Owned Solar with 44 Panels and a sparkling pebble tec pool! This immaculate, one-owner home offers exceptional charm, functionality, and pride of ownership throughout. Located in the desirable Hillcrest Estates on a full acre, just minutes from Lake Yosemite, UC Merced, and the Merced Golf & Country Club, this property delivers both space and lifestyle. Boasting 4 bedrooms plus a dedicated office, 3 full bathrooms, and approximately 3,039 sq ft of living space, this home is designed for comfort and versatility. From the moment you arrive, you’ll appreciate the mature landscaping, easy-maintenance front yard, and impressive curb appeal. Step through the custom wood front door into a warm, inviting interior with a neutral color palette and abundant natural light that perfectly frames the stunning backyard. The kitchen features granite countertops, Kenmore and Kitchen Aid appliances, and a pantry, all seamlessly connecting to the Great Room, Dining Room, and Sun Room/Sitting Area—ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The property is a dream for those needing extra space and functionality, featuring horse stalls and a fantastic setup for FFA or 4H projects, making it perfect for families or hobbyists alike. This home truly shows pride of ownership, is exceptionally well-maintained, and presents beautifully inside and out this is a rare opportunity to own a turnkey property with acreage, solar efficiency, and versatile amenities.
Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$329Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jeff Nightengale•DRE #01878234• London Properties Ltd - Merced
Contact: 209-947-2247
Bought with Tiffany Wilson•DRE #02067966• London Properties Ltd, Atwater
Est. $3,627 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1605 Ridge
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #MC26060904
May 18, 2026
Sold
$1,000,000
$329/sq ft
Apr 3, 2026
Contingent
—
Mar 22, 2026
Listed
$990,000
$326/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 1, 1986
Sold
$135,000
$44/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,180 (+5.7%)
$63,149 + $401,622
$464,771
2024
$4,901 (+1.4%)
$63,149 + $401,622
$464,771
2023
$4,833 (+1.3%)
$61,911 + $393,748
$455,659
2022
$4,769 (+0.3%)
$60,698 + $386,028
$446,726
2021
$4,757 (−0.7%)
$59,508 + $378,459
$437,967
2020
$4,793 (+1.6%)
$58,342 + $371,039
$429,381
2019
$4,717 (+9.5%)
$57,744 + $367,235
$424,979
2018
$4,310 (−3.6%)
$56,612 + $360,035
$416,647
2017
$4,468
$54,414 + $346,055
$400,469
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
1987
Sq. Ft.
3,039
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Merced County
APN
170153004000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
R-R
Rural Residential Zone
The purpose of the R-R Rural Residential Zone is to provide areas for rural residential development, hobby farming, and limited animal raising operations with less than a full range of urban services. It is intended that this zone typically serve as a transitional area between denser urban communities and agricultural uses, allowing one to three dwelling units per acre. This zone implements the Agriculture Residential AR and Very Low Density Residential VLDR land use designations in the General Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Livestock production
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Office-Other
Educational/school
Agriculture-Cropland
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Garage, Driveway, RV Potential
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Inside, Individual Room
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Microwave, Electric Stove
Has Appliances
Breakfast Counter / Bar, Formal Dining Room, In Kitchen