NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3305 Lightning Rd Borrego Springs, CA 92004

Estimated Value: $487,000 - $596,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,001 Sq Ft
$270/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 30, 2024

Last sale price $520,000 $260 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,223/month

37 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Fireplace
  • Laundry closet
  • Level Lot

About This Home

As of March 2024

A spark of magic on Lightning Road! You'll be captivated by panoramic views at this 3 bdrm, 2 bath home that provides a star-gazing deck, handicapped accessible features, owned solar, 4 patios, circular driveway, lap pool and outdoor fireplace. The 1.1 acre is peaceful and it's the only house on the street. The ample solar array often pays the winter season utility bill, the lap pool includes a handicapped lift, most of the patios are walled and two are covered. Inside, the living room has a soaring ceiling and fireplace near the open-concept kitchen with large breakfast island. There are Saltillo and other tile floors throughout and 4 ceiling fans. The primary suite is large and features a walk/roll-in shower with two heads and ample closet storage. The 3rd bdrm can easily function as a family room with three closets, large built-in shelf unit and w/d. Heating and cooling are provided by a central heat pump air conditioner as well as mini-split units and a newer swamp cooler. There is a plug-in and transfer switch for an emergency generator as well as a 30AMP power supply for the RV pad. A fenced, tiled breezeway connects the home to a good-sized garage with utility sink, second refrigerator, workbench and cabinets. A Tuff shed for extra storage completes this beautiful and bewitching property! Inside, the living room has a soaring ceiling and fireplace near the open-concept kitchen with large breakfast island. There are Saltillo and other tile floors throughout and 4 ceiling fans. The primary suite is large and features a walk/roll-in shower with two heads and ample closet storage. The 3rd bdrm can easily function as a family room with three closets, a large built-in shelf unit and w/d. Heating and cooling are provided by a central heat pump air conditioner as well as mini-split units and a newer swamp cooler. There is a plug-in and transfer switch for an emergency generator as well as a 30AMP power supply for the RV pad. A fenced, tiled breezeway connects the home to a good-sized garage with utility sink, second refrigerator, workbench and cabinets. A Tuff shed for extra storage completes this beautiful and bewitching property!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

David Cragoe

Road Runner Realty License #01521474 Listed on: 01/20/2024

Co-Listed By

Patty Cragoe

Road Runner Realty License #01406908

Last Buyer's Agent

David Cragoe

Road Runner Realty License #01521474 Listed on: 01/20/2024

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,457

Year Built

  • Built in 1981

Lot Details

  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Clay Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 2,001 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Full Size Washer or Dryer
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • In Ground Pool

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Heat Pump System
  • Separate Water Meter
  • Septic System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 198-214-01-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,457

Year Built

Built in 1981

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Detached
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Market Area: North County
  • Cross Street: West Star
  • Neighborhood: Unit F
  • Supplement: Inside, the living room has a soaring ceiling and fireplace near the open-concept kitchen with large breakfast island. There are Saltillo and other tile floors throughout and 4 ceiling fans. The primary suite is large and features a walk/roll-in shower with two heads and ample closet storage. The 3rd bdrm can easily function as a family room with three closets, a large built-in shelf unit and w/d. Heating and cooling are provided by a central heat pump air conditioner as well as mini-split units and a newer swamp cooler. There is a plug-in and transfer switch for an emergency generator as well as a 30AMP power supply for the RV pad. A fenced, tiled breezeway connects the home to a good-sized garage with utility sink, second refrigerator, workbench and cabinets. A Tuff shed for extra storage completes this beautiful and bewitching property!
  • LP / Sq Ft: 269.37
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 259.87
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 259.87
  • Stories: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1981
  • A D U Yes No: No
  • Allow Comments Review: Yes
  • Internet Address Field: Full Address
  • Internet Syndication Y N: Yes
  • Keyword1: 1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Searchable Rooms: Bedroom Entry Level
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 14x16
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Laundry Location: Closet Full Sized
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2001
  • Total Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Stucco
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Pool: Below Ground
  • Roof: Tile/Clay

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Non Garage Parking: Driveway
  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Parking Spaces Total: 6

Utilities

  • Cooling: Heat Pump(s), Wall/Window
  • Laundry Utilities: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic: Septic Installed
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Heating: Fireplace, Forced Air Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community: BORREGO SPRINGS

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 1+ to 2 AC
  • Topography: Level
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 198-214-01-00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 20, 2024
Closed on
Mar 4, 2024
Sold by
Start Living Trust
Bought by
Carber Robert Knox and Long Nancy Katherine
Seller's Agent
David Cragoe
Road Runner Realty
Buyer's Agent
David Cragoe
Road Runner Realty
List Price
$539,000
Sold Price
$520,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-3.53%
Views
47
Current Estimated Value
$539,526

