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Vista 92081 Vista
638 Cantara Lane
$1,450,000
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638 Cantara Lane

Vista, CA 92081
bedrooms
4 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
2,630 Ft²
$7,120
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Tucked away on a flat and fully usable half-acre lot, this single-level Vista home offers the kind of space and flexibility that's increasingly hard to find. With 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and 2,630 square feet of living space, the home has been lovingly held by the original owners and is ready for its next chapter.  Inside, the home feels bright and welcoming, with abundant natural light throughout and a spacious layout that offers plenty of room to make it your own. The kitchen is equipped with granite countertops and newer stainless steel appliances, while the surrounding living spaces flow comfortably for both everyday living and entertaining. Step outside to a private pool and expansive yard with endless possibilities for relaxing, gathering, gardening, play, or creating a custom outdoor retreat.  With so much usable land, the property also offers exciting potential to expand the existing home or explore an ADU, creating added flexibility for guests, multigenerational living, or future investment opportunities. A 3-car garage, no HOA, and convenient proximity to shopping, dining, and freeway access add even more everyday appeal.  Whether you're looking for a place to settle in and make your own or a property with room to grow and long-term potential, this Vista home offers a rare combination of space, versatility, and opportunity.
Unit Size
2,630 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.50 acres
Price per sqft
$551
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1992

Listed By

Pina Shaw
HomeSmart Realty West

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Last updated: 6 hours ago (SDMLS #NDP2608093)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Oct 20, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Oct 9, 2026 Price Decreased $1,450,000
↓ $150K (9.4%)
Price Decreased
Sep 11, 2026 Price Decreased $1,599,999
↓ $200K (11.1%)
Price Decreased
Aug 27, 2026 Listed by HomeSmart Realty West $1,800,000
Listed by HomeSmart Realty West

Property Highlights

Garage
Fireplace
With View
Parking Details
Has Garage
Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 3
Open Parking Spaces: 4
Interior Details
Half Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features: BedroomOnMainLevel
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 2630
Square Footage Source: $0
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Built: 1992
Levels: One
Pool Features: In Ground
Pool is Private
Lot Features: ZeroToOneUnitAcre
Lot Size Area: 21780
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.5
Lot Size Square Feet: 21780
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: None

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1992
  • Effective Year Built: 1992
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 8
  • Bedroom Count: 4
  • Bathroom Count: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 3
  • Building Condition: 3
  • Building Quality: 7
  • Construction Type: 0
  • Building Style: 15
  • Exterior Walls Type: 12
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 4
  • Floor Count: 100
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 3
  • Parking Space Count: 3
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 8
  • Location Influence Type: 224

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 21,780
  • Total Building Area: 2,630
  • Building Area: 2,630
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 4
  • Heated Square Feet: 2,630
  • Heating Fuel Type: 3

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 1
  • Water Service: 2

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: VISTA TRACT 89-04 PHASE I
  • Land Acres: 0000000500
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 11
  • Legal Description 1: LOT 30 TR 012583

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Vista Unified School District
  • School Tax School District: VISTA CITY OF
  • Census Tract: 019701

Zoning

  • Zoning: E-1

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 012583
  • Subdivision Tract Number: 012583
  • Parcel: 166-521-09-00
  • Lot: 30
  • Municipality: CITY OF VISTA
  • Latitude: 33.1857
  • Longitude: -117.268

    Address

  • Full Address: 638 Cantara Ln
  • Address - House Number: 638
  • Address - Street Name: Cantara
  • Address - Suffix Type: Ln
  • State: CA
  • City Name: Vista
  • Carrier Code: R019
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 6355
  • Zip Code: 92081

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $569,600
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 12-201

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1911
  • Valuation Date: Jan 27, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 74
  • Final Value: 1,069,782
  • High Value: 1,274,306
  • Low Value: 865,257

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $453,958
  • Assessed Land Value: $156,533
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $297,425

    Sales

  • Current Sale Recording Date: Jan 31, 1992
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 27
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 53614
Data used for valuation calculations is provided by RealtyHop, and other third party sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 638 Cantara Lane built and last sold?
The property at 638 Cantara Lane was built in 1992 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $300,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 638 Cantara Lane is $1,453,951.
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