This beautiful 5 bedroom home in Oceanside is ready for its new owners! Laminate wood floors, plantation shutters, ceilings fans and newer paint compliment the bright and open floor plan. The gourmet island kitchen features; Thermador stainless steel appliances, granite countertop with built in desk, fresh white cabinets, large view windows, included separate eating area with sliders lending to backyard that allow a cool ocean breeze. The dining room flows seamlessly from the kitchen. Oversized family room features built ins and cozy fireplace. In addition this home has a separate family room, laundry room and updated powder bath that completes the downstairs. Upstairs the he master suite features plush carpet, ceiling fan, ample closet space and an en-suite remodeled bathroom with walk in closet. The secondary bedrooms are a generous size, one with its own bathroom and the other share the full hall bathroom. Built-in cabinets in garage with a built-in desk. Relax in the serene backyard abundant with mature landscape and plenty of room for entertaining. Welcome Home!
Seller Will Entertain Offers Between $650,000 and $690,000. Elegant 5BR/3.5BA home featuring over 3,200 square feet of luxury! Brilliantly designed and tastefully updated! Close to $100,000 spent on recent upgrades and improvements! Oversized family room with fireplace and custom built-in storage. The gourmet island kitchen: Thermador stainless steel appliances, granite counters, custom backsplash, built-in refrigerator, breakfast bar, and built-in desk. Private, elevated lot with PANORAMIC views! Neighborhoods: The Summit Equipment: Range/Oven Other Fees: 0 Sewer: Sewer Connected Topography: LL
CRMLS #120040904
Sep 27, 2012
Sold
$480,000
$147/sq ft
Aug 11, 2012
Listed
$520,000
$159/sq ft
Top of the world at the Summit in Ocean Hills. This beautiful home has just been painted and new flooring has been installed. A great floor plan with a nice sized yard. Home has been very well maintained with a very low maintenance yard. There is a extra storage unit that stays with property. Please note that the "Summit" is a very desired neighborhood and these homes sell quickly. Come by and take a look before it's to late.
Public Records
May 8, 1997
Sold
$276,000
$84/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 24, 1996
Sold
$2,450,000
$749/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 30, 1992
Sold
$2,944,000
$901/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,038 (+6.1%)
$439,461 + $559,726
$999,187
2024
$10,408 (+2.5%)
$430,845 + $548,751
$979,596
2023
$10,157 (+0.3%)
$422,398 + $537,992
$960,390
2022
$10,130 (+5.0%)
$414,116 + $527,444
$941,560
2021
$9,650 (+17.5%)
$405,997 + $517,102
$923,099
2020
$8,215 (+1.5%)
$398,037 + $476,963
$875,000
2019
$8,092 (+5.2%)
$339,435 + $406,740
$746,175
2018
$7,690 (+1.9%)
$332,780 + $398,765
$731,545
2017
$7,547 (+2.4%)
$319,858 + $383,282
$703,140
2016
$7,367 (+36.9%)
$319,858 + $383,282
$703,140
2015
$5,382 (+2.6%)
$313,587 + $375,767
$689,354
2014
$5,248 (+1.6%)
$219,343 + $262,835
$482,178
2013
$5,164 (+32.5%)
$219,343 + $262,835
$482,178
2012
$3,899 (+4.2%)
$218,352 + $261,648
$480,000
2011
$3,743 (+0.9%)
$161,178 + $193,137
$354,315
2010
$3,710 (+0.6%)
$158,018 + $189,350
$347,368
2009
$3,689 (+2.7%)
$156,838 + $187,935
$344,773
2008
$3,591
$157,211 + $188,382
$345,593
Tax history for 3645 Merced Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,038 (+6.1%)
$439,461 + $559,726
$999,187
2024
$10,408 (+2.5%)
$430,845 + $548,751
$979,596
2023
$10,157 (+0.3%)
$422,398 + $537,992
$960,390
2022
$10,130 (+5.0%)
$414,116 + $527,444
$941,560
2021
$9,650 (+17.5%)
$405,997 + $517,102
$923,099
2020
$8,215 (+1.5%)
$398,037 + $476,963
$875,000
2019
$8,092 (+5.2%)
$339,435 + $406,740
$746,175
2018
$7,690 (+1.9%)
$332,780 + $398,765
$731,545
2017
$7,547 (+2.4%)
$319,858 + $383,282
$703,140
2016
$7,367 (+36.9%)
$319,858 + $383,282
$703,140
2015
$5,382 (+2.6%)
$313,587 + $375,767
$689,354
2014
$5,248 (+1.6%)
$219,343 + $262,835
$482,178
2013
$5,164 (+32.5%)
$219,343 + $262,835
$482,178
2012
$3,899 (+4.2%)
$218,352 + $261,648
$480,000
2011
$3,743 (+0.9%)
$161,178 + $193,137
$354,315
2010
$3,710 (+0.6%)
$158,018 + $189,350
$347,368
2009
$3,689 (+2.7%)
$156,838 + $187,935
$344,773
2008
$3,591
$157,211 + $188,382
$345,593
*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
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
4
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,741 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1997
Sq. Ft.
3,269
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
1695314300
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
RS
Single-Family Residential District
To provide opportunities for single-family residential land use in neighborhoods, subject to appropriate standards. Duplexes, triplexes and fourplexes existing as of the effective date of this ordinance are allowed to remain, but all new residential construction shall be single-family dwellings or approved accessory structures (except as otherwise noted in Section 1030). In the RS District, the base density is 3.6 du per gross acre and the maximum potential density is 5.9 du per gross acre.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
May 27, 2025 • Final
Sfd water heater rep
Replace a natural gas water heater with a similar model.
Plumbing
Water heater
Jun 9, 2024 • Final
Bld permit exmpt
Remove and replace windows and patio doors.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 6
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Attached
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms Possible: 5
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Vented Exhaust Fan, Gas Cooktop, Range Hood, Warming Drawer
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Full, Vinyl
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 3269.0
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Stucco
Property Features
Green Energy Generation: Solar
Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size : 7,500-10,889 SF
Lot Size Area: 0.19
Lot Size Units: Acres
Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Sewer Connected
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $120
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $120
Location Information
Subdivision Name: OCEANSIDE
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,269
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8,741 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: 1997
County: San Diego County
APN: 1695314300
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: San Diego Association of REALTOR
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Lake Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
Madison Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
3/10
Rancho Buena Vista High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
6/10
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