3
Beds
3
Baths
1,843
Sq Ft
0.29
Acres
Highlights
- Filtered Pool
- Updated Kitchen
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- City Lights View
- Open Floorplan
- 4-minute walk to Wildwood Park
About This Home
As of June 2025Nestled in a quiet neighborhood at the end of a cul-de-sac, just half a mile from Vista’s charming downtown dining and shopping district, is 245 Ardy’s Place, a serene refuge situated on almost 13,000 square feet of land. This exceptional property features a fully remodeled and updated residence with natural wood open beam ceilings, a large island kitchen with breakfast bar that is open to a family room with fireplace, adjacent dining and living room, three spacious bedrooms (two with direct access to the outdoors), and three bathrooms including a primary with dual sinks and separate tub and shower. The house has been extensively upgraded for energy efficiency and comforts that include a fully owned solar system for electrical, additional solar for pool heating, a tankless water heater, a whole house water filtration system, an inside laundry room, and newer HVAC. And then there are the expansive grounds, which feature fenced-in front yard, back yard with pool and spa with waterfall, an organic and sustainable butterfly and bee garden, and an upper deck and finished yoga/fitness room. This midcentury ranch home is a tranquil escape, conveniently located in the heart of Vista. Come and experience what makes this property an incredibly unique and special opportunity.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Re/Max R. E. Specialists Brokerage Phone: 949-922-2291 License #01374637 Listed on: 03/21/2025
Co-Listed By
Del Mar Realty Assoc.,Inc Brokerage Phone: 949-922-2291 License #01308852
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,710
Year Built
- Built in 1968
Lot Details
- 0.29 Acre Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Landscaped
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is zoned R2
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- Parking Available
- Driveway
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Turnkey
- Shingle Roof
- Composition Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,843 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Beamed Ceilings
- Track Lighting
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- L-Shaped Dining Room
- Storage
- Laundry Room
- Concrete Flooring
- City Lights Views
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Quartz Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Pool
- Filtered Pool
- Solar Heated In Ground Pool
- Heated Spa
- Waterfall Pool Feature
Outdoor Features
- Concrete Porch or Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Rain Gutters
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Tankless Water Heater
- Private Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 8
- Tax Tract Number 3343
- Assessor Parcel Number 1751912400
- $760 per year additional tax assessments
- Seller Considering Concessions
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Vista Subdivision
Recreation
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 21, 2025
Closed on
Jun 11, 2025
Sold by
Vidya Narayanan Ramanathan Living Trust and Ramanathan Vidya
Bought by
Hunt-Santa Monica Properties Ltd
Seller's Agent
Douglas Kramer
Re/Max R. E. Specialists
Buyer's Agent
Tulane Joseph
Real Broker
List Price
$1,225,000
Sold Price
$1,185,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-3.27%
Views
98
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.26%
Original Mortgage
$523,000
Outstanding Balance
$522,790
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$655,950
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 20, 2021
Sold by
Ramanathan Vidya
Bought by
Ramanathan Vidya and Ramanathan Vidya Narayanan
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$407,500
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 23, 2020
Sold by
Ramanathan Vidya Narayanan
Bought by
Ramanathan Vidya and Ramanathan Vidya Narayanan
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 29, 2019
Closed on
Apr 26, 2019
Sold by
Zuehike Mirko
Bought by
Ramanathan Vidya
Seller's Agent
Josh Sloan
Sloan Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Runa Gunnars
HomeSmart Realty West
List Price
$579,900
Sold Price
$585,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
0.88%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.72%
Original Mortgage
$409,500
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 29, 2019
Closed on
Apr 9, 2019
Sold by
Knauf Robert L and Knauf Valerie S
Bought by
Ramanathan Vidya
Seller's Agent
Josh Sloan
Sloan Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Runa Gunnars
HomeSmart Realty West
List Price
$579,900
Sold Price
$585,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
0.88%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$409,500
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 25, 1996
Sold by
Beard Janet Douglas
Bought by
Knauf Robert L and Knauf Valerie S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$146,524
Interest Rate
7.96%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,185,000 | Commonwealth Land Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Accommodation | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Ticor Title Company Of Ca | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $585,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $149,000 | Chicago Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $523,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $407,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $409,500 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $231,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $146,524 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/27/2025 06/27/25 | Sold | $1,185,000 | -1.2% | $643 / Sq Ft |
| 05/19/2025 05/19/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/24/2025 04/24/25 | Price Changed | $1,199,000 | -2.1% | $651 / Sq Ft |
| 03/21/2025 03/21/25 | For Sale | $1,225,000 | +109.4% | $665 / Sq Ft |
| 05/02/2019 05/02/19 | Sold | $585,000 | +0.9% | $317 / Sq Ft |
| 04/02/2019 04/02/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/29/2019 03/29/19 | For Sale | $579,900 | -- | $315 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $7,710 | $652,573 | $423,894 | $228,679 |
| 2024 | $7,710 | $639,779 | $415,583 | $224,196 |
| 2023 | $7,542 | $627,235 | $407,435 | $219,800 |
| 2022 | $6,817 | $614,938 | $399,447 | $215,491 |
| 2021 | $6,665 | $602,881 | $391,615 | $211,266 |
| 2020 | $6,642 | $596,700 | $387,600 | $209,100 |
| 2019 | $3,109 | $221,874 | $38,038 | $183,836 |
| 2018 | $2,988 | $217,525 | $37,293 | $180,232 |
| 2017 | $2,944 | $213,261 | $36,562 | $176,699 |
| 2016 | $2,875 | $209,081 | $35,846 | $173,235 |
| 2015 | $2,856 | $205,941 | $35,308 | $170,633 |
| 2014 | $2,789 | $201,908 | $34,617 | $167,291 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Douglas Kramer
Seller's Agent in 2025
Douglas Kramer
RE/MAX
(949) 922-2291
1 in this area
73 Total Sales
-
Boris Buecker
B
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Boris Buecker
Del Mar Realty Assoc.,Inc
(858) 480-1114
1 in this area
3 Total Sales
-
Tulane Joseph
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Tulane Joseph
Real Broker
(619) 436-6744
1 in this area
37 Total Sales
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2019
Josh Sloan
Sloan Realty Group
-
R
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Runa Gunnars
HomeSmart Realty West
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: PW25061379
APN: 175-191-24
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