$1,038,000
SOLD MAY 12, 2026

1091 La Tortuga Dr Vista, CA 92081

Vista Area
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,121 Sq Ft
6,438 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 12, 2026

$489 Per Sq Ft

9% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • RV Garage
  • Solar Power System
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Rancho Buena Vista High School Rated A-
  • Fireplace in Kitchen
  • Covered Patio or Porch

About This Home

As of May 2026

Welcome to this impeccably maintained home where true pride of ownership shines throughout. From the beautifully manicured exterior to the thoughtfully cared for interior, every detail reflects quality and attention. Designed for both comfort and functionality, the home features a highly desirable full bedroom and bathroom on the main level, ideal for guests or multi generational living. The interior offers tasteful updates and a warm, inviting layout that is completely move in ready. Step outside to your private backyard retreat, perfect for entertaining or unwinding, complete with a built in barbecue, jacuzzi, and fire pit, creating the ultimate Southern California lifestyle experience. Additional highlights include paid off solar for energy efficiency and a finished garage, adding both convenience and value. This is a rare opportunity to own a truly turnkey home that has been meticulously cared for inside and out.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tracy Tornatore

Velocity Realty License #02026964 Listed on: 04/15/2026

Last Buyer's Agent

Cherie Harrington

Serhant California, Inc. License #01406076

Serhant California, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

Lot Details

  • 6,438 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Property is zoned R-1:SINGLE

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • RV Garage

Home Design

  • Clay Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,121 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Fireplace in Kitchen

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Power System

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Fire Pit

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • Vista Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

6,438 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1988
  • Unit Levels: 2 Story
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 991218
  • Subdivision Name: Vista
  • Living Area: 2121.0
  • FeedTypes: IDX
  • RFModificationTimestamp: 2026-05-12T23:08:02Z
  • ADU_YesNo: No
  • AgeRestrictions: N/K
  • FullAddress: 1091 La Tortuga
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ShortSale: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Appliances: Solar Panels
  • Fireplace Features: FP in Living Room, Fire Pit, Kitchen
  • Fireplaces: 1

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Full
  • Roof: Tile/Clay
  • Pool Features: N/K
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered

Garage/Parking

  • Garaged Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.0
  • SDMLS_ParkingNonGaraged: 2.0
  • SDMLS_RV_Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Laundry Features: Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • HeatSource: Natural Gas

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6438.0

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 15, 2026
Closed on
May 4, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Tracy Tornatore
Velocity Realty
Buyer's Agent
Cherie Harrington
Serhant California, Inc.
List Price
$949,000
Sold Price
$1,038,000
Premium/Discount to List
$89,000
9.38%
Views
85

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-9.62%
Original Mortgage
$508,000
Outstanding Balance
$507,057
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$508,106

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 4, 2016
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$78,650
Interest Rate
3.72%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 17, 2013
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$334,000
Interest Rate
3.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 22, 2010
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 20, 2009
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$348,570
Interest Rate
4.82%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 24, 2006
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$113,000
Interest Rate
5.85%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 27, 2006
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$113,000
Interest Rate
5.85%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 26, 2005
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
5.55%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 14, 2003
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$351,200
Interest Rate
5.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 1, 1990

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 5, 1988
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,038,000 Lawyers Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Lawyers Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Lawyers Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $355,000 First American Title Ins Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title San
Grant Deed $565,000 Fidelity National Title San
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $439,000 Equity Title Company
Deed $235,000 --
Deed $143,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $508,000 New Conventional
Closed $78,650 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $334,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $348,570 FHA
Previous Owner $113,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $452,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $512,000 Stand Alone First
Previous Owner $125,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $351,200 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/12/2026 05/12/26 Sold $1,038,000 +9.4% $489 / Sq Ft
04/20/2026 04/20/26 Pending -- -- --
04/15/2026 04/15/26 For Sale $949,000 -- $447 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2026 $6,274 $503,043 $263,007 $240,036
2025 $6,274 $493,180 $257,850 $235,330
2024 $5,958 $483,511 $252,795 $230,716
2023 $5,831 $474,032 $247,839 $226,193
2022 $5,816 $464,738 $242,980 $221,758
2021 $5,687 $455,626 $238,216 $217,410
2020 $5,656 $450,955 $235,774 $215,181
2019 $5,575 $442,113 $231,151 $210,962
2018 $5,408 $433,445 $226,619 $206,826
2017 $5,321 $424,947 $222,176 $202,771
2016 $5,124 $416,616 $217,820 $198,796
2015 $5,095 $410,359 $214,549 $195,810
2014 $4,973 $402,322 $210,347 $191,975
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 260008829

San Diego MLS

APN: 166-762-06

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