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Property Description
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!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1271 Alta Vista Dr
General
- Price: $979,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: NDP2606328
- Updated: Today (7/2/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Walk-In Closet, Primary Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Family Room, Primary Bathroom
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Wood Burning, Living Room
- Eating Areas: In Family Room
- Appliances: Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher
- Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer Included, Dryer Included
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
Exterior
- Deck/Patio: Patio, Deck
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Driveway, Garage (Two Doors)
Location
- County: San Diego
- Driving Directions: Look for a sign to turn off of Alta Vista. It is at the end of a private drive.
School Information
- School District: Vista Unified
- Elementary School: FOKELE
- High School: VISTA
Community
- Community Features: Foothills
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Whole House Fan, Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cottage
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Roof: Composition
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Windows: Double-Pane Windows, Bay Window(s)
- Doors: French Doors
- Entry Location: 1
- Stories/Levels: One
- Stories Description: One
- Square Feet: 1,760
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1974
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
Lot Features
- Property View: Neighborhood, Hills
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 0.26
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Irrigation System: Sprinkler System
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
- Lot Description: Sprinklers in Front, Landscaped, Sprinklers Timer, Front Yard, Sprinkler System, Lawn
- Fencing (Description): Chain Link, Partial
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $556.25
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
Listed by Aare, Sharyn Seymour
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Schools
Schools serving 1271 Alta Vista Dr
School District:Vista Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Foothill Oak Elementary School 1370 Oak Drive, Vista, CA 92084 | PK-5 | 0.9 mi |
Roosevelt Middle School, Oceanside, CA 850 Sagewood Drive, Oceanside, CA 92057 | 6-8 | 3.9 mi |
Vista High School 1 Panther Way, Vista, CA 92084 | 9-12 | 1.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1271 Alta Vista Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/02/2026
Listed
$979,000
80.88%
MLS
10/15/2018
Sold
$541,250
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1271 Alta Vista Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$8,581
8%
$690,500
4%
2023
$7,956
—
$663,689
2%
2022
$7,938
2%
$650,676
2%
2021
$7,763
—
$637,919
1%
2020
$7,725
1%
$631,379
2%
2019
$7,615
184%
$619,000
148%
2018
$2,681
-19%
$249,779
2%
2017
$3,305
2%
$244,882
2%
2016
$3,228
1%
$240,081
2%
2015
$3,207
2%
$236,475
2%
2014
$3,132
—
$231,844
—
2013
$3,127
—
$230,797
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1271 Alta Vista Drive, Vista, CA 92084 (MLS# NDP2606328) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 1271 Alta Vista Drive is currently listed for $979,000 and was received on July 02, 2026. Want to learn more about 1271 Alta Vista Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Vista? You can browse all Vista real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