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$19,526
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.39%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 17, 2018
Sold by
Start Anthony J and Start Randall C
Bought by
Start Anthony J and Start Randall C

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 25, 2017
Closed on
Oct 31, 2017
Sold by
Parmer Harry P and Parmer Sally S
Bought by
Start Anthony J and Start Randall C
Seller's Agent
Kathy King
Coldwell Banker Borrego
Buyer's Agent
Kathleen Carson
Road Runner Realty
List Price
$392,000
Sold Price
$365,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$27,000
-6.89%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.10%
Original Mortgage
$292,000
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 7, 2017
Sold by
Parmer Harry P and Parmer Sally S
Bought by
Parmer Harry P and Parmer Sally S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 7, 2015
Sold by
Parmer Harry P
Bought by
Parmer Harry P and Drumm Sally S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 2011
Sold by
Parmer Barbara J
Bought by
Parmer Harry P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$301,342
Interest Rate
4.06%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 2011
Sold by
Carroll Merwyn A and Carroll Corrine A
Bought by
Parmer Harry P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$301,342
Interest Rate
4.06%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2004
Sold by
Baetz Ronald L and Fitzpatrick David B
Bought by
Carroll Merwyn A and Carroll Corrine A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 19, 2001
Sold by
Baetz Ronald L and Fitzpatrick David B
Bought by
Baetz Ronald L and Fitzpatrick David B

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 24, 1999
Sold by
Berry George M & Joanne E Family Trust
Bought by
Baetz Ronald L and Fitzpatrick David B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Interest Rate
6.96%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 1987

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 8, 1985
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Carber Robert Knox $520,000 Stewart Title Of California
Start Anthony J -- None Available
Start Anthony J $365,000 Lawyers Title Company
Parmer Harry P -- Fidelity Natl Title Co Sd
Parmer Harry P -- None Available
Parmer Harry P -- Chicago Title Company
Parmer Harry P $295,000 Chicago Title Company
Carroll Merwyn A $400,000 First American Title
Baetz Ronald L -- --
Baetz Ronald L $200,000 Benefit Land Title Company
-- $118,000 --
-- $105,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Start Anthony J $292,000
Previous Owner Parmer Harry P $301,342
Previous Owner Baetz Ronald L $160,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/30/2024 03/30/24 Sold $520,000 -3.5% $260 / Sq Ft
02/27/2024 02/27/24 Pending -- -- --
02/26/2024 02/26/24 For Sale $539,000 0.0% $269 / Sq Ft
02/01/2024 02/01/24 Pending -- -- --
01/20/2024 01/20/24 For Sale $539,000 +47.7% $269 / Sq Ft
12/19/2017 12/19/17 Sold $365,000 -6.9% $182 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/27/2017 10/27/17 Pending -- -- --
07/25/2017 07/25/17 For Sale $392,000 -- $196 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $4,457 $530,399 $167,111 $363,288
2024 $4,457 $407,160 $128,283 $278,877
2023 $4,364 $399,177 $125,768 $273,409
2022 $4,300 $391,351 $123,302 $268,049
2021 $4,225 $383,679 $120,885 $262,794
2020 $4,212 $379,746 $119,646 $260,100
2019 $3,915 $372,300 $117,300 $255,000
2018 $3,837 $365,000 $115,000 $250,000
2017 $2,033 $319,263 $91,990 $227,273
2016 $1,995 $313,004 $90,187 $222,817
2015 $1,959 $308,304 $88,833 $219,471
2014 $1,905 $302,265 $87,093 $215,172
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • David Cragoe

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    David Cragoe

    Road Runner Realty

    (619) 741-6400

    174 in this area

    224 Total Sales

    David Cragoe
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024

    Patty Cragoe

    Road Runner Realty

    (619) 742-6165

    150 in this area

    193 Total Sales

    Patty Cragoe
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    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Kathy King

    Coldwell Banker Borrego

    (760) 310-1065

    143 in this area

    198 Total Sales

    Kathy King
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    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Kathleen Carson

    Road Runner Realty

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 240001558

San Diego MLS

APN: 198-214-01

California San Diego County Borrego Springs 92004

3305 Lightning Rd, Borrego Springs, CA

This home is located at 3305 Lightning Rd, Borrego Springs, CA 92004 since 20 January 2024 and is currently estimated at $539,526, approximately $269 per square foot. This property was built in 1981. 3305 Lightning Rd is a home located in San Diego County with nearby schools including Borrego Springs Elementary School, Borrego Springs Middle School, and Borrego Springs High School.

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