513 Smilax Rd

1,272 Sq. Ft.
$667 / Sq. Ft.
1,272
Sq. Ft.
$667
per Sq. Ft.

Description

On a rare occasion ~ a 3 BR, 2 bath single-story home ON acreage becomes available in Vista ~ South of the 78. This 1,272 SqFt home was renovated in 2019 and is now ready to become “Home Sweet Home” to its next owners. 2019 renovations include: completely upgraded kitchen, laminate flooring in main living areas, renovated bathroom, new AC, new dual paned windows, new composition roof and the addition of a bedroom and bath! Tucked onto the front portion of a half-acre lot, this mid-century home has...On a rare occasion ~ a 3 BR, 2 bath single-story home ON acreage becomes available in Vista ~ South of the 78. This 1,272 SqFt home was renovated in 2019 and is now ready to become “Home Sweet Home” to its next owners. 2019 renovations include: completely upgraded kitchen, laminate flooring in main living areas, renovated bathroom, new AC, new dual paned windows, new composition roof and the addition of a bedroom and bath! Tucked onto the front portion of a half-acre lot, this mid-century home has a charming front yard and offers the perfect place to rejuvenate at the end of a long day! The possibilities for multi-generational living with this property are endless. An ADU? A tiny house? A pool? Bring your RV (30-amp RV hookup out back), your speed boat, your oversized work truck – it will all find a space on this well apportioned lot! As we speak ~ this lovely home is one of very few in the 92081 area of Vista, priced under 875k and couple with acreage! BONUS: San Marcos schools (Joli Ann Liechtag Elementary is less than a .25 mile away!)
  1. Listed by Deborah Harper • DRE #01416157 • Brokerage DRE #00616212 • Coldwell Banker Realty • debharper@cox.net
  2. Listed by Jodi Ross • DRE #01355872 • Brokerage DRE #00616212 • Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details for 513 Smilax Road

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None
Parking Spaces Total
8
Private Pool
No
Cooling Type
Central Air
Building Type
Detached
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Living Area
1272
Assessor Parcel Number
217-191-08-00

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LISTING UPDATED: 04/08/2026 09:05 AM

Property Details for 513 Smilax Road

StatusActive
MLS #NDP2603265
Days on Market2
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1955
Lot Size0.52 AC / 22,651 SF
CountySan Diego County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Deborah Harper, DRE #01416157; Coldwell Banker Realty, Jodi Ross, DRE #01355872
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Building Information for 513 Smilax Road

Stories1Year Built1955Building Size-Lot Size0.52 AC / 22,651 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,892 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,270

Property Taxes

$622

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 513 Smilax Road

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract Number: 000806
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $0
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Assessments YN: No
  • Assessments: None
  • Community Features: Rural, Sidewalks
  • Number Of Units In Community: 25
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Stove
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan
  • Room Type: Laundry, Kitchen, Family Room
  • Eating Area: Family Kitchen, Breakfast Counter / Bar
  • Water Heater Features: Gas
  • Water Heater Type: Gas
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Individual Room, Washer Included, Dryer Included
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace Rooms: None
  • Fireplace: N/K
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Vinyl, Carpet
  • Floor Coverings: Carpet, Linoleum/Vinyl, Tile
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Carpet
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Composition
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Fence: No
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Structures: Rural
  • Other Structures: Rural
  • Miscellaneous: Rural
  • View Description: None
  • Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool: N/K
  • Pool Heat: N/K
Land/Lot Info
  • Sign on Property: Yes
  • Lot Features: Rectangular Lot, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Back Yard, Lot 20000-39999 Sqft, Lawn, Yard
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units: 25
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Sprinklers: No
  • Levels: One
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Parking: No
  • Uncovered Spaces: 6
  • Open Other Spaces Total: 6
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 0
  • Carport Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: No
Property / Structure Info
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls

Property History for 513 Smilax Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 6, 2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NDP2603265

$847,900
Apr 2, 2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NDP2603265MR

$847,900
Apr 2, 2026

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NDP2603265

$847,900
Sep 13, 2019

Sold

SDMLS #190045345

$545,198
Sep 13, 2019

Sold

CRMLS #190045345

$545,198
Sep 5, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #652769435

$545,500

+227.4% / yr

Aug 26, 2019

Pending

CRMLS #190045345

Aug 26, 2019

Pending

SDMLS #190045345

Aug 14, 2019

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #190045345

$550,000
Aug 14, 2019

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #190045345

$550,000
May 13, 2019

Sold

SDMLS #190019422

$360,000
May 13, 2019

Sold

CLAW #190019422MR

$360,000
May 13, 2019

Sold

CRMLS #190019422

$360,000
Apr 30, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #644183690

$360,000
Apr 15, 2019

Pending

CRMLS #190019422

Apr 15, 2019

Pending

CLAW #190019422MR

Apr 15, 2019

Pending

SDMLS #190019422

Apr 11, 2019

Listed (Active)

CLAW #190019422MR

$400,000
Apr 11, 2019

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #190019422

$400,000
Apr 11, 2019

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #190019422

$400,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/06/2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NDP2603265

$847,900
04/02/2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NDP2603265MR

$847,900
04/02/2026

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NDP2603265

$847,900
09/13/2019

Sold

SDMLS #190045345

$545,198
09/13/2019

Sold

CRMLS #190045345

$545,198
09/05/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #652769435

$545,500

+227.4% / yr

08/26/2019

Pending

CRMLS #190045345

08/26/2019

Pending

SDMLS #190045345

08/14/2019

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #190045345

$550,000
08/14/2019

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #190045345

$550,000
05/13/2019

Sold

SDMLS #190019422

$360,000
05/13/2019

Sold

CLAW #190019422MR

$360,000
05/13/2019

Sold

CRMLS #190019422

$360,000
04/30/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #644183690

$360,000
04/15/2019

Pending

CRMLS #190019422

04/15/2019

Pending

CLAW #190019422MR

04/15/2019

Pending

SDMLS #190019422

04/11/2019

Listed (Active)

CLAW #190019422MR

$400,000
04/11/2019

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #190019422

$400,000
04/11/2019

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #190019422

$400,000

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

Public Records for 513 Smilax Road

Taxable ValueLand$430,482Additions$165,712Total$596,194
Tax Record2025$7,468 ($622 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,071 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,071 SqFtLot Size22,651 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955ZoningR-1:SINGLE FACountySAN DIEGOAPN217-191-08-00

Schools near 513 Smilax Road

This home is within San Marcos Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary School
PublicK to 5

San Marcos Middle School
Public6 to 8

San Marcos High School
Public9 to 12

Pivot Charter School - San Diego II
CharterK 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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513 Smilax Road is a single family home for sale in Vista, CA 92081. This property was listed for sale on April 2, 2026 by Coldwell Banker Realty, it's currently listed at $847,900. It has been on the market for a total of 2 days and was last sold on September 13, 2019. This listing's school district is San Marcos Unified School District. Nearby schools include Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary School, San Marcos Middle School and San Marcos High School. 513 Smilax Road is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,272 sqft single family home built in 1955.

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Deborah Harper, DRE #01416157; Coldwell Banker Realty, Jodi Ross, DRE #01355872

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