
Vista, California 92083
This Versatile Multi-Level Residence is a Strong Value Opportunity, listed at $1,199,000—positioned well below the $1,193,790 Fair Market Value by a negligible margin, reflecting a stable, fair-market entry. Featuring a Mint Condition Rating with high-end modern finishes and a JADU Studio for income potential, the home offers significant lifestyle flexibility. With a large lot, expansive outdoor deck, and proximity to top-rated Breeze Hill Elementary, this property balances modern comfort with long-term utility. It is an ideal acquisition for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants seeking a turnkey, income-generating asset.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 1229 Sandra Circle Subject 4 bd · 4 ba · 3,034 sqft · $393 | $1,199,000* List Price | 4 | 4 | 3,034 | $393 | - |
A 1515 Wingwood Lane Active 4 bd · 3 ba · 2,132 sqft · $492 · 0.7 mi | $1,049,000 List Price | 4 | 3 | 2,132 | $492 | 0.7 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
The property has undergone a comprehensive recent renovation (likely <5 years) featuring a high-end modern kitchen with professional-grade appliances, updated bathrooms, new wood-look porcelain tile flooring throughout, and a newly finished JADU studio. The finishes are in mint condition and move-in ready.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 11685, living area = 2914.
The property includes a lower-level JADU studio with a separate exterior entrance, providing excellent versatility for multi-generational living or potential rental income.
The home features high-quality updated finishes throughout, including wood-look porcelain tile flooring, a remodeled kitchen, and refreshed bathrooms, offering a move-in-ready aesthetic.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 3034, other record living area = 2914. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 4, other record bedroom count = 3.
The exterior yard and landscape areas require significant work and investment to reach the potential suggested by the provided photo renderings.
The multi-level configuration requires navigating stairs to access the lower den and JADU, which may be a drawback for buyers seeking true single-level living.
1229 Sandra Circle is a lovely 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home, offering generous sized bedrooms and living spaces,opening out to a large outdoor deck, as well as a lower yard area with tons of potential, along with a side entrance to exterior access to a JADU studio on the bottom level. The JADU has a smaller sized fridge and sink for the kitchenette, with the potential to add a permanent cooktop. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2 living rooms, an updated kitchen with space for a dining area, deck access, laundry and garage are all on the main single level floor, with stairs leading to a lower level living/den/multipurpose room with fireplace, also with access to the lower yard through french doors. Lots of potential to update and improve the landscape and yard areas, photo renderings reflect just a start of what can be created on the exterior spaces. Updated finishes throughout, with timeless materials such as rich wood look porcelain tiled floors, nicely appointed finishes, cabinetry and appliances, and bathroom updates, along with the lower studio unit make this a great versatile property. Location wise, every day as you come and go from this property, you wind through the hills of Phillips road, which offers classic Vista views of homes layered into the hillsides to the east, along with great 78 fwy access via Mar Vista road, along with downtown Vista, Brengle Terrace Park, Moonlight amphitheater, and more all just minutes away, and beaches and the coast about 11 miles away. City sewer and SDGE gas services, no septic or propane, and no HOA. *Some photos rendered for idea purposes.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 1.0 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.5 mi
Grades 6-8 • 1.7 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 3.3 |
| Baths | 4.0 | 2.7 |
| Square foot | 3,034 | 1,918.326 |
| Lot Size | - | 13,743.676 |
| Price | $1.20M | $958.0K |
| Price per sq ft | $395 | $498 |
| Built year | 1985 | 1983 |
| HOA | $0 | $202 |
| Days on market | 44 | 50 |
Sep 11, 2026
$1,199,000
Initial Listing
Feb 10, 2023
$839,000
Public Record
Jul 28, 2022
$785,000
Public Record