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$979,000
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12172 Gay Rio Drive

Lakeside, CA 92040
bedrooms
4 Beds
bathrooms
1 Bath
square feet
1,645 Ft²
$4,808
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Welcome to a beautifully upgraded and versatile home where the possibilities are as expansive as the property itself. Tucked in the heart of Lakeside on a generous corner lot, this property offers the freedom to create your own backyard oasis.  Enjoy the added value of solar for energy efficiency and a private well in the back.  There's plenty of room for lush landscaping, outdoor entertaining, a pool, gardens, or all of the above  The pull-through driveway and oversized lot makes plenty of space for your RV, trailers, work trucks, toys or equipment!  What truly sets this property apart is the separate upper portion of the lot-a rare opportunity with incredible potential for an ADU, guest house, workshop, or multigenerational living (buyer to verify). Whether you're planning for extended family, rental income, or simply want room to expand, this home gives you all the options..  Properties that combine modern upgrades, usable land, and future potential are few and far between. Don't miss your chance to own one of Lakeside's most versatile properties!
Unit Size
1,645 Ft²
Days on Market
97 days
Land Size
0.72 acres
Price per sqft
$595
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1969

Listed By

Misti Taylor
Coldwell Banker West

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Last updated: 12 days ago (SDMLS #PTP2605447)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Jul 18, 2026 Listed by Coldwell Banker West $979,000
Listed by Coldwell Banker West

Property Highlights

Air Conditioning
Fireplace
Garage
Parking Details
Has Garage
Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Open Parking Spaces: 8
Interior Details
Full Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features: AllBedroomsDown, Attic
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
Laundry Features: In Garage
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 1645
Square Footage Source: $0
Year Built: 1970
Levels: One
Pool Features: None
Lot Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Paved, Rectangular Lot, ZeroToOneUnitAcre
Lot Size Area: 0.72
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.72
Lot Size Square Feet: 31363.2
Water Source: Well
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: Central Air
Sewer : Public Sewer

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1969
  • Effective Year Built: 1970
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 7
  • Bedroom Count: 4
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 3
  • Building Quality: 4
  • Construction Type: 6
  • Building Style: 11
  • Exterior Walls Type: 12
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 3
  • Floor Count: 100
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 3
  • Parking Space Count: 2
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 31,363
  • Total Building Area: 1,645
  • Building Area: 1,645
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 4
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,645
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 4
  • Water Service: 2

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: EL CAJON VALLEY COMPANYS LANDS
  • Land Acres: 0000000720
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 11
  • Legal Description 1: UNMBD LOT DOC70877REC69 IN TR 000289

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Grossmont Union High School District
  • School Tax School District: LAKESIDE UNION
  • Census Tract: 016807

Zoning

  • Zoning: RS

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 000289
  • Subdivision Tract Number: 000289
  • Parcel: 397-250-55-00
  • Lot: 129
  • Municipality: LAKESIDE UNION
  • Latitude: 32.8368
  • Longitude: -116.928

    Address

  • Full Address: 12172 Gay Rio Dr
  • Address - House Number: 12172
  • Address - Street Name: Gay Rio
  • Address - Suffix Type: Dr
  • State: CA
  • City Name: Lakeside
  • Carrier Code: C005
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 4947
  • Zip Code: 92040

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $286,378
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 82-072

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1911
  • Valuation Date: Jan 27, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 74
  • Final Value: 755,205
  • High Value: 899,588
  • Low Value: 610,823

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $192,050
  • Assessed Land Value: $78,082
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $113,968

    Exemptions

  • Homeowner Exemption: Yes
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 12172 Gay Rio Drive built and last sold?
The property at 12172 Gay Rio Drive was built in 1969 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $0.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 12172 Gay Rio Drive is $974,512.
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