NOT LISTED FOR SALE

524 Ford Ave Solana Beach, CA 92075

Estimated Value: $3,894,000 - $4,218,000

4 Beds
5 Baths
3,831 Sq Ft
$1,046/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 08, 2025

Last sale price $3,925,000 $1,025 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $21,859/month

201 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Parking available for a boat
  • Wine Cellar
  • Skyline Elementary School Rated A
  • Greenhouse
  • Home Theater

About This Home

As of December 2025

What a remarkable find! Nestled west of I-5 in the prestigious and highly coveted Olde Solana Beach neighborhood, this rare and expansive estate sits on an impressive 28,700 sq. ft. lot. Enjoy breathtaking easterly views of sunrises and distant mountains, along with charming peek-a-boo ocean views from the front of the property. Step inside to soaring, wood-beamed vaulted ceilings on the upper level, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere filled with natural light. Originally remodeled in 2012, the home strikes a perfect balance between timeless charm and modern sophistication. The gourmet island kitchen is a chef’s dream, equipped with premium appliances and a cozy breakfast nook — an ideal space to savor your morning coffee or tea. A formal dining room offers sweeping views of the estate grounds, setting the stage for unforgettable dinner parties and celebrations. The kitchen and living room flow seamlessly to expansive multi-level decks, complete with retractable awnings and a built-in sound system — perfect for enjoying Southern California’s indoor-outdoor lifestyle. On the main level, you'll find a versatile room that can serve as a guest bedroom or home office. Downstairs, the luxurious primary suite is complemented by two additional ensuite bedrooms and a bonus room. Sustainable living meets resort-style luxury with fully owned solar panels and a solar-heated, saltwater pool featuring natural boulders, a water slide, spa, and outdoor bar area complete with pool bath. The beautifully landscaped grounds are a retreat of their own, with meandering pathways that lead to a gazebo, walking bridge, greenhouse, and garden ready for planting. Enjoy a bounty of fresh citrus from your private orchard, including lemon, lime, orange, tangelo, and tangerine trees. Ideally located near top-rated schools, Fletcher Cove Beach, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, the San Elijo Lagoon, shopping, dining, entertainment, and the train station — everything you need is just minutes away. With ample space for an ADU, sports court, or additional parking via a convenient side driveway, this one-of-a-kind property offers privacy, versatility, and endless potential. Welcome to your forever home in Solana Beach — where coastal elegance meets everyday comfort.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kathy Angello

Compass Brokerage Email: kathy.angello@compass.com License #01234973 Listed on: 04/08/2025

Compass

Co-Listed By

Kathy Angello

Compass Brokerage Email: kathy.angello@compass.com License #00363809

Last Buyer's Agent

Maria Corbisiero

Compass License #02092247

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1993

Lot Details

  • 0.66 Acre Lot
  • Fenced
  • Fence is in excellent condition
  • Drip System Landscaping
  • Secluded Lot
  • Gentle Sloping Lot
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Private Yard
  • Lawn
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is zoned R1

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 6 Open Parking Spaces
  • Parking Available
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Two Garage Doors
  • Driveway
  • Parking available for a boat
  • RV Access or Parking

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Panoramic
  • Peek-A-Boo
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,831 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Formal Entry
  • Wine Cellar
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Home Theater
  • Home Office
  • Bonus Room
  • Home Gym
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Double Oven
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom Retreat
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dressing Area

Pool

  • Saltwater Pool
  • Waterfall Pool Feature
  • In Ground Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting
  • Greenhouse
  • Gazebo
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Outdoor Grill

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • No Heating
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Water Softener

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Tract Number 2829
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2631820400
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1993

Lot Details

0.66 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: R1
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 2631820400
  • Year Built: 1993
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 3831.00
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Primary Retreat
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1095.01
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Dressing Area, Exercise Room, Family Room, Formal Entry, Foyer, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite, Media Room, Office, Walk-In Closet, Wine Cellar
  • Spa Features: In Ground, Private

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Gazebo, Greenhouse, Workshop
  • View: Mountain(s), Ocean, Panoramic, Peek-A-Boo
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Excellent Condition
  • Pool Features: Heated, Salt Water, Solar Heat, Waterfall
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Composition
  • Spa: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Boat, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Two Door, RV Access/Parking
  • Total Parking Spaces: 8.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 6.00

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: No
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Barbecue, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Water Softener
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Street Lights

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Lawn, Lot 20000-39999 Sqft, Near Public Transit, Secluded, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers Drip System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers Timer, Walkstreet, Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 28700.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.6589

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 28700.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Tract Number: 002829

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 8, 2025
Closed on
Oct 29, 2025
Sold by
Thomas Albert Ralphs 4-S Ranch Trust and Ralphs Thomas Albert
Bought by
Marcus Moliteus Trust and Moliteus
Seller's Agent
Kathy Angello
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Maria Corbisiero
Compass
List Price
$4,500,000
Sold Price
$3,925,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$575,000
-12.78%
Views
155
Current Estimated Value
$4,005,411

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$80,411
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.80%
Original Mortgage
$3,140,000
Outstanding Balance
$3,136,485
Interest Rate
5.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$868,926

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 16, 2022
Sold by
Thomas Albert 4-S Ranch Trust
Bought by
Thomas Albert Ralphs 4-S Ranch Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$3,000,000
Interest Rate
4.55%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2007
Sold by
Ralphs Thomas A
Bought by
Ralphs Thomas Albert

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 18, 2003
Sold by
Ralphs Thomas A
Bought by
Ralphs Thomas A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$630,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Marcus Moliteus Trust $3,925,000 Lawyers Title Company
Thomas Albert Ralphs 4-S Ranch Trust -- First American Title
Ralphs Thomas Albert -- California Title Company
Ralphs Thomas A -- Fidelity National Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Marcus Moliteus Trust $3,140,000
Previous Owner Thomas Albert Ralphs 4-S Ranch Trust $3,000,000
Previous Owner Ralphs Thomas A $630,000
Closed Ralphs Thomas A $366,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/08/2025 12/08/25 Sold $3,925,000 0.0% $1,025 / Sq Ft
10/26/2025 10/26/25 Pending -- -- --
09/15/2025 09/15/25 Off Market $3,925,000 -- --
08/01/2025 08/01/25 Price Changed $4,195,000 -3.6% $1,095 / Sq Ft
06/06/2025 06/06/25 Price Changed $4,350,000 -3.3% $1,135 / Sq Ft
04/08/2025 04/08/25 For Sale $4,500,000 -- $1,175 / 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 $9,478 $837,065 $366,396 $470,669
2024 $9,478 $820,653 $359,212 $461,441
2023 $9,286 $804,563 $352,169 $452,394
2022 $9,148 $788,788 $345,264 $443,524
2021 $8,998 $773,323 $338,495 $434,828
2020 $8,925 $765,395 $335,025 $430,370
2019 $8,766 $750,388 $328,456 $421,932
2018 $8,595 $735,675 $322,016 $413,659
2017 $8,443 $721,251 $315,702 $405,549
2016 $7,959 $707,110 $309,512 $397,598
2015 $7,833 $696,489 $304,863 $391,626
2014 $7,669 $682,847 $298,892 $383,955
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: NDP2503377

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 263-182-04

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