Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and relax in this tranquil oasis high atop Dictionary Hill! Gorgeous mountain and water views await you when you come home to this charming 3BD/2BA single story home tucked away at the end of a cul de sac. Turn up the A/C or heat with your recently installed fully paid off $35K Solar System!!! **SEE SUPPLEMENT**
French doors lead to the private and spacious level backyard featuring a large covered deck, patio and multiple seating areas ideal for entertaining on a large or intimate scale and for enjoying the incredible views! The light and bright open interior flows seamlessly with separate living and family rooms, multiple dining areas, updated kitchen with granite, newer SS appliances and pantry. Both bathrooms have been updated and sparkle with designer tile. The roomy master suite has a separate sitting area, mirrored dual closets, ensuite bath and a spectacular view of the sunrise. Other special features include fresh neutral paint, a cozy fireplace, ceramic tile and hardwood flooring, ceiling fans, dual pane windows, fruit trees, vegetable planter boxes and a drip system in the front yard. Large capacity washer and dryer and stand alone freezer in garage convey.
Single-familyProperty Type
1979Year Built
$513Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Elizabeth Diehl•DRE #01098533• San Diego Castles Realty
•619-840-8285 (agent)
•elizabethdrealestate@gmail.com (agent)
Bought with Connie Kenny•DRE #01065534• Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Upgraded west facing home at the end of a cul-da-sac, with panoramic views to the southwest from the front yard and southeast from the backyard. Front door opens to vaulted living room. Bedrooms are located on the north side of the house, with the...
master on the northeast corner. Popcorn ceilings in every room except for the kitchen. Laundry hookups are located in the garage, which is accessed from the front porch.
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Michael Doi
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 1503 Maria Ave
Date
Event
Price
APPFOLIO #2
May 4, 2026
Rental Removed
$3,900
$3/sq ft
Apr 8, 2026
Listed for Rent
$3,900
$3/sq ft
Sep 1, 2024
Rental Removed
$3,595
$2/sq ft
Aug 9, 2024
Price Changed
$3,595
$2/sq ft
Aug 9, 2024
Listed for Rent
$3,395
$2/sq ft
RENT. #1
Sep 13, 2024
Rental Removed
$3,595
$2/sq ft
Sep 13, 2024
Listed for Rent
$3,595
$2/sq ft
Aug 31, 2024
Rental Removed
$3,595
$2/sq ft
Aug 10, 2024
Price Changed
$3,595
$2/sq ft
Aug 9, 2024
Listed for Rent
$3,395
$2/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #170034754
Aug 25, 2017
Sold
$501,000
$321/sq ft
Aug 25, 2017
Sold
$501,000
$321/sq ft
Jul 28, 2017
Pending
—
Jul 19, 2017
Relisted
—
Jul 11, 2017
Pending
—
Jul 3, 2017
Listed
$499,000
$320/sq ft
Jun 28, 2017
Listed
$499,000
$320/sq ft
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and relax in this tranquil oasis high atop Dictionary Hill! Gorgeous mountain and water views await you when you come home to this charming 3BD/2BA single story home tucked away at the end of a cul de sac. Turn up the A/C or heat with your recently installed fully paid off $35K Solar System!!! **SEE SUPPLEMENT** Neighborhoods: Dictionary Hill Equipment: Dryer, Washer Other Fees: 0 Sewer: Sewer Connected Topography: LL
Public Records
Nov 30, 2004
Sold
$440,000
$282/sq ft
CRMLS #32035722
Aug 27, 2003
Sold
$365,000
$234/sq ft
Jun 27, 2003
Listed
$357,900
$229/sq ft
Gorgeous Single Story w/ great curb appeal-no need to preview!Lite and Brite, LR w/ vaulted ceiling and cozy FP, formal & informal dining areas, Sparkling kitchen open to spacious Fam Rm with beautiful wood flooring, lrg Master Suite, Wood Deck and Patio, Pano View of Mountains and Lake. Spa does not convey. 2 yr new Roof. Culdsac.
