NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1156 La Tortuga Dr Vista, CA 92081

Estimated Value: $966,000 - $1,032,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,890 Sq Ft
$523/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 15, 2019

Last sale price $590,000 $312 Per Sq Ft

Est. 60% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,812/month

Highlights

  • Parking available for a boat
  • Gated Parking
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Rancho Buena Vista High School Rated A-
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Corner Lot

About This Home

As of April 2019

This beautiful property has been customized with many features like stained glass found in entryway & kitchen and master bath cabinets & bathroom windows. Kitchen has newly refinished solid oak cabinets, tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Custom tile throughout first floor & new walnut wood flooring hall & stairs.Bedrooms engineered wood floors.Insulated bamboo window treatments on 1st floor & bamboo blinds on 2nd floor. Designer lighting in every room,ceiling fans in bedrooms & master bath. Fresh paint and crown molding trim in every room. Bathrooms are designer upgraded sinks, tile, fixtures, and vanities. Master bedroom & bath have custom solid Mahogany wood sliding closet doors with lots of storage. Includes Samsung oversize washer & dryer. Custom cooking island with brand new BBQ and cast iron cooktop next to the Flagstone patio including patio furniture with umbrellas. Tropical garden has an auto drip system and decorative stone. New retention wall along side of the property where there's plenty of space to park an RV or boat.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michelle Noll

Folio Real Estate License #01465695 Listed on: 04/06/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Thomas Dinh Nguyen

Golden Century Investments License #01179972

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,715

Year Built

  • Built in 1989 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 10,622 Sq Ft Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Wood Fence
  • Fence is in excellent condition
  • Landscaped
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Private Yard
  • Property is zoned R-1:SINGLE

Parking

  • 3 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Unpaved Driveway
  • Gated Parking
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Parking available for a boat
  • RV Access or Parking

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Spanish Tile Roof
  • Clay Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1,890 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Formal Entry
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Tile Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range
  • Built-In Range
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Sprinklers on Timer

Outdoor Features

  • Stone Porch or Patio
  • Outdoor Grill

Utilities

  • Separate Water Meter
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 166-761-06-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,715

Year Built

Built in 1989 | Remodeled

Lot Details

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Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean/Spanish
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Market Area: North County
  • Cross Street: Breeze Hill or Pomelo
  • Neighborhood: Vista Point
  • Supplement: Fresh paint and crown molding trim in every room. Bathrooms are designer upgraded sinks, tile, fixtures, and vanities. Master bedroom & bath have custom solid Mahogany wood sliding closet doors with lots of storage. Includes Samsung oversize washer & dryer. Custom cooking island with brand new BBQ and cast iron cooktop next to the Flagstone patio including patio furniture with umbrellas. Tropical garden has an auto drip system and decorative stone. New retention wall along side of the property where there's plenty of space to park an RV or boat.
  • Estimated Living Space: 1,500 to 1,999 SqFt
  • LP / Sq Ft: 322.75
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 312.17
  • Residential Unit Location: Detached
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 312.17
  • Stories: 2 Story
  • Stories In Building: 2
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Allow Comments Review: No
  • Internet Address Field: No Address
  • Internet Syndication Y N: No
  • Keyword1: 1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Bathtub, Ceiling Fan, Crown Moldings, Granite Counters, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Shower, Shower In Tub, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceiling
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Built In Range, Grill, Recirculated Exhaust Fan, Barbecue, Gas Cooking
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Fp In Family Room
  • Searchable Rooms: Breakfast Area, Dining Room/Separate, Family Room, Formal Entry, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, All Bedrooms Up, Entry, Foyer, Laundry, Master Bathroom, Separate Family Room, Walk-In Closet
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15x12
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1890
  • Total Bathrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Stucco
  • Fencing: Partial, Excellent Condition, Privacy, Wood
  • Patio: Stone/Tile, Patio, Patio Open
  • Roof: Tile/Clay, Spanish Tile
  • Exclusive Use Yard: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Parking for RV: Gated, On-Site Parking
  • Garage Details: Attached, Direct Garage Access, Garage Door Opener
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Non Garage Parking: Uncovered, Driveway, Boat, Driveway - Concrete, Driveway - Unpaved, Off Street, On Site, Oversized, Parking Space, Private
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Spaces Total: 6

