2491 Moonlight Gln, Escondido, CA 92026
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SOLD
DEC 15, 2025

2491 Moonlight Gln
Escondido, CA 92026

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,380 sqft

$825,000

Last Sold: Dec 15, 2025
3% below list $850K
$598/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $5,077/mo*
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$825,000

Last Sold: Dec 15, 2025
3% below list $850K
$598/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $5,077/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,380 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1997
Living Area
1,380 sqft
Price/Sqft
$598/sqft
Parking
Garage
HOA
$250/Monthly

About this House

Beautifully updated single-level home nestled within the highly sought-after guard-gated community of Emerald Heights. Perched high above Escondido, Emerald Heights is nestled on the border of San Marcos, offering expansive views that stretch across the valley and out to the ocean. Step through the formal entry into a bright, open floor plan filled with natural light. The inviting living room, complete with a cozy fireplace, flows seamlessly to a private low-maintenance patio where you can relax and soak in the scenery. A formal dining space complements the stylish eat-in kitchen, recently refreshed with quartz countertops, new appliances, fixtures, and fresh paint. The private primary suite features patio access, a walk-in shower, and a spacious bath. Two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and ample storage provide flexibility for guests, family, or a home office. Fresh paint, new flooring, quartz surfaces, and modern fixtures make this move-in-ready home shine. The attached 2-car garage includes storage and laundry. Enjoy resort-style living with Emerald Heights’ unmatched amenities: a pool, spa, fitness center, tennis, pickleball, basketball courts, clubhouse, kids pools, and playground. The community thrives with year-round events, including holiday celebrations, parades, music nights, and more, creating a vibrant neighborhood spirit. Don't miss the chance to experience an incredible lifestyle with this rare single-level home.
2491 Moonlight Gln, Escondido, CA 92026 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,380 sqft single-family home built in 1997. It last sold for $825,000 on Dec 15, 2025 (3% below the $849,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $896,000, with a rent estimate of $3,509/month.

Home Details for 2491 Moonlight Gln

Interior Features

Interior Details
Ceiling Fan
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1380 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Oven, Gas Stove, Gas Cooking, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDryerLaundry: Other/RemarksMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air UnitAir Conditioning: Central Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air Unit
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: FP in Living RoomSpa: Community/Common, Heated, Yes
Gas & Electric
Has Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Linoleum/Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 2Levels: 2 StoryFloors: Linoleum Vinyl
View
Has a ViewView: Evening Lights, Mountains/Hills, Parklike, Neighborhood
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire Sprinklers, Gated Community, On Site Guard, Smoke Detector

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Tile ClayPatio / Porch: Concrete, Covered, Patio, SlabFencing: Full, Gate
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Attached,Garage Door Opener
Pool
Pool: Association, Below Ground, Community/Common, Exercise, Heated, Lap
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Connected

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1997
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Building Name: EMERALD HEIGHTSConstruction Materials: Stucco
Property Information
Condition: TurnkeyParcel Number: 1876804100

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $849,900Price Per Sqft: $598/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Nov 24 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: SOLD

Location

Direction & Address
City: EscondidoCommunity: NORTH ESCONDIDO
School Information
Elementary School District: San Marcos Unified School DistriJr High / Middle School District: San Marcos Unified School DistriHigh School District: San Marcos Unified School Distri

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1380 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Clubhouse/Rec Room, Exercise Room, Gated Community, On-Site Guard, Playground, Pool, Recreation Area, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis CourtsUnits in Building: 690
Other
Playground

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Gated Community, Limited InsuranceHOA Name: Emerald Heights HOAAssociation for this Listing: SDMLSHOA Fee: $250/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3920.4 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 250042581Showing Service Name: ShowingTime

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Club House,Gym/Ex Room,Playground,Spa,Barbecue,PoolSource Internet Entire Listing Display
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Chad Dannecker DRE #01459513, (619) 658-3603
Compass
Bought with: Natalia Goloborodko DRE #02147051, (925) 286-4626, Real Brokerage Technologies
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Source: SDMLS, MLS#250042581

Price History for 2491 Moonlight Gln

DatePriceEventSource
12/15/2025$825,000Sold
SDMLS #250042581
11/26/2025$849,900PendingSDMLS #250042581
11/21/2025$849,900PriceChange
SDMLS #250042581
10/25/2025$859,900Listed For SaleSDMLS #250042581
10/25/2025$879,900ListingRemovedSDMLS #250037646
09/30/2025$879,900PriceChange
SDMLS #250037646
08/29/2025$889,900Listed For SaleSDMLS #250037646
12/06/1996$173,000Sold
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Market trends in Escondido

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$831K
$12.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$475
$15MoM
Available listings
393
23MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,216
Assessment$281,408
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 2491 Moonlight Gln

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2507 Starlight Gln, Escondido, CA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$785,000
06/08/26
3
2
1,380
2466 Bear Rock Gln, Escondido, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$910,000
01/20/26
3
2.5
1,620
2488 Bear Rock Gln, Escondido, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$916,000
07/23/26
3
2.5
1,620
2022 Highland View Gln, Escondido, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$895,000
01/20/26
3
2
1,840
2317 Canyon View Gln, Escondido, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$940,000
06/29/26
3
2
1,964
2412 Starlight Gln, Escondido, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$865,000
04/08/26
4
2.5
2,063
2538 Sea Scape Gln, Escondido, CA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$895,000
08/22/25
4
2.5
2,336
2471 Bear Rock Gln, Escondido, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,062,500
05/22/26
3
2.5
1,935
2451 Country View Gln, Escondido, CA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$1,130,000
03/05/26
5
3
2,330

