VA Approved condo in the heart of Serra Mesa! This unit was remodeled in 2020 with brand new flooring, baseboards, paint, new kitchen, bathrooms, countertops and new light fixtures. Complex comes with community pool just in time for summer. Central location that is close to shopping, freeways, library and community services. Two-story layout is a rare opportunity in this complex!
CondoProperty Type
1973Year Built
4.29 acresLot Size
$544Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Brandon Berke•DRE #02112559• eXp Realty of California, Inc.
•619-964-4571 (agent)
•brandon@newfreshinvest.com (agent)
Listed by Mark Pattison•DRE #01953760• eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Bought with Courtney Cameron•DRE #01766250• RE/MAX Empire Properties
This remodeled, 2-story condo in Serra Mesa is a must-see! * * * Bright and open floor plan * * * Beautiful kitchen with new stainless steel appliances and cabinets for storage * * * Spacious living room, ready for your own personal touches * * * Large Master with en-suite bathroom * * * No neighbors above or below * * * New luxury vinyl flooring throughout * * * Perfect location with close access to great restaurants, retail, and easy freeway access
CRMLS #72073196
Jan 31, 2008
Sold
$190,000
$226/sq ft
Sep 13, 2007
Listed
$229,000
$272/sq ft
Bank owned. Sold 'as-is'. No Representation or warranty. Information not to be relied upon. Buyer to verify all measurements and room sizes. Square footage from county tax records. Proof of down payment funds required with offer. Parking space E-9 Seller paid $10,000 buyers closing costs.
SDMLS #1
Jul 12, 2007
Price Changed
$225,000
$267/sq ft
May 25, 2007
Price Changed
$255,000
$303/sq ft
Apr 8, 2007
Price Changed
$265,000
$315/sq ft
SDMLS #76016153
Jul 20, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Feb 26, 2007
Listed
$237,000
$281/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 30, 2005
Sold
$305,000
$362/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 23, 2004
Sold
$248,000
$295/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 28, 1998
Sold
$76,000
$90/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 23, 1986
Sold
$61,000
$72/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,207 (+10.0%)
$409,155 + $94,170
$503,325
2024
$5,644 (+6.3%)
$401,133 + $92,324
$493,457
2023
$5,311 (+22.8%)
$371,000 + $86,000
$457,000
2022
$4,325 (−1.3%)
$350,000 + $81,000
$431,000
2021
$4,380 (+54.4%)
$189,504 + $170,555
$360,059
2020
$2,837 (+1.8%)
$185,789 + $167,211
$353,000
2019
$2,787 (+6.9%)
$120,100 + $108,090
$228,190
2018
$2,606 (+2.4%)
$117,746 + $105,971
$223,717
2017
$2,545 (+1.7%)
$113,175 + $101,857
$215,032
2016
$2,503 (+16.9%)
$113,175 + $101,857
$215,032
2015
$2,142 (+11.9%)
$110,956 + $99,860
$210,816
2014
$1,915 (+9.8%)
$83,000 + $77,000
$160,000
2013
$1,744 (+6.3%)
$83,000 + $77,000
$160,000
2012
$1,640 (−0.1%)
$76,000 + $69,000
$145,000
2011
$1,642 (+1.0%)
$76,000 + $69,000
$145,000
2010
$1,626 (−12.0%)
$76,000 + $69,000
$145,000
2009
$1,847 (−26.5%)
$76,000 + $69,000
$145,000
2008
$2,512
$86,000 + $79,000
$165,000
Tax history for 3550 Ruffin Rd #170
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,207 (+10.0%)
$409,155 + $94,170
$503,325
2024
$5,644 (+6.3%)
$401,133 + $92,324
$493,457
2023
$5,311 (+22.8%)
$371,000 + $86,000
$457,000
2022
$4,325 (−1.3%)
$350,000 + $81,000
$431,000
2021
$4,380 (+54.4%)
$189,504 + $170,555
$360,059
2020
$2,837 (+1.8%)
$185,789 + $167,211
$353,000
2019
$2,787 (+6.9%)
$120,100 + $108,090
$228,190
2018
$2,606 (+2.4%)
$117,746 + $105,971
$223,717
2017
$2,545 (+1.7%)
$113,175 + $101,857
$215,032
2016
$2,503 (+16.9%)
$113,175 + $101,857
$215,032
2015
$2,142 (+11.9%)
$110,956 + $99,860
$210,816
2014
$1,915 (+9.8%)
$83,000 + $77,000
$160,000
2013
$1,744 (+6.3%)
$83,000 + $77,000
$160,000
2012
$1,640 (−0.1%)
$76,000 + $69,000
$145,000
2011
$1,642 (+1.0%)
$76,000 + $69,000
$145,000
2010
$1,626 (−12.0%)
$76,000 + $69,000
$145,000
2009
$1,847 (−26.5%)
$76,000 + $69,000
$145,000
2008
$2,512
$86,000 + $79,000
$165,000
*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
2
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
1973
Sq. Ft.
842
Year built
1973
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
San Diego County
APN
4212302170
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
RM-3-7
SERRA MESA
Residential-Multiple Unit Zone
The purpose of the RM zones is to provide for multiple dwelling unit development at varying densities. The RM zones individually accommodate developments with similar densities and characteristics. Each of the RM zones is intended to establish development criteria that consolidates common development regulations, accommodates specific dwelling types, and responds to locational issues regarding adjacent land uses.
Zone overlays
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Retail-Grocery
Restaurant
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Student
Housing-Other
Office
Medical office
Recreation
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 1
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Radiant, Electric
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Cooktop
Room Information
Laundry Features: Common Area
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Fencing: Gate
Roof: Composition
Pool Information
Pool Features: Community
Has Spa/Hot Tub
Building Information
Entry Level: 1
# of Stories Total: 2
Property Features
Pets Allowed: Breed Restrictions
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Condominium
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: All Other Attached
Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls, No One Above, No One Below
Land Information
Irrigation Source: N/K
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 4.29
Lot Size Units: Acres
Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Sewer Connected
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Amenities: Hot Water, Insurance, Trash
Association Fee: $315
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $315
Association Fee Includes: Sewer, Water, Pest Control, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure
Location Information
Directions: Google Maps.
Subdivision Name: SERRA MESA
Community Information
Community Features: Pool, Clubhouse
Building Name: Sunburst
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 842
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: 1973
County: San Diego County
APN: 4212302170
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026