959 Chestnut Dr, Escondido, CA 92025
OFF MARKET
Listed by Tim Barker, eXp Realty of Southern CA, (888) 294-1415 . Bought with Elevate Capital

959 Chestnut Dr
Escondido, CA 92025

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,403 sqft

$896,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,540/mo*
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$896,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,540/mo*
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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,403 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1975
Living Area
1,403 sqft
Price/Sqft
$639
Parking
2 Car Garage
HOA
None

About this House

BACK ON MARKET, PRICED TO SELL!!! Nestled in the heart of a vibrant Escondido neighborhood, this stunning residence has undergone a complete transformation, sparkling with energy and style. Every inch of this home has been thoughtfully upgraded sparing no expense This property is a rare find and an opportunity not to be missed. Seize the chance to make this spectacular home your very own – an invitation to live life with flair and excitement! * * EXTERIOR RENOVATION* * • NEW CONCRETE WORK: Fresh concrete driveway, sidewalk, and front porch greet you at the entry, with a new side walkway leading to a full-width patio in the backyard. Perfect for outdoor gatherings! • NEW LAWN AND IRRIGATION: Lush new grass in both front and back yards, complete with an efficient irrigation system, valves, sprinklers, and a timer to keep your lawn looking its best year-round. • NEW DRAINAGE SYSTEM: Comprehensive drainage system wrapping around the house, ensuring water flows smoothly away from the property. Includes curb drill and connected gutters for optimal rainwater management. • FRESH EXTERIOR PAINT: The entire exterior has been freshly painted for lasting curb appeal and protection. • NEW EXTERIOR LIGHTING: New exterior lights installed for enhanced visibility and added evening charm. • PAID SOLAR: Paid-for solar panels and a Tesla battery, providing energy efficiency and peace of mind. * * INSIDE THE HOUSE * * • BRAND NEW INTERIOR TEXTURE AND PAINT: Every wall and ceiling has been retextured and freshly painted, creating a flawless, modern look and feel throughout the entire home. • NEW FRONT DOOR: A stylish new front door welcomes you into the home, blending security and aesthetic appeal. • NEW MODERN KITCHEN: Brand new kitchen featuring modern cabinets, sleek countertops, and top-of-the-line appliances. Thoughtfully designed with practical upgrades throughout. • NEW HALLWAY BATHROOM: Stunning new hallway bath with a custom tub and beautifully tiled walls, combining function and elegance. • NEW PRIMARY BEDROOM SUITE: Enjoy a spa-like experience in the primary bath with a custom walk-in shower, frameless glass door, and premium finishes. • NEW FLOORING: Luxury vinyl plank flooring installed throughout the home, offering durability and a sleek, modern look. • INTERIOR UPGRADES: New baseboards, doors, door handles, and door casings have been added for a fresh, cohesive look throughout the entire home. • NEW CLOSET DOORS: Custom closet doors installed in all bedrooms, offering stylish and easy access to your wardrobe. • RECESSED LIGHTING AND ELECTRICAL: Bright, efficient recessed lighting throughout, with updated light switches and electrical outlets for modern convenience. • NEW HVAC AND NEST CLIMATE CONTROL: Brand new air conditioning and heating system, controlled by a smart Nest thermostat for energy-efficient comfort year-round. • FIREPLACE REFRESH: The fireplace has been completely revamped with stack stone, a custom hearth, mantle, and metal screens, plus a new gas starter and spark arrestor for a wood-burning option. * * NEW AND IMPROVED GARAGE * * • LAUNDRY AND STORAGE: New upper cabinets installed in the laundry area for extra storage, with bright recessed lighting and shop lights added. • EPOXY FLOORING: Durable new epoxy floor coating for a clean, polished garage space. • ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGER: New EV charger installed for convenient at-home charging. • NEW WATER HEATER: Brand new water heater installed for reliable, energy-efficient hot water.
959 Chestnut Dr, Escondido, CA 92025 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,403 sqft single-family home built in 1975. It last sold for $905,000 on Dec 5, 2024 (1% above the $899,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $896,700, with a rent estimate of $3,721/month.

