Welcome to this charming retreat! Tucked away on a private road, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and income potential. The heart of the home is the stunning open-concept kitchen, featuring a massive center island, modern finishes, recessed lighting, and seamless flow into the spacious living area. Cozy up around the charming shiplap wood-burning fireplace or open the French doors to the deck, where you'll enjoy serene views of lush green trees—the perfect spot for morning coffee or sunsets. Loads of charm and natural light fill the home through a beautiful bay window overlooking the front lawn, while thoughtful upgrades throughout include updated interior doors, modern baseboards, recessed lighting in the living room, and can lighting in the kitchen. The primary suite features a remodeled bathroom with a gorgeous walk-in shower and two skylights that fill the space with natural light. Downstairs, you'll find an incredible, fully equipped granny flat with its own private entrance, full kitchen, and bathroom. This could be a 4th bedroom. It is ideal for multigenerational living, hosting guests, generating rental income, or serving as an awesome family room. Outside, the beautiful yard features drought-tolerant landscaping and mature trees that create exceptional privacy. The spacious back patio is perfect for entertaining family and friends, while the oversized driveway offers convenient RV parking. If you're looking for a move-in-ready home with modern updates, privacy, beautiful views, and outstanding flexibility for additional income, this is one you won't want to miss!
For sale
Listed by: AARE • Sharyn Seymour • Contact: 760-801-3882
$979,000
1271 Alta Vista Dr, Vista, CA 92084
4beds
1,760sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1974
0 Square Feet Lot
$969,900 Zestimate®
$556/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listed by:
Sharyn Seymour DRE #01273797 sharyn@aare.com,
AARE
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NDP2606328
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)Loading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Remodeled, Solid Surface Counters, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Whole House Fan
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
Features
- Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Bay Window(s), Double Pane Windows
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,760 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Door-Multi, Driveway, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills, Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0 Square Feet
- Features: Front Yard, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System
Details
- Parcel number: 1760910300
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled,Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1974
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Foothills
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Vista
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $556/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $690,500
- Annual tax amount: $8,581
- Date on market: 7/2/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
Estimated market value
$969,900
$921,000 - $1.02M
$3,313/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $979,000+58.2%$556/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #NDP2606328 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2018 | Sold | $619,000$352/sqft |
Source:  Glendale AOR ZDD #180055754 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2018 | Price change | $619,000-1.6%$352/sqft |
Source: Sabrina Covington, Broker #180055754 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2018 | Price change | $629,000-3.1%$357/sqft |
Source: Realty ONE Group-San Diego #180050322 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2018 | Price change | $649,000-0.1%$369/sqft |
Source: Realty ONE Group-San Diego #180045757 Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2018 | Listed for sale | $649,900+51.1%$369/sqft |
Source: Realty ONE Group-San Diego #180045757 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2018 | Sold | $430,000-3.4%$244/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2018 | Pending sale | $445,000$253/sqft |
Source: Tarbell, REALTORS #SW18120503 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2018 | Listed for sale | $445,000-10.8%$253/sqft |
Source: Tarbell, REALTORS #SW18120503 Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2018 | Sold | $499,000+7.5%$284/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2018 | Price change | $464,000-1.1%$264/sqft |
Source: Help-U-Sell Coast & Valley #170055481 Report a problem | ||
| 1/9/2018 | Price change | $469,000-1.3%$266/sqft |
Source: Help-U-Sell Coast & Valley #170055481 Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2018 | Price change | $475,000+8.2%$270/sqft |
Source: Help-U-Sell Coast & Valley #170055481 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2017 | Pending sale | $439,000$249/sqft |
Source: Help-U-Sell Coast & Valley #170055481 Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2017 | Listed for sale | $439,000+146.6%$249/sqft |
Source: Help-U-Sell Coast & Valley #170055481 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2017 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Hudson & Marshall Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2017 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 11/20/1997 | Sold | $178,000$101/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,581 +5.5% | $690,500 +2% |
| 2024 | $8,134 +2.2% | $676,962 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,956 +0.2% | $663,689 +2% |
| 2022 | $7,938 +2.3% | $650,676 +2% |
| 2021 | $7,763 +0.5% | $637,919 +1% |
| 2020 | $7,725 +12.4% | $631,379 +2% |
| 2019 | $6,872 +156.3% | $619,000 +147.8% |
| 2018 | $2,681 -18.9% | $249,779 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,305 +2.4% | $244,882 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,228 +0.7% | $240,081 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,207 +2.4% | $236,475 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,132 | $231,844 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $230,797 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $226,272 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $221,836 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $220,179 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $220,703 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $216,376 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $212,134 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $207,976 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $203,899 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $199,902 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $196,239 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $192,392 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $188,620 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92084
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Foothill Oak Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 3/10Roosevelt Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4 mi
- 4/10Vista High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Foothill Oak
- High: Vista
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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