Accepting Back up offers - Hidden Coastal Gem in a 55+ Community! Move In Ready! Perched high on a breezy hilltop just 15 minutes from the beach, this beautifully refreshed, light-filled home is located on a spacious corner lot in the highly sought-after 55+ community of Vista Del Mar — where you own the land surrounded by vinyl privacy fencing. With low taxes and low HOA fees, this is coastal living at its best. Enjoy the ideal combination of serene privacy and easy access to shopping, dining, and all the charm of nearby coastal attractions. Inside, the home features OWNED SOLAR, keeping summer electricity bills around $60/month — a major plus and a whole home water softner system. The freshly painted interior is enhanced by four skylights, new window blinds, and an abundance of natural light. Brand-new laminate wood flooring with upgraded subflooring and new baseboards elevate the main living spaces, while plush carpeting adds comfort to the bedrooms. The primary bath features modern, durable vinyl plank flooring. Recent improvements include: Electrical upgrades include new outlets, GFCI protection, and updated lighting fixtures. Interior plumbing updates: Guest bath updates/master toiltet/new shower fixtures, and a touchless sensor kitchen faucet Irrigation repairs and replacements for reliable, efficient landscaping care. At the heart of the home is a spacious open-concept kitchen and family room, centered around a large gas fireplace — perfect for cozy evenings. The kitchen showcases brand-new stainless steel appliances, including a 5-burner gas range, and a 9-month-old refrigerator. The adjacent living and dining areas are bright and open, ideal for entertaining or relaxing. Step outside to your private patio — perfect for morning coffee or outdoor gatherings, all while enjoying year-round coastal breezes. Additional features include: Detached two-car garage with ample driveway parking Generously sized corner lot near guest parking Free RV storage for residents — a rare and valuable community perk Whether you're looking to downsize or embrace a low-maintenance, coastal lifestyle, this Vista Del Mar gem has everything you need to feel right at home in Retirement!
ManufacturedProperty Type
1980Year Built
5,910 sq ftLot Size
$334Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Diana Gavin•DRE #01433686• Realty ONE Group Pacific
Contact: dianagavin@msn.com
Bought with Damon Richards•DRE #02080502• HomeSmart Realty West
Bought with Robert Adams•DRE #01912122• HomeSmart Realty West
This is a lovely home, on a corner lot with a beautiful garden, and perfect for that special gardener who likes to garden. This home offers newer appliances, updated bathrooms & kitchen, tasteful upgrades throughout, high ceilings, and a large family room with a cozy fireplace. An over sized, detached 2 car garage, with room to park several cars in the driveway, is prime real estate in this community, Guest parking is very close as well. This home is ready for a new owner. HOA is only $60.00 monthly. Neighborhoods: Vista Del Mar Complex Features: , Equipment: Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Range/Oven, Washer Other Fees: 0 Sewer: Sewer Connected Topography: LL
CRMLS #110002364
May 4, 2011
Sold
$148,000
$87/sq ft
Jan 11, 2011
Listed
$162,500
$96/sq ft
55+ SENIOR COMMUNITY! Manufactured home. Large corner lot. Family room with FP & wet bar. Vaulted ceilings. Spacious master. Covered patio. Lots of parking. .. 2 car detached garage plus nice size driveway. Guest parking close by. Complex offers lots of amenities: pool, spa, tennis court & RV parking. Close to Tri-City Hospital & Medical Ctr, shopping, restaurants & easy fwy access. Sect 1 termite, roof & plumbing repairs complete.
