$560,000
SOLD JAN 17, 2025

3505 Driftwood Place Oceanside, CA 92056

Lake Neighborhood
2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,000 Sq Ft
1,698 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$560 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Coastline Views
  • In Ground Pool
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Calavera Hills Elementary Rated A
  • Crown Molding
  • Living Room

About This Home

As of January 2025

Nestled in a highly sought-after community, this inviting 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers the perfect balance of comfort and convenience. The spacious upstairs features a generous primary bedroom with ample closet space and a large, full bath, while the downstairs includes a convenient half bath for guests. Natural light pours in through large windows, highlighting the new vinyl flooring throughout, including new ceiling fans, recessed lighting, and elegant crown molding. From the living room you can enjoy stunning sunset views that will make every evening feel special. As you step outside you will discover a peaceful, open grass area just steps from your front door with room to roam. This home also includes a one-car garage and an additional parking space. As part of a well-maintained community, you'll have access to two refreshing pools and a playground. Plus, you’re within minutes of beautiful Lake Calavera, a popular destination for hiking, and only 15 minutes from the beach. This home is located within the Carlsbad School District. Priced to sell, don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to own a charming, low-maintenance home in one of Oceanside’s most desirable locations!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Stacey Torres

Hearthstone Homes Brokerage Phone: 909-641-2526 License #02002811 Listed on: 12/04/2024

Co-Listed By

Tiffany Nava

Hearthstone Homes Brokerage Phone: 909-641-2526 License #02096927

Last Buyer's Agent

John Zhang

KAM Financial Realty License #02076808

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • 1,698 Sq Ft Lot
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
  • Property is zoned R1

HOA Fees

  • $338 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Single Garage Door
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Lot

Property Views

  • Coastline
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Planned Development

Interior Spaces

  • 1,000 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Vinyl Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • All Upper Level Bedrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Additional Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Suburban Location
  • Central Heating

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 53
  • Tax Tract Number 7427
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1681207200
  • $38 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • Bay Shores South Association, Phone Number (760) 941-2443
  • Full Circle Management HOA
  • Oceanside Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool
  • Park

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$338 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, and shed on back patio.
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name Other: Oceanside
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: R1
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 1681207200
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1000.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Recessed Lighting
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Eating Area: Dining Room
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 560.00
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Up, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower In Tub

Exterior Features

  • View: Coastline, Park/Greenbelt
  • Pool Features: Community, In Ground
  • Pool Private: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved, Garage, Garage - Single Door, Garage Door Opener, Parking Space
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, In Closet, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pool, Playground, Management
  • Association Fee: 338.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Bay Shores South
  • Phone: 760-941-2443
  • Senior Community: No
  • Common Interest: Planned Development
  • Community Features: Park, Sidewalks, Suburban
  • Association Management: Full Circle Management

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1698.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0390

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 1698.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 215

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 198.05
  • Tax Lot: 53
  • Tax Tract Number: 7427
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 38.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 4, 2024
Closed on
Dec 26, 2024
Sold by
Santoro Angelina and Harrington Jerry
Bought by
An Xu and Hsu Ting-Jung
Seller's Agent
Stacey Torres
Hearthstone Homes
Buyer's Agent
John Zhang
KAM Financial Realty
List Price
$555,000
Sold Price
$560,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.9%
Views
14
Current Estimated Value
$575,333

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$15,333
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.92%
Original Mortgage
$539,980
Outstanding Balance
$536,143
Interest Rate
6.69%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$39,190

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 1, 2021
Closed on
Sep 27, 2021
Sold by
Zillow Homes Property Trust
Bought by
Harrington Jerry and Santoro Angelina
Seller's Agent
Justin Tye
Active Realty Inc
List Price
$479,200
Sold Price
$460,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,200
-4.01%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.16%
Original Mortgage
$446,200
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 1, 2021
Closed on
Aug 16, 2021
Sold by
Wild Benjamin D and Wild Renee E
Bought by
Zillow Homes Property Trust
Seller's Agent
Justin Tye
Active Realty Inc
List Price
$479,200
Sold Price
$460,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,200
-4.01%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$446,200
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 29, 2018
Sold by
Wild Benjamin D
Bought by
Wild Benjamin D and Wild Renee E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$216,000
Interest Rate
4.44%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 19, 2004
Sold by
Gomez Gregorio and Gomez Maribel
Bought by
Wild Benjamin D and Wild Heather L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$228,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 11, 2002
Sold by
Beers Robert J and Beers Christine H
Bought by
Gomez Gregorio and Gomez Maribel

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$152,506
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 1999
Sold by
Findlay Russell E
Bought by
Beers Robert J and Beers Christine H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$101,875
Interest Rate
7.95%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 1998
Sold by
Va
Bought by
Findlay Russell E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$54,525
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 1998
Sold by
Findlay Kim W
Bought by
Findlay Russell E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$54,525
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 25, 1998
Sold by
Norwest Mtg Inc
Bought by
Va

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 11, 1998
Sold by
Nowakowski John S
Bought by
Norwest Mtg Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 1988
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $560,000 Ticor Title Company
Grant Deed $560,000 Ticor Title Company
Grant Deed $460,000 Zillow Closing & Escrow Svcs
Grant Deed $479,500 Zillow Closing Services
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title
Grant Deed $290,000 Commonwealth Land Title Co
Individual Deed $155,000 Equity Title
Grant Deed $103,000 American Title Co
Deed $62,000 First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title
Deed -- First Southwestern Title Co
Trustee Deed $81,765 First Southwestern Title Co
Deed $69,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $539,980 VA
Closed $539,980 VA
Previous Owner $446,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $216,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $228,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $152,506 FHA
Previous Owner $101,875 FHA
Previous Owner $54,525 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/17/2025 01/17/25 Sold $560,000 0.0% $560 / Sq Ft
12/27/2024 12/27/24 Price Changed $560,000 +0.9% $560 / Sq Ft
12/09/2024 12/09/24 Pending -- -- --
12/04/2024 12/04/24 For Sale $555,000 +20.7% $555 / Sq Ft
10/05/2021 10/05/21 Sold $460,000 -4.0% $460 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/10/2021 09/10/21 Pending -- -- --
09/01/2021 09/01/21 For Sale $479,200 -- $479 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

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 $5,048 $488,155 $397,953 $90,202
2024 $5,048 $478,584 $390,150 $88,434
2023 $5,020 $469,200 $382,500 $86,700
2022 $4,956 $460,000 $375,000 $85,000
2021 $4,211 $380,903 $197,019 $183,884
2020 $3,941 $355,000 $180,000 $175,000
2019 $3,946 $355,000 $180,000 $175,000
2018 $3,639 $335,000 $170,000 $165,000
2017 $3,272 $300,000 $153,000 $147,000
2016 $2,779 $260,000 $133,000 $127,000
2015 $2,596 $240,000 $123,000 $117,000
2014 $2,497 $230,000 $118,000 $112,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SW24243917

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 168-120-72