2480 Vista Drive

Property Overview
VIEWS • CUSTOM-BUILT • SAN ANTONIO HEIGHTS. Originally built for a local artist, this one-of-a-kind Southwest-inspired estate seamlessly blends rustic charm with serene sophistication & the views are simply unforgettable. Nestled in San Antonio Heights, this 4,100 SF custom home offers 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths & a versatile floor plan that invites endless possibilities for living, working & creating. All rooms have custom beamed ceilings. From the moment you arrive, a private entry sets the tone & welcomes you into a thoughtfully designed residence where natural light pours through an abundance of French doors, skylights & strategically placed windows. Perfect home for multi-generational living or use as in-laws quarters with separate entrance. The living room opens to backyard views, while a private staircase leads to 1 of 2 primary suites — complete with a balcony showcasing breathtaking mountain views. A separate office off the living area also captures those same stunning mountain vistas. The gourmet kitchen is functional and beautiful, featuring a large granite island, double ovens, built-in refrigerator, pantry & and a charming kitchen window. A large laundry room & abundant storage adjoin the kitchen for everyday convenience. Continuing through the home, 3 additional oversized bedrooms await, including a 2nd primary suite with bathroom & walk-in closet. A dramatic family/multi-purpose room with soaring two-story ceilings & skylights anchors the heart of the home — ideal as a studio, home theater or gathering space. A half bath & 2nd laundry room serve this wing, while an adjacent bonus room offers more flexibility as an office or potential 5th bedroom. A private door off the bonus room leads to another staircase & a secluded 4th bedroom suite with views — perfect for guests or private retreat. French doors from the bonus room open to a peaceful patio with a private above-ground spa. Step outside and breathe it all in. The expansive lot delivers panoramic views with mature trees as your daily backdrop, complete with a pool & spa — a true entertainer's paradise & private sanctuary in one. Recent upgrades include new plumbing, stone flooring, recessed lighting, two A/C units, built-in shelving & 25 solar panels that are owned and paid off. Included in the sale is 1/4 water share that conveys with the property. This is not just a home — it is a legacy property for those who appreciate artistry, space, and the beauty of the area's iconic mountains.
Home Details
- Property type
- Residential - SingleFamilyResidence
- Year built
- 1979
- Living area
- 4,100 sq ft
- Lot size
- 9,100 sq ft
- Parking
- 2 spaces
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Stories
- 2.0
- Days on market
- 84
- MLS status
- Active
- Architectural style
- Custom,Spanish
Features & Amenities
Interior
- Beamed Ceilings
- Balcony
- Ceiling Fans
- Separate Formal Dining Room
- Granite Counters
- High Ceilings
- In Law Floorplan
- Open Floorplan
- Pantry
- Recessed Lighting
- Two Story Ceilings
- Bedroom On Main Level
- Main Level Primary
- Multiple Primary Suites
- Primary Suite
- Utility Room
- Walk In Closets
Appliances
- Double Oven
- Dishwasher
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Water Heater
Parking
- Concrete
- Door Single
- Driveway
- Garage Faces Front
- Garage
Pool
- Filtered
- Private
Lot
- Back Yard
- Front Yard
- Garden
Exterior
- Koi Pond
Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Smoke Detectors
Community, Schools & Utilities
Community
- Private pool
- Yes
- View
- Yes
Schools
- High school
- Upland
Utilities
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- CentralAir
- Electric
- PhotovoltaicsSellerOwned
- Water
- Private
- Sewer
- SepticTank
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