1605 Ridge Dr, Merced, CA 95340
SOLD
MAY 18, 2026
Listed by Jeff Nightengale, London Properties Ltd - Merced, (209) 725-2100 . Bought with London Properties Ltd, Atwater

1605 Ridge Dr
Merced, CA 95340

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,039 sqft (on 1 acre)

$1,000,000

Last Sold: May 18, 2026
1% over list $990K
$329/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $6,103/mo*
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$1,000,000

Last Sold: May 18, 2026
1% over list $990K
$329/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $6,103/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
3 Baths
3,039 sqft
(on 1 acre)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1987
Lot Size
1 acre
Living Area
3,039 sqft
Price/Sqft
$329/sqft
Parking
2 Car Garage
HOA
None

About this House

Owned Solar with 44 Panels and a sparkling pebble tec pool! This immaculate, one-owner home offers exceptional charm, functionality, and pride of ownership throughout. Located in the desirable Hillcrest Estates on a full acre, just minutes from Lake Yosemite, UC Merced, and the Merced Golf & Country Club, this property delivers both space and lifestyle. Boasting 4 bedrooms plus a dedicated office, 3 full bathrooms, and approximately 3,039 sq ft of living space, this home is designed for comfort and versatility. From the moment you arrive, you’ll appreciate the mature landscaping, easy-maintenance front yard, and impressive curb appeal. Step through the custom wood front door into a warm, inviting interior with a neutral color palette and abundant natural light that perfectly frames the stunning backyard. The kitchen features granite countertops, Kenmore and Kitchen Aid appliances, and a pantry, all seamlessly connecting to the Great Room, Dining Room, and Sun Room/Sitting Area—ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The property is a dream for those needing extra space and functionality, featuring horse stalls and a fantastic setup for FFA or 4H projects, making it perfect for families or hobbyists alike. This home truly shows pride of ownership, is exceptionally well-maintained, and presents beautifully inside and out this is a rare opportunity to own a turnkey property with acreage, solar efficiency, and versatile amenities.
1605 Ridge Dr, Merced, CA 95340 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,039 sqft single-family home built in 1987. It last sold for $1,000,000 on May 18, 2026 (1% above the $990,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $3,028/month.

Home Details for 1605 Ridge Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bathroom, Dining Room, Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (main level): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3039 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, MicrowaveLaundry: Inside,Laundry RoomMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Living RoomHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Pane WindowsFlooring: Carpet, TileCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: frontFloors: Carpet, Tile
View
Has a ViewView: Neighborhood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: Covered, Open, Patio, Wrap AroundExterior: Barbecue, Lighting, Rain GuttersHas a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Driveway,Garage,RV Potential
Pool
Pool: In Ground, Pebble, PrivatePool
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 11

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1987
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: TurnkeyParcel Number: 170153004000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $990,000Price Per Sqft: $329/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon May 18 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Merced
School Information
High School District: Merced Union

Community

Community Features: UrbanNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1 Acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Trust

Offer

Listing Terms: Submit

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: MC26060904Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 209-947-2247Common Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06047-N-170153004000-R-N

Additional Information

UrbanSource Internet Entire Listing Display
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listed by Jeff Nightengale DRE #01878234, (209) 947-2247
London Properties Ltd - Merced
Bought with: Tiffany Wilson DRE #02067966, (209) 358-0222, London Properties Ltd, Atwater
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Source: CRMLS, MLS#MC26060904

Price History for 1605 Ridge Dr

DatePriceEventSource
05/18/2026$1,000,000Sold
CRMLS #MC26060904
04/03/2026$990,000ContingentCRMLS #MC26060904
03/22/2026$990,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #MC26060904
01/01/1986$135,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Merced

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$384K
$2KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.6%
Price per sq ft
$245
$3MoM
Available listings
278
11MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2018
Tax$4,310
Assessment$408,478
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1605 Ridge Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1184 Farmland Ave, Merced, CA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$760,000
03/30/26
3
2.5
2,347
1465 Farmland Ave, Merced, CA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$670,000
08/07/25
3
2
1,673
4852 Kinross Ct, Merced, CA
1.21
Single-Family Home
$510,000
04/17/26
4
2.5
2,282
218 Montage Dr, Merced, CA
1.02
Single-Family Home
$399,000
10/09/25
4
2.5
1,746

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What Locals Say about Merced

At least 524 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 82 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say car is needed

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say it's quiet

  • 55 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 54 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 44 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 26 % Say there's wildlife

