18540 Polvera Dr, San Diego, CA 92128
SOLD
MAR 16, 2026
Listed by Michael Jacobo, Berkshire Hathaway HomeService, (760) 431-3330 . Bought with Willis Allen Real Estate

18540 Polvera Dr
San Diego, CA 92128

Rancho Bernardo
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,773 sqft (on 1.10 acres)

$1,810,000

Last Sold: Mar 16, 2026
1% over list $1.79M
$653/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $10,954/mo*

$1,810,000

Last Sold: Mar 16, 2026
1% over list $1.79M
$653/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $10,954/mo*
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,773 sqft
(on 1.10 acres)

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
1977
Lot Size
1.1 acres
Living Area
2,773 sqft
Price/Sqft
$653/sqft
Parking
3 Car Garage
HOA
$28/Monthly

Description

Nestled within the highly sought-after community of The Trails in Rancho Bernardo, this custom single-level residence offers approximately 2,800 square feet of living space on an expansive 1.1-acre lot. Built in 1977, the home presents a rare opportunity to enjoy classic architectural character with room to personalize and update to your vision. The functional floor plan includes four bedrooms and three bathrooms, highlighted by spacious living areas, vaulted ceilings in both the primary suite and family room, and a striking stone fireplace that anchors the main living space. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances and generous workspace, while the oversized primary suite offers a large bathroom with dual sinks, a soaking tub, and a separate shower. Designed for both relaxation and entertaining, the backyard showcases a pool and spa, covered patio area, and ample open space with privacy and potential. Additional features include a three-car garage and the convenience of single-level living throughout. Located within the acclaimed Poway Unified School District and just minutes from I-15, shopping, dining, and local amenities, this home combines space, location, and opportunity in one of Rancho Bernardo’s most desirable neighborhoods.
18540 Polvera Dr, San Diego, CA 92128 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,773 sqft single-family home in Rancho Bernardo, built in 1977. It last sold for $1,810,000 on Mar 16, 2026 (1% above the $1,795,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,814,800, with a rent estimate of $6,146/month.

Home Details for 18540 Polvera Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2773 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: Inside,Laundry Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Fireplace(s)Has CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Family Room, Living RoomSpa: Heated, PrivateHas a FireplaceHas a Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: CarpetCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: frontFloors: Carpet
View
Has a ViewView: Mountain(s), Trees/Woods

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: TileFencing: Chain LinkHas a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Open Parking Spaces: 10Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 13Parking: Circular Driveway,Porte-Cochere
Pool
Pool: In Ground, AssociationPool
Frontage
Not on Waterfront

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 4

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1977
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Not Attached Property
Property Information
Condition: Repairs CosmeticParcel Number: 2723400200

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,795,000Price Per Sqft: $653/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Feb 14 2026

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: San Diego
School Information
High School District: Poway Unified

Community

Community Features: SuburbanNot Senior CommunityUnits in Building: 1

HOA

HOA Name: Trails of RBHOA Phone: 858-863-2198Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)Has an HOAHOA Fee: $330/Annually

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.1 Acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: NDP2601317Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: info@jacoborealty.comUniversal Property Id: US-06073-N-2723400200-R-N

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Billiard Room,Clubhouse,Sport Court,Fitness Center,Barbecue,Playground,Pool,Spa/Hot TubSource Internet Entire Listing Display
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Michael Jacobo DRE #01355906
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Bought with: Dawn Surprenant DRE #01934848, (619) 954-3940, Willis Allen Real Estate
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
Source: CRMLS, MLS#NDP2601317

Price History for 18540 Polvera Dr

DatePriceEventSource
03/16/2026$1,810,000Sold
CRMLS #NDP2601317
02/15/2026$1,795,000PendingCRMLS #NDP2601317
02/10/2026$1,795,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #NDP2601317

Market trends in Rancho Bernardo

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$848K
$27.17K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.0%
0.2%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$568
$11
MoM
Available listings
195
6
MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$7,362
Assessment$605,208
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 18540 Polvera Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.29
Single-Family Home
$2,000,000
05/26/26
4
3.5
4,409
0.33
Single-Family Home
$2,000,000
11/18/25
4
3.5
4,968
0.50
Single-Family Home
$1,470,000
09/16/25
5
3
2,886
0.21
Single-Family Home
$2,899,000
07/10/26
5
5.5
4,408
0.40
Single-Family Home
$1,700,000
12/04/25
4
3
2,761
0.43
Single-Family Home
$2,401,000
07/07/26
5
3.5
5,467
0.40
Single-Family Home
$1,520,000
08/11/25
4
2.5
2,909
0.39
Single-Family Home
$2,100,000
11/05/25
4
3.5
3,435
0.46
Single-Family Home
$1,765,500
03/19/26
5
3
2,978

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Rancho Bernardo

At least 282 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 96 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 93 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 92 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say it's quiet

  • 66 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 65 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 63 % Say there's wildlife

  • 62 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 59 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 54 % Say kids play outside