Public Records
Jun 26, 2001
Sold
$221,500
$142/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 15, 1994
Sold
$149,500
$96/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 26, 1988
Sold
$120,000
$77/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,476 (+3.7%)
$262,783 + $318,662
$581,445
2024
$7,211 (+3.1%)
$257,631 + $312,414
$570,045
2023
$6,992 (+1.5%)
$252,580 + $306,289
$558,869
2022
$6,888 (+1.1%)
$247,628 + $300,284
$547,912
2021
$6,811 (+4.1%)
$242,773 + $294,397
$537,170
2020
$6,546 (+1.5%)
$238,013 + $288,625
$526,638
2019
$6,447 (+2.8%)
$235,573 + $285,666
$521,239
2018
$6,274 (+29.9%)
$230,954 + $280,065
$511,019
2017
$4,831 (+1.9%)
$174,000 + $211,000
$385,000
2016
$4,740 (+8.4%)
$174,000 + $211,000
$385,000
2015
$4,371
$174,000 + $211,000
$385,000
2014
$4,369 (+20.5%)
$159,000 + $191,000
$350,000
2013
$3,625 (+14.8%)
$159,000 + $191,000
$350,000
2012
$3,158 (−10.6%)
$130,000 + $155,000
$285,000
2011
$3,533 (+0.8%)
$112,000 + $136,000
$248,000
2010
$3,504 (−7.5%)
$127,000 + $154,000
$281,000
2009
$3,789 (−20.9%)
$127,000 + $154,000
$281,000
2008
$4,791
$139,000 + $168,000
$307,000
Tax history for 1503 Maria Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,476 (+3.7%)
$262,783 + $318,662
$581,445
2024
$7,211 (+3.1%)
$257,631 + $312,414
$570,045
2023
$6,992 (+1.5%)
$252,580 + $306,289
$558,869
2022
$6,888 (+1.1%)
$247,628 + $300,284
$547,912
2021
$6,811 (+4.1%)
$242,773 + $294,397
$537,170
2020
$6,546 (+1.5%)
$238,013 + $288,625
$526,638
2019
$6,447 (+2.8%)
$235,573 + $285,666
$521,239
2018
$6,274 (+29.9%)
$230,954 + $280,065
$511,019
2017
$4,831 (+1.9%)
$174,000 + $211,000
$385,000
2016
$4,740 (+8.4%)
$174,000 + $211,000
$385,000
2015
$4,371
$174,000 + $211,000
$385,000
2014
$4,369 (+20.5%)
$159,000 + $191,000
$350,000
2013
$3,625 (+14.8%)
$159,000 + $191,000
$350,000
2012
$3,158 (−10.6%)
$130,000 + $155,000
$285,000
2011
$3,533 (+0.8%)
$112,000 + $136,000
$248,000
2010
$3,504 (−7.5%)
$127,000 + $154,000
$281,000
2009
$3,789 (−20.9%)
$127,000 + $154,000
$281,000
2008
$4,791
$139,000 + $168,000
$307,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1979
Sq. Ft.
1,560
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
5793581500
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Parking Spaces: 2
# of Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Non-Garage Parking: Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Master Bedroom Dimensions: 21x14
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 12 x 9
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces(s): 1
Fireplace Information: Fireplace in Family Room
Interior Features
Equipment: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Washer, Electric Range, Electric Stove, Freezer
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Forced Air
Heat Source: Electric, Solar
Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
Laundry Information
Laundry Location: Garage
Laundry Utilities: Electric
Room Information
Square Feet (Estimated): 1,560
Dining Room Dimensions: 10 x 10
Family Room Dimensions: 22 x 11
Kitchen Dimensions: 14 x 10
Living Room Dimensions: 16 x 14
Bedroom on Entry Level, Dining Room/Separate, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Exterior
Exterior Features
Construction: Stucco
Fencing: Full
Building Information
Year Built: 1979
Assessor
Total Stories: 1
Entry Only
Roof: Composition
Property Information
Residential Sub-Category: Detached
Residential Sub-Category: Detached
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor Record
Sign on Property: Yes
Lot Information
Lot Size: 4,000-7,499 Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor Record
View: Evening Lights, Lake/River, Mountains/Hills
Land Information
Topography: Level
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Connected
Water Information
Meter on Property
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,560
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: 1979
County: San Diego County
APN: 5793581500
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Date Information
LVT Date: 2017-07-03
Off Market Status Date: 2017-07-19
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Schools
Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, And Math Academy At La Presa
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
6/10
Monte Vista High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
6/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 93° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$760,000 – $920,000
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