676 Merit Dr
Description
This desirable Vientos plan offers 4 bedrooms, + an additional bonus room upstairs, 3 baths, and unique features and upgrades that make it special. At the heart of the home is a bright kitchen with a light-colored quartz peninsula, tons of counter space, stainless steel appliances, and a built-in wine rack. The open layout of the downstairs seamlessly connects the kitchen to a spacious dining area and family room, which has been upgraded...BEAUTIFUL Home located in the gated community of Rancho Tesoro.
This desirable Vientos plan offers 4 bedrooms, + an additional bonus room upstairs, 3 baths, and unique features and upgrades that make it special. At the heart of the home is a bright kitchen with a light-colored quartz peninsula, tons of counter space, stainless steel appliances, and a built-in wine rack. The open layout of the downstairs seamlessly connects the kitchen to a spacious dining area and family room, which has been upgraded with a beautiful gas fireplace. Downstairs offers a large bedroom/home office, a custom built-in bookshelf/cabinet for storage, a mudroom, and a full bath.
Upstairs, the home offers incredible unobstructed views of mountains and the community’s park and pool, filling the house with tons of natural light and making its location desirable in the community. These breathtaking views fill the luxurious master suite bedroom, which has a soaking tub, a walk-in tiled shower, two separate sinks, and a huge walk-in closet. These views also fill the upstairs loft, which has a custom floor-to-ceiling built-in shelf (this space could easily be enclosed into a 5th bedroom). Also upstairs are two bedrooms, a full bath, and a large laundry room with tons of storage. The home has numerous upgrades, including board-and-batten wall paneling, designer carpeting, high-end tile flooring, elegant window coverings (wood shutters), and custom mirror frames made of walnut in the master and downstairs bathrooms, all of which make the home charming. It is also equipped with whole-house water and reverse osmosis drinking filtration systems and solar panels that keep energy costs low. The garage features a tankless water heater and ample storage. The private backyard is upgraded with turf, pavers, gas fireplace and mature olive tree.
Rancho Tesoro Community amenities include a pool, cabanas, BBQs, a playground, and hiking trails just right outside the gate. This property can apply for an intra-district transfer to Double Peak for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade. Don’t miss this dream home—it won’t last long!
Listing Agents
![Randall Parkes]()
randall.parkes@compass.comP: (760)-814-7259
![Heather Parkes]()
heather.parkes@compass.comP: (619)-851-8266
Property Details for 676 Merit Drive
Property Details for 676 Merit Drive
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | ND24162481 |
| Days on Market | 8 |
| Taxes | - |
| HOA Fees | $248 / month |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 2017 |
| Lot Size | 0.39 AC / 17,024 SF |
| County | San Diego County |
Location
Sold By Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty, Brandon White, DRE #01864163
Building Information for 676 Merit Drive
Payment Calculator
$8,082 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
$6,360
$1,474
$248
Property Information for 676 Merit Drive
- Pets Allowed: Call For Rules
- Current Financing: Conventional
- 433a Certified: No
- Tax Tract Number: 26
- Tax Census Tract: 200.44
- CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $2,626
- Tax Lot: 26
- Accessibility Features: Doors - Swing In
- Disability Access: Doors - Swing In
- Association Amenities: Pool, Fire Pit, Barbecue, Outdoor Cooking Area, Picnic Area, Playground
- Assessments YN: Yes
- Assessments: Special Assessments, CFD/Mello-Roos
- Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Fishing, Foothills, Hiking, Lake, Horse Trails, Park, Mountainous, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights
- Number Of Units In Community: 215
- Complex Name: Rancho Tesoro Association - Prescott Communities
- Complex Features: Horse Trails
- Association Name: Rancho Tesoro Association - Prescott Communities
- Association Phone: 760-634-4700
- Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, High Efficiency Water Heater, Instant Hot Water, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
- Equipment: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Gas Oven, Gas Range
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage
- Room Type: Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Loft, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office, Walk-In Closet
- Main Level Bathrooms: 1
- Main Level Bedrooms: 1
- Room Bathroom Features: Shower, Shower in Tub, Closet in bathroom, Double Sinks in Primary Bath, Separate tub and shower, Soaking Tub, Walk-in shower
- Bedroom Features: WalkInCloset
