Motivated sellers have reduced to 1,949,000! This is a rare find in the sought after coastal community of Sandalwood in Encinitas. Sandalwood is small and gate-guarded at the top of Encinitas facing both east and west. The wide, well maintained streets offer a feeling of luxury and prestige. Lot is 15000+sq. ft. Located at end of cul-de-sac. One of 2 homes with "Private" access to Encinitas Ranch Park. Low HOA and Mello Roose! Home/pool See supplement for more information on this beautiful property. [Supplement]: Looking for a spacious home and grounds for entertaining family and friends? This is a rare find in the sought after coastal community of Sandalwood in Encinitas. Sandalwood is small and gate-guarded at the top of Encinitas facing both east and west. The wide, well maintained streets offer a feeling of luxury and prestige. Plus, low HOA and Mello Roos fees! This beautiful home is masterfully designed for everyday living, entertaining and/or working from home. At 3,450 square feet, the home offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, plus 2 private offices to stay connected. One office could easily be turned into a 6th bedroom, if desired. The first floor offers a bedroom and full bath as well as a separate powder room. Living areas have numerous large tinted windows allowing the home to be bathed in natural light. The gourmet kitchen opens to a large family room with custom fireplace. The chef's kitchen amenities include a Viking stove with double ovens, a Bosch dishwasher, stainless steel appliances, granite counters with large center island, as well as walk in pantry. Beautiful Crown molding, 9 foot ceilings, plantation shutters and various dining and sitting areas accentuate the home's tranquil spaces. Upstairs offers a fabulous spacious master bedroom, beautiful bath and large walk in closet. The large balcony of the master suite overlooks lush grounds with tranquil seating areas. The 2 additional bedrooms are light and bright, as are the 2 functional offices and la. ..
Single-familyProperty Type
2000Year Built
0.34 acresLot Size
$940Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Gwen Brunton•DRE #870689• Torrey Pacific Real Estate
Premier coastal estate in gated community of Sandalwood, end of cul-de-sac location, huge private resort-style back yard, custom salt water pool/spa, stone fireplace, fountains, built-in BBQ, fig & pomegranate trees, direct access to Encinitas trails. Interior.. 3485 SF, 4BD/3.5BA, 1st floor bed/bath, upgrades throughout, gourmet kitchen, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, crown molding, office & bonus rooms. Master bath, 2nd bath and laundry all newly remodeled. Award winning school district.
Original owners, meticulously cared for, peek-a-boo ocean. Features.. water softener, 2-zone AC, security system, central vac w/ upgraded powerhead, surround sound speakers, dedicated circuit for holiday lighting w/ timer, designer light fixtures throughout. Custom salt water pool/spa w/ solar and gas heating, two fountains, waterfall. Oversized flat cul-de-sac lot, 12-zone irrigation system, mature landscaping, outdoor entertainment area with large gas fireplace, outdoor bar area w/ 4 burner stainless steel Turbo gas grill. Tinted windows w/ new screens, custom window coverings and plantation shutters, 8"crown molding, custom window sills. Viking stovetop and double ovens, KitchenAid refrigerator, quiet Bosch dishwasher, plus garage refrigerator. Newer carpet and paint throughout, Panasonic whisper quiet exhaust vents in all bathrooms, new chrome interior door hardware throughout. Newly remodeled upstairs laundry room with extra deep cast iron utility sink and pullout faucet, solid wood cabinets with soft-close hinges and drying rack. Newly remodeled secondary and master bathrooms include solid cherry cabinets with soft-close drawers and hinges, Caesarstone counters, and wood-look Kensington tile flooring. Master bath also includes free-standing Wyndham Mermaid soaking tub, oversized shower with dual shower heads, porcelain Ceramiche Supergres tiles imported from Italy in shower, and crystal chandelier. Dedicated office/craft room with custom cabinets including four large file drawers, solid surface counter for art projects, and room for three computer workstations. New California Closet organizing systems in all upstairs closets. Garage storage loft, attic storage space, under stairs storage space. This is a must-see home! Upgrades galore. Won't last long on the market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$24,148 (+3.5%)
$1,457,385 + $612,763
$2,070,148
2024
$23,323 (+3.5%)
$1,428,809 + $600,749
$2,029,558
2023
$22,532 (+2.3%)
$1,400,794 + $588,970
$1,989,764
2022
$22,034 (+2.4%)
$1,373,328 + $577,422
$1,950,750
2021
$21,510 (+0.5%)
$1,346,400 + $566,100
