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Real Estate/CA/Vista/196 Santa Clara Drive (Sold)
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SOLD
SoldClosed on May 29, 2026
$1,135,000
Sold Price

196 Santa Clara Drive, Vista, CA 92083

bed
4
Bedrooms
bathtub
4
Bathrooms
square_foot
2,560
Square Feet

About this home

A rare architectural offering in Vista, this thoughtfully updated single-level home blends iconic design with modern functionality. Originally a mid-century modern classic by renowned designers Cliff May and Chris Choate, the home has been enhanced with nearly 1,000 sq ft of permitted living space. Offering 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, the home features high ceilings, seamless indoor-outdoor living with floor-to-ceiling windows, and industrial aesthetic finishes with concrete elements throughout. A modern rustic charm paired with warm industrial finishes creates a space that feels both modern, yet cozy. The beautifully updated kitchen showcases high-end appliances, marble countertops, a massive custom island, and built-in bench seating. Step outside to a backyard designed for effortless entertaining and outdoor living, featuring a covered outdoor kitchen and a spacious private lot with room for a pool or additional amenities. Conveniently located near top-rated schools, dining, shopping, and major highways, this is a truly distinctive property that stands apart.

infoProperty Facts

bed

Bedrooms

4

bathtub

Bathrooms

4

square_foot

Square Feet

2,560

landscape

Lot Size

12,300 sqft

calendar_month

Year Built

1970

home_work

Property Type

Single Family Residence

timer

Days on Market

7

payments

HOA Fee

N/A

garage

Garage Total

2

fingerprint

MLS #

PW26093958

chairInterior Details

General Interior

Interior Features

Built In Features, Breakfast Area, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting

Fireplace

Dining Room, Wood Burning

Kitchen & Appliances

Appliances

Six Burner Stove, Built In Range, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, High Efficiency Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Water Softener, Tankless Water Heater, Water Purifier

Laundry

In Garage

Bed & Bath

Main Level Master

Yes

Climate Control

Cooling

Central Air

Heating

Central

deckExterior & Lot

Building & Construction

Patio & Porch

Enclosed

Construction

Board And Batten Siding, Drywall, Glass, Concrete, Wood Siding

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter, Slab

Roof

Shake

Nearby Schools

RatingSchool NameGradesDistance
3
Grapevine Elementary
Elementary School
K-50.5 mi
N/A
Vista Christian School
Private School
K-120.7 mi
N/A
Tri-City Christian School
Private School
K-120.8 mi
1
Major General Raymond Murray High
High School
10-120.8 mi
6
Vista Innovation And Design Academy
Middle School
6-80.9 mi

Convenience Score

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