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Community: VISTA

Lot Info

  • Irrigation: Automatic, Drip
  • Lot Size: 7,500-10,889 SF
  • Site: Corner Lot, Sidewalks, Street Paved, Landscaped, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
  • Topography: Level, Slope Steep
  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 166-761-06-00
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 10622
  • Estimated Number of Acres: 0.24
  • Map Code Column: E
  • Map Code Page: 1107
  • Map Code Row: 1

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 6, 2019
Closed on
Mar 28, 2019
Sold by
Eme James L and Eme Diane L
Bought by
Manoukian Samuel and Manoukian Taleen A
Seller's Agent
Michelle Noll
Folio Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Thomas Dinh Nguyen
Golden Century Investments
List Price
$610,000
Sold Price
$590,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-3.28%
Current Estimated Value
$944,160

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$354,160
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.17%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 2002
Sold by
Charles James J and Nunez Charles Yorbileth
Bought by
Eme James L and Eme Diane L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Interest Rate
6.6%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 30, 2001
Sold by
Charles James J
Bought by
Charles James J and Nunez Charles Yorbileth

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 21, 2001
Sold by
Nunez Charles Yorbelith
Bought by
Charles James J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$235,800
Interest Rate
7.15%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 22, 2001
Sold by
Humphrey Robert E and Humphrey Roberta J
Bought by
Charles James J and Nunez Charles Yorbileth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$235,800
Interest Rate
7.15%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 9, 1993
Sold by
Humphrey Robert E
Bought by
Humphrey Robert E and Humphrey Roberta J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$137,500
Interest Rate
7.21%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 27, 1988
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Manoukian Samuel $590,000 Corinthian Title Company
Eme James L $330,000 Chicago Title Co
Charles James J -- California Title Company
Charles James J -- California Title
Charles James J $265,000 California Title Company
Humphrey Robert E -- Southland Title Corporation
-- $144,400 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Eme James L $316,400
Previous Owner Eme James L $335,000
Previous Owner Eme James L $281,000
Previous Owner Eme James L $180,000
Previous Owner Charles James J $235,800
Previous Owner Humphrey Robert E $20,000
Previous Owner Humphrey Robert E $137,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/15/2019 04/15/19 Sold $590,000 -3.3% $312 / Sq Ft
04/06/2019 04/06/19 For Sale $610,000 +23406.7% $323 / Sq Ft
03/25/2019 03/25/19 Pending -- -- --
09/24/2016 09/24/16 Under Contract -- -- --
09/02/2016 09/02/16 Price Changed $2,595 0.0% $1 / Sq Ft
09/01/2016 09/01/16 Rented $2,595 -3.7% --
08/15/2016 08/15/16 For Rent $2,695 -- --
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 $7,715 $658,150 $358,993 $299,157
2024 $7,715 $645,246 $351,954 $293,292
2023 $7,545 $632,595 $345,053 $287,542
2022 $7,527 $620,192 $338,288 $281,904
2021 $7,360 $608,032 $331,655 $276,377
2020 $7,322 $601,799 $328,255 $273,544
2019 $5,424 $428,445 $233,698 $194,747
2018 $7,144 $420,045 $229,116 $190,929
2017 $7,059 $411,810 $224,624 $187,186
2016 $6,941 $403,736 $220,220 $183,516
2015 $4,958 $397,673 $216,913 $180,760
2014 $4,839 $389,884 $212,664 $177,220
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Michelle Noll

    Folio Real Estate

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    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Thomas Dinh Nguyen

    Golden Century Investments

  • Steven Bryie

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Steven Bryie

    ERA Ranch & Sea Realty

    (760) 815-4060

    43 Total Sales

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    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Matthew Bonnes

    Rich Durante, Broker

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  • Rich Durante

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2016

    Rich Durante

    Durante & Rich Real Estate

    (847) 221-0058

    120 Total Sales

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 190018577

San Diego MLS

APN: 166-761-06

California San Diego County Vista 92081

1156 La Tortuga Dr, Vista, CA

This home is located at 1156 La Tortuga Dr, Vista, CA 92081 since 06 April 2019 and is currently estimated at $988,199, approximately $522 per square foot. This property was built in 1989. 1156 La Tortuga Dr is a home located in San Diego County with nearby schools including Breeze Hill Elementary School, Madison Middle School, and Rancho Buena Vista High School.

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