New Price Enhancement!!! Motivated Seller!1 Welcome to Costa Serena – A Tranquil 55+ Hillside Retreat Nestled in the desirable senior community of Costa Serena, this beautifully maintained home offers peaceful hillside and mountain views, along with a host of thoughtful upgrades designed for comfort, efficiency, and easy living. Enjoy the best of Southern California’s indoor-outdoor lifestyle with both front and rear patios, complete with French drains, a custom patio cover, and a retractable awning—ideal for morning coffee or sunset dinners. The spacious garage is a dream for hobbyists or storage lovers, featuring custom cabinetry, a built-in workshop, an EV charger, and an additional shed. Inside, the home is move-in ready with fresh paint, smart light switches, a luxurious Toto toilet, smart appliances, and a smart thermostat to keep your space comfortable and energy-efficient year-round. The guest room includes a Murphy bed for added versatility, while key systems like the HVAC, tankless water heater, and roof (just 2 years old!) ensure peace of mind. Security cameras and annual plumbing/HVAC inspections add an extra layer of comfort and confidence. Located in a quiet, friendly neighborhood just 10 minutes from the beach and moments from shopping and major freeways—this is coastal living with convenience and community. Welcome to Costa Serena – A Tranquil 55+ Hillside Retreat Nestled in the desirable senior community of Costa Serena, this beautifully maintained home offers peaceful hillside and mountain views, along with a host of thoughtful upgrades designed for comfort, efficiency, and easy living. Enjoy the best of Southern California’s indoor-outdoor lifestyle with both front and rear patios, complete with French drains, a custom patio cover, and a retractable awning—ideal for morning coffee or sunset dinners. The spacious garage is a dream for hobbyists or storage lovers, featuring custom cabinetry, a built-in workshop, an EV charger, and an additional shed. Inside, the home is move-in ready with fresh paint, smart light switches, a luxurious Toto toilet, smart appliances, and a smart thermostat to keep your space comfortable and energy-efficient year-round. The guest room includes a Murphy bed for added versatility, while key systems like the HVAC, tankless water heater, and roof (just 2 years old!) ensure peace of mind. Security cameras and annual plumbing/HVAC inspections add an extra layer of comfort and confidence. Located in a quiet, friendly neighborhood just 10 minutes from the beach and moments from shopping and major freeways—this is coastal living with convenience and community.
Sold for $530,000
$530,000
3719 Balboa Drive, Oceanside, CA 92056
2beds
827sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1972
-- sqft lot
$536,100 Zestimate®
$641/sqft
$2,605 Estimated rent
Home value
$536,100
$493,000 - $584,000
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Listed by:
Gina Mancuso,
eXp Realty of Southern California, Inc.
Bought with:
Paul Morales, 01302799
Century 21 Affiliated
Source: eXp Realty,MLS#: 250031898SD
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, See Remarks
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Counter Top, Dishwasher, Disposal
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, In Kitchen
Features
- See Remarks, Bedroom On Main Level
- Flooring: Wood
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 827 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 3,001 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 1653920500
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Water Available
Community & neighborhood
Senior living
- Senior community: Yes
Location
- Region: Oceanside
- Subdivision: Oceanside
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $25 annually
- Amenities included: Maintenance Grounds
- Association name: Costa Serena
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/27/2025 | Sold | $530,000+6%$641/sqft |
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| 4/18/2023 | Sold | $500,000-2%$605/sqft |
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| 3/19/2023 | Pending sale | $510,000$617/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #NDP2301143 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2023 | Listed for sale | $510,000$617/sqft |
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| 3/5/2023 | Pending sale | $510,000$617/sqft |
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| 2/16/2023 | Listed for sale | $510,000$617/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,865 +1.9% | $520,198 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,754 +382% | $509,999 +361.5% |
| 2023 | $1,194 +1.7% | $110,508 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,174 -0.2% | $108,342 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,177 +3.1% | $106,219 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,141 +7.8% | $105,131 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,059 -3.2% | $103,071 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,094 +2% | $101,051 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,073 +3.5% | $99,070 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,036 +3% | $97,128 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,006 +3.9% | $95,670 +2% |
| 2014 | $968 | $93,797 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $93,374 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $91,544 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $89,750 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $89,080 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $89,293 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $87,543 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $85,827 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $84,145 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $82,496 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $80,879 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $79,398 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $77,842 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $76,317 |
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Neighborhood: Mira Costa
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Christa Mcauliffe Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 5/10Martin Luther King Jr. Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 7/10El Camino High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
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- California
- San Diego County
- Oceanside
- 92056
- Mira Costa
- 3719 Balboa Drive
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