2449 Primrose Ave, Vista, CA 92083
What's special
Perched along an elevated contour in the foothills of Vista, this beautifully upgraded and meticulously maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offers peaceful hillside living, panoramic views, refreshing breezes, and an exceptionally versatile floor plan. Set on an impressive 16,265+ sq. ft. lot—over one-third of an acre—the property delivers space, privacy, flexibility, potential for ADU and value with OWNED SOLAR, TESLA EV Charging Station AND TESLA POWERWALL, no monthly HOA, and no Mello-Roos. Inside, luxury vinyl plank flooring flows throughout, complemented by an upgraded kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a wood-burning fireplace, central A/C, and a tankless water heater. With 3 bedrooms including the primary and the main living spaces located on the upper level, the home lives much like a single story while taking full advantage of the elevated setting and surrounding views. The lower level adds even more versatility with its own separate entrance, kitchen, 1-bedroom, full bath, and stackable washer and dryer. It can be closed off from the main residence, creating an ideal setup for extended family, guests, a private workspace, or potential rental income. Each level also offers its own laundry, including a full-size washer and dryer in the garage. Outside, the oversized yard is a standout—more than one-third of an acre with plenty of room to entertain, garden, play, or simply relax and enjoy the peaceful hillside setting. Another major advantage: the property is NOT located within a High or Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, an increasingly important consideration for today’s buyers and homeowners when evaluating insurance options and ongoing ownership costs. Conveniently located near shopping, schools, and freeways, and within the HIGHLY RATED San Marcos Unified School District, this property offers a rare combination of views, space, flexibility, and everyday convenience.
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, In Garage, Stacked
Features
- Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,187 sqft
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Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Hills, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Sloped Down, Gentle Sloping, Sprinkler System, Value In Land, Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 2170731500
- Zoning: R-1: SINGLE FAM - RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Foothills, Suburban
Location
- Region: Vista
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $443/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $904,909
- Date on market: 9/26/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 24 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Cal Vet Loan,1031 Exchange,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $969,000+15.9%$443/sqft |
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| 11/6/2024 | Listing removed | $3,200$1/sqft |
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| 10/28/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,200+77.8%$1/sqft |
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| 3/13/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/7/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,800$1/sqft |
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| 12/18/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/17/2021 | Sold | $836,000+5.2%$382/sqft |
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| 11/17/2021 | Pending sale | $795,000$364/sqft |
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| 11/11/2021 | Listed for sale | $795,000+48.6%$364/sqft |
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| 8/16/2021 | Sold | $535,000$245/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $904,909 +2% |
| 2025 | $10,793 +5.2% | $887,166 +2% |
| 2024 | $10,257 +1.8% | $869,772 +2% |
| 2023 | $10,079 +1.3% | $852,719 +2% |
| 2022 | $9,951 +147.6% | $836,000 +133.9% |
| 2021 | $4,020 +1% | $357,407 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,981 +2% | $353,743 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,905 +2.4% | $346,808 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,812 +2% | $340,009 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,738 +1.5% | $333,343 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,681 +1.5% | $326,808 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,628 +2.3% | $321,900 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,545 | $315,596 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $314,171 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $308,012 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $301,973 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $299,717 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $300,430 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $294,540 |
Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$958,200
$910,000 - $1.01M
$4,403/mo
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