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Overview

From the generous primary suite, wake up to sweeping panoramic views and spectacular sunrises in this elevated Oceanside pool home, ideally positioned at the top of the hill on one of the area’s most desirable cul-de-sac streets with NO HOA and no neighbors directly below. Offering 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 2,797 sq ft, this impressive residence combines privacy, space, and an exceptional indoor-outdoor lifestyle that is increasingly difficult to find. Step inside to soaring ceilings, expansive dual pane windows and an abundance of natural light, creating an immediate sense of openness and scale. Multiple living spaces provide plenty of room to gather and entertain, while the spacious kitchen with a large center island flows seamlessly into the family room. The main-level bedroom and full bath offer excellent flexibility for guests, extended family or a private home office. The backyard offers a private outdoor retreat featuring the pool and spa, built-in fire pit, expansive vinyl pergola-covered patio, mature tropical landscaping and unobstructed views spanning the entire rear of the property. Enjoy morning coffee as the sun rises, afternoons by the pool and evenings around the fire. Complete with an attached 3-car garage, dual-zone HVAC, and generous yard space, this is a rare opportunity to own nearly 2,800 sq ft in an elevated setting with the space and versatility to enjoy for years to come.

Address 5205 Palmera Drive

Oceanside, CA 92056
Listing Status Active
Asking Price $1,199,000
On Market Date $1,199,000 @ Sep 16, 2026
Listed / On-Market Entered Sep 16, 2026
Original Entry Sep 16, 2026
Rooms
Walk-In Closet, Primary Bedroom, Entry, Laundry, Office, Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Family Room, Primary Suite, Primary Bathroom
Square Footage 2797 sf
Flooring Tile, Vinyl, Carpet
Bedrooms 5
Full Bathrooms 3
Location
Directions From Mesa Drive turn onto Woodview Drive and make a left onto Cherrywood Drive. Make first right onto Cherrywood drive and cross Woodhaven Drive onto Cottonwood Drive. Make a right and go up the hill at Paseo Hermosa. At the top of the hill make a left onto Palmera Drive and home is on the right.
Market Area 92056 - Oceanside
School District Not Listed
Ownership
Age Restriction 0
Property Type
Mello-Roos Fee $0
HOA Fee $0
HOA Features Gutters, Curbs, Biking, Mountainous, Foothills, Street Lights, Storm Drains, Sidewalks
Public Records
County San Diego
Assessor Parcel# 1586202000
Zoning R-1:Single Fam-Res
Geographic Areas

Community College District: Palomar CC

Zip Code: 92056

Highway Locator

West of I-15

East of I-5

North of SR-78

Ocean Distance 6.8 miles
Exterior
Style Single Family Residence
Material Rain Gutters
Lot Size ~ 14,623 sf
Fencing Wood,Fair Condition,Wrought Iron
Topography Not Listed
Roof Tile
Entry Steps 1
Swimming Pool Diving Board, In Ground, Private, Gas Heat
Patio Covered, Patio Open
Exclusive Yard 1
Accessibility 36 Inch Or More Wide Halls, 2+ Access Exits
Parking
Garage
Concrete
Direct Garage Access
Garage - Three Door
Garage Faces Front
Driveway
Garage Door Opener
Total Spaces: 6
Garage Spaces: 3
Non-Garage Spaces: 0 - 3.00
View Desert, Mountain(s), Trees/Woods, City Lights, Neighborhood, Hills, Valley, Panoramic
Features
Year Built 1997 (source: Assessor)
Laundry Location Inside,Individual Room,Washer Included,Dryer Included
Elevator Not Listed
Cooling Dual, Central Air, Zoned
Heating Fireplace(s), Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned, Central
Fireplaces Fire Pit,Gas Starter,Living Room,Outside,Family Room (1)
Security Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire and Smoke Detection System, Smoke Detector(s)
Interior Features High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Additional Parcels No
Appliances Gas Cooktop, Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Dishwasher
Appliances Yes
Assessments No
Association No
Association Fee 2 0
Attached Garage Yes
Below Grade Finished Area 0
Carport Spaces 0
Common Walls No Common Walls
Construction Materials Stucco
Cooling Yes
Door Features Sliding Doors, Double Door Entry, Mirror Closet Door(s)
Eating Area Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room, Separated
Entry Location 1
Foundation Details Concrete Perimeter
Heating Yes
High School District Vista Unified
Land Lease No
Laundry Yes
Levels Two
Living Area Source Assessor
Living Area Units Square Feet
Lot Features Landscaped, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft, Front Yard, Walkstreet, Sprinkler System, Back Yard, Yard
Lot Size Source Assessor
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Main Level Bathrooms 1
Main Level Bedrooms 1
New Construction No
Number Of Units Total 0
Number Remotes 0
Parking Yes
Patio Yes
Pool Private Yes
Property Attached No
Road Frontage Type City Street
Road Surface Type Paved
Room Bathroom Features Tile Counters, Soaking Tub, Shower in Tub, Closet in bathroom, Walk-in shower, Exhaust fan(s), Jetted Tub, Separate tub and shower, Double sinks in bath(s), Privacy toilet door, Double Sinks in Primary Bath, Bathtub, Vanity area, Shower
Room Kitchen Features Tile Counters, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Pots & Pan Drawers, Kitchen Island
Sprinklers Yes
Tax Model
View Yes
Well Depth 0
Well Gallons Per Minute 0
Well Pump Horsepower 0
Well Report No
Window Features Double Pane Windows
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Property Tax estimate of 1% of listing price does not include local voter-approved bonds/assessments, supplemental taxes for new construction or ownership changes, extra local fees, etc.
Listing Source
Platform CRMLS
AOR North San Diego County
MLS Number NDP2608672
Courtesy of Swell Property
Listing Agent KC Rentfro
kc@swellproperty.com