Welcome to Rancho Montecito in the highly desirable gated community of Shadowridge. The open concept 3 bdrm/2.5 bath home with loft space features vaulted ceilings, recessed lights, ceiling fans and the not so glamorous but important details include new furnace, new water heater, all new stainless steel kitchen appliances, new garage door opener, new garage floor coating and tuned up roof. Relax in the beautifully landscaped rear yard with serene custom water feature and built in BBQ with refrigerator.
Single-familyProperty Type
1988Year Built
4,791 sq ftLot Size
$533Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Leigh Ann Elledge•DRE #01384383• Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
•619-203-3012 (agent)
•leighann@bhhscal.com (agent)
Bought with Celeste Dunn•DRE #01397840• Coldwell Banker West
Breath taking Shadow Ridge home featuring 3 bedroom and an upstairs loft area. Interior completely upgraded leaving you breathless, wondering where to place your own furniture. The Exterior features a custom b`que, pond with waterfall and fully landscaped garden. Fountain at entry conveys. An Incrediably beautiful home.
Public Records
Nov 15, 2000
Sold
$245,000
$135/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 22, 1994
Sold
$164,000
$91/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 19, 1988
Sold
$128,500
$71/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,852 (+5.5%)
$416,870 + $311,818
$728,688
2024
$8,390 (+2.2%)
$408,697 + $305,704
$714,401
2023
$8,206 (+0.2%)
$400,684 + $299,710
$700,394
2022
$8,187 (+2.3%)
$392,828 + $293,834
$686,662
2021
$8,007 (+15.2%)
$385,126 + $288,073
$673,199
2020
$6,950 (+1.5%)
$377,575 + $282,425
$660,000
2019
$6,850 (+4.7%)
$324,999 + $243,099
$568,098
2018
$6,544 (+5.3%)
$318,627 + $238,333
$556,960
2017
$6,216 (+7.1%)
$291,000 + $224,000
$515,000
2016
$5,803 (+7.1%)
$291,000 + $224,000
$515,000
2015
$5,417 (+4.9%)
$272,000 + $208,000
$480,000
2014
$5,163 (+12.7%)
$239,000 + $181,000
$420,000
2013
$4,581 (−0.4%)
$239,000 + $181,000
$420,000
2012
$4,600 (+0.9%)
$208,000 + $157,000
$365,000
2011
$4,560 (+0.9%)
$208,000 + $157,000
$365,000
2010
$4,518 (+1.5%)
$208,000 + $157,000
$365,000
2009
$4,453 (−12.5%)
$208,000 + $157,000
$365,000
2008
$5,088
$208,000 + $157,000
$365,000
Tax history for 1965 Elm Ridge Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,852 (+5.5%)
$416,870 + $311,818
$728,688
2024
$8,390 (+2.2%)
$408,697 + $305,704
$714,401
2023
$8,206 (+0.2%)
$400,684 + $299,710
$700,394
2022
$8,187 (+2.3%)
$392,828 + $293,834
$686,662
2021
$8,007 (+15.2%)
$385,126 + $288,073
$673,199
2020
$6,950 (+1.5%)
$377,575 + $282,425
$660,000
2019
$6,850 (+4.7%)
$324,999 + $243,099
$568,098
2018
$6,544 (+5.3%)
$318,627 + $238,333
$556,960
2017
$6,216 (+7.1%)
$291,000 + $224,000
$515,000
2016
$5,803 (+7.1%)
$291,000 + $224,000
$515,000
2015
$5,417 (+4.9%)
$272,000 + $208,000
$480,000
2014
$5,163 (+12.7%)
$239,000 + $181,000
$420,000
2013
$4,581 (−0.4%)
$239,000 + $181,000
$420,000
2012
$4,600 (+0.9%)
$208,000 + $157,000
$365,000
2011
$4,560 (+0.9%)
$208,000 + $157,000
$365,000
2010
$4,518 (+1.5%)
$208,000 + $157,000
$365,000
2009
$4,453 (−12.5%)
$208,000 + $157,000
$365,000
2008
$5,088
$208,000 + $157,000
$365,000
*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
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,433 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1988
Sq. Ft.
1,810
Year built
1988
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
1694220200
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
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Oven, Ice Maker, Gas Range, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Barbecue
Fencing: Full
Pool Information
Pool Features: In Ground, Community
Has Spa/Hot Tub
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1810.0
# of Stories Total: 2
Property Features
Pets Allowed: Yes
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached
Land Information
Irrigation Source: Sprinklers
Lot Information
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Lot Size Area: 0.11
Lot Size Units: Acres
Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Sewer Connected, Cable Connected, Water Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Amenities: Pool, Gated
Association Fee: $111
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $111
Location Information
Subdivision Name: VISTA
Community Information
Community Features: Pool, Curbs, Sidewalks
Building Name: Rancho Montecito
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,810
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,433 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1988
Year Renovated: 1988
County: San Diego County
APN: 1694220200
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 • 1.1mi
7/10
Madison Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
3/10
Rancho Buena Vista High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
6/10
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