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Off market nov 2020 for $615K

$900,529

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,519/mo

•

1,366

sq ft

1970 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA 92081

About this home

Gated Community of Rancho Montecito…This single story in the prestigious shadow Ridge area features an open floor plan w/ vaulted ceilings, hall sky light and easy care flooring. completely remodeled, new double pane windows, ceiling fans in every room, custom made blinds & black out blinds in bedrooms , new stove, new double door stainless steel refrigerator, garage opener, screened security front door & screen garage door, new fences around the house, beautiful front yard.

Single-familyProperty Type

1988Year Built

5,227 sq ftLot Size

$659Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Michelle Mauer •DRE #01926224 • Smart Realty Group

•714-425-0436 (agent)

•michelle@smartrealtygroup.com (agent)

Bought with Alexa Saxon •DRE #01861969 • Distinctive Homes

•760-803-9585 (agent)

•acsaxon4@gmail.com (agent)

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•Source:SDMLS #200040609

Redfin Estimate

$900,529

$286K since sold in November 2020$14K since October

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This home's estimate is 17.9% lower than the average sale price ($1.10M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,100,000
A
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SOLD OCT 21, 2026
$1,010,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,578 sq ft
1642 Marbella Dr, Vista, CA 92081
SOLD SEP 21, 2026
4925 Icaria Way, Oceanside, CA 92056
$1,050,000
C
2 beds2 baths1,444 sq ft
4925 Icaria Way, Oceanside, CA 92056
SOLD OCT 15, 2026
$998,000
D
2 beds2 baths1,106 sq ft
4685 Adra Way, Oceanside, CA 92056
SOLD SEP 21, 2026
$1,632,515
E
2 beds2 baths1,800 sq ft
4957 Alicante Way, Oceanside, CA 92056
SOLD FEB 26, 2026
$790,000
F
2 beds2 baths1,208 sq ft
3712 Via Cabrillo, Oceanside, CA 92056

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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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Redfin agents who toured

Updated single story home in a gated community. Laundry hookups are in the garage. Solid surface flooring throughout.
6 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Gigi Grant
Redfin Associate agent

Sale history for 1970 Elm Ridge Dr

Date

Event

Price

SDMLS #200040609

Nov 2, 2020

Sold

$615,000

$450/sq ft

Sep 28, 2020

Pending

—

Aug 21, 2020

Listed

$625,000

$458/sq ft

CRMLS #OC19252954

Jan 31, 2020

Listing Removed

—

Oct 29, 2019

Listed

$585,000

$428/sq ft

SDMLS #150024712

Aug 11, 2015

Sold

$425,000

$311/sq ft

Jun 26, 2015

Pending

—

May 7, 2015

Listed

$434,900

$318/sq ft

+23

Gated Community of Rancho Montecito...This adorable Cottage Style single story features an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, hall sky light and easy care flooring. A nice side and backyard provide room for entertaining. The well maintained complex includes large recreational pool/spa and dog park and conveniently located for quick access to beach areas, shopping, entertainment centers and freeways.

SDMLS #140019843

May 5, 2014

Sold

$407,500

$298/sq ft

Apr 21, 2014

Pending

—

Apr 15, 2014

Listed

$425,000

$311/sq ft

CRMLS #71057015

Dec 20, 2007

Sold

$385,000

$282/sq ft

Jul 16, 2007

Listed

$399,900

$293/sq ft

SDMLS #1

Oct 11, 2007

Price Changed

$399,900

$293/sq ft

Sep 14, 2007

Price Changed

$409,900

$300/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 21, 2001

Sold

$240,500

$176/sq ft

Public Records

Mar 11, 1988

Sold

$118,000

$86/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$8,295 (+5.5%)

$437,780 + $241,224

$679,004

2024

$7,864 (+2.2%)

$429,197 + $236,495

$665,692

2023

$7,692 (+0.2%)

$420,782 + $231,858

$652,640

2022

$7,675 (+2.3%)

$412,532 + $227,312

$639,844

2021

$7,506 (+30.6%)

$404,444 + $222,855

$627,299

2020

$5,749 (+1.4%)

$396,514 + $218,486

$615,000

2019

$5,667 (+4.6%)

$296,598 + $163,431

$460,029

2018

$5,419 (+14.5%)

$290,783 + $160,227

$451,010

2017

$4,732 (−10.4%)

$279,493 + $154,006

$433,499

2016

$5,281 (+15.6%)

$279,493 + $154,006

$433,499

2015

$4,570 (−4.8%)

