8141 Vista Dr

2,500 Sq. Ft.
$560 / Sq. Ft.
2,500
Sq. Ft.
$560
per Sq. Ft.

Description

The Brubeck Residence was designed by Master Architect Richard Lareau for famous Jazz composer Howard Brubeck in 1957. The home has been tastefully restored over the past 4 yrs & is one of the finest Mid-Century homes in San Diego. Enjoy breathtaking views through one of the 90 windows in the home. Take a dip in the pool on a hot summer day. Entertain guests by the outdoor fireplace. This is the epitome of indoor/outdoor living. Historical designation ready to save on big taxes Walk to La Mesa Village!The Brubeck Residence was designed by Master Architect Richard Lareau for famous Jazz composer Howard Brubeck in 1957. The home has been tastefully restored over the past 4 yrs & is one of the finest Mid-Century homes in San Diego. Enjoy breathtaking views through one of the 90 windows in the home. Take a dip in the pool on a hot summer day. Entertain guests by the outdoor fireplace. This is the epitome of indoor/outdoor living. Historical designation ready to save on big taxes Walk to La Mesa Village!
  1. Listed by Willem A De Ridder • DRE #01871390 • Brokerage DRE #01527365 • Compass • 619-980-6634

Property Details for 8141 Vista Drive

Architectural Style
Modern
Neighborhood
La Mesa Village
Community
LA MESA
Zoning
R-1:SINGLE
Parking Garage
Detached
Garage Spaces
0.0
Area Zip
LA MESA (91941)
Standard Status
Closed
LISTING UPDATED: 07/13/2025 03:17 PM

Property Details for 8141 Vista Drive

StatusSold
MLS #200038966
Days on Market8
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1959
Lot Size0.25 AC / 10,890 SF
CountySan Diego County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Willem A De Ridder, DRE #01871390

Sold By Compass, Willem De Ridder, DRE #01871390

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Building Information for 8141 Vista Drive

Stories2Year Built1959Building Size-Lot Size0.25 AC / 10,890 SF

Payment Calculator

$8,393 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,823

Property Taxes

$1,570

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 8141 Vista Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Coordinates: -117.022025, 32.760305
  • Latitude: 32.760305
  • Longitude: -117.022025
  • Directions: Cross Street: Acacia.
  • MLS Area Major: East County
  • Water Source: Meter on Property
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Other Fees: $0
  • CFD Mello Roos Fee: $0
  • Monthly Total Fees: $0
Parking
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Parking Total: 2.0
  • Parking Non-Garage Spaces: 2.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2500.0
  • Building Area Units: Sqft
  • Living Area: 2500
  • Living Area Units: Sqft
  • Lot Size Area: 0.25
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size: .25 to .5 AC
Property and Assessments
  • Parcel Number: 470-474-03-00
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Age Restrictions: N/K
  • Prop Restrictions Known: None Known
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Year Built: 1959
Utilities
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Heat Source: Natural Gas
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Stone, Wood
  • Fencing: Full
  • Fireplace Features: FP in Family Room, Patio/Outdoors
  • Pool Features: Below Ground
  • Pool Heat: Below Ground
  • Roof: Composition
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Built In Range, Freezer, Ice Maker, Gas Cooking
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Cooling: Central Forced Air, Zoned Area(s), Other/Remarks
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Laundry Features: Gas
  • Levels: 2 Story
  • Room Type: Family Room, Retreat, Office, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Laundry, Master Bathroom
  • Bedrooms Count: 4
  • Optional Bedrooms: 1
  • Baths Total: 4.0
Room
Room Information
  • Primary Bed Area: 16X12
  • Bed2Area: 10X11
  • Bed3Area: 13X11
  • Bed4Area: 11x11
  • Dining Room Area: combo
  • Family Room Area: 17X15
  • Kitchen Area: 13X14
  • Living Room Area: 20X18

Property History for 8141 Vista Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 28, 2020

Sold

CLAW #200038966SD

$1,400,000
Sep 28, 2020

Sold

CRMLS #200038966

$1,400,000
Sep 28, 2020

Sold

SDMLS #200038966

$1,400,000
Aug 21, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #678652320

$1,400,000

+17.1% / yr

Aug 21, 2020

Pending

SDMLS #200038966

Aug 21, 2020

Pending

CRMLS #200038966

Aug 21, 2020

Pending

CLAW #200038966SD

Aug 13, 2020

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #200038966

$1,400,000
Aug 13, 2020

Listed (Active)

CLAW #200038966SD

$1,400,000
Aug 13, 2020

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #200038966

$1,400,000
Jul 7, 2014

Sold

CRMLS #140026891

$525,000
Jul 7, 2014

Sold

CLAW #140026891SD

$525,000
Jul 7, 2014

Sold

SDMLS #140026891

$525,000
May 30, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #418772421

$525,000
May 30, 2014

Pending

SDMLS #140026891

May 30, 2014

Pending

CLAW #140026891SD

May 30, 2014

Pending

CRMLS #140026891

May 20, 2014

Listed (Active)

CLAW #140026891SD

$589,000
May 20, 2014

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #140026891

$589,000
May 20, 2014

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #140026891

$589,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/28/2020

Sold

CLAW #200038966SD

$1,400,000
09/28/2020

Sold

CRMLS #200038966

$1,400,000
09/28/2020

Sold

SDMLS #200038966

$1,400,000
08/21/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #678652320

$1,400,000

+17.1% / yr

08/21/2020

Pending

SDMLS #200038966

08/21/2020

Pending

CRMLS #200038966

08/21/2020

Pending

CLAW #200038966SD

08/13/2020

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #200038966

$1,400,000
08/13/2020

Listed (Active)

CLAW #200038966SD

$1,400,000
08/13/2020

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #200038966

$1,400,000
07/07/2014

Sold

CRMLS #140026891

$525,000
07/07/2014

Sold

CLAW #140026891SD

$525,000
07/07/2014

Sold

SDMLS #140026891

$525,000
05/30/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #418772421

$525,000
05/30/2014

Pending

SDMLS #140026891

05/30/2014

Pending

CLAW #140026891SD

05/30/2014

Pending

CRMLS #140026891

05/20/2014

Listed (Active)

CLAW #140026891SD

$589,000
05/20/2014

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #140026891

$589,000
05/20/2014

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #140026891

$589,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 8141 Vista Drive

Taxable ValueLand$541,216Additions$974,188Total$1,515,404
Tax Record2025$18,839 ($1,570 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt2,301 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,301 SqFtLot Size10,900 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1959Year Renovated2000ZoningR-1:SINGLE FACountySAN DIEGOAPN470-474-03-00

Schools near 8141 Vista Drive

This home is within Grossmont Union High School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 4 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
La Mesa Dale Elementary School
PublicK to 6

La Mesa Arts Academy
Public4 to 8

Mount Miguel High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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