$1,912,500
2020
$21,394 (+2.0%)
$1,320,000 + $555,000
$1,875,000
2019
$20,982 (+1.8%)
$1,028,309 + $831,307
$1,859,616
2018
$20,601 (+1.4%)
$1,008,147 + $815,007
$1,823,154
2017
$20,316 (+2.5%)
$969,000 + $783,360
$1,752,360
2016
$19,818 (+73.8%)
$969,000 + $783,360
$1,752,360
2015
$11,405 (+2.2%)
$950,000 + $768,000
$1,718,000
2014
$11,159 (−1.0%)
$313,446 + $586,320
$899,766
2013
$11,268 (+3.9%)
$313,446 + $586,320
$899,766
2012
$10,841 (+2.0%)
$312,030 + $583,671
$895,701
2011
$10,629 (+1.2%)
$305,912 + $572,227
$878,139
2010
$10,503
$299,914 + $561,007
$860,921
2009
$10,493 (+2.1%)
$297,673 + $556,815
$854,488
2008
$10,277
$298,381 + $558,138
$856,519
Tax history for 579 Hidden Ridge Ct
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$24,148 (+3.5%)
$1,457,385 + $612,763
$2,070,148
2024
$23,323 (+3.5%)
$1,428,809 + $600,749
$2,029,558
2023
$22,532 (+2.3%)
$1,400,794 + $588,970
$1,989,764
2022
$22,034 (+2.4%)
$1,373,328 + $577,422
$1,950,750
2021
$21,510 (+0.5%)
$1,346,400 + $566,100
$1,912,500
2020
$21,394 (+2.0%)
$1,320,000 + $555,000
$1,875,000
2019
$20,982 (+1.8%)
$1,028,309 + $831,307
$1,859,616
2018
$20,601 (+1.4%)
$1,008,147 + $815,007
$1,823,154
2017
$20,316 (+2.5%)
$969,000 + $783,360
$1,752,360
2016
$19,818 (+73.8%)
$969,000 + $783,360
$1,752,360
2015
$11,405 (+2.2%)
$950,000 + $768,000
$1,718,000
2014
$11,159 (−1.0%)
$313,446 + $586,320
$899,766
2013
$11,268 (+3.9%)
$313,446 + $586,320
$899,766
2012
$10,841 (+2.0%)
$312,030 + $583,671
$895,701
2011
$10,629 (+1.2%)
$305,912 + $572,227
$878,139
2010
$10,503
$299,914 + $561,007
$860,921
2009
$10,493 (+2.1%)
$297,673 + $556,815
$854,488
2008
$10,277
$298,381 + $558,138
$856,519
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.35 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
3,458
Year built
2000
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
2575202200
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
R3
C/NRO
Residential 3 Zone
Residential 3 is intended to provide for single-family detached residential units with minimum lot sizes of 14,500 net square feet and maximum densities of three units per net acre, as a rural to suburban transition. One primary dwelling is permitted on each legal lot. Single-family units may be attached to other single-family units provided each unit is located on a separate legal lot with approval of a PRD.
Bonus Room, Entry, Gym, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Library, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Separate Family Room, Two Primaries, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
Heating Information
Fireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Interior Features
Vacuum Central
Levels: Two
Security Features: Fire Sprinklers
Exterior
Exterior Information
Roof: Stone, Tile
Fencing: Wood
Has Fence
Construction Materials: Stone, Stucco, Wood
Exterior Features
Pool Features: Fenced, Heated, In Ground, Private, Saltwater, Solar Heat, Waterfall
Has Pool
Green Property Infomration
Energy Generation: Solar
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Lot-Level/Flat
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Property Information
Parcel Number: 2575202200
Total # of Stories: 2
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Mello-Roos
Location
Homeowners Association
Is Part of Association
Association Name: Mauzy
Association Fee: $240
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
School Information
High School District: Other
Location Information
Latitude: 33.05411400
Longitude: -117.27047800
Other Subdivision Name: Encinitas
Directions: Via Cantebria to West Bluff. Right on Hidden Ridge. [Cross Street(s)]: West Bluff
Subdivision Name: Other (OTHR)
Zoning: R-1
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,458
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: 2000
County: San Diego County
APN: 2575202200
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 19
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 19
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Gwen
List Agent Last Name: Brunton
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Torrey Pacific Real Estate
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Sander
Buyer Agent Last Name: Harth
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Compass
Around this home
Schools
Park Dale Lane Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.7mi
7/10
Oak Crest Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
7/10
La Costa Canyon High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 84° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Encinitas, CA • 92024
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 7.3 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$3.09M – $3.74M
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