Location, Location, LOCATION! This pristine single story, 3 bedroom/2 bath is nestled on a HUGE corner lot with tons of privacy! Only one side neighbor and a view of the lush and serene ravine. The open floor plan boasts an entertainers delight with ample counter space in the remodeled kitchen, finished with beautiful cabinetry and natural lighting. Spacious bedrooms are tucked away to the rear of the home and all with upgraded ceiling fans. Beautiful white split plantation shutters enhance the space all throughout, fresh neutral colored interior paint and tastefully remodeled bathrooms with custom tiled shower enclosures. Hallway built in storage located with accessibility to all bedrooms and baths. The front yard yields incredible curb side appeal with the meticulously and lovingly attended to array of green and bright colored vegetation. The stamp textured concrete walkway is complete with recessed stair step lighting, huge driveway affords potential for RV, boat, recreational vehicles or just extra parking. The rear yard is a serene paradise with string hung lighting, large lattice patio cover, stamped concrete wrap around and tall fences. This home is a MUST see!
Single-familyProperty Type
1981Year Built
0.27 acresLot Size
$685Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Erika Martin•DRE #02034831• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with Marian Edwards•DRE #01069397• Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
This us a single story home located next to a large nature area on one side. Low maintenance landscaping in front and back.
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Gigi Grant
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 1686 Ravine Rd
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #SW19253310
Dec 9, 2019
Sold
$490,000
$419/sq ft
Nov 6, 2019
Pending
—
Nov 6, 2019
Contingent
—
Oct 21, 2019
Listed
$470,000
$402/sq ft
Location, Location, LOCATION! This pristine single story, 3 bedroom/2 bath is nestled on a HUGE corner lot with tons of privacy! Only one side neighbor and a view of the lush and serene ravine. The open floor plan boasts an entertainers delight with ample counter space in the remodeled kitchen, finished with beautiful cabinetry and natural lighting. Spacious bedrooms are tucked away to the rear of the home and all with upgraded ceiling fans. Beautiful white split plantation shutters enhance the space all throughout, fresh neutral colored interior paint and tastefully remodeled bathrooms with custom tiled shower enclosures. Hallway built in storage located with accessibility to all bedrooms and baths. The front yard yields incredible curb side appeal with the meticulously and lovingly attended to array of green and bright colored vegetation. The stamp textured concrete walkway is complete with recessed stair step lighting, huge driveway affords potential for RV, boat, recreational vehicles or just extra parking. The rear yard is a serene paradise with string hung lighting, large lattice patio cover, stamped concrete wrap around and tall fences. This home is a MUST see!
CRMLS #80069476
Jan 2, 2009
Sold
$269,000
$230/sq ft
Oct 6, 2008
Listed
$249,900
$214/sq ft
LARGE CORNER LOT NEAR PARK. FIREPLACE IN THE LIVING ROOM. PRICED TO SELL!
CRMLS #41062718
Nov 18, 2004
Sold
$420,000
$359/sq ft
Sep 29, 2004
Listed
$399,000
$341/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 19, 1991
Sold
$158,000
$135/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 15, 1988
Sold
$135,000
$115/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 6, 1981
Sold
$76,000
$65/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,757 (+5.4%)
$264,651 + $281,946
$546,597
2024
$6,412 (+2.2%)
$259,462 + $276,418
$535,880
2023
$6,274 (+0.2%)
$254,375 + $270,999
$525,374
2022
$6,259 (+2.3%)
$249,388 + $265,686
$515,074
2021
$6,120 (−0.7%)
$244,499 + $260,477
$504,976
2020
$6,164 (+50.1%)
$239,705 + $255,370
$495,075
2019
$4,108 (+4.3%)
$237,248 + $252,752
$490,000
2018
$3,939 (+1.6%)
$150,068 + $159,875
$309,943
2017
$3,877 (+2.4%)
$144,242 + $153,668
$297,910
2016
$3,787 (+0.6%)
$144,242 + $153,668
$297,910
2015
$3,764 (+2.4%)
$141,414 + $150,655
$292,069
2014
$3,675 (+0.1%)
$136,562 + $145,487
$282,049
2013
$3,670 (+0.7%)
$136,562 + $145,487
$282,049
2012
$3,644 (+2.8%)
$135,945 + $144,830
$280,775
2011
$3,546 (+1.8%)
$133,280 + $141,991
$275,271
2010
$3,485 (+5.3%)
$130,667 + $139,207
$269,874
2009
$3,310 (−19.6%)
$129,691 + $138,167
$267,858
2008
$4,115
$140,000 + $109,900
$249,900
Tax history for 1686 Ravine Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,757 (+5.4%)
$264,651 + $281,946
$546,597
2024
$6,412 (+2.2%)
$259,462 + $276,418
$535,880
2023
$6,274 (+0.2%)
$254,375 + $270,999
$525,374
2022
$6,259 (+2.3%)
$249,388 + $265,686
$515,074
2021
$6,120 (−0.7%)
$244,499 + $260,477
$504,976
2020
$6,164 (+50.1%)
$239,705 + $255,370
$495,075
2019
$4,108 (+4.3%)
$237,248 + $252,752
$490,000
2018
$3,939 (+1.6%)
$150,068 + $159,875
$309,943
2017
$3,877 (+2.4%)
$144,242 + $153,668
$297,910
2016
$3,787 (+0.6%)
$144,242 + $153,668
$297,910
2015
$3,764 (+2.4%)
$141,414 + $150,655
$292,069
2014
$3,675 (+0.1%)
$136,562 + $145,487
$282,049
2013
$3,670 (+0.7%)
$136,562 + $145,487
$282,049
2012
$3,644 (+2.8%)
$135,945 + $144,830
$280,775
2011
$3,546 (+1.8%)
$133,280 + $141,991
$275,271
2010
$3,485 (+5.3%)
$130,667 + $139,207
$269,874
2009
$3,310 (−19.6%)
$129,691 + $138,167
$267,858
2008
$4,115
$140,000 + $109,900
$249,900
*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
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
1981
Sq. Ft.
1,170
Year built
1981
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
1624701800
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
In Garage
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator
Lot Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Garden, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft, Park Nearby
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Accessibility Features: No Interior Steps
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Parcel Number: 1624701800
Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Public Records
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Curbs, Park, Ravine, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lighting
School Information
Elementary School: Grazide
Middle Or Junior School: Madison
High School: Rancho
High School District: Vista Unified
Elementary School 2: GRAZID
Middle Or Junior School 2: MADISO
High School 2: RANCHO2
Location Information
Latitude: 33.20088100
Longitude: -117.27642000
Directions: HWY 76 - College Blvd - Olive Dr - N Emerald Dr - Ravine Rd
Road Surface Type: Maintained
Zoning: R1
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,170
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1981
Year Renovated: 1981
County: San Diego County
APN: 1624701800
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: Exterior, rear utility shed
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 6
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 6
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Erika
List Agent Last Name: Martin
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: BHHS CA Properties
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Marian
Buyer Agent Last Name: Edwards
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
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Schools
Grapevine Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
3/10
Madison Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
3/10
Rancho Buena Vista High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi
6/10
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