Home Details for 959 Chestnut Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Bathroom, Entry Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Other
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1403 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Range HoodDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Washer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,In GarageRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,See RemarksHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Living Room, Wood BurningHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Electricity - On Property, Standard
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Door: Mirrored Closet Door(s), Sliding DoorsFlooring: VinylCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: Front DoorAccessibility: No Stairs, Accessible DoorsFloors: Vinyl
View
Has a ViewView: Neighborhood
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Fencing: WoodFoundation: Concrete PerimeterNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Direct Access,Door-Single,Driveway,Garage Faces Front,Garage,Garage Door Opener
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1975
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: Updated/Remodeled, TurnkeyParcel Number: 2336230200

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $899,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Nov 14 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Escondido
School Information
High School District: Escondido Union

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Gutter(s), Street Lights, Suburban, SidewalksNot Senior CommunityUnits in Building: 1

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7300 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, Submit, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: NDP2409014Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: tjbdiego@gmail.comBack On Market Date: Tue Nov 12 2024Universal Property Id: US-06073-N-2336230200-R-N

Additional Information

CurbsGutter(s)Street LightsSuburbanSidewalks
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Tim Barker DRE #01987431
eXp Realty of Southern CA
Bought with: AK Kelley DRE #01905780, (760) 888-7778, Elevate Capital
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
Source: CRMLS, MLS#NDP2409014

Price History for 959 Chestnut Dr

DatePriceEventSource
12/05/2024$905,000Sold
CRMLS #NDP2409014
11/15/2024$899,900PendingCRMLS #NDP2409014
11/12/2024$899,900PriceChange
CRMLS #NDP2409014
11/05/2024$924,900PendingCRMLS #NDP2409014
10/31/2024$924,900PriceChange
CRMLS #NDP2409014
10/18/2024$949,000PriceChange
CRMLS #NDP2409014
10/08/2024$959,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #NDP2409014
05/10/2024$680,000Sold
N/A
04/06/2004$380,000Sold
N/A
11/20/1996$142,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Escondido

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$831K
$12.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$475
$15MoM
Available listings
393
23MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$10,354
Assessment$905,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 959 Chestnut Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1011 Chestnut Dr, Escondido, CA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$800,000
07/01/26
3
2
1,403
1078 Robertson Dr, Escondido, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$825,000
07/02/26
3
2
1,736
167 E 10th Ave, Escondido, CA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$840,000
12/05/25
3
2
1,350
632 E 8th Ave, Escondido, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$810,000
03/27/26
3
2
1,609
1190 Robertson Dr, Escondido, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$810,000
12/02/25
3
2
1,537
118 W 11th Ave, Escondido, CA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$845,000
12/10/25
3
2
1,472
231 E 5th Ave, Escondido, CA
0.48
Single-Family Home
$740,000
08/08/25
3
2
1,236
433 E 6th Ave, Escondido, CA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$800,000
10/03/25
3
3
1,332
447 E 6th Ave, Escondido, CA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$810,000
12/01/25
3
2
952

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What Locals Say about Escondido

At least 954 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 85 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 64 % Say parking is easy

  • 56 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 49 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 25 % Say there are community events

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    "Escondido gets a bad rap, people focus on the bad. It’s full of amazing people, businesses and communities!"
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    "There is a large park down the street but there are not always neighborhoods in this area. It’s more country "
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    "We live in a fairly large cul de sac most of us socialize often and keep watch over friends that are out of town "
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    "We have an annual start of summer block party and winter holiday gatherings. We have supported various neighborhood youngsters in their fundraising efforts, as well as contributed to many food caravans for neighbors in need due medical issues or loss of a spouse. "
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    "My neighborhood is spacious and feels free. There are parks down the street and lots of open space as well as a creek"
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    "The Renaissance fair, ophelia winery, the wild animal Park, lots of walking trails you feel like you’re in the country, but cities right around the corner"
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    "There are a lot of friendly dogs and owners. There’s a lot of green grass and trees and plenty places to walk your dog"
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    "They’re not a whole lot of open green spaces if you don’t live near Kit Carson or grape day park. And there are some mean dogs around… you have to be careful. "
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    "We live close to beautiful Lake Wohlford. It’s a quiet, dead end street. Very peaceful. Lots of oak trees. Great walking area. "
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    "Friendly, diverse and considerate people. Close to freeways, shopping,breweries and restaurants. Great schools and Neighbors look out for each other."
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    "no enough dog park or animal friendly places. but they would like it cause almost everyone has a dog"
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    "Community is great for small dogs . Sidewalks are available to walk on or side dirt small hike area big grass area for them to run and play "
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    "there are some neighborhoods that are okay but for the most part it isnt a safe place anymore. you there is a dog park by the humane society "
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