871 Blackwood Rd

Beautifully upgraded 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac near a community park—your own private, resort-style oasis. Step into a backyard built for year-round living with a heated pool and spa, lush tropical landscaping, and a gorgeous side dog run for effortless, pet-friendly convenience. The pool and spa are warmed with solar heating during the summer months, with a gas heater also available—offering comfort and efficiency in every season. The pool filtration system and heater are newer, and the system features a salt cell. Inside, the home offers a flexible optional office space with a built-in work desk, an updated kitchen with newer appliances, and refreshed baths that make daily life feel elevated and effortless. ** See Supplement** The exterior of the home was painted about a year ago and shows pride of ownership throughout. For the EV and energy-conscious buyer, the property features solar panels with a backup battery, adding resilience and helping reduce utility costs, and the roof and solar panels are approximately 4 years old. The remodeled garage is set up as a garage gym—perfect for workouts at home (gym equipment not included). Outside, upgraded low-maintenance landscaping with beautiful rockwork and vibrant plants creates a polished, easy-care look, and the widened driveway accommodates up to three cars, with easy street parking also available. Ideally located right off the 805 freeway, you’re minutes from Costco, Ranch 99, and most major shopping and dining at Plaza Bonita & Otay Ranch Mall, plus walkable to Starbucks and other everyday conveniences. The area is served by excellent schools, with notable nearby options including Olympic High School and Mater Dei Catholic High School. This is the kind of home you truly never need to leave—comfort, function, and lifestyle all in one—loved and beautifully maintained, now ready for new owners to love it just as much (or more).