Resort-style living awaits in the heart of Carmel Valley. Tucked within the highly sought-after Lakes community, this top-floor, light-filled residence offers the perfect blend of tranquility, natural beauty, and coastal living. Soaring vaulted ceilings and a dramatic two-story floor plan create an open, inviting atmosphere filled with natural light. The living space flows to a private balcony overlooking lush greenbelts, tennis courts, and rolling hills. The versatile loft, illuminated by a skylight, serves as a cozy retreat and features a rare walk-in attic with exceptional storage seldom found in condominium living. Surrounded by sparkling lakes, flowing streams, and landscaped walking paths, The Lakes offers a peaceful park-like setting with resort-style amenities including a pool, spa, clubhouse, BBQ area, tennis and pickleball courts, and ample guest parking. Minutes from world-renowned Torrey Pines, Del Mar beaches, One Paseo, Del Mar Highlands, award-winning schools, and Highways 56 and I-5, this home offers the best of Carmel Valley living. A rare opportunity in one of Carmel Valley’s most desirable communities.
For sale
$669,000
12245 Carmel Vista Rd Unit 290, San Diego, CA 92130
1beds
951sqft
Condominium
Built in 1985
-- sqft lot
$650,400 Zestimate®
$703/sqft
$599/mo HOA
What's special
Peaceful park-like settingTop-floor light-filled residenceDramatic two-story floor planSoaring vaulted ceilings
- 27 days |
- 813 |
- 49 |
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Listed by:
Sean Zanganeh DRE #01851910 858-229-6063,
Keller Williams Realty
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260015473
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Originating MLS: SDMLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air Unit
Cooling
- N/K
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Stove, Gas Cooking
- Laundry: Gas
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: FP in Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 951
- Total interior livable area: 951 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Assigned
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: 2 Story
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: Community/Common
- Fencing: N/K
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Greenbelt
Lot
- Size: 3.76 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 3071310159
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
- Zoning description: R-1:SINGLE
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Common Roof
Condition
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: BBQ, Clubhouse/Rec Room, Pet Restrictions, Pickleball, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Courts
- Subdivision: CARMEL VALLEY
HOA
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Exterior (Landscaping), Exterior Bldg Maintenance, Limited Insurance, Roof Maintenance, Sewer, Termite, Trash Pickup, Water
- HOA fee: $599 monthly
- HOA name: The Lakes HOA
Location
- Region: San Diego
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $703/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $297,994
- Annual tax amount: $3,203
- Date on market: 6/25/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$650,400
$618,000 - $683,000
$2,655/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $669,000+176.4%$703/sqft |
Source:  SDMLS #260015473 Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2012 | Sold | $242,000+0.9%$254/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2012 | Listing removed | $239,900$252/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams San Diego Metro #120036641 Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2012 | Listed for sale | $239,900-37.7%$252/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams San Diego Metro #120036641 Report a problem | ||
| 8/9/2005 | Sold | $385,000$405/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,203 +2% | $297,994 +2% |
| 2024 | $3,139 +2.4% | $292,152 +2% |
| 2023 | $3,067 +1.8% | $286,425 +2% |
| 2022 | $3,012 +3.8% | $280,810 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,902 -0.8% | $275,305 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,927 +5% | $272,483 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,787 +1.6% | $267,141 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,744 +1.9% | $261,904 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,692 +3.4% | $256,769 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,603 +1.5% | $251,735 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,564 +2.1% | $247,954 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,512 | $243,098 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $242,000 +19.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $203,000 -25.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $273,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $273,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $273,000 -9% |
| 2008 | -- | $300,000 -23.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $392,700 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $385,000 +204.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $126,416 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $123,938 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $121,668 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $119,284 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $116,946 |
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Neighborhood: Carmel Valley
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Carmel Del Mar Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Carmel Valley Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Torrey Pines High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
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