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What Locals Say about Escondido

At least 954 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 85 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 64 % Say parking is easy

  • 56 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

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

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 49 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 25 % Say there are community events

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    "Escondido gets a bad rap, people focus on the bad. It’s full of amazing people, businesses and communities!"
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    "The commute from Escondido to Carlsbad is absolutely horrendous at any time of the day. The 78 is too small of a freeway into San Marcos is just terrible. "
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  • Macguard45
    "There is a large park down the street but there are not always neighborhoods in this area. It’s more country "
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    "We live in a fairly large cul de sac most of us socialize often and keep watch over friends that are out of town "
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    " I work from home so I only leave to go to the store or restaurant and what not. Freeway access is easy and traffic is so so"
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  • Craig Racicot
    "We have an annual start of summer block party and winter holiday gatherings. We have supported various neighborhood youngsters in their fundraising efforts, as well as contributed to many food caravans for neighbors in need due medical issues or loss of a spouse. "
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  • Macguard45
    "My neighborhood is spacious and feels free. There are parks down the street and lots of open space as well as a creek"
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    "It’s rural but not desolate. We feel safe and are also away from the hustle and bustle of the town, so we get to live a country life "
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    "Harmony Grove is fantastic, Escondido has great pockets of safe neighborhoods, not all is safe. There are homeless even in the nicer areas. "
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    "Lots of kids in the area nice calm I feel like it’s alot of older crowd mostly in some areas the rest are young n young adults "
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    "The Renaissance fair, ophelia winery, the wild animal Park, lots of walking trails you feel like you’re in the country, but cities right around the corner"
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    "There are a lot of friendly dogs and owners. There’s a lot of green grass and trees and plenty places to walk your dog"
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    "They’re not a whole lot of open green spaces if you don’t live near Kit Carson or grape day park. And there are some mean dogs around… you have to be careful. "
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  • Judy Gervasio
    "We live close to beautiful Lake Wohlford. It’s a quiet, dead end street. Very peaceful. Lots of oak trees. Great walking area. "
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    "Friendly, diverse and considerate people. Close to freeways, shopping,breweries and restaurants. Great schools and Neighbors look out for each other."
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  • Andrewjaybiel
    "Regardless, of what you hear or read. Literally, Escondido and the rest of North county, is truly family thought out and driven. It’s like every where. You’ll have your little pockets of ares where things happen. But, it’s a family oriented place. "
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    "I love living here, our neighborhood is beautiful. The only downside is that the schools are not the best. "
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    "Warm weather and warm people. Escondido is beautiful and a wonderful place to live. It is incredibly walkable - remarkably safe "
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    "I love the Historic District, it’s very family oriented and has so many cute historic homes. I take my dog for long walks in this area. It’s very safe and the neighbors are very friendly!"
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    "I love how charming this community and neighborhood is, and all of my neighbors are very friendly! Such a great place to live"
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    "I love the Historic District so much! It has such old beautiful historic homes. It is a safe and enjoyable area for locals to explore and enjoy being right near downtown night life: restaurants, bars and shops."
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    "You can get to know your neighbors. Lots of holiday cheer here. Awesome place to live single or with a family "
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    "There is a weekly car showing on the Main Street, grand Ave, every Friday night throughout the summer. It is awesome"
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    "Old Escondido is charming! There’s an annual Mother’s Day historic house tour and in the summer months, residents can walk to Cruisin’ Grand—a weekly vintage car show in the center of town!"
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  • Trulia User
    "no enough dog park or animal friendly places. but they would like it cause almost everyone has a dog"
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    "I’ve lived here over 10 years. Downtown is a wonderful distraction. Old Escondido gives a small town friendliness but minutes from everything else. Mountains, bays and beaches. I love it."
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  • Efren M.
    "Lived here all my life and love Escondido. Great neighbors and always something to do, grand Avenue is full of places to eat and drink, have a good time and spend time with friends. "
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    "I see many dog owners like walking in the neighborhood. I’m a dogs owner too. Love Escondido area very much!"
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  • Kevin
    "Such a charming are that makes you feel a pet of a small town but just a hop, skip, and jump away from the city and hustle and bustle."
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    "Community is great for small dogs . Sidewalks are available to walk on or side dirt small hike area big grass area for them to run and play "
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    "there are some neighborhoods that are okay but for the most part it isnt a safe place anymore. you there is a dog park by the humane society "
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    "Quiet and every one has each other’s back. Very quiet neighborhood and many walk in the neighborhood at evening time. Feel very safe... just as in the neighborhood I grew up in years ago.. "
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  • Joe A.
    "Not bad. The commute up to Temecula is pretty bad between 3 pm and 8pm. Although I am close to the freeway, it can take up to 15 min to get to it."
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    "5 minutes away from work. Back roads only. Very convenient; never any traffic. I like how short the commute is! "
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