In Latin, Terra Nova means new land. That was the exact spirit of the neighborhood's design and construction in the 1980s: a new place 3 miles east of Chula Vista where residents could enjoy easy, suburban living with a focus on convenience. Realtor Monica Reyes with Coldwell Banker West, who specializes in Chula Vista, says, "The development really sets Terra Nova apart. It's got nice wide streets, the homes still look great and you've got everything right there — kind of like a master-planned community but much smaller." This small footprint is what gives the neighborhood its desirable convenience. From pretty much anywhere in the neighborhood, residents can walk to Clear View Elementary and Terra Nova Park. Shopping at Terra Nova Plaza is across from the residential community, and commuters can take advantage of Interstate 805 running along the neighborhood's west side. "Being right next to the freeway, you're 15 minutes to the base and pretty much 15 minutes to everywhere you'd need to go," says Reyes. Reyes is referring to the San Diego Naval Base, the city's largest employer, which is less than 10 miles north.
Backdropped by mountains to the east, Terra Nova is a quiet, upscale neighborhood.
Terra Nova provides residents a small-town feel with access to major amenities.
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Mediterranean-style homes with no Mello-Roos
The neighborhood's clusters of 1980s Mediterranean-style homes sit on either side of Hidden Vista Drive. These homes have midsize grassy lawns and are spread out on winding drives and cul-de-sacs. Something to note for potential homebuyers is that there's rarely much for sale, but Reyes says there's good reason for this. "There's no Mello-Roos, so there's a lot of value in settling down here." Mello-Roos is a common tax in California that community districts can collect to fund local infrastructure projects. An area that already has well-maintained schools and parks, like Terra Nova, doesn't need these taxes. This encourages many residents to hold onto their properties. When these homes are on the market, they can range from just under $900,000 to over $1 million for a three- or four-bedroom. Larger five-bedroom homes on the neighborhood's east side, with enough backyard space for a pool, can cost $1 million to $1.5 million. There are condos, townhouses and duplexes on the side south of the residential area, closer to shopping, that range from $550,000 to $700,000.
Larger Mediterranean-style homes are found on the eastern side of the neighborhood.
Some quiet residential streets end in cul-de-sacs in Terra Nova.
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Tennis matches and picnics at Terra Nova Park
Terra Nova Park is the community recreation space, resting in the back of the neighborhood next to Clear View Elementary. This 17-acre park has open lawn space, a baseball field, basketball and tennis courts and a playground. Folks can also host get-togethers and birthday parties around the covered picnic area. Residents often do morning laps around the park's paved walking loop, and they can continue their trek on dirt trails extending into natural space to the north. Golfers can head 3 miles away to Chula Vista Golf Course. This 18-hole municipal course is open to the public, but residents of the Chula Vista area get discounted rates for playing and practicing on the driving range.
Two tennis courts are open to the public in Terra Nova Park.
Explorer Park serves as a haven of natural beauty and recreation.
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Walk to Clear View Elementary
The neighborhood is part of the Chula Vista Elementary School District, which is rated an A-minus overall by Niche. Kids can walk to Clear View Elementary, given an A-minus, sitting on the northeast side of the residential streets. They continue at B-plus-graded Bonita Vista Middle and finish at A-rated Bonita Vista High. Bonita Vista High has an International Baccalaureate program, in which students can earn college credits through an advanced curriculum. Fourth-year students have the privilege of chilling on the Senior Lawn between classes. Bonita Vista Middle and High are part of the Sweetwater Union High School District, which gets an A-minus.
Clear View elementary serves students in Terra Nova and the surrounding areas.
The heart of education beats strong at Bonita Vista Middle School.
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Halloween at Terra Nova Plaza
Terra Nova Plaza hosts events for almost every major holiday, but Halloween is the biggest. The plaza is decorated, and employees get in full costume to fit the theme. Upon arrival, kids are given a trick-or-treating bucket to decorate and use to collect candy from different shops. There are also carnival games and other activities.
Commute to San Diego on Interstate 805 or the light rail
Folks might work at large employers in Chula Vista, like Scripps Mercy Hospital, 3 miles west. Many also commute 10 miles northwest to downtown San Diego or less than 10 miles to San Diego Naval Base. They can drive on Interstate 805, running along the neighborhood's west side, or drive 4 miles west to the E Street Light Rail Station and take the train into the city. Chula Vista commuters can also catch the bus on East H Street, less than a mile from most homes. San Diego International Airport is almost 15 miles north, and Tijuana, Mexico, is just over 10 miles south.
Terra Nova's mostly residential streets offer a quiet place to live outside of San Diego.
San Diego MTS bus service offers pick up and drop off at major intersections.
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Terra Nova Plaza across the street and Costco down the road
Terra Nova Plaza is across East H Street, less than a mile from most homes. It offers grocery shopping at Smart & Final and apparel retailers like Marshalls and Dick's Sporting Goods. Folks also come here to eat at casual spots like Caffe Tazza, which serves coffee and pastries in the morning and beer and sandwiches at night. Across the plaza, Bento & Noodles serves a fusion of Japanese sushi and Chinese noodle dishes. A collection of larger stores is just over a mile east on East H Street. There's a Costco for big-box shopping trips, department retailers like Walmart and a Home Depot for DIY supplies. Westfield Plaza is the spot for fashion retail 2 miles north. This large mall has a Target, Nordstrom Rack and dozens of other indoor outlets.
Terra Nova Plaza is the neighborhood's commercial and entertainment center.
Costco operates a location to the east in Rancho Del Rey.
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Parks in this Area
Terra Nova Park
Hilltop Park
Trails
Playground
Paseo Del Rey Park
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Explorer Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Trails
Marisol Park
Tennis
Trails
Playground
Transit
Airport
San Diego International
20 min drive
Bus
East H St & Hidden Vista Dr
Bus
East H St & Terra Nova Dr
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Terra Nova
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Terra Nova Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Terra Nova, Chula Vista sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Terra Nova, Chula Vista over the last 12 months is $675,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,174
Median Age
43
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$108,415
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$122,725
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.6%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
33%
Advanced Degrees
11.8%
% Population in Labor Force
62.7%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
10''
Average Winter Low Temperature
47°F
Average Summer High Temperature
74°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
31/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
61/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
33/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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