Welcome to Vista Dorada, one of Rancho San Diego’s most desirable neighborhoods! This beautifully remodeled single-level 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,934 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed living space on an elevated corner lot. A spacious 3-car garage and wide driveway provide ample room for parking and storage—an increasingly rare feature. The updated kitchen showcases granite countertops, a center island with wet sink, peninsula seating, all-new soft-close cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances including a gas cooktop. The home offers distinct living and family rooms, a cozy fireplace, formal dining area, and soaring ceilings. A custom built-in area adds versatility to the floor plan. Both bathrooms have been updated with granite counters, new cabinetry, and a walk-in shower with designer tile. Bedrooms are bright and generously sized, with new wood flooring, dual-pane windows, and quality finishes throughout. The backyard includes a covered patio and landscaped grounds, perfect for outdoor enjoyment. Conveniently located near top-rated schools, parks, and shopping. A great opportunity in a highly sought-after neighborhood.
Sold for $1,100,000
Listed by: Woodson Realty • David Woodson • Contact: 619-894-6609
Bought with: SD HOMES
$1,100,000
11478 Calle Simpson, El Cajon, CA 92019
3beds
1,934sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
9,679 Square Feet Lot
$1,107,800 Zestimate®
$569/sqft
$4,606 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,107,800
$1.02M - $1.21M
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Cozy fireplacePeninsula seatingLandscaped groundsNew wood flooringElevated corner lotSoaring ceilingsFormal dining area
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Listed by:
David Woodson DRE #00870711 619-894-6609,
Woodson Realty
Bought with:
Tiffany Mitrowke, DRE #01798358
SD HOMES
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PTP2503905
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Family Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office, Other, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Dual Sinks, Granite Counters, Remodeled, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Pots & Pan Drawers, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: 6 Burner Stove, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooking, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, See Remarks, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Doors: Mirrored Closet Door(s), Panel Doors, Sliding Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Plantation Shutters, Screens, Skylight(s)
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Starter
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,934 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Concrete, Door-Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Public, On Street, See Remarks
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Stairs
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Front
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Wood
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Excellent Condition,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canyon, Hills, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Valley
Lot
- Size: 9,679 Square Feet
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Corner Lot, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Level, Near Park, Near Public Transit, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinkler System, Street Level, Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 5022012000
- Zoning: RS1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Drywall, Concrete, Copper Plumbing
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled,Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Standard
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, See Remarks, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Park
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: El Cajon
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $569/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $481,992
- Annual tax amount: $6,555
- Date on market: 5/28/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Submit,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/27/2025 | Sold | $1,100,000-8.3%$569/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #PTP2503905 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2025 | Pending sale | $1,199,900$620/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #PTP2503905 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,199,900$620/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #PTP2503905 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,555 +0.9% | $481,992 +2% |
| 2024 | $6,498 +2.9% | $472,542 +2% |
| 2023 | $6,317 +2.1% | $463,277 +2% |
| 2022 | $6,187 +1.3% | $454,194 +2% |
| 2021 | $6,106 +1.6% | $445,289 +1% |
| 2020 | $6,007 +16.3% | $440,724 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,163 -10.8% | $432,084 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,788 +2% | $423,613 +2% |
| 2017 | $5,675 +4.3% | $415,308 +2% |
| 2016 | $5,442 +0.6% | $407,166 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,408 +1.8% | $401,051 +2% |
| 2014 | $5,312 | $393,196 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $391,420 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $383,746 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $376,222 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $373,411 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $374,299 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $366,960 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $359,765 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $352,712 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $345,797 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $339,017 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $332,804 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $326,279 +8.8% |
| 2001 | -- | $300,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Rancho San Diego
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Rancho San Diego Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Hillsdale Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10Valhalla High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Rancho San Diego
- Middle: Hillsdale
- High: Valhalla
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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