#FR25126474, Brian Dombroski, Listing office: Dombroski Realty

1185 Elm Ave Chula Vista, CA 91911
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About 1185 Elm Ave
Welcome to 1185 Elm Ave, a charming traditional bungalow nestled in the desirable Castle Park community of Chula Vista. This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home sits on an expansive 9,420 sq ft lot, offering incredible ADU potential or the space to expand your dream home. Inside, you’ll find a cozy layout with warm natural light and wood-look flooring throughout. The galley kitchen opens to the backyard, where a blank canvas awaits your vision—whether it’s gardening, entertaining, or future development. The oversized lot is rare for the area and provides off-street parking and privacy. Enjoy close proximity to the San Diego Country Club, top-rated schools, shopping, and major thoroughfares. This property is brimming with opportunity in a highly sought-after South Bay location.
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Fireplace: None
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Attached Garage: No
- Private Pool: No
- View: City Lights, Neighborhood
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $549,900
- Price/SqFt: $737
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,370
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Front Yard, Level
- Directions: Naples to Elm
- Year Built: 1944
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 746 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.22 Acres
- MLS Number: PTP2504779
- MLS Name: CRMLS
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
- Office Phone: (619) 461-5800
- Listing Agent: Steven Rotsart, Jr.
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $73,489 | $1,370 |
2023 | $72,049 | $1,287 |
2022 | $70,637 | $1,385 |
2021 | $69,253 | $1,366 |
2020 | $68,544 | $1,186 |
2019 | $67,201 | $1,268 |
2018 | $65,884 | $1,268 |
2017 | $64,593 | $1,118 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Castle Park Elementary School
Public District KG-6
0.3 mi
•25 Emerson St
5
J. Calvin Lauderbach Elementary School
Public District KG-6
0.6 mi
•390 Palomar St
7
Lillian J. Rice Elementary School
Public District KG-6
0.9 mi
•915 4th Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $36,713. Typical income of Chula Vista, CA residents is less than $<35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
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About 1185 Elm Ave
The listing price of 1185 Elm Ave property is $549,900.
The property 1185 Elm Ave is a house located in Chula Vista, California, 91911.
Active Listing: 1185 Elm Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1185 Elm Ave are: Castle Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), J. Calvin Lauderbach Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Lillian J. Rice Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Castle Park Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Hilltop Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Chula Vista Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Maac Community Charter (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Castle Park High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Palomar High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $1,370 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1185 Elm Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 1185 Elm Ave is 746 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1185 Elm Ave is 1944.
This home is located at 1185 Elm Ave in Chula Vista, CA and zip code 91911. This 746 square foot home, which was built in 1944, sits on a 0.22 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 26, 2025 and is currently priced at $549,900.
While more than 27 listings in Chula Vista, CA in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 11 listings sold at asking price, and more than 14 were sold below. In May 2025 in Chula Vista, CA there were 3.2% less homes for sale than in April. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 21 days, the median list price was $805,000.