Welcome to Unit 235 at 3550 Ruffin Road! This top-floor, end-unit condo is tucked away in the desirable community of Serra Mesa. Featuring 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath, this charming home offers a thoughtful and efficient layout filled with natural light. The open living and dining area flows seamlessly into a functional kitchen—perfect for daily living and casual entertaining. Step outside to your private balcony, an ideal spot to enjoy your morning coffee. As a top-floor end unit, you’ll appreciate the peace and privacy of having no neighbors above and only one shared wall. Additional highlights include an assigned parking space, ample storage, and access to a well-maintained, VA-approved complex with low monthly HOA dues. Centrally located with easy access to major freeways, shopping, dining (just minutes from the vibrant Convoy District!), parks, and schools—this home offers the perfect balance of comfort, convenience, and location. A great opportunity for first-time buyers, down sizers, or investors looking to own in the heart of San Diego!
Sold for $475,000
$475,000
3550 Ruffin Rd Unit 235, San Diego, CA 92123
2beds
762sqft
Condominium
Built in 1973
-- sqft lot
$478,600 Zestimate®
$623/sqft
$2,393 Estimated rent
Home value
$478,600
$440,000 - $522,000
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Private balconyThoughtful and efficient layoutFilled with natural lightFunctional kitchenTop-floor end-unit condo
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Listed by:
Jessica D Quy DRE #01892307 760-532-5659,
Real Broker,
Eunice Dillinger DRE #02049156 858-361-0194,
Real Broker
Bought with:
Jesus Zambrano, DRE #01515474
The Mantelli Group
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 250026025
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Originating MLS: SDMLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Radiant
Cooling
- Wall/Window, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Refrigerator, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Stove
- Laundry: Other/Remarks
Features
- Bathtub, Ceiling Fan, Living Room Balcony, Shower in Tub, Storage Space, Unfurnished
- Fireplace features: N/K
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Unit Above,End Unit,1 common wall
Interior area
- Total structure area: 762
- Total interior livable area: 762 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Assigned
Features
- Levels: 1 Story
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: Community/Common
- Fencing: N/K
Details
- Parcel number: 4212302235
- Zoning: R-1:Single
- Zoning description: R-1:Single
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: BBQ, Pet Restrictions, Pool
- Subdivision: Sunburst (30922)
HOA
- Amenities included: Pet Rules, Pool
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Trash Pickup
- HOA fee: $375 monthly
- HOA name: Sunburst Association
Location
- Region: San Diego
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $623/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $357,199
- Annual tax amount: $4,502
- Date on market: 4/30/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional,VA,Cash To New Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/3/2025 | Sold | $475,000$623/sqft |
Source:  SDMLS #250026025 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2025 | Pending sale | $475,000$623/sqft |
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| 5/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $475,000+43.9%$623/sqft |
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| 8/12/2020 | Sold | $330,000+3.1%$433/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #200030626 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2020 | Pending sale | $320,000$420/sqft |
Source: Big Block Realty, Inc #200030626 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2020 | Listed for sale | $320,000+19.9%$420/sqft |
Source: Big Block Realty, Inc #200030626 Report a problem | ||
| 12/15/2017 | Sold | $267,000-2.9%$350/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/19/2017 | Listed for sale | $275,000+120%$361/sqft |
Source: Aquila Real Estate, Inc. #170059448 Report a problem | ||
| 3/12/2012 | Sold | $125,000-44.9%$164/sqft |
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| 10/10/2003 | Sold | $227,000+83.1%$298/sqft |
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| 3/30/2001 | Sold | $124,000+81%$163/sqft |
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| 7/22/1996 | Sold | $68,500$90/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,502 +3.9% | $357,199 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,333 +2.3% | $350,196 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,237 +2.7% | $343,330 +2% |
| 2022 | $4,125 +0.7% | $336,599 +2% |
| 2021 | $4,097 +18.9% | $330,000 +18.8% |
| 2020 | $3,447 +2.7% | $277,785 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,355 +6% | $272,339 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,166 +96.5% | $267,000 +97.4% |
| 2017 | $1,612 +1.7% | $135,277 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,585 +1.5% | $132,626 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,562 +1.5% | $130,635 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,539 | $128,077 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $127,499 +10.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $115,000 -14.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $135,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $135,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $135,000 -45.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $245,709 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $240,892 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $236,170 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $231,540 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $227,000 +76.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $128,905 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $126,378 +71.7% |
| 2001 | -- | $73,604 |
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Neighborhood: Serra Mesa
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