Peacefully perched atop Vista Grande on a private parcel with panoramic views all around, this hidden haven offers much more than expected. 1215 Vista Grande Rd offers a rare blend of luxury living, resort-style outdoor space, and future development potential. This beautifully updated 1,952 square feet residence captures sweeping mountain, sunset, and valley views from the expansive and inviting 1,000 square foot deck. Designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living and entertaining, this home delivers! Tropical landscaping invites you into this Euro Mid-Mod exterior to enjoy the seamless indoor-outdoor living style with panoramic views at every turn. The remodeled kitchen and upgraded bathrooms add to the appeal. The property features owned solar, new energy-efficient windows and sliding doors, new appliances, artificial turf, and thoughtfully curated outdoor amenities, including a hot tub, sauna, and bocce ball court. Mature landscaping and a thriving orchard create a true Southern California retreat with established avocado, grapefruit, orange, lime, pomegranate, and olive trees throughout the grounds. Beyond the existing residence, the property presents a highly compelling opportunity! Extensive feasibility studies have already been explored through the County of San Diego and Otay Water District for an SB9 lot split and preliminary sewer annexation. With over an acre of options, this 47,916 square foot lot is capable of supporting a second premium homesite. What would you do with an acre of opportunity? Lot split? ADU? The opportunity for multi-generational living or expansion is easily found here in one of East County’s most scenic and sought-after settings. A rare combination of privacy, land, potential, and panoramic views — properties with this level of optionality seldom come to market.
Single-familyProperty Type
1977Year Built
1.1 acresLot Size
$594Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Sharon Davis•DRE #00758751• Coldwell Banker Realty
Contact: 619-977-7172
Bought with Sharon Davis•DRE #00758751• Coldwell Banker Realty
Est. $4,350 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1215 Vista Grande Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #PTP2606692
Sep 3, 2026
Sold
$1,160,000
$594/sq ft
Sep 2, 2026
Pending
—
Sep 2, 2026
Listed
$1,209,900
$620/sq ft
CRMLS #PTP2604373
Sep 1, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Jul 21, 2026
Price Changed
$1,209,900
$620/sq ft
Jul 7, 2026
Price Changed
$1,244,999
$638/sq ft
Jun 18, 2026
Price Changed
$1,297,000
$664/sq ft
Jun 6, 2026
Listed
$1,377,000
$705/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 27, 2017
Sold
$605,000
$310/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,051 (−0.6%)
$199,476 + $502,670
$702,146
2024
$8,100 (+2.7%)
$195,565 + $492,814
$688,379
2023
$7,890 (+1.6%)
$191,731 + $483,151
$674,882
2022
$7,766 (+1.4%)
$187,972 + $473,678
$661,650
2021
$7,658 (+1.1%)
$184,287 + $464,391
$648,678
2020
$7,574 (+1.3%)
$180,674 + $455,286
$635,960
2019
$7,478 (+1.7%)
$178,822 + $450,618
$629,440
2018
$7,356 (+264.8%)
$175,316 + $441,783
$617,099
2017
$2,016 (+4.2%)
$47,128 + $118,759
$165,887
2016
$1,935 (+0.6%)
$47,128 + $118,759
$165,887
2015
$1,924 (+2.0%)
$46,204 + $116,431
$162,635
2014
$1,886
$44,619 + $112,437
$157,056
2013
$1,885 (+5.4%)
$44,619 + $112,437
$157,056
2012
$1,790 (+2.2%)
$44,418 + $111,929
$156,347
2011
$1,751 (+2.3%)
$43,548 + $109,735
$153,283
2010
$1,711
$42,695 + $107,584
$150,279
2009
$1,713 (+5.5%)
$42,376 + $106,780
$149,156
2008
$1,624
$42,477 + $107,034
$149,511
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
47,916
Year renovated
2023
Sq. Ft.
1,952
Year built
1977
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
5150924700
Parking Spaces
5
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Waterfront
Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
RR
Rural Residential District
The RR Use Regulations are intended to create and enhance residential areas where agricultural use compatible with a dominant, permanent residential use is desired. Typically, the RR Use Regulations would be applied to rural or semi-rural areas where urban levels of service are not available and where large lots are desired. Various applications of the RR Use Regulations with appropriate development designators can create buffers between residential and agricultural uses, family or small farm areas, or large lot rural residential developments.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Fire house
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Grove / orchard
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
In Garage
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Stove
Has Appliances
Breakfast Counter / Bar, Formal Dining Room, See Remarks, Breakfast Nook
Sound Studio, Primary Bedroom, Walk-In Pantry, Workshop, All Bedrooms Down, Office, See Remarks, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Suite, Den
Heating Information
Forced Air
Has Heating
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: 1
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 4
Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows
Exterior
Exterior Information
Roof: Composition
Other Structures: Shop, Out Building
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, See Remarks, Deck
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Has Sprinklers
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Size Dimensions: 1.1 ACRE IRREGULAR SHAPE MAP IN DOCS
Lot Features: Treed Lot, Lot Over 40000 Sqft, 0-1 Unit/Acre, Bluff Front, Rolling Slope, Lot Shape-Irregular, Gentle Slope, Sprinkler System, Back Yard, Up Slope from Street
Property Information
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 5150924700
Property Condition: Turnkey
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units In Community: 1
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Rural
School Information
Elementary School: Vista Grande
Middle Or Junior School: Hillsdale
High School: Valhalla
High School District: Grossmont Union
Elementary School 2: VISGRA
Middle Or Junior School 2: HDLMID
High School 2: CHAHS
Location Information
Latitude: 32.77556800
Longitude: -116.90508700
Directions: Hilldale to Vista Grande Road to top of hill. Map is wrong as this home is NOT located off Vista Hermosa. It is beyond Vista Hermosa and past Grace Lamay at the top of the hill. Look for directional signs and arrow near mailbox address markers at corner of private drive and Vista Grande Road. Take private drive up and to the left, sign on property and easy to find.
Zoning: RR
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,952
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 5
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 1.1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: 2023
County: San Diego County
APN: 5150924700
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Waterfront
Home facts updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: 619-977-7172
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 79
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Sharon
List Agent Last Name: Davis
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Sharon
Buyer Agent Last Name: Davis
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
Around this home
Schools
Vista Grande Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
6/10
Hillsdale Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi
8/10
Valhalla High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
4% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
El Cajon, CA • 92019
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in El Cajon. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
6.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$1.12M – $1.36M
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