- Room Kitchen Features: Built-in Trash/Recycling, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Stone Counters
- Eating Area: Dining Room, In Kitchen
- Water Heater Features: Gas, Instant Hot Water, Tankless
- Water Heater Type: Gas, Tankless, Instant Hot Water, High Eff. Water Heater
- Laundry: Yes
- Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Upper Level, Washer Hookup
- Laundry Location: Gas, Washer Hookup
- Laundry Utilities: Gas, Washer Hookup
- Fireplace Features: Gas
- Fireplace Rooms: Gas
- Fireplace: Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
- Heat Source: Natural Gas
- Heating: Natural Gas
- Floor Coverings: Carpet, Tile
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Door Features: Sliding Doors
- Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Screens, Shutters
- Security Features: Fire and Smoke Detection System, Fire Sprinkler System, Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
- Security: Gated Community, Fire/Smoke Detection Sys
- Construction Materials: Stucco
- Exterior Construction: Stucco
- Exterior: Stucco
- Roof: Spanish Tile
- Entry Location: 1
- Fence: Yes
- Fence: Vinyl
- Fencing: Vinyl
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Structures: Foothills, Mountainous, Storm Drains
- Structure Type: House
- Other Structures: Foothills, Mountainous, Storm Drains
- Property Condition: Turnkey
- Miscellaneous: Foothills, Mountainous, Storm Drains
- Patio: Yes
- Patio And Porch Features: Porch
- Pool Features: Community
- Pool: Community/Common
- Pool Heat: Community/Common
- Green Energy Generation: Solar
- Sign on Property: Yes
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Sprinkler System, Zero Lot Line
- Lease Considered: No
- Direction Faces: South
- Number Of Units: 215
- Available For Lease: No
- Land Lease: No
- Land Lease Type: Fee
- Sprinklers: Yes
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Road Frontage Type: City Street
- Levels: Two
- Water: Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer, Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Phone Connected, Sewer Available, Water Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Utilities: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Phone Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
- Electric: Standard
- Water Source: Public
- Number Remotes: 2
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Yes
- Parking Garage: Door Opener, Driveway, Garage - 1 Car, Public
- Parking Non-Garage: Garage - Single Door, Garage Door Opener
- Parking Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Garage: Garage - Single Door, Garage Door Opener
- Carport Spaces: 0
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Single Door, Garage Door Opener, Public
- Architectural Style: Mediterranean/Spanish
- Residential Styles: Detached
- Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls
Property History for 676 Merit Drive
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2024 | Sold SDMLS #ND24162481 | $1,305,000 | — |
| Sep 16, 2024 | Sold CLAW #ND24162481MR | $1,305,000 | — |
| Sep 16, 2024 | Sold CRMLS #ND24162481 | $1,305,000 | — |
| Sep 11, 2024 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1540673146 | $1,305,000 | +9.3% / yr |
| Aug 16, 2024 | Pending CRMLS #ND24162481 | — | |
| Aug 16, 2024 | Pending CLAW #ND24162481MR | — | |
| Aug 16, 2024 | Pending SDMLS #ND24162481 | — | |
| Aug 8, 2024 | Listed (Active) CLAW #ND24162481MR | $1,270,000 | — |
| Aug 8, 2024 | Listed (Active) CRMLS #ND24162481 | $1,270,000 | — |
| Aug 1, 2024 | Listed (Active) SDMLS #ND24162481 | $1,270,000 | — |
| Dec 19, 2017 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #612460257 | $715,500 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 09/16/2024 | Sold SDMLS #ND24162481 | $1,305,000 |
| 09/16/2024 | Sold CLAW #ND24162481MR | $1,305,000 |
| 09/16/2024 | Sold CRMLS #ND24162481 | $1,305,000 |
| 09/11/2024 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1540673146 | $1,305,000 +9.3% / yr |
| 08/16/2024 | Pending CRMLS #ND24162481 | — |
| 08/16/2024 | Pending CLAW #ND24162481MR | — |
| 08/16/2024 | Pending SDMLS #ND24162481 | — |
| 08/08/2024 | Listed (Active) CLAW #ND24162481MR | $1,270,000 |
| 08/08/2024 | Listed (Active) CRMLS #ND24162481 | $1,270,000 |
| 08/01/2024 | Listed (Active) SDMLS #ND24162481 | $1,270,000 |
| 12/19/2017 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #612460257 | $715,500 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 676 Merit Drive
Schools near 676 Merit Drive
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Charter - | K to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Discovery Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
San Elijo Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Mission Hills High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Pivot Charter School - San Diego II CharterK to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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