The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 91911 sells for about $750,000, or $685 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 23 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,078 a month.
ZIP 91911 — Chula Vista
The 91911 housing market remains stable with low inventory and steady demand, keeping prices resilient despite broader economic pressures. Buyers are active, though constrained by affordability, while the ongoing Chula Vista Bayfront development continues to provide long-term growth potential for the area.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and commuters seeking more affordable housing options within the San Diego metro area, offering a balance of suburban amenities and access to major employment hubs.
Median prices moved up 2.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 23 days on market with 2.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 99.7% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 11.1% · poverty 10.4% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 91911, San Diego County, CA
Crime trends in Chula Vista are generally consistent with regional averages for San Diego County, with property crime remaining the primary concern. The area is considered moderately safe compared to larger urban cores in the region.
Schools in the 91911 area are primarily served by the Chula Vista Elementary School District and Sweetwater Union High School District, which generally maintain average performance ratings.
The area faces moderate risk from wildfire and seismic activity, typical of Southern California, with specific flood risks limited to designated low-lying zones near the coast.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the San Diego employment core and ongoing redevelopment projects in the Chula Vista Bayfront area. Major employers include local government, healthcare, and retail sectors.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (California) — Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act Special Parcel Tax Assessment: Levies an annual direct, non-ad valorem special tax directly on the parcel's secured property tax bill to fund designated community infrastructure (e.g., roads, sewer facilities, school facilities, emergency services) and repay municipal debt bonds. State (California) — California Homeowners' Property Tax Exemption: Reduces the taxable assessed value of the qualifying owner-occupied principal residence by $7,000 against the county assessment roll, generating a direct tax savings of approximately $70 annually (computed as $7,000 × 1% base rate). State (California) — California Proposition 13 Ad Valorem Real Property Tax: Establishes a base ad valorem tax rate capped at 1.0% of assessed value plus voter-approved local indebtedness and direct assessments (typically resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.1% to 1.25%).
Residents typically commute via I-805 or I-5 toward downtown San Diego, with average commute times reflecting heavy regional traffic congestion.
The area features access to local parks, community centers, and proximity to the Chula Vista Marina and coastal trails, with major shopping centers located along the I-805 corridor.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and low vacancy rates, driven by the area's affordability relative to central San Diego and a significant population of long-term renters.
The economy is anchored by the San Diego metro area, with significant employment in education, government, and healthcare services.
The area is served by major highway corridors I-805 and I-5, with public transit provided by the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System.
Ongoing development is focused on the Chula Vista Bayfront and infill residential projects near transit hubs.
The San Diego County Assessor manages property valuations based on Proposition 13 guidelines.
Parcels are subject to various special districts including school, water, and community facilities districts (CFDs).
Property insurance premiums are rising due to regional wildfire risk and general market trends in California.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and US Census Bureau datasets.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- SeaWorld San Diego4.415.2 mi
- Belmont Park4.616.6 mi
- Sesame Place San Diego42.3 mi
- Parque Morelos4.59.8 mi
- San Diego Natural History Museum4.610.6 mi
- Petco Park4.79.6 mi
- San Diego Convention Center4.69.6 mi
- Snapdragon Stadium4.313.1 mi
- Sycuan Casino Resort4.217.6 mi
- Jamul Casino Resort412.2 mi
- San Diego Zoo4.710.9 mi
- Balboa Park4.810.6 mi
- CBX Tijuana4.75.6 mi
- Seaport Village4.610.3 mi
- Plaza Bonita4.53.7 mi
- Balboa Park4.810.6 mi
- USS Midway Museum4.810.7 mi
- Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum4.610.6 mi
- Tijuana Cultural Center4.85.4 mi
- San Diego Air & Space Museum4.610.5 mi
- Balboa Park4.810.6 mi
- Cabrillo National Monument4.812.4 mi
- Amistad Park4.57.8 mi
- Waterfront Park4.711 mi
- Parque Morelos4.59.8 mi
- The Dana on Mission Bay4.315.8 mi
- Marina Village Conference Center4.415.4 mi
- San Diego Yacht Club4.713.3 mi
- Fiddler's Cove Marina & RV Park (Navy MWR)4.66.9 mi
- Dana Landing4.415.7 mi
- Balboa Park Golf Course4.39.8 mi
- Coronado Golf Course4.68.9 mi
- Steele Canyon Golf Club4.512.9 mi
- Bonita Golf Course4.45.4 mi
- Colina Park Golf Course4.710.3 mi
- Las Americas Premium Outlets4.64.3 mi
- Península4.67.8 mi
- Macroplaza Insurgentes4.510.1 mi
- Plaza Río4.65.5 mi
- Seaport Village4.610.3 mi
- San Diego International Airport4.212.2 mi
- Tijuana International Airport4.46.3 mi
- Cross Border Xpress4.65.7 mi
- Naval Air Station North Island4.410.4 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Major coastal development and park area.
Extensive trail system and green space.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.
Governs Mission Gardens
Governed by community CC&Rs and rules regulating parking assignments, exterior alterations, holiday decor, and common utility use.
Governs The Woods at Eastlake
Strict architectural review standards, landscaping maintenance requirements, and limitations on street parking.
Governs Montecito at Lomas Verdes
Residential use limitations, architectural control committee review requirements, and vehicle parking guidelines.
Governs Windingwalk · Saguaro at Windingwalk · Agave
Subject to master architectural review, common area parking rules, and single-family residential use restrictions typical of master-planned communities in Otay Ranch.
Governs Tapestry · Mosaic
90-day research cycle · governing documents remain with their official custodians — the association, its management portal or the county clerk's recording.