$749,000

A rare Bonita opportunity to build significant equity awaits with this family home on a sprawling, park-like lot—the largest and most promising parcel available in its price range. The vast, usable land is a blank canvas, offering limitless potential for a high-income ADU, a private pool oasis, and your dream… Read More backyard. The home itself is a structurally sound foundation with unique, convenient features like a pass-through garage, awaiting your personal touches to add immense and immediate value. Nestled in a premier family community, enjoy a short, safe walk to the highly-regarded elementary school, with the vast greenbelts of Rohr Park, local golf courses, and the trails of Sweetwater Reservoir just minutes away. Your investment is strategically secured by the proximity to the multi-billion dollar Chula Vista Bayfront redevelopment, a landmark project set to boost the entire region's value. This is a unique opportunity to acquire a legacy property offering an unmatched combination of land, lifestyle, and financial upside. Disclaimer: The following information is provided for informational purposes only and is based on documents provided by the seller. This summary is intended to be a helpful overview and is not a guarantee of development potential. All buyers and their agents are strongly advised to conduct their own independent investigations and due diligence with the appropriate city, county, and state agencies to verify all information, including but not limited to zoning, permits, fees, and building regulations. Do not rely solely on the statements presented here. Summary of Development Potential for 5361 Central Ave, Bonita, CA 91902 Based on the provided documents, here is a breakdown of the property's zoning and potential for additional units. Property Zoning Information The property is located in an unincorporated community of San Diego County. Zone: RS (Residential Single). Building Type: C - Allows for one single detached dwelling unit per lot. Minimum Lot Size: 10,000 sq. ft.. Maximum Height: G - 35 feet or 2 stories. Setbacks: The H designation requires specific setbacks: Front: 50 feet (measured from the centerline). Side: 10 feet. Rear: 25 feet. Option 1: Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Development Under standard ADU regulations, the property could potentially accommodate a total of three units on the lot. This would include the existing main home plus two additional units. (1) Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit (JADU): This involves converting a portion of the existing primary house into a separate unit. A garage conversion for a JADU has a maximum size of 500 sq. ft.. (1) Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU): This can be either attached to the main home or built as a separate, detached structure. Detached ADU: A new, standalone structure. The maximum allowed size is 1,200 sq. ft.. Attached ADU: An addition that shares at least one wall with the primary house. The maximum size is up to 50% of the existing home's square footage. Conversion ADU: An existing garage or other permitted accessory structure can be converted into an ADU. The County of San Diego offers several pre-approved ADU building plans ranging from 600 to 1,200 sq. ft.. Option 2: Senate Bill 9 (SB9) Development The property meets the criteria for California Senate Bill 9 (SB9), which may allow for more extensive development. Eligibility: The parcel is located within an Urban Area and a single-family zone , and it does not intersect a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. Maximum Units: SB9 projects are limited to a maximum of four units on the property. Unit Combination: This could include two primary units, one ADU, and one JADU, as long as the total does not exceed four units on the lot. Potential Building Permit Fees The County of San Diego has a fee schedule for building construction permits (effective 07/01/2025). For an Accessory Dwelling Unit, the estimated fees would be: Guest House/Accessory Dwell... Read Less

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Sep 16, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

1,304

Lot Size

0.26 Acres

Year Built

1954

MLS Number

250036980SD

30 Days Snapshot Of 91902

$1.05M

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Appliances & Equipment

GasCooktop, GasRange, GasWaterHeater, Refrigerator, RangeHood

Building

Built in 1954, Levels: One, Living area: 1304, 1 story, Architectural style: Craftsman, Construction materials: Stucco

Cooling

None

Fence

Block, GoodCondition, Masonry, Partial, WroughtIron

Floors

Tile

Garage

1 space

Heating

NaturalGas

Laundry

GasDryerHookup, InGarage

Lot

0.2571 acres, 11,200 square feet, Size: 11,200, CornerLot

Parking

4 open parking spaces, 5 totals parking, CircularDriveway, Concrete, DirectAccess, DoorSingle, Driveway, GarageFacesFront, Garage, GarageDoorOpener, OnSite, OffStreet, Oversized, Private, PullThrough, GarageFacesRear, OneSpace

Pool

None

Property

Zoning: R-1:SINGLE, None, TreesWoods

Roof

Composition

Spa

None

Utilities

PhoneConnected, SewerConnected, WaterConnected

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