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$342,250
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3542 Ponderosa Drive

Oceanside, CA 92058
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths
square feet
1,625 Ft²
$686,317
RealtyHop Estimate
101.92%
Since May 1, 2013
National-US
Primary Model

About This Property

Wow this is a great house in an even better location. Quiet street, great neighborhood, close to everything, good schools, very close to the bike path along the river to the beach... Centrally located to all freeways, 5, 76,78,15. VA WELCOME! HIGH CEILINGS, great flow, large rooms, clean and move in ready. Large back yard, cute and easy front yard - just about as perfect as you can find. Neighborhoods: N/K Equipment:  Dryer,Garage Door Opener, Range/Oven, Washer Other Fees: 0 Sewer:  Sewer Connected Topography: LL
Unit Size
1,625 Ft²
Days on Market
55 days
Land Size
-
Price per sqft
$209
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1979

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Last updated: 4 months ago (SDMLS #130006082)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
May 8, 2025 Listed $875,000
Listed
Tucked into a quiet corner of the desirable Los Arbolitos community and surrounded by mature Ponderosa Pines, this charming single-story home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a lifestyle of comfort and convenience — with no HOA. Just under 6 miles from Oceanside Harbor and only three blocks from the San Luis Rey River Trail, the home is also within walking distance to Louise Foussat Elementary School. Inside, you’ll find upgraded flooring, stainless steel appliances, and an open living and dining area featuring a cozy fireplace and direct access to the spacious backyard. The outdoor space is perfect for entertaining, with a covered patio, turf lawn, play gym, drought-tolerant landscaping, and wrap-around concrete on both sides of the home — offering the perfect setup to add a custom BBQ area. The front yard has been newly landscaped with a low-water design for easy maintenance. Located just 15 minutes from Camp Pendleton’s main gate and close to shopping and major commuter routes, this delightful Oceanside home is move-in ready and a must-see!
Oct 3, 2019 Sold
Sold
Jun 13, 2019 Listed by Keller Williams Realty - Cbad $500,000
Listed by Keller Williams Realty - Cbad
Tucked in the corner of the Los Arbolitos Community, amongst the Ponderosa Pines, we bring you a delightful three bedroom 2 full bath home, just a little less than 6 miles to the Oceanside Harbor with (NO HOA) Conveniently, located, walking distance to the Louise Foussat Elementary School and three blocks to the San Luis Rey bike trail. This home features, upgraded floors, stainless appliances with a spacious back yard complete with play gym, covered patio, turf lawn and rockscape, wrap around concrete on both sides of the property, plenty of room to build your own built in BBQ area. Relax in front of the fire place in an open living room with formal dining room concept that opens to the backyard where the mature Jacaranda tree grows. The front yard has been re- landscaped with a low water landscape design. This home is a must see for you and your clientele. This home is located 15 minutes to the main Camp Pendleton gate and the entrance off of Vandegrift.
Apr 1, 2013 Sold
Sold
Feb 5, 2013 Listed by Realty Executives REALTORS $339,900
Listed by Realty Executives REALTORS

Property Highlights

Garage
Air Conditioning
Fireplace

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1979
  • Effective Year Built: 1979
  • Building Count: 1
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 0
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 0
  • Building Style: 0
  • Exterior Walls Type: 0
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 0
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 3
  • Parking Space Count: 2
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0
  • Location Influence Type: 000

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5,688
  • Total Building Area: 1,625
  • Building Area: 1,625
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 0
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,625
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: LOS ARBOLITOS ADD
  • Land Acres: 0000000131
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 11
  • Legal Description 1: LOT 55 TR 008781

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Oceanside Unified School District
  • School Tax School District: OCEANSIDE CITY
  • Census Tract: 018613

Zoning

  • Zoning: RS

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 008781
  • Subdivision Tract Number: 008781
  • Parcel: 158-302-29-00
  • Lot: 55
  • Municipality: CITY OF OCEANSIDE
  • Latitude: 33.2372
  • Longitude: -117.337

    Address

  • Full Address: 3542 Ponderosa Dr
  • Address - House Number: 3542
  • Address - Street Name: Ponderosa
  • Address - Suffix Type: Dr
  • State: CA
  • City Name: Oceanside
  • Carrier Code: C853
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1613
  • Zip Code: 92058

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $580,122
  • Initial Tax Delinquent Year: 2019
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 07-067

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1674
  • Valuation Date: Jan 27, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 78
  • Final Value: 797,967
  • High Value: 931,571
  • Low Value: 664,362

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $520,330
  • Assessed Land Value: $297,333
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $222,997

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Sep 05, 2019
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Oct 03, 2019
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 36
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 2019-0441554
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Sep 09, 2016
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Aug 12, 2016
  • Previous Sale Amount: $375,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 36
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 3542 Ponderosa Drive built and last sold?
The property at 3542 Ponderosa Drive was built in 1979 and last sold on Sep 5, 2019 for $495,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 3542 Ponderosa Drive is $848,516.
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