2482 Valdes Dr, Merced, CA 95340
2482 Valdes Dr, Merced, CA 95340
Property Description
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.
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Comparative Market Analysis
Affordable Tier · 5 active · 5 closed
Merced · Single Family Residence
Listed in line with the median closed sale of $500,000. Closed comps sold at 100% of list — strong seller's market.
Price Position
Aligned with the market — fair pricing for the comps.
Active Properties (5)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4869 Langley Way | Merced | 2015 | 5 | 3 | 2,288 | 6,903 | $234 | $535,000 | 51 | 96 |
| 3774 Magellan | Merced | 2020 | 4 | 3 | 2,282 | 6,215 | $208 | $474,900 | 101 | 94 |
| 2413 Explorador | Merced | 2021 | 4 | 3 | 2,111 | 6,789 | $232 | $489,000 | 12 | 93 |
| 4866 Mari Cruz Lane | Merced | 2026 | 4 | 3 | 2,203 | 5,839 | $234 | $516,548 | 58 | 92 |
| 2343 Explorador | Merced | 2020 | 4 | 3 | 2,111 | 5,036 | $224 | $472,500 | 12 | 92 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 4.2 | 3.0 | 2,199 | 6,156.4 | $226.4 | $497,589.6 | 46.8 | |||
| Median | 2,203 | $489,000 | ||||||||
Closed Properties (5)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4824 Mari Cruz Lane | Merced | 2026 | 10/07/2026 | 5 | 3 | 2,203 | 5,923 | $522,062 | $530,000 | $241 | 1.01 | 122 | 97 |
| 2415 Explorador | Merced | 2021 | 08/03/2026 | 5 | 3 | 2,502 | 7,351 | $497,000 | $492,000 | $197 | 0.99 | 111 | 94 |
| 4407 Pickworth Court | Merced | 2021 | 07/31/2026 | 4 | 3 | 2,202 | 5,399 | $495,000 | $500,000 | $227 | 1.01 | 88 | 93 |
| 3559 Santa Maria Avenue | Merced | 2004 | 09/28/2026 | 5 | 3 | 2,374 | 5,920 | $550,000 | $550,000 | $232 | 1.00 | 79 | 92 |
| 324 Shafer Trail Court | Merced | 2021 | 10/05/2026 | 5 | 4 | 2,554 | 5,000 | $485,000 | $485,000 | $190 | 1.00 | 127 | 91 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 4.8 | 3.2 | 2,367 | 5,918.6 | $511,400 | $511,400 | $217.4 | — | 105.4 | ||||
| Median | 2,374 | $500,000 | $500,000 | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.