  • 51 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 30 % Say there are community events

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  • Prachi Anandpara
    "Close to freeway , short commute… 20 mins from the beach, limited restaurants and cafes. Friendly, grocery store chains close by"
  • Jennifer Trainer
    "Westwood is clean and pristine and safe and quiet. It feels safe and comfortable. Crime seems minimal."
  • Trulia User
    "Location and schools is the selling point, hence people are crazily trying to get into this area. I hope I can stay in this neighborhood"
  • Maggie C. A.
    "It’s a lot of noise here because we live next to a freeway. Dog owners would like all the walking you can do here, and the local park nearby that is within walking distance. "
  • jamie S
    "Amazing sense of community and wonderful schools! Neighborhood is safe and clean! Lots to do close by! "
  • Marie A. N.
    "The parents need to know about the crime rates and how the school system works in Rancho Bernardo. The Rancho Bernardo community has a wide variety of great houses and neighborhoods with clear views of the mountains."
  • Lorensondanelle
    "Everyone can go for walks and feel safe. Golfing is really popular. Everyone is very neighborly. The landscape is very beautiful "
  • Abby .
    "Nearby trails, next to lake Hodges, friendly neighbors and community, many elderly, near a elementary school, highschool, middle school."
  • Abby1905159
    "Beautiful scenery! Many nearby trails to walk or bike on. Everything you need here from a Starbucks to a vet"
  • Cinthia S.
    "It’s close and convenient to freeway, shopping and great schools. It’s also a beautiful and safe area."
  • Rosy
    "The area is full of families with children and has an amazing private club for the community. This neighborhood is really the perfect place to raise a family. "
  • Steve S.
    "I went to grade school and high school in the area. With all the great clubs here I hate to go anywhere else. My commute to work is fast on commuter lane. I am in my late sixties and srill love it."
  • Jason
    "Lots of places to walk your dog. There’s a dog park near by and lots of hiking trails. Most people do a good job of picking up after their pets. "
  • Ana E. R.
    "I like that the neighbors are friendly as and happy to help. The neighborhood feels safe and quiet. "
  • Ben M.
    "Nice place to live People seem nice and olive. Areas are well kept throughout the city. Plenty of shopping and restaurants "
  • Marilyn.davis924
    "Residents need to have a car in order to get around. We have very little public transportation. Most residents are 55 and older "
  • Kristina W.
    "Good schools and parents are involved. Middle school and high school offer a lot of programs for kids. Lacks diversity, but is getting better."
  • The friendly neighbor
    "There are two kinds of drivers in Rancho Bernardo area. Old & slow, young & reckless. Have to keep our eyes, ears and sometimes even our nose open :D"
  • Trulia User
    "Very family friendly. it’s a nice affluent neighborhood but still feels down-to-earth and the people are incredibly nice. "
  • Fhd444
    "I work from home. Driving to downtown or airport about Thirty minutes. Twenty minutes to Del Mar. Need a car in this area mass transit options limited. ................"
  • Sam L.
    "I live in the 55+ in 7 Oaks Neighborhood. I feel safe here as all our neighbors watch out for one another. "
  • Charise R. F.
    "Public transportation is horrible. I wish it were better given the fact that we have so many teenagers who can't drive yet. They need things to do too. Unfortunately there isn't much for them around here to keep them off drugs, vandalism, stealing, and other poor choices. Hopefully since it's so expensive here our community will add more things to do for our children when they're not in school or extra curricular activities. "
  • Dannii.landes
    "Love it here everything is safe and well kept. Have lived in the area for almost 12 years. Look forward to more years."
  • Charise R. F.
    "I think the walkability is great. I can walk to the stores, shops, and restaurants with ease. It does seem that the crime is making it's way to our area lately. Lots of break ins in cars and homes. "
  • Chris
    "I’m visiting my family here and this is a very nice neighborhood! I’ve seen a couple of coyotes in the morning, but they ran when they saw me. I can see Lake Poway down the hill, which is beautiful. I15 is very close & convenient."
  • Trulia User
    "Mostly older people in this area with minimal children events. Head towards 4s ranch for more family. "
  • Amber M.
    "It’s an older neighborhood with not a ton of parks or kid activities but is part of a great school district. 4S Ranch a few miles away is a younger family area. "
  • Monica S.
    "This is a great neighborhood to live with families. They are super spacious and are very reasonable for resort style living. We love it here!"
  • Annette.trnka
    "Safe area, friendly people, diverse people, nice walking trail, good stores, pride of home ownership"
  • Gbuyg
    "Yes. Dog park nearby at RB community park. Areas for small, large and mixed sizes. What more can I say"
  • Kevin J. L.
    "I see dogs being walked all the time and we take our dogs to the beach every Saturday. Dogs are really really great, I like dogs"
  • Mj S.
    "Wide sidewalks; lots of dogs out being walked throughout the day. Nearby dog park in Rancho Bernardo."

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