$1,180,000
SOLD JUL 21, 2025

1131 Vale Terrace Dr Vista, CA 92084

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,277 Sq Ft
0.97 Acres

Recently Sold

$518 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

79 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • 42,253 Sq Ft lot
  • Retreat
  • Solar Power System
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Home Office

About This Home

As of July 2025

New exterior paint! Owned solar! Exceptional privacy, gated ONE ACRE minutes from downtown Vista and North County beaches. Tucked away on a sprawling, fully-fenced acre, this stunning Vista home offers privacy, space, and endless possibilities. A gated entrance leads to this charming ranch-style home, where a warm and inviting cottage-style door sets the tone for the welcoming and spacious interior. Enjoy an open-concept living area, where LVP flooring, soaring ceilings, and a glowing fireplace create an inviting ambiance. The spacious primary suite is a true retreat, featuring its own sitting area, fireplace, spa-like bath, and an oversized walk-in closet. The recently updated kitchen is a chef's oasis. A newer roof, HVAC system, and custom garage door elevate the home’s comfort, style, and long-term value. Step outside to a sparkling pool surrounded by lush landscaping—perfect for relaxing or entertaining under the California sun. Located across from Brengle Terrace Park—home to the Moonlight Amphitheater and Alta Vista Botanical Gardens—this home is just minutes from vibrant downtown Vista. With ample space to add a 1,200 sq. ft. ADU and carve out a JADU, this property is a rare opportunity for multigenerational living, rental income, or creating your dream estate. A must-see gem—don’t miss this one! New exterior paint! Owned solar! Exceptional privacy, gated ONE ACRE minutes from downtown Vista and North County beaches. Come & escape to your own private compound in the hills of Vista. This rare acre offers tranquility, mature trees, and space to expand. Inside, discover natural light, thoughtful design, and flexible living spaces ideal for creativity or comfort. The backyard is a hidden paradise with a pool ready for summer. Minutes from parks, culture, and downtown—but worlds away in feel. Opportunity awaits with room to build and grow. A lifestyle property with heart and soul.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa De Jesus

Henry Wright Realty License #01924360 Listed on: 04/11/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Mindy Pometto

Compass License #01858537

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,593

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 0.97 Acre Lot
  • Gated Home
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Electric Fence
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Uncovered Parking

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,277 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Workshop
  • Storage Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Retreat
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Pool Equipment or Cover

Additional Features

  • Solar Power System
  • Separate Water Meter

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 177-052-03-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,593

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Market Area: North County
  • Cross Street: Ponderosa
  • Neighborhood: Alta Vista
  • Supplement: New exterior paint! Owned solar! Exceptional privacy, gated ONE ACRE minutes from downtown Vista and North County beaches. Come & escape to your own private compound in the hills of Vista. This rare acre offers tranquility, mature trees, and space to expand. Inside, discover natural light, thoughtful design, and flexible living spaces ideal for creativity or comfort. The backyard is a hidden paradise with a pool ready for summer. Minutes from parks, culture, and downtown—but worlds away in feel. Opportunity awaits with room to build and grow. A lifestyle property with heart and soul.
  • LP / Sq Ft: 509.44
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 518.23
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 518.23
  • Stories: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1956
  • A D U Yes No: No
  • Allow Comments Review: Yes
  • Internet Address Field: Full Address
  • Internet Syndication Y N: Yes
  • Keyword1: 1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Disposal, Garage Door Opener, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Free Standing Range
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Fp In Living Room, Fp In Master Br, Gas
  • Searchable Rooms: Bedroom Entry Level, Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Dining Room/Separate, Master Retreat, MBR Entry Level, Office, Storage Room, Workshop, Retreat, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Laundry, Master Bathroom, Walk-In Closet
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 27x15
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2277
  • Total Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Wood/Stucco
  • Fencing: Full, Gate, Electric
  • Pool: Below Ground, Private
  • Roof: Composition, Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Non Garage Parking: Uncovered, Driveway
  • Garage Spaces: 6
  • Parking Spaces Total: 8

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Laundry Utilities: Electric, Gas
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: .5 to 1 AC
  • Topography: Level, Slope Gentle
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 177-052-03-00
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 42253

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 11, 2025
Closed on
Jul 7, 2025
Sold by
Cary D Reese D and Cary Christine C
Bought by
Sanchez Family Trust and Sanchez
Seller's Agent
Lisa De Jesus
Henry Wright Realty
Buyer's Agent
Mindy Pometto
Compass
List Price
$1,239,000
Sold Price
$1,180,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$59,000
-4.76%
Views
195

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-11.69%
Original Mortgage
$944,000
Outstanding Balance
$944,000
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$215,635

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 18, 2022
Sold by
Reese Cary D
Bought by
Cary D Reese & Christine C Reese Revocable Tr and Ree Christine

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 7, 2016
Sold by
Puente Michael T and Puente Beth D
Bought by
Reese Cary D and Reese Christine C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$614,227
Interest Rate
3.48%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 19, 2001
Sold by
Fuente Michael T and Fuente Beth D
Bought by
Fuente Michael T and Fuente Beth D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$343,800
Interest Rate
6.97%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 18, 1999
Sold by
Puente Michael T and Puente Beth D
Bought by
Puente Michael T and Puente Beth D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$268,000
Interest Rate
6.77%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 20, 1995
Sold by
Puente Michael T and Puente Beth D
Bought by
Puente Michael T and Puente Beth D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$40,000
Interest Rate
7.46%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 23, 1994
Sold by
Puente Michael T and Damon Puente Beth A
Bought by
Puente Michael T and Puente Beth D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 16, 1994
Sold by
Damon Phillip P and Damon Charlotte F
Bought by
Puente Michael T and Damon Puente Beth A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 28, 1987
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,180,000 Chicago Title
Quit Claim Deed -- Carlino Christine A
Grant Deed $637,000 First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Benefit Land Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- United Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed $159,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $944,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $679,945 VA
Previous Owner $614,227 VA
Previous Owner $150,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $348,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $343,800 No Value Available
Previous Owner $268,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $33,500 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $40,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/21/2025 07/21/25 Sold $1,180,000 +1.7% $518 / Sq Ft
06/30/2025 06/30/25 Pending -- -- --
06/26/2025 06/26/25 Price Changed $1,160,000 -6.4% $509 / Sq Ft
06/23/2025 06/23/25 Price Changed $1,239,000 0.0% $544 / Sq Ft
06/23/2025 06/23/25 For Sale $1,239,000 +5.0% $544 / Sq Ft
06/07/2025 06/07/25 Off Market $1,180,000 -- --
05/14/2025 05/14/25 For Sale $1,275,000 0.0% $560 / Sq Ft
05/10/2025 05/10/25 Pending -- -- --
04/11/2025 04/11/25 For Sale $1,275,000 0.0% $560 / Sq Ft
04/05/2025 04/05/25 Price Changed $1,275,000 -- $560 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

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
2025 $8,593 $739,283 $179,075 $560,208
2024 $8,593 $724,788 $175,564 $549,224
2023 $8,403 $710,577 $172,122 $538,455
2022 $8,383 $696,646 $168,748 $527,898
2021 $8,197 $682,988 $165,440 $517,548
2020 $14,629 $675,986 $163,744 $512,242
2019 $14,501 $662,733 $160,534 $502,199
2018 $14,136 $649,739 $157,387 $492,352
2017 $122 $637,000 $154,301 $482,699
2016 $3,931 $304,095 $73,661 $230,434
2015 $3,907 $299,528 $72,555 $226,973
2014 $3,815 $293,661 $71,134 $222,527
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 250023514

San Diego MLS

APN: 177-052-03