1521 Foothill Dr

Vista, CA 92084

$895,000
Price
5
Beds
2,074 Sq. Ft.
$432 / Sq. Ft.
2,074
Sq. Ft.
$432
per Sq. Ft.
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Listed By Compass
Listed By Compass

Description

Some homes are just houses. This one is an opportunity! Imagine waking up every morning w room to breathe. Nestled in the coveted Foothill neighborhood of Vista, classic 1958 ranch-style home sits on a rare, fully flat & usable .52 AC lot where the possibilities are as wide open as the California sky above you. 5 bdrms & 3 baths, there's space for everyone-family, guests, home office, or whatever life calls for. The generous lot begs for the pool you've always dreamed of, an ADU for multigenerational...Some homes are just houses. This one is an opportunity! Imagine waking up every morning w room to breathe. Nestled in the coveted Foothill neighborhood of Vista, classic 1958 ranch-style home sits on a rare, fully flat & usable .52 AC lot where the possibilities are as wide open as the California sky above you. 5 bdrms & 3 baths, there's space for everyone-family, guests, home office, or whatever life calls for. The generous lot begs for the pool you've always dreamed of, an ADU for multigenerational living or rental income, a garden, a workshop-you name it.This is North County San Diego living at its most authentic: quiet, tree-lined streets, that unhurried sense of space that's nearly impossible to find, yet minutes from the charm of downtown Vista, top-rated schools & neighborhood parks.Abundant parking. Timeless bones. Endless potential.

Listing Agent

  1. Gina Vreeburg

    Gina Vreeburg

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01413801

    gina.vreeburg@compass.com

    P: (760)-419-8800

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Property Details for 1521 Foothill Drive

Neighborhood
Foothills / Warmlands
Community
Vista
Zoning
E1
Parking Garage
Detached
Garage Spaces
2.0
Area Zip
VISTA (92084)
Standard Status
Active
LISTING UPDATED: 03/14/2026 10:53 AM

Property Details for 1521 Foothill Drive

StatusActive
MLS #260005795
Days on Market5
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached
Year Built1958
Lot Size0.52 AC / 22,700 SF
CountySan Diego County
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Building Information for 1521 Foothill Drive

Stories1Year Built1958Building Size-Lot Size0.52 AC / 22,700 SF

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$4,881 per month

30 year fixed, 6.11% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,344

Property Taxes

$537

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1521 Foothill Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Coordinates: -117.217777, 33.215181
  • Latitude: 33.215181
  • Longitude: -117.217777
  • Directions: Vista Village Dr., East of Foothill Dr Cross Street: E Vista Way & Foothill Dr.
  • MLS Area Major: North County
  • Water Source: Meter on Property
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Other Fees: $0
  • CFD Mello Roos Fee: $0
  • Monthly Total Fees: $0
Parking
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Parking Total: 10.0
  • Parking Non-Garage Spaces: 8.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2074.0
  • Building Area Units: Sqft
  • Living Area: 2074
  • Living Area Units: Sqft
  • Lot Size Area: 0.52
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 22700.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size: .5 to 1 AC
Property and Assessments
  • Parcel Number: 173-190-16-00
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Age Restrictions: N/K
  • Prop Restrictions Known: Other/Remarks
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ADUYes No: No
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1958
Utilities
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Heat Source: Natural Gas
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood/Stucco
  • Fencing: Partial, Poor Condition
  • Fireplace Features: FP in Living Room, FP in Primary BR
  • Patio And Porch Features: Awning/Porch Covered, Covered, Stone/Tile, Patio, Patio Open, Porch
  • Pool Features: N/K
  • Pool Heat: N/K
  • Roof: Rolled/Hot Mop, Mixed, Shingle
  • Other Structures: Other/Remarks, Foothills
  • Structures: Other/Remarks, Foothills
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Garage Door Opener, Electric Oven, Gas Stove
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Searchable Rooms: Bedroom Entry Level, Bonus Room, Breakfast Area, Den, Dining Area, Family Room, Prim BR Entry Level, Kitchen, Living Room, Laundry, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum/Vinyl, Tile
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Laundry Features: Electric, Gas
  • Levels: 1 Story
  • Room Type: Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry, Laundry, Bonus Room, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Family Room, Den
  • Bedrooms Count: 5
  • Optional Bedrooms: 0
  • Baths Total: 3.0
Room
Room Information
  • Primary Bed Area: 18x15
  • Bed2Area: 9x8
  • Bed3Area: 12x10
  • Bed4Area: 16x13
  • Bed5Area: 14x11
  • Breakfast Area: 10x7
  • Dining Room Area: 0
  • Family Room Area: 17x15
  • Kitchen Area: 13x10
  • Living Room Area: 20x9
  • Ext1Area: 11x8
Rental
Rent Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Property History for 1521 Foothill Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 12, 2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #260005795SD

$895,000—
Mar 12, 2026

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #260005795

$895,000—
Mar 12, 2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #260005795SD

$895,000—
May 21, 2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #112856427

$345,000

+32.9% / yr

Sep 20, 2001

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #77500884

$215,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/12/2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #260005795SD

$895,000
03/12/2026

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #260005795

$895,000
03/12/2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #260005795SD

$895,000
05/21/2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #112856427

$345,000

+32.9% / yr

09/20/2001

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #77500884

$215,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1521 Foothill Drive

Taxable ValueLand$217,240Additions$282,414Total$499,654
Tax Record2025$6,441 ($537 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt2,074 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,074 SqFtLot Size22,700 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1958ZoningR-1:SINGLE FACountySAN DIEGOAPN173-190-16-00

Schools near 1521 Foothill Drive

This home is within Vista Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Monte Vista Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Rancho Minerva Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Vista High School
Public - 9 to 12
Alta Vista High (Continuation) School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Monte Vista Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Rancho Minerva Middle School
Public6 to 8

Vista High School
Public9 to 12

Alta Vista High (Continuation) School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 1521 Foothill Drive, Vista, CA 92084

1521 Foothill Drive is a single family home for sale in Vista, CA 92084. This property was listed for sale on March 12, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $895,000. It has been on the market for a total of 5 days and was last sold on May 21, 2003. This listing's school district is Vista Unified School District. Nearby schools include Monte Vista Elementary School, Rancho Minerva Middle School and Vista High School. 1521 Foothill Drive is a 5-bed, 3-bath, 2,074 sqft single family home built in 1958.

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