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#PTP2504519, Abraham Vargas-Campos, Listing office: NewJourney Real Estate Group
#OC25103291·
Listing office: Universal Elite Inc.·
Listing agent: Eloisa Sultan·
Listing office phone: 858-519-7305
$865,000 List price
3542 Ponderosa Dr Oceanside, CA 92058
3 beds
2 full
1,625 sqft
0.1 acres
$532 / sqft
House
Property details
About 3542 Ponderosa Dr
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. Newly Installed Central AC unit. Only 5 miles to Oceanside beach and pier. 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!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Whole House Fan
Size1,625 sqft
Lot size0.1306 Acres
Year built1979
ParkingDoor-Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, One Space
MLS #OC25103291
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceLiving Room
ViewNeighborhood
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Range, Microwave
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Down
- Fireplace: Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Door-Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, One Space
- View: Neighborhood
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air, Whole House Fan
- List Price: $865,000
- Price/SqFt: $532
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $5,985
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: 6 E, to Douglas turn left, to Pala Left to Fredricks Right, First right then right again
- Year Built: 1979
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,625 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.1306 Acres
- MLS Number: OC25103291
- MLS Name: CRMLS
- Office Name: Universal Elite Inc.
- Office Phone: (858) 519-7305
- Listing Agent: Eloisa Sultan
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 03, 2019 | Home Sold | $495,000 |
| Sep 09, 2016 | Home Sold | $375,000 |
| Mar 20, 2013 | Home Sold | $342,500 |
| Oct 01, 2008 | Home Sold | $315,000 |
| Jan 07, 2005 | Home Sold | $445,000 |
| Feb 23, 1994 | Home Sold | $142,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $530,735 | $5,985 |
| 2023 | $520,330 | $5,801 |
| 2022 | $510,128 | $5,635 |
| 2021 | $500,127 | $5,656 |
| 2020 | $495,000 | $5,481 |
| 2019 | $390,148 | $4,303 |
| 2018 | $382,499 | $4,303 |
| 2017 | $375,000 | $4,224 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Foussat Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•3800 Pala Rd
4
San Luis Rey Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•3535 Hacienda Dr
3
Nichols Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•4250 Old Grove Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $91,026. The majority of Oceanside, CA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
7%
<35k
54%
35k-100k
39%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
30%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
35%
Married, No Kids
25%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
28%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Soccer
Symphony or Opera
Hiking/backpacking
Where do the neighbors shop?
Burlington
Chico's
Nordstrom Rack
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Wingstop
Boston Market
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Nissan
Volvo
Mazda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Christian Adult Contemporary
Talk/Personality
Rock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 3542 Ponderosa Dr
The listing price of 3542 Ponderosa Dr property is $865,000.
The property 3542 Ponderosa Dr is a house located in Oceanside, California, 92058.
Active Listing: 3542 Ponderosa Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 3542 Ponderosa Dr are: Foussat Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), San Luis Rey Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Nichols Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Scholarship Preparatory - Oceanside (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Cesar Chavez Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), King Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), El Camino High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Pacific View Charter (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Coastal Academy Charter (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $5,985 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 3, 2019 for $495,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 3542 Ponderosa Dr has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 3542 Ponderosa Dr is 1,625 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 3542 Ponderosa Dr is 1979.
This home is located at 3542 Ponderosa Dr in Oceanside, CA and zip code 92058 in the San Luis Rey neighborhood. This 1,625 square foot home, which was built in 1979, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $865,000.
Over 24 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Oceanside, CA. In the same period over 37 listings were sold below the listed price and 25 listings were sold for the listed price. In June 2025 in Oceanside, CA there were 4.9% more homes for sale than in May. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 30 days, the median list price was $830,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.