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Pacific Highlands Ranch · Carmel Valley · 92130
A gated enclave of just 44 Palm Springs Modern-inspired residences by Pardee Homes, with three floor plans from 4,356 to 4,922 sq. ft. and homesites of up to about three-quarters of an acre.
Vista Santa Fe is a gated community of 44 single-family homes in Pacific Highlands Ranch, Carmel Valley, San Diego 92130. Built by Pardee Homes in 2019 and 2020, it offers three floor plans from 4,356 to 4,922 square feet, including a rare single-story residence, on lots of up to about three-quarters of an acre.
The architecture blends Palm Springs Modern design with a San Diego sensibility: clean horizontal lines, walls of glass, and floor plans that open directly to the outdoors. Optional rooftop decks, casitas, and a multi-generational GenSmart suite let each home be configured for the way its owners actually live. The community sits on three quiet streets, Aurora Summit Trail, Morning Light Trail, and Skyglitter Trail, behind a controlled-access gate.
Vista Santa Fe also enjoys everything Pacific Highlands Ranch is known for: about 1,300 acres of preserved natural habitat, a multi-use trail system, and the Village at Pacific Highlands Ranch less than a mile away, with Canyon Crest Academy and Pacific Trails Middle School close by.
Looking for what's available today? The live MLS listings at the top of this page show every current Vista Santa Fe homes for sale, updated automatically as homes come on the market.
Pardee designed three residences for Vista Santa Fe. Each has a three-bay garage and a long list of options, so two homes built from the same plan can live very differently. Click any elevation or floor plan to enlarge it and browse the full set.
| Residence | Stories | Living Area | Beds | Baths | Signature Feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residence One | Single-story | 4,356–4,656 sq. ft. | 4–5 | 4.5–5.5 | Single-level living, optional casita |
| Residence Two | Two-story | 4,718–4,922 sq. ft. | 5 | 5.5 | Second-story retreat, rooftop deck |
| Residence Three | Two-story | 4,589–4,903 sq. ft. | 4–5 | 5.5 | Dual primary suites, optional GenSmart suite |
Square footage and bedroom counts vary with the options each original buyer selected. Confirm the details of any specific home with public records and the listing.
Pardee's original specifications for Vista Santa Fe were generous, which is part of why these homes still feel current. Individual owners may have upgraded or changed finishes since, so treat this as a baseline.
Vista Santa Fe residents have access to the private Club at Lopelia Meadows, along with the parks, trails, and open space of the wider Pacific Highlands Ranch master plan.
Vista Santa Fe sits at the northern edge of Pacific Highlands Ranch, close to the Rancho Santa Fe border, yet the Village, top-rated schools, and SR-56 are all within minutes.
Vista Santa Fe is in the Solana Beach School District for elementary school and the San Dieguito Union High School District for grades 7–12. Every 92130 address is zoned for Torrey Pines High School, and Canyon Crest Academy, about a mile away, is a school-of-choice option.
Recent Vista Santa Fe listings have shown different Solana Beach School District elementary assignments, so confirm the campus for any specific address directly with the district before purchasing.
With only 44 homes spread across three private streets, Vista Santa Fe has the feel of a true enclave, where neighbors know one another by name and an evening walk is quiet. That intimate scale is one of the community's most prized qualities, especially for buyers who want privacy without giving up the energy of a well-connected neighborhood.
The homes themselves reinforce that sense of space. Detached residences on generous lots, many with rooftop decks, give the streetscape an openness that is increasingly rare in San Diego's luxury market. And because the Village, the Club at Lopelia Meadows, and Canyon Crest Academy are all nearby, daily life can happen almost entirely within Pacific Highlands Ranch.
With just 44 homes, Vista Santa Fe resales are infrequent, and each one says a lot about the market. These selected closings from public MLS records show how values have moved since the community was built.
| Closed | Living Area | Beds | Sale Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 2026 | 4,356 sq. ft. | 5 | $5,380,000 |
| December 2022 | 4,551 sq. ft. | 5 | $3,000,000 |
| September 2020 | 4,922 sq. ft. | 5 | $4,025,000 |
| October 2019 (new construction) | 4,551 sq. ft. | 5 | $1,870,285 |
Selected closings from public MLS records; not a complete sales history. For a full list of recent comparable sales, contact Sez Sezer.
Vista Santa Fe resales have ranged from about $3.0 million (December 2022) to $5.38 million (July 2026), when a 4,356 sq. ft. home closed at $5,380,000. When the community was new in 2019, pricing started in the high $1.8 millions. Prices depend on floor plan, lot, options, and condition, so contact Sez Sezer for current listings and comparable sales.
Recent Vista Santa Fe listings show HOA dues of approximately $290 to $300 per month, covering common area maintenance. Dues can change, so confirm the current amount for any specific home before making an offer.
Yes. Vista Santa Fe homes carry Mello-Roos (Community Facilities District) taxes, which are common in newer master-planned communities like Pacific Highlands Ranch. The amount varies by parcel, so request the CFD disclosure for any home you are considering.
Vista Santa Fe has 44 single-family homes on three streets: Aurora Summit Trail, Morning Light Trail, and Skyglitter Trail. Its small size is a big part of its privacy and appeal.
Yes. Vista Santa Fe is a gated, controlled-access community within Pacific Highlands Ranch, Carmel Valley, San Diego 92130.
Vista Santa Fe has three residences. Residence One is single-story at 4,356–4,656 sq. ft. with 4–5 bedrooms, 4.5–5.5 baths, and an optional casita and rooftop deck. Residence Two is two-story at 4,718–4,922 sq. ft. with 5 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, a second-story retreat, rooftop deck, and optional wine room. Residence Three is two-story at 4,589–4,903 sq. ft. with 4–5 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, dual primary suites, a rooftop deck, an outdoor room, and an optional GenSmart suite.
Yes. Residence One is the only single-story floor plan in Vista Santa Fe, at 4,356 to 4,656 sq. ft. Single-level homes of this size are rare in Carmel Valley, so they are worth watching closely if you want everything on one floor.
Pardee Homes built Vista Santa Fe in 2019 and 2020. Pardee is now part of Tri Pointe Homes. The community combines Palm Springs Modern design with a San Diego style.
Vista Santa Fe is in the Solana Beach School District for elementary school, with Solana Ranch Elementary about half a mile away. Grades 7–12 are in the San Dieguito Union High School District, including Pacific Trails Middle School and Torrey Pines High School. Canyon Crest Academy is a school-of-choice option about a mile away. Confirm the elementary assignment for any specific address with the district.
Residents have access to the private Club at Lopelia Meadows, with a pool, spa, wading pool, fitness center, and lounge. Pacific Highlands Ranch adds about 1,300 acres of preserved natural habitat, a multi-use trail system, and the Village at Pacific Highlands Ranch for shopping and dining.
Vista Santa Fe lots reach up to about three-quarters of an acre. Recent public records show lots from roughly a third of an acre to more than three-quarters of an acre, depending on the homesite.
Vista Santa Fe is about 4 miles from the Pacific Ocean, with the beaches of Del Mar and Torrey Pines a short drive away.
Pacific Highlands Ranch · San Diego 92130
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