Seller's Agent in 2026
Doris Leighton
Excellence Leighton RE
(714) 325-8812
1 in this area
15 Total Sales
4334 Serena Ave Oceanside, CA 92056
Lake Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,405
Sq Ft
4,249
Sq Ft Lot Lot
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Fishing
- Lake View
- Rancho Buena Vista High School Rated A-
- Across the Road from Lake or Ocean
- Updated Kitchen
About This Home
As of May 2026Highly desirable location just 10 minutes to South Oceanside and Carlsbad beaches, with walking access to trails and Calavera Lake. Close to top beach restaurants, breweries, and attractions including Legoland (5 min), San Diego Zoo Safari Park (20 min), Del Mar Dog Beach, Del Mar Racetrack, concert venues, and sports facilities. Located in beautiful San Diego County, known for its ideal weather, surfing, and vibrant community. This fully renovated 3 bed, 2 bath home features new appliances, flooring, paint, tile, hardware, fireplace, garage upgrades, island, and custom cabinets. Includes a spacious primary suite with walk-in closet, a versatile atrium (perfect for playroom, gym, jacuzzi, or retreat), plus a backyard with lots of storage shed/workspace, welcoming patio, and a private golf putting area. Don’t miss out! Price Improvement for faster sale. This is not a Flip. Owners lived in the property many many years, it has been renovated for the sale.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Excellence Leighton RE Brokerage Phone: 714-325-8812 License #01911692 Listed on: 03/27/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1975
Lot Details
- 4,249 Sq Ft Lot
- Wood Fence
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
HOA Fees
- $140 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Parking Available
- Front Facing Garage
- Single Garage Door
- Driveway
Property Views
- Lake
- Mountain
- Hills
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,405 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Gas Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Atrium Windows
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Atrium Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Laminate Flooring
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Quartz Countertops
- Pots and Pans Drawers
- Self-Closing Drawers and Cabinet Doors
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Soaking Tub
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Additional Features
- Exterior Lighting
- Across the Road from Lake or Ocean
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 26
- Tax Tract Number 7978
- Assessor Parcel Number 1681702600
- $53 per year additional tax assessments
- Seller Considering Concessions
Community Details
Overview
- Vista Calavera Homeowners Association, Phone Number (760) 295-3723
- Vista Calavera Association
- Oceanside Subdivision
- Community Lake
- Military Land
- Foothills
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Fishing
- Park
- Dog Park
- Horse Trails
- Hiking Trails
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 27, 2026
Closed on
Apr 29, 2026
Sold by
Dexter Stephen and Michele Dexter
Bought by
Thomas Michael
Seller's Agent
Doris Leighton
Excellence Leighton RE
Buyer's Agent
Taylor Traynor
Real Brokerage Technologies
List Price
$985,000
Sold Price
$885,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-10.15%
Views
188
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-51.06%
Original Mortgage
$595,000
Outstanding Balance
$595,000
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$271,228
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 18, 2021
Sold by
Dexter Stephen W and Dexter Michele
Bought by
Dexter Stephen W and Dexter Michel
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 24, 1989
Bought by
Dexter Stephen W Michele
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 11, 1985
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | $135,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $96,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/18/2026 05/18/26 | Sold | $885,000 | -1.7% | $630 / Sq Ft |
| 04/17/2026 04/17/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/04/2026 04/04/26 | Price Changed | $899,999 | -8.6% | $641 / Sq Ft |
| 03/27/2026 03/27/26 | For Sale | $985,000 | -- | $701 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
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 | $2,834 | $253,205 | $53,851 | $199,354 |
| 2024 | $2,672 | $248,242 | $52,796 | $195,446 |
| 2023 | $2,606 | $243,375 | $51,761 | $191,614 |
| 2022 | $2,597 | $238,604 | $50,747 | $187,857 |
| 2021 | $2,539 | $233,926 | $49,752 | $184,174 |
| 2020 | $2,529 | $231,528 | $49,242 | $182,286 |
| 2019 | $2,491 | $226,989 | $48,277 | $178,712 |
| 2018 | $2,367 | $222,539 | $47,331 | $175,208 |
| 2017 | $2,322 | $218,176 | $46,403 | $171,773 |
| 2016 | $2,265 | $213,899 | $45,494 | $168,405 |
| 2015 | $2,256 | $210,687 | $44,811 | $165,876 |
| 2014 | $2,199 | $206,561 | $43,934 | $162,627 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Doris Leighton
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Taylor Traynor
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Taylor Traynor
Real Brokerage Technologies
(760) 908-2194
1 in this area
17 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: ND26067030
APN: 168-170-26
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