Off market jul 2025 for $1M

$1,049,388

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,538/mo

•

1,810

sq ft

1937 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA 92081

About this home

Don't miss this beautifully updated 3-bedroom + loft, 2.5-bathroom home located in the highly sought-after gated community of Rancho Montecito in Vista. This move-in-ready home blends modern design, thoughtful upgrades, and tranquil outdoor living. Step inside to discover soaring vaulted ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and a cozy fireplace that anchors the spacious living area. The remodeled kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, new cabinetry and breakfast bar. Upstairs, a versatile loft provides extra space for a home office, playroom, or media nook. A convenient downstairs half-bath and full-sized laundry area complete the functional layout. Enjoy indoor-outdoor living with a low-maintenance backyard framed by mature trees and no homes directly behind, offering privacy and shade for outdoor entertaining. Residents of Rancho Montecito enjoy gated security, a sparkling community pool, and beautifully maintained grounds—all with a low monthly HOA. Located near top-rated schools, shopping, dining, parks, and with easy access to the 78 Freeway, this home offers the best of North County San Diego living.

Single-familyProperty Type

1988Year Built

$580Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Mary Smylie Buffini •DRE #02047635 • Compass

•760-456-5109 (agent)

•agentsmylie@gmail.com (agent)

Listed by Joanne Lindberg •DRE #02242360 • Compass

Bought with Mary Smylie Buffini •DRE #02047635 • Compass

•760-456-5109 (agent)

•agentsmylie@gmail.com (agent)

Bought with Joanne Lindberg •DRE #02242360 • Compass

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•Source:SDMLS #250035033

Redfin Estimate

$1,049,388

$9,388 since sold in July 2025$12K since October

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This home's estimate is 5.8% higher than the average sale price ($992K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 29, 2026
$1,075,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths1,810 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$975,500
B
2 beds2.5 baths1,899 sq ft
5033 Santorini Way, Oceanside, CA 92056
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$1,067,500
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,003 sq ft
1636 Olympus Loop Dr, Vista, CA 92081
SOLD BY REDFIN APR 1, 2026
$1,000,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths1,863 sq ft
2198 Redwood Crst Crst, Vista, CA 92081
SOLD MAR 16, 2026
$810,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,806 sq ft
1672 Olympus Loop, Vista, CA 92081
SOLD SEP 28, 2026
$1,025,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,806 sq ft
1772 Pinnacle Ct, Vista, CA 92081

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$3,952/mo

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Market trends in 92081, CA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

99.0%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$910K

$10K MoM

Avg. days on market

32d

5 days MoM

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4 MoM

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Sale history for 1937 Elm Ridge Dr

Date

Event

Price

SDMLS #250035033

Jul 31, 2025

Sold

$1,040,000

$575/sq ft

CRMLS #11016259

Oct 5, 2001

Sold

$285,000

$157/sq ft

Aug 31, 2001

Listed

$289,000

$160/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$5,538 (+5.2%)

$583,862 + $456,138

$1,040,000

2024

$5,265 (+2.1%)

$236,355 + $184,651

$421,006

2023

$5,156 (+0.2%)

$231,721 + $181,031

$412,752

2022

$5,145 (+2.2%)

$227,178 + $177,482

$404,660

2021

$5,033 (+0.6%)

$222,724 + $174,002

$396,726

2020

$5,004 (+1.4%)

$218,357 + $170,591

$388,948

2019

$4,935 (+4.4%)

$216,119 + $168,842

$384,961

2018

$4,726 (+1.6%)

$211,882 + $165,532

$377,414

2017

$4,651 (+2.4%)

$203,655 + $159,105

$362,760

2016

$4,544 (+0.6%)

$203,655 + $159,105

$362,760

2015

$4,519 (+2.4%)

$199,662 + $155,986

$355,648

2014

$4,413 (−5.0%)

$192,811 + $150,634

$343,445

2013

$4,643 (+6.7%)

$192,811 + $150,634

$343,445

2012

$4,352 (+2.6%)

$191,940 + $149,954

$341,894

2011

$4,241 (−4.5%)

$188,177 + $147,014

$335,191

2010

$4,441 (+19.1%)

$184,488 + $144,132

$328,620

2009

$3,730 (−6.6%)

$183,110 + $143,055

$326,165

2008

$3,994

$183,546 + $143,395

$326,941

Tax history for 1937 Elm Ridge Dr

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$5,538 (+5.2%)

