Perched atop a private hillside, this fully remodeled mid-century modern gem offers serenity, ultimate privacy, and dramatic 180 degree views of sunsets, ocean, mountains, and clear-day Catalina. The open floor plan is bathed in natural light, with two large sliders in the living room seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor spaces, allowing cool ocean breezes to flow throughout the home. The remodeled kitchen shines with quartz waterfall countertops, custom flat-panel walnut and shaker cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. This home features beautifully upgraded luxury vinyl flooring throughout, wide bedroom doors, and stylishly remodeled bathrooms with premium finishes and design fixtures. The primary suite boasts an original brick accent wall and a walk-in closet. Step outside to lush, fully irrigated, exotic succulent landscaping, stately palms, and a rich variety of Vista's renown citrus and avocado trees. A fronting green grass yard soothes the vistas while an adjacent sheltered terrace with its gas fireplace and outdoor shower, create this very private estate. The .78-acre lot is fully enclosed with a newer fence and new automated gate with remote and keypad. Renovated in 2022, this sophisticated home blends timeless midcentury design with modern convenience, offering a perfect blend of style and functionality.
Sold for $1,117,000 on 08/14/25
Listing Provided by:
Megan Nichols DRE #02089211 714-724-4634,
Real Broker,
Christy Lundy DRE #01961048 310-430-8976,
Real Broker
$1,117,000
1653 San Luis Rey Ave, Vista, CA 92084
3beds
1,328sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1980
0.78 Acres Lot
$1,116,500 Zestimate®
$841/sqft
$3,822 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 14, 2025 at 11:18am
Listing Provided by:
Megan Nichols DRE #02089211 714-724-4634,
Real Broker,
Christy Lundy DRE #01961048 310-430-8976,
Real Broker
Bought with:
Rex Munoz, DRE #02059021
eXp Realty of Greater Los Angeles
Justin Borges, DRE #01940318
eXp Realty of Greater Los Angeles
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NDP2503020
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,328 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Front
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood, Ocean, Panoramic
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Lot
- Size: 0.78 Acres
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Irregular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 1733304700
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Foothills
Location
- Region: Vista
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Services availability
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Estimated market value
$1,116,500