Discover a rare opportunity to bring your dream estate to life on this expansive 1.16-acre property at 1045 LaRueda Drive. With over an acre of flat, usable land and near-perfect dimensions — including a curb-frontage width of over 300 feet and a depth of nearly 165 feet — this lot is a true blank canvas, waiting for your vision. The property features two existing structures: a single-story, 1,052 sq ft, 2-bedroom, 1full-bath home with a two-car garage located on the north side, and a spacious workshop (approximately 5,500 sq ft) on the opposite side. While the home is in need of repairs and updates, it boasts solid block construction, vaulted hardwood ceilings, and is one of the last sewer-connected properties on the street. Set in an area that has been transitioning with new, elegant homes replacing older structures, the “RR” zoning and half-acre minimum lot size offer tremendous flexibility. You’ll have the potential to split the lot, build additional homes, create ADUs, or add boat and RV storage. Located just a short distance from the Hwy 78 corridor, 1045 LaRueda combines a sense of privacy with easy access to all conveniences. This unique property provides an ideal blend of semi-rural charm and modern potential — come see it for yourself and imagine the possibilities!
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
1.16 acresLot Size
$703Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Brian Smith•DRE #02079421• BOLD Realty Group
Contact: 760-809-7960
Bought with Brian Smith•DRE #02079421• BOLD Realty Group
Located on a large flat lot. The home needs major repairs and currently not liveable
2 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Gigi Grant
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 1045 La Rueda Dr
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #SW24210991
Jan 10, 2025
Sold
$725,000
$689/sq ft
Jan 6, 2025
Pending
—
Dec 23, 2024
Contingent
—
Nov 21, 2024
Listed
$859,000
$817/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 15, 1971
Sold
$23,500
$22/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,930 (−27.6%)
$532,079 + $207,420
$739,499
2024
$8,185 (+48.6%)
$335,656 + $130,848
$466,504
2023
$5,507 (+0.2%)
$329,075 + $128,283
$457,358
2022
$5,494 (+2.0%)
$322,623 + $125,768
$448,391
2021
$5,386 (+0.3%)
$316,298 + $123,302
$439,600
2020
$5,369 (+1.3%)
$310,097 + $120,885
$430,982
2019
$5,299 (+304.5%)
$306,918 + $119,646
$426,564
2018
$1,310 (+0.3%)
$300,900 + $117,300
$418,200
2017
$1,307 (+1.4%)
$23,265 + $43,173
$66,438
2016
$1,288 (+0.3%)
$23,265 + $43,173
$66,438
2015
$1,284 (+1.3%)
$22,809 + $42,327
$65,136
2014
$1,268
$22,027 + $40,876
$62,903
2013
$1,267 (+0.8%)
$22,027 + $40,876
$62,903
2012
$1,257 (+2.7%)
$21,928 + $40,692
$62,620
2011
$1,224 (+1.6%)
$21,499 + $39,895
$61,394
2010
$1,204 (+1.5%)
$21,078 + $39,113
$60,191
2009
$1,187 (+2.6%)
$20,921 + $38,821
$59,742
2008
$1,157
$20,971 + $38,914
$59,885
Tax history for 1045 La Rueda Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,930 (−27.6%)
$532,079 + $207,420
$739,499
2024
$8,185 (+48.6%)
$335,656 + $130,848
$466,504
2023
$5,507 (+0.2%)
$329,075 + $128,283
$457,358
2022
$5,494 (+2.0%)
$322,623 + $125,768
$448,391
2021
$5,386 (+0.3%)
$316,298 + $123,302
$439,600
2020
$5,369 (+1.3%)
$310,097 + $120,885
$430,982
2019
$5,299 (+304.5%)
$306,918 + $119,646
$426,564
2018
$1,310 (+0.3%)
$300,900 + $117,300
$418,200
2017
$1,307 (+1.4%)
$23,265 + $43,173
$66,438
2016
$1,288 (+0.3%)
$23,265 + $43,173
$66,438
2015
$1,284 (+1.3%)
$22,809 + $42,327
$65,136
2014
$1,268
$22,027 + $40,876
$62,903
2013
$1,267 (+0.8%)
$22,027 + $40,876
$62,903
2012
$1,257 (+2.7%)
$21,928 + $40,692
$62,620
2011
$1,224 (+1.6%)
$21,499 + $39,895
$61,394
2010
$1,204 (+1.5%)
$21,078 + $39,113
$60,191
2009
$1,187 (+2.6%)
$20,921 + $38,821
$59,742
2008
$1,157
$20,971 + $38,914
$59,885
*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
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
50,530
Year renovated
1964
Sq. Ft.
1,052
Year built
1975
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
1812103100
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views
Last updated by owner on Jun 10, 2025.
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
Driveway, Driveway - Asphalt, Garage, Garage - Front Entry, Garage - Two Door
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
See Remarks
Kitchen Information
Appliances: None
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room Information
All Bedrooms Down, Workshop
Fireplace Information
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: front door
Block Walls
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Other Structures: Out Building, Shop
Exterior Features
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Size Dimensions: 50530 sq ft
Lot Features: Level with Street, Lot Over 40000 Sqft, Lot Shape-Rectangular, Value In Land
Lot Dimensions Source: Public Records
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 1812103100
Property Condition: Fixer
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Public Records
Property ADU: No
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
See Remarks
Water Source: District/Public, See Remarks
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Foothills
School Information
High School District: Vista Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 33.19126000
Longitude: -117.20048000
Other Subdivision Name: Vista
Directions: Get to the three-way intersection of Monte Vista Dr and LaRueda Dr and turn up LaRueda.
Subdivision Name: Vista
Zoning: RR
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,052
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 1.16 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: 1964
County: San Diego County
APN: 1812103100
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views
Home facts updated by owner on Jun 10, 2025
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: 760-809-7960
Days Active in MLS: 29
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 29
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Brian
List Agent Last Name: Smith
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: BOLD Realty Group
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Brian
Buyer Agent Last Name: Smith
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: BOLD Realty Group
Around this home
Schools
Monte Vista Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
5/10
Madison Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.0mi
3/10
Rancho Buena Vista High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.8mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Vista, CA • 92084
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 7.2 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9 hrs
7.2 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$703,000 – $851,000
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