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Quintessential 1950s Ranch living with modern luxury. Set across from Buddy Todd Park on an expansive half-acre lot, this exceptional Oceanside residence captures the timeless character of a quintessential 1950s-era ranch home while offering the comfort, scale, and amenities of modern living. With more than 3,000 square feet of beautifully maintained living space, a canyon backdrop, and a brand-new roof, this turnkey property offers a rare combination of vintage charm, generous proportions, and contemporary functionality. At the heart of the home is a majestic great room, where soaring ceilings and exposed beams create an impressive sense of volume while preserving the warm, inviting spirit of the original ranch architecture. A stately fireplace anchors the space and provides a natural gathering point for entertaining or relaxed everyday living. The commercial-grade kitchen is designed for serious cooking and effortless entertaining, while the oversized primary suite offers a private retreat complete with a spacious walk-in closet. A separate office with its own half bath provides an ideal work-from-home space, guest area, or flex room. Outside, the expansive back patio is made for Southern California living, with its own gas fire-pit and sweeping canyon views creating an exceptional setting for morning coffee, evening gatherings, and al fresco entertaining. The canyon behind the property adds privacy, natural beauty, and a sense of space that is increasingly difficult to find. The result is a home with genuine architectural soul—quintessential mid-century ranch character thoughtfully paired with modern amenities and turnkey condition. From the soaring great room and exposed beams to the generous lot, canyon setting, and prime location across from Buddy Todd Park, this is a distinctive Oceanside property with a personality all its own.
| Address |
2939 Mesa Drive
Oceanside, CA 92054 |
| Listing Status | COMING_SOON |
| Asking Price | $1,290,000 |
| On Market Date | $1,290,000 @ Oct 1, 2026 |
| Original Entry | Sep 24, 2026 |
| Property Condition | Turnkey,Updated/Remodeled |
| Square Footage | 3068 sf |
| Flooring | Vinyl |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Full Bathrooms | 2 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Directions | At the top of Mesa Drive adjacent Buddy Todd Park |
| Market Area | 92054 - Oceanside |
| Neighborhood | Loma Alta |
| Complex | Loma Alta |
| School District | Not Listed |
| Age Restriction | 0 |
| Property Type | |
| Mello-Roos Fee | $0 |
| HOA Fee | $0 |
| HOA Features | Gutters, Curbs, Dog Park, Foothills, Sidewalks, Suburban, Park |
| Timeline | Notes |
|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2026 | Listed for $1,290,000 #NDP2608928 |
| County | San Diego |
| Assessor Parcel# | 1491230300 |
| Zoning | RE-B |
| Geographic Areas | |
| Highway Locator |
West of I-15 East of I-5 North of SR-78 |
| Ocean Distance | 2.2 miles |
| Style | Single Family Residence |
| Material | Balcony |
| Lot Size | ~ 22,400 sf |
| Fencing | Chain Link,Wood,Wrought Iron,Brick |
| Topography | Not Listed |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Entry Steps | 1 |
| Swimming Pool | None |
| Patio | Terrace, Wood, Concrete, See Remarks, Patio, Slab, Rear Porch |
| Exclusive Yard | 1 |
| Accessibility | 32 Inch Or More Wide Doors |
| Parking |
Gated
Driveway - Combination
Asphalt
Driveway
Street
Total Spaces: 0
Garage Spaces: 0
Non-Garage Spaces:
0 -
|
| View | Ocean, Park/Greenbelt, Canyon |
| Year Built | 1954 (source: Assessor) |
| Laundry Location | Inside,Individual Room |
| Elevator | Not Listed |
| Cooling | None |
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Sewer/Septic | Public Sewer |
| Fireplaces | Living Room (1) |
| Interior Features | Beamed Ceilings, High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters |
| Additional Parcels | No |
| Appliances | 6 Burner Stove, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Free-Standing Range, Range Hood, Dishwasher |
| Appliances | Yes |
| Assessments | No |
| Association | No |
| Association Fee 2 | 0 |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 0 |
| Carport Spaces | 0 |
| Common Walls | No Common Walls |
| Cooling | No |
| Direction Faces | West |
| Entry Location | Front |
| Heating | Yes |
| High School District | Oceanside Unified |
| Land Lease | No |
| Laundry | Yes |
| Levels | Multi/Split |
| Living Area Source | Assessor |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Features | 0-1 Unit/Acre |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 15 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 2 |
| New Construction | No |
| Number Of Units Total | 0 |
| Number Remotes | 0 |
| Parking | Yes |
| Patio | Yes |
| Pool Private | No |
| Property Attached | No |
| Road Frontage Type | City Street |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Room Bathroom Features | Shower in Tub, Shower |
| Room Kitchen Features | Kitchen Open to Family Room, Stone Counters, Remodeled Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Utility sink, Butler's Pantry, Walk-In Pantry |
| Sprinklers | No |
| Tax Census Tract | 002356 |
| Tax Model | |
| View | Yes |
| Well Depth | 0 |
| Well Gallons Per Minute | 0 |
| Well Pump Horsepower | 0 |
| Well Report | No |
| Platform | CRMLS |
| AOR | North San Diego County |
| MLS Number | NDP2608928 |
| Courtesy of | Compass |
| Listing Agent |
Sonny
Nevarez
sonny.nevarez@compass.com |
https://www.californiatophomes.com/NDP2608928