Classic California Ranch Home with incredible bay views offers an ideal family retreat in a resort like setting. This beautiful estate is set upon nearly one full acre and commands unobstructed south-facing bay views. Amenities include 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms on the main level, newly updated chef's kitchen with quartz counters, and formal dining and living room with wood-burning fireplace. Downstairs features a large family room with fireplace opening to an expansive rear deck, plus 5th bedroom and adjacent office/gym with full bath and separate entrance. Enjoy the backyard's private sanctuary which boasts a large grassy play space with play structure, an enormous deck for outdoor entertaining and rolling oak-studded grounds. Privacy and serene living at its best, all in walking distance to Vista Park and South School! * Note: tax records only show 4 bedrooms; buyers to verify permits and square footage.
Nice views from living and dining rooms. Kitchen and master bedroom on the small side. Some baths are in original condition, needs updating.
15 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Jane Hansen
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 863 Vista Rd
Date
Event
Price
MLSListings #ML81838575
May 19, 2021
Sold
$4,810,000
$1,176/sq ft
Apr 20, 2021
Pending
—
Apr 12, 2021
Listed
$4,595,000
$1,123/sq ft
MLSListings #ML81303862
Mar 12, 2013
Sold
$2,908,000
$711/sq ft
Feb 28, 2013
Pending
—
Feb 20, 2013
Pending
—
Feb 8, 2013
Listed
$2,895,000
$708/sq ft
+15
Beautifully remodeled & upgraded 4+bdr/4ba ranch style hm w/ sweeping Bay views. Situated on just under an acre this property boasts a chef's kitchen, lg. living rm. w/ fireplace, an oversized fam. rm. w/ fireplace & 2 bonus rooms. Lg. deck w/ views for entertaining. Private & serene living at it's finest.
MLSListings #ML81129460
Jul 27, 2011
Sold
$2,150,000
$526/sq ft
Jul 21, 2011
Pending
—
Jul 5, 2011
Listed
$2,480,000
$606/sq ft
+19
Views! Beautiful house on large mostly level lot. Four bedrooms, 3baths on the main floor. Hardwood floors. Living Room and Dining Room has beautiful views. Lower level has another bedroom, livingroom and full bathroom. Can be used as separate living quarter. Motivated Sellers.
MLSListings #ML80843155
Feb 23, 2009
Sold
$2,450,000
$599/sq ft
Jan 24, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Jan 10, 2009
Contingent
—
Dec 5, 2008
Price Changed
$2,699,000
$660/sq ft
Oct 31, 2008
Listed
$2,950,000
$721/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$64,779 (+2.1%)
$4,305,914 + $1,055,649
$5,361,563
2024
$63,435 (+1.7%)
$4,221,485 + $1,034,951
$5,256,436
2023
$62,378 (+5.1%)
$4,138,711 + $1,014,659
$5,153,370
2022
$59,377 (+42.6%)
$4,057,560 + $989,764
$5,047,324
2021
$41,626 (+1.8%)
$3,978,000 + $928,200
$4,906,200
2020
$40,889 (+2.4%)
$2,730,356 + $577,921
$3,308,277
2019
$39,929 (+3.1%)
$2,702,360 + $571,996
$3,274,356
2018
$38,740 (+1.8%)
$2,649,373 + $560,781
$3,210,154
2017
$38,069 (+2.7%)
$2,546,496 + $539,006
$3,085,502
2016
$37,060 (+1.6%)
$2,546,496 + $539,006
$3,085,502
2015
$36,494 (+2.7%)
$2,496,565 + $528,438
$3,025,003
2014
$35,551 (+32.9%)
$2,410,896 + $510,306
$2,921,202
2012
$26,741 (+8.6%)
$1,785,000 + $408,000
$2,193,000
2011
$24,626 (−15.6%)
$1,750,000 + $400,000
$2,150,000
2010
$29,195 (+443.3%)
$1,600,000 + $400,000
$2,000,000
2009
$5,374 (+2.1%)
$1,845,615 + $598,578
$2,444,193
2008
$5,264
$76,699 + $174,590
$251,289
Tax history for 863 Vista Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$64,779 (+2.1%)
$4,305,914 + $1,055,649
$5,361,563
2024
$63,435 (+1.7%)
$4,221,485 + $1,034,951
$5,256,436
2023
$62,378 (+5.1%)
$4,138,711 + $1,014,659
$5,153,370
2022
$59,377 (+42.6%)
$4,057,560 + $989,764
$5,047,324
2021
$41,626 (+1.8%)
$3,978,000 + $928,200
$4,906,200
2020
$40,889 (+2.4%)
$2,730,356 + $577,921
$3,308,277
2019
$39,929 (+3.1%)
$2,702,360 + $571,996
$3,274,356
2018
$38,740 (+1.8%)
$2,649,373 + $560,781
$3,210,154
2017
$38,069 (+2.7%)
$2,546,496 + $539,006
$3,085,502
2016
$37,060 (+1.6%)
$2,546,496 + $539,006
$3,085,502
2015
$36,494 (+2.7%)
$2,496,565 + $528,438
$3,025,003
2014
$35,551 (+32.9%)
$2,410,896 + $510,306
$2,921,202
2012
$26,741 (+8.6%)
$1,785,000 + $408,000
$2,193,000
2011
$24,626 (−15.6%)
$1,750,000 + $400,000
$2,150,000
2010
$29,195 (+443.3%)
$1,600,000 + $400,000
$2,000,000
2009
$5,374 (+2.1%)
$1,845,615 + $598,578
$2,444,193
2008
$5,264
$76,699 + $174,590
$251,289
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.04 Acres
Year renovated
1963
Sq. Ft.
4,090
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Mateo County
APN
031342020
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
Mar 16, 2023 • Final
Remodel
Perform an interior remodel.
Remodel
Mar 9, 2023 • Final
Remodel
Construct a new upper level main deck.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.