SAN DIEGO COUNTY · 0 FT TO 6,000 FT

San Diego County real estate, from sea level to the mountains.

Buying or selling in San Diego, Oceanside or Scripps Ranch? Work with a broker who has sold every elevation of this county since 1999, from the coast to the backcountry.

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Mary Ellen Haywood, San Diego County real estate broker
Mary Ellen HaywoodBROKER ASSOCIATE · SINCE 1999
OCEANSIDE 0 FT CORONADO 0 FT SAN DIEGO ~60 FT LA MESA ~530 FT SCRIPPS RANCH ~900 FT ALPINE ~1,840 FT DESCANSO ~3,400 FT PINE VALLEY ~3,700 FT MOUNT LAGUNA ~5,700 FT
25+YEARS IN SD COUNTY DRECA #01264878 5.0GOOGLE RATING ★
CALL(619) 994-5515 EMAILmaryellenhaywood@gmail.com
FIELD GUIDE · 01

Choose your elevation.

Every band of this county buys and sells differently. Prices, inspections, insurance and lifestyle change with the altitude. Start where you want to live.

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FIELD GUIDE · 02

Mountain, ranch and rural property.

Rural deals die on details city agents never check. I clear them before you commit.

  • 01Well yield and water quality
  • 02Septic inspection
  • 03Fire zone and defensible space
  • 04Insurance before contingencies
  • 05Road access and snow
  • 06Owned land or Forest Service permit
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FIELD GUIDE · 03

Your next chapter, planned once.

For homeowners 55+ and the families helping them. One plan, one move, equity protected.

  • Prop 19Carry your low property tax base to your next California home.
  • Right-sizeSingle-level homes, 55+ communities and condos across the county.
  • Estate and trustInherited homes sold with care and clear paperwork.
  • The teamMovers, estate sales, cleanouts and CPA referrals coordinated for you.
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OFF THE MLS · REAL LIFE

Selling San Diego since 1999. Still out on the water on weekends.

Listing tours, market takes and the occasional fishing trip. This is who you get when you hire Mary Ellen.

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JUST LISTED748 Boiling Springs, Mount Laguna POVYou buy the house for the view WEEKENDDeep-sea fishing, broker off duty TEAMBack to the 80s at the office

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Current listings from Mary Ellen, from Mount Laguna cabins to East County homes.

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CLIENT REVIEWS

What her clients say.

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★★★★★

“Mary Ellen was an absolute rockstar throughout buying our first home. She helped my wife and I close on an amazing property and was such a tremendous advocate for us!”

Aaron R.BOUGHT FIRST HOME
★★★★★

“We couldn't ask for a better realtor than Mary Ellen Haywood, she's extremely knowledgeable … From start to finish, she was there to help out and make the process seamless. We were thrilled!”

Nancy R.SOLD THEIR HOME
★★★★★

“There are not enough wonderful things I can say about Mary Ellen! … As a first-time home buyer whose husband was out of state during the search, she held my hand through every step and reassured me when I had doubts.”

Victoria V.BOUGHT FIRST HOME
★★★★★

“Excellent realtor, highly recommended!!”

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QUICK ANSWERS

Straight answers to the questions everyone asks.

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What is my San Diego home worth?

What comparable homes nearby sold for in the last 90 days, adjusted for size, condition, lot and view. Online estimates miss microclimates, view premiums and acreage, so a broker valuation is the number to price from.

What should I inspect on a mountain home?

Well yield and water quality, septic, roof and chimney, propane, road access, defensible space, and whether the land is owned or under a Forest Service permit.

How does Prop 19 work if I'm 55 or older?

You can move your property tax base to a replacement primary home anywhere in California, up to three times, if you buy within two years of selling. Confirm the details with the County Assessor or a CPA.

Can I insure a home in a high fire zone?

Yes, with fewer options and higher premiums. Many owners pair the California FAIR Plan with a difference-in-conditions policy. Get quotes during your inspection period.