2482 Valdes Dr, Merced, CA 95340
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FOR SALE
Listed by Bhakta Thapa, Realty One Group United, (562) 228-4900

2482 Valdes Dr
Merced, CA 95340

  • 5 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,282 sqft

$489,000

Original price: $500,000
Est. Mortgage $3,100/mo*
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$489,000

Original price: $500,000
Est. Mortgage $3,100/mo*
Get Pre-Qualified
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,282 sqft

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Climate Control
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$106/Monthly
Price/Sqft
$214
Listed
113 days ago

Local Information

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

About this House

Description
Welcome to this beautifully maintained Lennar home, built in 2021, offering the perfect blend of modern design, everyday comfort, and an exceptional location in one of North Merced's most desirable neighborhoods. Situated directly across from a neighborhood children's playground and just a short walk to Richard Bernasconi Park, this move-in-ready home also provides convenient access to UC Merced, Merced College, Lake Yosemite, shopping, dining, and major commuter routes.

Prime Location
Directly across from a neighborhood children's playground
Short walk to Richard Bernasconi Park
Approximately 7 minutes to UC Merced and Lake Yosemite
Approximately 10 minutes to Merced College
Convenient bike lane access to UC Merced
Walking distance to the UC Merced CatTracks bus stop

Highly desirable first-floor bedroom with a nearby half bath—ideal for guests, multigenerational living, or a home office
Spacious upstairs loft offering flexible living space
Convenient upstairs laundry room
Open-concept kitchen featuring granite countertops, a large center island, abundant cabinetry, and generous workspace for cooking and entertaining
Quality Finishes
Elegant wood-look porcelain tile flooring throughout the main living areas, kitchen, downstairs half bath, upstairs laundry room, and both full bathrooms
Comfortable carpeting in the downstairs bedroom, upstairs bedrooms, loft, and staircase
Unlike many newer homes, this property is truly move-in ready with numerous upgrades already completed, saving the next owner both time and expense.

Refrigerator included
Washer and dryer included
Google Nest security cameras and video doorbell
Professionally installed ADT security system with sensors
EV Level 2 charging outlet installed in the garage
Keyless entry system
Beautifully Finished Backyard

Natural grass landscaping
Automatic sprinkler system
Spacious concrete patio
Beautiful gazebo included
Outdoor patio furniture included
Portable fire pit included
Energy-Efficient Features
Built by Lennar in 2021
Energy-efficient construction
Solar system with an affordable lease of only $37/month, helping reduce electricity costs
HOA: $106/month
With the refrigerator, washer, dryer, gazebo, outdoor patio furniture, portable fire pit, Google Nest security system, professionally installed ADT security system, and EV Level 2 charging outlet all included, this home offers exceptional move-in-ready value.

Home Details for 2482 Valdes Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Bedroom
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2282 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Gas RangeDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: See RemarksHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Number of Stories: 2Levels: TwoEntry Location: Main Door
View
No ViewView: None

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached
Pool
Pool: None, Association
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 106Days on Market: 113

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2021
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 008500015000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $489,000Price Per Sqft: $214

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

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

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: DW26079389

Community

Community Features: RuralNot Senior Community

HOA

HOA Name: Moraga of Merced Community AssociationHOA Phone: 800-696-7027Association for this Listing: California Regional MLSHas an HOAHOA Fee: $106/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6216 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Contingencies: Buyer is advised to independently verify the accuracy of all information. Offers must be submitted with a pre-approval letter and proof of funds to bthapa3@gmail.comListing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: DW26079389Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: bthapa3@gmail.comCommon Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06047-N-008500015000-R-N

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Other Courts,Playground,PoolSource Internet Entire Listing Display
Last check for updates: about 21 hours ago
Listing Provided by: Bhakta Thapa DRE #02111735
Realty One Group United
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Source: CRMLS, MLS#DW26079389
Also Listed on CRMLS.

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

Price History for 2482 Valdes Dr

DatePriceEventSource
08/01/2026$489,000PriceChange
CRMLS #DW26079389
07/03/2026$500,000PriceChange
CRMLS #DW26079389
05/12/2026$510,000PriceChange
CRMLS #DW26079389
04/18/2026$520,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #DW26079389
09/28/2022$470,000Sold
N/A
08/30/2022$499,900PendingCRMLS #MC22125762
08/02/2022$499,900PriceChange
CRMLS #MC22125762
07/13/2022$524,900PriceChange
CRMLS #MC22125762
06/16/2022$535,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #MC22125762
02/26/2021$351,500Sold
N/A
12/02/2020$351,300PriceChange
Agent Provided
11/10/2020$350,300PriceChange
Agent Provided
11/03/2020$353,300PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/30/2020$352,300Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$8,476
Assessment$488,988
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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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  • Trulia User
    "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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    "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.
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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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    "You see people walking their dogs all the time. I haven't had a problem with people and their animals."
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Frequently asked questions about 2482 Valdes Dr

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 2482 Valdes Dr?
    Based on a $489,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 2482 Valdes Dr in Merced, CA is approximately $3,037 (about $2,526 principal & interest, $436 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 2482 Valdes Dr compare to homes in Merced?
    2482 Valdes Dr in Merced, CA is listed at $489,000, about 27% above the $384K median sale price in Merced.
  • What do residents say about Merced?
    Residents describe Merced, CA as pedestrian-friendly, well-kept, and dog-friendly. See homes for sale in Merced, CA.
  • What are the closest schools to 2482 Valdes Dr?
    The closest schools to 2482 Valdes Dr in Merced, CA are Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary School (rated 4/10), Golden Valley High School (rated 4/10), Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle School (rated 5/10).
  • Does 2482 Valdes Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 2482 Valdes Dr in Merced, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 2482 Valdes Dr have a pool?
    Yes, 2482 Valdes Dr in Merced, CA has a pool.
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2482 Valdes Dr, Merced, CA 95340 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,282 sqft single-family home built in 2021. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CRMLS on Apr 18, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# DW26079389.