$583,862 + $456,138

$1,040,000

2024

$5,265 (+2.1%)

$236,355 + $184,651

$421,006

2023

$5,156 (+0.2%)

$231,721 + $181,031

$412,752

2022

$5,145 (+2.2%)

$227,178 + $177,482

$404,660

2021

$5,033 (+0.6%)

$222,724 + $174,002

$396,726

2020

$5,004 (+1.4%)

$218,357 + $170,591

$388,948

2019

$4,935 (+4.4%)

$216,119 + $168,842

$384,961

2018

$4,726 (+1.6%)

$211,882 + $165,532

$377,414

2017

$4,651 (+2.4%)

$203,655 + $159,105

$362,760

2016

$4,544 (+0.6%)

$203,655 + $159,105

$362,760

2015

$4,519 (+2.4%)

$199,662 + $155,986

$355,648

2014

$4,413 (−5.0%)

$192,811 + $150,634

$343,445

2013

$4,643 (+6.7%)

$192,811 + $150,634

$343,445

2012

$4,352 (+2.6%)

$191,940 + $149,954

$341,894

2011

$4,241 (−4.5%)

$188,177 + $147,014

$335,191

2010

$4,441 (+19.1%)

$184,488 + $144,132

$328,620

2009

$3,730 (−6.6%)

$183,110 + $143,055

$326,165

2008

$3,994

$183,546 + $143,395

$326,941

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5,318 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1988

Sq. Ft.

1,810

Year built

1988

Style

Single Family Residential

County

San Diego County

APN

1694231300

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 4
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Attached

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas

Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Range, Oven
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Exterior

Exterior Features
Fencing: Full

Pool Information
Pool Features: Community

Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1810.0
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Stucco

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached

Lot Information
Lot Size : 4,000-7,499 SF
Lot Size Area: 0.12
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Zoning: R-1:SINGLE

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: Sewer Connected

Location

HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Amenities: Gated
Association Fee: $173
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $173

Location Information
Subdivision Name: Shadow Ridge (SHAD)

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,810
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5,318 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1988
Year Renovated: 1988
County: San Diego County
APN: 1694231300

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: San Diego Association of REALTOR

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Lake Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi

7/10

Madison Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi

3/10

Rancho Buena Vista High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi

6/10

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

4/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 90° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

5 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Vista, CA • 92081

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In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in June and 7.3 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$997,000 – $1.21M

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Home values near 1937 Elm Ridge Dr

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1949 Elm Ridge Drive, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1810 Sq. Ft.	$913,057
1943 Elm Ridge Drive, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1631 Sq. Ft.	$895,135
1935 Elm Ridge Drive, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1631 Sq. Ft.	$869,193
1929 Elm Ridge Drive, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1366 Sq. Ft.	$732,692
1954 White Birch Drive, Vista, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2309 Sq. Ft.	$1,056,789
1964 White Birch Drive, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1532 Sq. Ft.	$915,350
1970 White Birch Drive, Vista, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2309 Sq. Ft.	$1,043,753

Address	Redfin Estimate
1947 Elm Ridge Drive, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1810 Sq. Ft.	$924,362
1941 Elm Ridge Drive, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1366 Sq. Ft.	$802,968
1933 Elm Ridge Drive, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1366 Sq. Ft.	$883,552
1927 Elm Ridge Drive, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1810 Sq. Ft.	$879,023
1956 White Birch Drive, Vista, CA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1756 Sq. Ft.	$1,015,423
1966 White Birch Drive, Vista, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2439 Sq. Ft.	$1,223,069
1972 White Birch Drive, Vista, CA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2739 Sq. Ft.	$1,246,418

Address	Redfin Estimate
1945 Elm Ridge Drive, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1366 Sq. Ft.	$878,298
1939 Elm Ridge Drive, Vista, CA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1810 Sq. Ft.	$949,001
1931 Elm Ridge Drive, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1810 Sq. Ft.	$908,363
1925 Elm Ridge Drive, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1631 Sq. Ft.	$870,444
1960 White Birch Drive, Vista, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2439 Sq. Ft.	$1,259,651
1968 White Birch Drive, Vista, CA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2739 Sq. Ft.	$1,107,648
1976 White Birch Drive, Vista, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2475 Sq. Ft.	$1,134,518

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