$274,013 + $150,987

$425,000

2014

$4,800 (+21.6%)

$245,000 + $135,000

$380,000

2013

$3,946 (−0.4%)

$245,000 + $135,000

$380,000

2012

$3,962 (+1.0%)

$194,000 + $106,000

$300,000

2011

$3,922 (+1.0%)

$194,000 + $106,000

$300,000

2010

$3,882 (+1.6%)

$194,000 + $106,000

$300,000

2009

$3,822 (−18.3%)

$194,000 + $106,000

$300,000

2008

$4,675

$194,000 + $106,000

$300,000

Tax history for 1970 Elm Ridge Dr

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$8,295 (+5.5%)

$437,780 + $241,224

$679,004

2024

$7,864 (+2.2%)

$429,197 + $236,495

$665,692

2023

$7,692 (+0.2%)

$420,782 + $231,858

$652,640

2022

$7,675 (+2.3%)

$412,532 + $227,312

$639,844

2021

$7,506 (+30.6%)

$404,444 + $222,855

$627,299

2020

$5,749 (+1.4%)

$396,514 + $218,486

$615,000

2019

$5,667 (+4.6%)

$296,598 + $163,431

$460,029

2018

$5,419 (+14.5%)

$290,783 + $160,227

$451,010

2017

$4,732 (−10.4%)

$279,493 + $154,006

$433,499

2016

$5,281 (+15.6%)

$279,493 + $154,006

$433,499

2015

$4,570 (−4.8%)

$274,013 + $150,987

$425,000

2014

$4,800 (+21.6%)

$245,000 + $135,000

$380,000

2013

$3,946 (−0.4%)

$245,000 + $135,000

$380,000

2012

$3,962 (+1.0%)

$194,000 + $106,000

$300,000

2011

$3,922 (+1.0%)

$194,000 + $106,000

$300,000

2010

$3,882 (+1.6%)

$194,000 + $106,000

$300,000

2009

$3,822 (−18.3%)

$194,000 + $106,000

$300,000

2008

$4,675

$194,000 + $106,000

$300,000

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

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5,227

Year renovated

1988

Sq. Ft.

1,366

Year built

1988

Style

Single Family Residential

County

San Diego County

APN

1694240200

Parking Spaces

Basement

Accessible

HOA Dues

$96 /month

Garage

Yes

Features

Pool

Last updated by owner on Sep 3, 2025.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 6
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Attached

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2

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

Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener, Range, Oven
Flooring: Laminate, Tile
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Exterior

Exterior Features
Fencing: Full, Gate
Roof: Shingle

Pool Information
Pool Features: Community
Has Spa/Hot Tub

Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1366.0
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Stucco

Property Features
Security Features: Gated Community

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

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.12
Lot Size Units: Acres
Zoning: R-1:SINGLE

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: Sewer Connected

Location

HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Amenities: Gated
Association Fee: $96
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $96

Location Information
Subdivision Name: VISTA

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,366
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 6
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 5,227 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1988
Year Renovated: 1988
County: San Diego County
APN: 1694240200
HOA Dues: $96/month
Garage: Yes
Features: Pool

Home facts updated by owner on Sep 3, 2025

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 • 1.1mi

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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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

6 days above 90° expected this year, 18 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

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

83/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

9.2 hrs

5.8 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$856,000 – $1.04M

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Home values near 1970 Elm Ridge Dr

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1975 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1631 Sq. Ft.	$974,560
1986 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1631 Sq. Ft.	$903,764
1963 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1366 Sq. Ft.	$842,304
1973 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1631 Sq. Ft.	$881,384
1957 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1810 Sq. Ft.	$922,608
1966 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1631 Sq. Ft.	$921,190
1988 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1366 Sq. Ft.	$862,792

Address	Redfin Estimate
1977 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1810 Sq. Ft.	$920,013
1980 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1810 Sq. Ft.	$977,636
1969 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1810 Sq. Ft.	$878,381
1961 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1630 Sq. Ft.	$876,606
1955 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1810 Sq. Ft.	$891,374
1964 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1810 Sq. Ft.	$979,885
1965 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1810 Sq. Ft.	$963,911

Address	Redfin Estimate
1979 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1366 Sq. Ft.	$776,771
1978 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1366 Sq. Ft.	$851,464
1971 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1366 Sq. Ft.	$850,904
1959 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 7 Baths \| 1631 Sq. Ft.	$890,296
1974 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1810 Sq. Ft.	$971,886
1960 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1366 Sq. Ft.	$909,704
1967 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1631 Sq. Ft.	$890,846

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