Excellent lot with canyon open space behind and on cul-de-sac. This lot is elevated above Buena Creek and is very private with lots of nature behind and access to hiking and nearby parks. Easy access to Melrose Drive. Open spacious floorplan with downstairs den/office/bed and full bath. Large kitchen with center island. Large bonus room over garage. Needs a little TLC and it's a perfect home with an outstanding location.
Single-familyProperty Type
1991Year Built
$382Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
6 spacesParking
Listed by Guy Morgan•DRE #00961848• Guy Morgan's RE Insight
•619-393-6661 (agent)
•myrealestateinsight@gmail.com (agent)
Bought with Guy Morgan•DRE #00961848• Guy Morgan's RE Insight
Excellent lot with canyon open space behind and on cul-de-sac. This lot is elevated above Buena Creek and is very private with lots of nature behind and access to hiking and nearby parks. Easy access to Melrose Drive. Open spacious floorplan with downstairs den/office/bed and full bath. Large kitchen with center island. Large bonus room over garage. Needs a little TLC and it's a perfect home with an outstanding location. Neighborhoods: Shadowridge Equipment: Garage Door Opener, Range/Oven Other Fees: 0 Sewer: Sewer Connected Topography: LL
CRMLS #31043210
Sep 4, 2003
Sold
$490,000
$184/sq ft
Aug 1, 2003
Listed
$499,000
$187/sq ft
Elegant, Romantic, Spacious, Light, Bright Model Home on Cul-de-Sac. This home has it all. Spiral staircase to second floor, LARGE rear yard with koi pond, jacuzzi/gazebo, many varieties of fruit trees. New paint, carpet, crown molding, cornaces, whole house water softener and SO much more. Move in Ready. [Supplement]: Please be prepared to spend some time with your client showing this incredible home. Home as mentioned is located in the center of a cul-de-sac. There are so many varieties of plants, such as bamboo, papyrus, cherry tree, pomagranite tree, peach tree, persimmon tree, bird of paradise and more. Tall ceilings and custom window coverings allow for maximum views and light. Carpet is brand new. Behind wet bar you will find a built in pantry that goes deep under the stairway for maximum storage use. Stereo surround sound in family room and is piped out to the gazebo/jacuzzi area. Full lighting around gazebo, gas barbecue grill and fire pit adds for premium entertaining.
Public Records
Aug 16, 2001
Sold
$400,000
$150/sq ft
CRMLS #11008742
Aug 16, 2001
Sold
$399,900
$150/sq ft
May 10, 2001
Listed
$399,900
$150/sq ft
SDMLS #971004769
Sep 9, 1997
Listing Removed
—
Mar 6, 1997
Listed
$247,000
$93/sq ft
CRMLS #971007823
Jul 1, 1997
Sold
$245,000
$92/sq ft
May 10, 1997
Listed
$244,900
$92/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,015 (+5.7%)
$402,486 + $337,379
$739,865
2024
$8,527 (+11.7%)
$394,595 + $330,764
$725,359
2023
$7,633 (−8.3%)
$386,858 + $324,279
$711,137
2022
$8,321 (+2.2%)
$379,273 + $317,921
$697,194
2021
$8,138 (+0.5%)
$371,837 + $311,688
$683,525
2020
$8,098 (+1.4%)
$364,547 + $305,577
$670,124
2019
$7,983 (+14.6%)
$360,810 + $302,444
$663,254
2018
$6,967 (−3.7%)
$353,736 + $296,514
$650,250
2017
$7,231 (+13.3%)
$245,004 + $355,255
$600,259
2016
$6,383 (+4.5%)
$245,004 + $355,255
$600,259
2015
$6,110 (+3.4%)
$213,000 + $312,000
$525,000
2014
$5,908 (+4.5%)
$195,000 + $285,000
$480,000
2013
$5,651 (+3.1%)
$195,000 + $285,000
$480,000
2012
$5,483 (+0.8%)
$178,000 + $259,000
$437,000
2011
$5,442 (+0.8%)
$178,000 + $259,000
$437,000
2010
$5,399 (+1.3%)
$178,000 + $259,000
$437,000
2009
$5,327 (−14.9%)
$178,000 + $259,000
$437,000
2008
$6,261
$178,000 + $259,000
$437,000
Tax history for 2044 Ridgeline Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,015 (+5.7%)
$402,486 + $337,379
$739,865
2024
$8,527 (+11.7%)
$394,595 + $330,764
$725,359
2023
$7,633 (−8.3%)
$386,858 + $324,279
$711,137
2022
$8,321 (+2.2%)
$379,273 + $317,921
$697,194
2021
$8,138 (+0.5%)
$371,837 + $311,688
$683,525
2020
$8,098 (+1.4%)
$364,547 + $305,577
$670,124
2019
$7,983 (+14.6%)
$360,810 + $302,444
$663,254
2018
$6,967 (−3.7%)
$353,736 + $296,514
$650,250
2017
$7,231 (+13.3%)
$245,004 + $355,255
$600,259
2016
$6,383 (+4.5%)
$245,004 + $355,255
$600,259
2015
$6,110 (+3.4%)
$213,000 + $312,000
$525,000
2014
$5,908 (+4.5%)
$195,000 + $285,000
$480,000
2013
$5,651 (+3.1%)
$195,000 + $285,000
$480,000
2012
$5,483 (+0.8%)
$178,000 + $259,000
$437,000
2011
$5,442 (+0.8%)
$178,000 + $259,000
$437,000
2010
$5,399 (+1.3%)
$178,000 + $259,000
$437,000
2009
$5,327 (−14.9%)
$178,000 + $259,000
$437,000
2008
$6,261
$178,000 + $259,000
$437,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,291 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1991
Sq. Ft.
2,667
Year built
1991
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
2195042900
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Parking Spaces: 3
# of Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 3
Garage Type: Attached
Non-Garage Parking: Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Optional Bedrooms: 1
Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15x15
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 15 x 16
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces(s): 1
Fireplace Information: Fireplace in Family Room
Interior Features
Equipment: Dishwasher, Disposal, Garage Door Opener, Range/Oven
Flooring: Carpet
Slab on Grade
Heating & Cooling
Heat Source: Natural Gas
Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
Laundry Information
Laundry Location: Laundry Room
Laundry Utilities: Other (See Remarks)
Room Information
Square Feet (Estimated): 2,667
Dining Room Dimensions: 12 x 11
Family Room Dimensions: 14 x 13
Kitchen Dimensions: 18 x 12
Living Room Dimensions: 16 x 12
Bedroom on Entry Level, Breakfast Area, Family Room, Formal Entry, Office, Optional Bedrooms
Exterior
Exterior Features
Construction: Stucco
Fencing: Partial
Building Information
Year Built: 1991
Roof: Concrete
Property Information
Residential Sub-Category: Detached
Residential Sub-Category: Detached
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor Record
Lot Information
Frontage: Canyon, Open Space
Lot Size: 4,000-7,499 Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor Record
Land Information
Topography: Level
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Connected
Water Information
Meter on Property
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,667
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,291 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1991
Year Renovated: 1991
County: San Diego County
APN: 2195042900
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Other
Listing Date Information
LVT Date: 2017-03-11
Off Market Status Date: 2017-03-27
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Lake Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi
7/10
Madison Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
3/10
Rancho Buena Vista High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
6/10
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