  • 22 % Say there are community events

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  • Annie Dabalos
    "Flea market on weekends to buy noodles at Chinese food truck and ceviche tostadas at the Mexican food trucks. "
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  • Dessuarez2003
    "Merced station specifically is so amazing! So excited to be renewing here! This community has been a great place to live, and the by-bedspace leasing makes it easy for me to save money while focusing on my studies. The environment is comfortable, the amenities are convenient, and everyone here is genuinely friendly. I’m really happy to call this place home for another year! "
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  • Jamangel1
    "Lots of new builds coming soon to the area. There are parks and new stores and a new school being built in the next few years."
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  • Jamangel1
    "Great place to live. Lots of walking trails , close to shops and restaurants, easy freeway access, and expressway to UCM. "
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  • Farrah
    "Be aware of stray dogs and cats. Also people like to dump their trash in the streets, and allow their dogs to bark incessantly."
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  • Salvador Reyes
    "Always look after your kids if or when playing outside because there are many cars that drive reckless here and pass by speeding"
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    "The parks and big open spaces like fileds and the mellowness around the area, can’t wait for more parks to become available "
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  • Jenifernigh38
    "ny home is a old beautiful Victorian built in 1900 quiet neighborhood lots of parking made for older people to just relax and enjoy life"
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  • Sylvia P.
    "I stay here part time. Close to get on N99. But to get here off freeway exit, then you have to take some back roads to get to Franklin. No freeway exit to Franklin Rd."
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  • Ramirez 5.
    "I love where I live it’s next to schools the grocery store has stating and the hospital. I’m hoping it stays safe. "
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  • Lexus S.
    "It’s best to look for homes that are in city limits because there are islands in the city that don’t count as in city limits so they don’t have side walks or parks. "
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  • Rent L.
    "Lots of open space. Lower cost of living. Slow pace and easy access to freeway 99. Many parks, lake and proximity to UC Merced. "
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  • Rebecca F.
    "it's up and coming and you get the county fair flea market every Saturday and the farmers market in town for freshest meat and produce too "
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  • L.donohue
    "This neighborhood has a center park, and outdoor movies night, farmers market, Christmas parade that go through the downtown areas and hiking trials that go through out the city including the city park, green spaces and water features. "
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  • Jamangel1
    "There’s a park in our neighborhood within walking distance from every home. Families are always walking on the paths next to the new Campus Parkway. Soon there will be shopping and easy commute to UCMerced."
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  • Elisa H.
    "Not safe area. Lived here nearly my entire life. No growth opportunity here, not a good place for family. Best thing that happens around here are the Christmas parades."
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  • Angela
    "small community. chooses the right neighborhood and you will have great neighbors. introduction yourself and get to know who you love near."
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  • Angela
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for three years and I like it. Picking the right neighborhood is important though so make sure to research. "
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  • Pahn
    "We have movie at the park presented by the City Of Merced during the summer time. Halloween is very popular holiday. "
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  • Reginald N.
    "That it is a busy area with cars . The dog park is too far from resident and that walk would be a tired some walk"
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  • Annette G.
    "This is an established neighborhood where neighbors know each other and look out for each other. There are lots of trees and people like to take walks on the nearby creek path."
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  • Emily G.
    "Horrible neighborhood. I’ve been broken into. I do not recommend moving here. It’s a dangerous area. "
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  • Bdenatly
    "There are few small parks, but no dedicated dog parks and all dogs must stay on leash in the parks. The yards are on the small size and really only suitable for small breed dogs. "
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  • Mariah M. D.
    "that everyone around are dog friendly and enjoy having there pets around the area. everyone around here walks there dogs on a daily. "
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  • Luis F. M. M.
    "Love Merced is a great opportunity for community service,the Merced theatre is coming along with events that are food to be a part off "
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  • Vanygonz54
    "All the neighbors watch out for each other and make sure the area is safe. I like how when one neighbor is gone they feel safe leaving due to all the neighbors having each other’s back "
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  • Starlitegoddess14
    "I've lived here for 3 years . people are nice and friendly and look out for each other. safe and well maintained neighborhood"
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  • Deborahlgiannone
    "There is a 5 minutes to shopping areas easily driveable. Bus pick up near. Uber and Taxi available. Senior mobile transit available."
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  • Estrzartz
    "This area has lots of dog owners, and I see lots of people walking here. Everyone is very friendly, and the people who walk their dogs are really responsible for what their dogs leave behind by carrying little plastic bags!"
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  • Stephanie H.
    "Merced i actually a pretty alright city to live in. There isn't a lot of social sites or things to do but the city is definitely growing and expanding into a nice place. The crime and violence has significantly decreased through out the passing years and the school all seem to do a great job with our education. It's definitely a much cleaner and nicer city than nearby areas like Fresno or Modesto. "
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  • Sue J.
    "I only live 10 minutes from work. Traffic moves well,not a lot of road work or obstacles. Streets are maintained well as are sidewalks. My neighborhood is well kept and quiet. The neighborhoods surrounding me are clean and the homeowners have pride in . "
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  • Cl.hairstyles
    "In my neighborhood there is a lot of access to public transportation. Is close to downtown areas and highways. Is only 15 mins to community college or UC."
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  • Lynn D.
    "My neighbor has a short distant to the public transportation that go to the UC Merced. We feel safe in this neighborhood, it’s also nice and clean."
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  • Lisa
    "My community has easy access to public transportation, & uber cars. Also, traffic isn’t too crazy out here! "
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  • Jamangel1
    "Newer neighborhood near the Campus Parkway. Nice park in the neighborhood with schools nearby. Bike and walking areas."
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  • Katherine W.
    "Dog owners should beware other of other dogs roaming freely because you don't know if that other dog will be friendly or aggressive. "
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  • Lisa J.
    "You see people walking their dogs all the time. I haven't had a problem with people and their animals."
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