Presenting the iconic Collins-Wellington Estate, a historic Spanish Revival masterpiece originally built in 1928 by visionary H.A. Collins and gracefully set atop approximately 8 secluded acres in the heart of National City. Rich in architectural significance and timeless elegance, this extraordinary Mills Act-designated estate offers a rare opportunity to own one of San Diego County’s most treasured legacy properties. A gated, tree-lined drive creates a dramatic approach to the stunning 5,766 sq ft residence featuring 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, and remarkable old-world craftsmanship throughout. Inspired by authentic Spanish castle architecture, the home showcases soaring 18-foot cathedral ceilings, hand-painted beam ceilings, original peg-and-groove hardwood floors, intricate wrought-iron details, imported Spanish tile, repeating arches, and rare inlaid onyx accents rarely seen today. Designed for both grand-scale entertaining and luxurious living, the estate offers expansive formal rooms, a dramatic ballroom, multiple fireplaces, and an upstairs loft overlooking the impressive main living area—ideal for a home office, library, studio, or retreat space. Every detail reflects the artistry and craftsmanship of a bygone era while offering the scale and privacy desired for modern estate living. The sprawling grounds provide exceptional privacy, mature landscaping, and endless possibilities for multigenerational living, luxury entertaining, boutique hospitality, or creative retreat use. Conveniently located near downtown San Diego, waterfront attractions, shopping, dining, and major freeways while offering the charm and prestige of a private historic estate. Mills Act designation may provide significant property tax savings for qualified buyers. A truly once-in-a-generation offering where history, architecture, and opportunity converge.
Property Details
Price:
$4,100,000
MLS #:
PTP2603874
Status:
Active
Beds:
5
Baths:
5
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Eastside ES
Neighborhood:
91950nationalcity
Listed Date:
May 20, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
5,766
Lot Size:
345,866 sqft / 7.94 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1928
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Schools
School District:
Sweetwater Union
Interior
Bathrooms
4 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
CA, WW
Laundry Features
IR
Levels
U
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Main Level Bedrooms
2
Exterior
Attached Garage YN
1
Common Walls
NCW
Community Features
MTN
Garage Spaces
10
Parking Spots
20
Parking Total
20
View
CI, MT, NE
Financial
Map
Community
- Address3600 Paradise Valley RD National City CA
- SubdivisionEastside (ES)
- CityNational City
- CountySan Diego
- Zip Code91950
Subdivisions in National City
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in National City as of May 27, 2026
42
Single Family Listed
61
Avg DOM
437
Avg $ / SqFt
$887,950
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Eastside (ES) subdivision, 3600 Paradise Valley RD National City CA is a Single Family for sale in National City, CA, 91950. It is listed for $4,100,000 and features 5 beds, 5 baths, and has approximately 5,766 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1928. The current price per square foot is $711. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in National City is $437. The average listing price for Single Family in National City is $887,950.
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