(Property remains available for showing and will consider backup offers!) Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to own the elegant original Benecia model home in the highly desirable Rancho Carrillo community of Carlsbad. This beautifully upgraded 5-bedroom, 3-bath residence offers approximately 2,769 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, featuring hardwood floors, new carpet, leaded glass windows, crown molding, custom paint, and abundant natural light. The gourmet kitchen is appointed with granite countertops, a center island, double ovens, stainless steel appliances, custom backsplash, and a sunny breakfast nook that opens to the spacious family room with a granite fireplace, built-in entertainment center, and surround sound. The versatile floor plan includes a downstairs executive office with custom built-ins (optional bedroom) and a generous upstairs bonus room that can easily serve as a fifth bedroom, media room, playroom, gym, or library. The luxurious primary suite features a custom walk-in closet, a hidden storage room(optional extra closet), and a spa-inspired bath with dual vanities, soaking tub, and separate shower. Enjoy a private backyard, mature landscaping, and inviting outdoor living spaces perfect for entertaining. Additional features include solar system (17 panels), dual-zone HVAC ( Both AC only 5 yrs old), recessed lighting, a security system, and a 3-car garage with granite-look epoxy flooring and extensive built-in storage. Ideally located near award-winning schools, scenic hiking trails, shopping, dining, world-famous beaches, and the local airport. Residents also enjoy exclusive access to the Rancho Carrillo Swim Center with a heated pool, spa, clubhouse, BBQ areas, and resort-style amenities, as well as the nearby historic Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park.
Single-familyProperty Type
2000Year Built
8,911 sq ftLot Size
$596Price/Sq.Ft.
$119/moHOA Dues
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Paul Cheyapanta•DRE #01362936• Coldwell Banker Realty
Contact: paul.cheyapanta@hotmail.com
Bought with Bryan Garrity•DRE #01501862• Engel & Volkers Dana Point
Est. $6,201 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2865 Rancho Rio Chico
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #NDP2606670
Sep 30, 2026
Sold
$1,650,000
$596/sq ft
Sep 9, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 5, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 13, 2026
Listed
$1,675,000
$605/sq ft
CRMLS #NDP2605300
Jul 13, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Jun 23, 2026
Price Changed
$1,725,000
$623/sq ft
Jun 2, 2026
Listed
$1,797,000
$649/sq ft
CRMLS #61043223
Aug 3, 2006
Listing Removed
—
May 22, 2006
Listed
$799,876
$289/sq ft
CRMLS #21033551
Oct 31, 2002
Sold
$544,000
$196/sq ft
Jul 1, 2002
Listed
$544,000
$196/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,827 (+4.6%)
$386,694 + $440,826
$827,520
2024
$10,354 (−0.6%)
$379,112 + $432,183
$811,295
2023
$10,412 (−5.1%)
$371,679 + $423,709
$795,388
2022
$10,971 (+1.3%)
$364,392 + $415,401
$779,793
2021
$10,828 (+0.8%)
$357,248 + $407,256
$764,504
2020
$10,738 (+1.0%)
$350,244 + $399,271
$749,515
2019
$10,637 (+2.5%)
$346,653 + $395,177
$741,830
2018
$10,381 (+1.4%)
$339,856 + $387,429
$727,285
2017
$10,240 (+4.2%)
$326,660 + $372,386
$699,046
2016
$9,826 (+1.1%)
$326,660 + $372,386
$699,046
2015
$9,720 (+1.4%)
$281,384 + $384,171
$665,555
2014
$9,583 (+4.4%)
$271,729 + $370,989
$642,718
2013
$9,182
$271,729 + $370,989
$642,718
2012
$9,185
$259,997 + $354,973
$614,970
2011
$9,185 (+3.6%)
$259,997 + $354,973
$614,970
2010
$8,868 (+0.2%)
$259,997 + $354,973
$614,970
2009
$8,847 (+1.6%)
$258,054 + $352,321
$610,375
2008
$8,710
$258,668 + $353,158
$611,826
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,911 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
2,769
Year built
2000
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
2226122500
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 8, 2026.
P-C
Planned Community Zone
The intent and purpose of the P-C, planned community zone, is to: Provide a method for and to encourage the orderly implementation of the general plan and any applicable specific plans by the comprehensive planning and development of large tracts of land under unified ownership or developmental control so that the entire tract will be developed in accord with an adopted master plan to provide an environment of stable and desirable character; Provide a flexible regulatory procedure to encourage creative and imaginative planning of coordinated communities involving a mixture of residential densities and housing types, open space, community facilities, both public and private and, where appropriate, commercial and industrial areas; Allow for the coordination of planning efforts between developer and city to provide for the orderly development of all necessary public facilities to insure their availability concurrent with need; Provide a framework for the phased development of an approved master planned area to provide some assurance to the developer that later development will be acceptable to the city; provided such plans are in accordance with the approved planned community master plan; and Ensure that all new and, as appropriate, existing master plans reserve a site or sites for community facilities uses which benefit the community as a whole by satisfying social/religious/human service needs pursuant to Chapter 21.25 of the code.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Housing-Other
Agriculture-Cropland
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Uncovered Spaces: 3
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
# of Parking Spaces: 6
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Individual Room
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Convection Oven, Gas Cooktop, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Double Oven, Dishwasher
Has Appliances
Breakfast Nook
Kitchen Island, Granite Counters
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Soaking Tub, Closet in bathroom, Walk-in shower, Exhaust fan(s), Linen Closet/Storage, Separate tub and shower, Bathtub, Double Sinks In Master Bath
Cooling Information
Dual, Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Formal Entry, Walk-In Closet, Primary Bedroom, Laundry, Bonus Room, Office, Foyer, Kitchen, Great Room, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite, Primary Bathroom, Converted Bedroom
Cable Connected, See Remarks, Electricity Connected
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units In Community: 1
Homeowners Association
Is Part of Association
Association Name: Rancho Carrillo HOA
Association Fee: $119
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Amenities: Pool, Club House, Recreational Multipurpose Room, Spa, Biking Trails
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Curbs, Street Lighting, Sidewalks, Park
School Information
High School District: San Marcos Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 33.12006400
Longitude: -117.24150600
Directions: GPS
Zoning: R-1
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,769
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8,911 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: 2000
County: San Diego County
APN: 2226122500
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 8, 2026
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: paul.cheyapanta@hotmail.com
Days Active in MLS: 53
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 94
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Paul
List Agent Last Name: Cheyapanta
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Bryan
Buyer Agent Last Name: Garrity
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Engel & Volkers Dana Point
Around this home
Schools
Carrillo Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
San Elijo Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi
7/10
San Marcos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
8/10
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