This is your opportunity to put your own touches on this sprawling estate. This large home is nestled in a beautiful canyon in Vista with outstanding views towards the West.Outside you will find a pool, hot tub and a large yard. You will also find that the grounds have been prepped with all copper piping for the sprinkler system.The master bath features a sauna and a walk-in closet. Please keep an open mind when viewing this property, it’s needs some work but has the potential to be the gem of Vista.
Single-familyProperty Type
1981Year Built
1.07 acresLot Size
$264Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
10 spacesParking
Listed by Polly Watts•DRE #00895696• Maxim Properties
•310-850-5346 (agent)
•deana@sundae.com (agent)
Bought with Wendy Wiegand•DRE #01946136• Wiegand Realty
BACK ON MARKET. SIGNIFICANT PRICE ADJUSTMENT. A world of easy living is at your fingertips in this classic, sprawling gated estate w/ majestic mountain & valley views. Stunning manicured grounds greet you upon arrival. As you enter through custom carved wood doors, the spacious entry sets the stage for. .. SUPPLEMENT [Supplement]: the elegance within. The living room features a floor to ceiling stone fireplace, high beamed ceilings, & glass doors leading to one of the numerous viewing decks. Adjacent to the living room is a lovely sitting area which shares the magnificent fireplace. A surprise awaits you in one of the numerous family rooms. Imagine parties in a 40'x17' room complete with dance floor, fireplace, mirrors, & wet bar. The same room could also be used for a muscian's studio. The well appointed office space boasts lots of built-in cabinets, plantation shutters, & extensive overhead lighting. The 40'x17' kitchen has an abundance of cabinets, counter space & windows. There is a massive center island, walk-in pantry, built-in desk & a separate refrigerator & freezer. The adjacent breakfast room is spacious & offers plenty of light w/ skylights, high ceilings, & garden window. There is a private deck. The master suite is a perfect retreat w/ fireplace, sauna, deck & large walk-in closet. The diving pool was recently resurfaced & features a separate spa covered by a gazebo. There is a game room large enough for billiards, ping pong & a home theater. The home also offers central vac, upstairs laundry, security system, extensive storage, new carpet & skylights. The impeccably kept grounds include 10,000sqft+ of sod, fruit trees, lit pathways, basketball court & totally fenced. Two RV garages, one approx 1,000sqft w/ upstairs office. Water filtration system does not convey. Seller to select services. Buyer to verify sqft & room sizes before close of escrow.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,610 (+6.1%)
$245,174 + $355,500
$600,674
2024
$6,232 (+2.5%)
$240,367 + $348,530
$588,897
2023
$6,080 (+0.3%)
$235,654 + $341,697
$577,351
2022
$6,064 (+2.3%)
$231,034 + $334,998
$566,032
2021
$5,927 (+0.4%)
$226,504 + $328,430
$554,934
2020
$5,905 (+1.5%)
$222,063 + $321,991
$544,054
2019
$5,817 (+5.2%)
$219,787 + $318,690
$538,477
2018
$5,527 (+1.9%)
$215,478 + $312,442
$527,920
2017
$5,423 (+2.5%)
$207,111 + $300,310
$507,421
2016
$5,293 (−1.0%)
$207,111 + $300,310
$507,421
2015
$5,347 (−12.6%)
$203,050 + $294,422
$497,472
2014
$6,119 (+0.2%)
$175,794 + $388,505
$564,299
2013
$6,109 (−41.6%)
$175,794 + $388,505
$564,299
2012
$10,469 (+0.1%)
$175,000 + $386,750
$561,750
2011
$10,458 (+1.9%)
$270,000 + $690,000
$960,000
2010
$10,258 (−18.2%)
$270,000 + $690,000
$960,000
2009
$12,543 (−1.3%)
$325,000 + $625,000
$950,000
2008
$12,706
$400,000 + $770,000
$1,170,000
Tax history for 581 Mason
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,610 (+6.1%)
$245,174 + $355,500
$600,674
2024
$6,232 (+2.5%)
$240,367 + $348,530
$588,897
2023
$6,080 (+0.3%)
$235,654 + $341,697
$577,351
2022
$6,064 (+2.3%)
$231,034 + $334,998
$566,032
2021
$5,927 (+0.4%)
$226,504 + $328,430
$554,934
2020
$5,905 (+1.5%)
$222,063 + $321,991
$544,054
2019
$5,817 (+5.2%)
$219,787 + $318,690
$538,477
2018
$5,527 (+1.9%)
$215,478 + $312,442
$527,920
2017
$5,423 (+2.5%)
$207,111 + $300,310
$507,421
2016
$5,293 (−1.0%)
$207,111 + $300,310
$507,421
2015
$5,347 (−12.6%)
$203,050 + $294,422
$497,472
2014
$6,119 (+0.2%)
$175,794 + $388,505
$564,299
2013
$6,109 (−41.6%)
$175,794 + $388,505
$564,299
2012
$10,469 (+0.1%)
$175,000 + $386,750
$561,750
2011
$10,458 (+1.9%)
$270,000 + $690,000
$960,000
2010
$10,258 (−18.2%)
$270,000 + $690,000
$960,000
2009
$12,543 (−1.3%)
$325,000 + $625,000
$950,000
2008
$12,706
$400,000 + $770,000
$1,170,000
*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
4
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.07 Acres
Year renovated
1981
Sq. Ft.
6,617
Year built
1981
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
1701302400
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 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 Information
# of Garage Parking Spaces: 5
# of Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 5
Garage Type: Attached, Detached
Non-Garage Parking: Driveway
RV Parking: On-Site Parking
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 5
Master Bedroom Dimensions: 22x17
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 16 x 16
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 18 x 14
Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 15 x 15
Bedroom 5 Dimensions: 23 x 16
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces(s): 5
Fireplace Information: Fireplace in Family Room, Fireplace in Master Bedroom, Other (See Remarks)
Interior Features
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Forced Air
Heat Source: Electric
Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
Laundry Information
Laundry Location: Laundry Room
Laundry Utilities: Electric
Room Information
Square Feet (Estimated): 6,617
Extra Room 1 Dimensions: 14 x 12
Extra Room 2 Dimensions: 29 x 16
Dining Room Dimensions: 17 x 12
Family Room Dimensions: 32 x 20
Kitchen Dimensions: 22 x 19
Living Room Dimensions: 39 x 19
Bonus Room, Den, Family Room
Exterior
Exterior Features
Construction: Brick, Stucco
Fencing: Full
Patio: Deck
Building Information
Year Built: 1981
Entry Only
Roof: Concrete
Pool Information
Pool Type: Below Ground
Spa: Private Below Ground
Spa Heat: Electric
Property Information
Residential Sub-Category: Detached
Residential Sub-Category: Detached
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor Record
Lot Information
# of Acres (Approximate): 1.07
Lot Size: 1+ to 2 Acres
Lot Size Source: Assessor Record
View: Mountains/Hills, Valley/Canyon
Land Information
Irrigation: Sprinklers
Topography: Gentle Slope
Utilities
Utility Information
Septic Installed
Water Information
Meter on Property
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 6,617
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.07 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1981
Year Renovated: 1981
County: San Diego County
APN: 1701302400
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Date Information
Off Market Status Date: 2014-09-26
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Transit
Mission Meadows Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
Roosevelt Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi
3/10
Vista High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.46% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 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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Estimated sale price
$1.66M – $2.01M
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