SDMLS #1
Jan 31, 2011
Price Changed
$162,500
$96/sq ft
CRMLS #100051689
Dec 25, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Dec 8, 2010
Price Changed
$180,049
$106/sq ft
Nov 26, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Nov 19, 2010
Price Changed
$189,525
$112/sq ft
Oct 27, 2010
Price Changed
$199,500
$118/sq ft
Oct 7, 2010
Price Changed
$219,900
$130/sq ft
Sep 16, 2010
Price Changed
$236,436
$139/sq ft
Aug 27, 2010
Listed
$248,880
$147/sq ft
Aug 27, 2010
Listed
$180,049
$106/sq ft
CRMLS #31013575
Aug 1, 2003
Sold
$250,000
$147/sq ft
Mar 10, 2003
Listed
$259,000
$153/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 13, 1990
Sold
$60,000
$35/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 9, 1988
Sold
$42,000
$25/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,714 (+5.1%)
$166,062 + $138,639
$304,701
2024
$4,486 (+2.0%)
$218,731 + $132,799
$351,530
2023
$4,396 (+0.2%)
$214,443 + $130,196
$344,639
2022
$4,387 (+2.2%)
$210,239 + $127,644
$337,883
2021
$4,291 (+0.6%)
$206,117 + $125,142
$331,259
2020
$4,265 (+1.4%)
$202,076 + $122,689
$324,765
2019
$4,206 (+4.3%)
$200,004 + $121,431
$321,435
2018
$4,032 (+1.6%)
$196,083 + $119,050
$315,133
2017
$3,970 (+2.3%)
$188,470 + $114,428
$302,898
2016
$3,880 (+3.5%)
$188,470 + $114,428
$302,898
2015
$3,749 (+60.2%)
$184,775 + $112,185
$296,960
2014
$2,340
$114,963 + $39,714
$154,677
2013
$2,338 (+4.1%)
$114,963 + $39,714
$154,677
2012
$2,245 (−32.5%)
$114,444 + $39,535
$153,979
2011
$3,327 (−5.5%)
$112,200 + $38,760
$150,960
2010
$3,520 (+1.4%)
$151,129 + $95,715
$246,844
2009
$3,470 (+21.4%)
$165,218 + $110,144
$275,362
2008
$2,859
$165,611 + $110,406
$276,017
Tax history for 631 Via Costa Rica
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,714 (+5.1%)
$166,062 + $138,639
$304,701
2024
$4,486 (+2.0%)
$218,731 + $132,799
$351,530
2023
$4,396 (+0.2%)
$214,443 + $130,196
$344,639
2022
$4,387 (+2.2%)
$210,239 + $127,644
$337,883
2021
$4,291 (+0.6%)
$206,117 + $125,142
$331,259
2020
$4,265 (+1.4%)
$202,076 + $122,689
$324,765
2019
$4,206 (+4.3%)
$200,004 + $121,431
$321,435
2018
$4,032 (+1.6%)
$196,083 + $119,050
$315,133
2017
$3,970 (+2.3%)
$188,470 + $114,428
$302,898
2016
$3,880 (+3.5%)
$188,470 + $114,428
$302,898
2015
$3,749 (+60.2%)
$184,775 + $112,185
$296,960
2014
$2,340
$114,963 + $39,714
$154,677
2013
$2,338 (+4.1%)
$114,963 + $39,714
$154,677
2012
$2,245 (−32.5%)
$114,444 + $39,535
$153,979
2011
$3,327 (−5.5%)
$112,200 + $38,760
$150,960
2010
$3,520 (+1.4%)
$151,129 + $95,715
$246,844
2009
$3,470 (+21.4%)
$165,218 + $110,144
$275,362
2008
$2,859
$165,611 + $110,406
$276,017
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
All Bedrooms Down, Entry, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom
Fireplace Information
Family Room, Gas
Has Fireplace
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: 1
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: Manufactured House
Foundation Information
No
Exterior Features
Pool Features: Association
Has Sprinklers
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped, Sprinklers Drip System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers Timer
Property Information
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 1667213500
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units In Community: 254
Builder Name: 35819 LANCER
Builder Model: 328
Homeowners Association
Is Part of Association
Association Name: Vista Del Mar
Association Fee: $98
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Amenities: Barbecue, Billiard Room, Card Room, Club House, Common RV Parking, Pet Rules, Pets Permitted, Picnic Area, Pool, Tennis, Pickleball
Senior Community
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Storm Drains, Suburban
School Information
High School District: Vista Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 33.18824300
Longitude: -117.26277500
Other Subdivision Name: VISTA TRACT 80-23
Directions: Emerald to Hacienda or Melrose to Hacienda Drive- Pomelo Drive to top, take left on to Via Del Mar, Left on Via Santiago, Left on Via Bogota, drive to Via Costa Rica. 631 Via Costa Rica intersects with Via Bogota. House is a corner lot.
Zoning: R-1 SFR
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,921
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5,910 square feet
Style: Mobile/Manufactured Home
Year Built: 1999
Year Renovated: 1999
County: San Diego County
APN: 1667213500
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: dianagavin@msn.com
Days Active in MLS: 1
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Diana
List Agent Last Name: Gavin
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Realty ONE Group Pacific
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Damon
Buyer Agent Last Name: Richards
Co-Buyer Agent First Name: Robert
Co-Buyer Agent Last Name: Adams
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: HomeSmart Realty West
Co-Buyer Office Name: HomeSmart Realty West
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Schools
Breeze Hill Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
6/10
Madison Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
3/10
Rancho Buena Vista High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
6/10
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