Wonderful Lakeside Home on .62 ACRES! 3BR/2BA home with lots of extras, incl Den-Office-Media Room with gorgeous built-in shelves and projection system, Beautiful backyard, space for gardening, Sparkling Pool with lots of deck space for parties and gatherings, 3-car garage with Man-Cave, Plus separate Hobby Shack (She Shed!) and even a Chicken Coop if you want fresh eggs!!! Tons of extra parking. Room for RV's or 10-12 vehicles, surrounded by matures trees with lots of shade. Schedule a showing soon!
Bonus - Save tons of money on your WATER bill! Not only does Lakekside have the lowest water rates in the county, the this property has its own functioning deep well on property that supplies water for the pool and irrigation!
Single-familyProperty Type
1965Year Built
0.62 acresLot Size
$578Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
14 spacesParking
Listed by David Swanson•DRE #01479626• Keller Williams Realty
•619-203-1809 (agent)
•davidcswanson@kw.com (agent)
Listed by Sandy Jenkins•DRE #00971695• Keller Williams Realty
Bought with Justin Roberts•DRE #01294574• Cal State Realty Services
Nice landscaping and pool area. There is a she-shed on the property. 2.5 car detached garage.
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Steve Bordean
Redfin Associate agent
nicely maintained single-story residence that appears to have a mix of newer features and some original. All three bedrooms located on same side of home. Laundry located by kitchen. Lots of additional storage on the property. Garage is detached.
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Marcus Savino
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 12197 Gay Rio Dr
Date
Event
Price
SDMLS #190043908
Oct 30, 2019
Sold
$540,000
$350/sq ft
Sep 25, 2019
Pending
—
Aug 22, 2019
Relisted
—
Aug 19, 2019
Pending
—
Aug 7, 2019
Listed
$540,000
$350/sq ft
SDMLS #160031524
Jul 7, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Jun 9, 2016
Listed
$474,900
$308/sq ft
CRMLS #81006294
Apr 11, 2008
Sold
$382,000
$248/sq ft
Jan 23, 2008
Listed
$374,900
$243/sq ft
BANK OWNED FORECLOSURE!! Not a short sale! Very private 3 Bedroom Home with Below Ground Pool! Just Completed - NEW Interior Paint, NEW Carpet, and various other improvements! See disclaimer in supplement. .. [Supplement]: The seller has never occupied the property and is exempt from supplying the buyer with a TDS. This home is being sold in its current as is condition. The buyer is to complete thorough investigations before close of escrow. The buyer/agent shall verify all information contained herein before close of escrow. Information contained herein is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed.
CRMLS #42029881
Jul 7, 2004
Sold
$520,000
$337/sq ft
May 27, 2004
Listed
$520,000
$337/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 21, 1989
Sold
$175,000
$113/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 21, 1987
Sold
$133,000
$86/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,845 (+2.6%)
$324,737 + $277,637
$602,374
2024
$7,644 (+3.8%)
$318,370 + $272,194
$590,564
2023
$7,364 (+1.8%)
$312,128 + $266,857
$578,985
2022
$7,230 (+1.4%)
$306,008 + $261,625
$567,633
2021
$7,129 (+1.7%)
$300,008 + $256,496
$556,504
2020
$7,010 (+12.7%)
$294,126 + $251,467
$545,593
2019
$6,222 (+1.9%)
$291,111 + $248,889
$540,000
2018
$6,104 (+2.0%)
$255,695 + $218,610
$474,305
2017
$5,982 (+14.3%)
$245,767 + $210,122
$455,889
2016
$5,233 (+0.2%)
$245,767 + $210,122
$455,889
2015
$5,221 (+8.1%)
$202,000 + $198,000
$400,000
2014
$4,831 (+13.5%)
$186,000 + $189,000
$375,000
2013
$4,256 (+3.2%)
$186,000 + $189,000
$375,000
2012
$4,122 (−19.0%)
$162,000 + $163,000
$325,000
2011
$5,086 (+1.0%)
$162,000 + $163,000
$325,000
2010
$5,035
$222,638 + $186,594
$409,232
2009
$5,040 (−20.2%)
$220,975 + $185,200
$406,175
2008
$6,314
$221,500 + $185,640
$407,140
Tax history for 12197 Gay Rio Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,845 (+2.6%)
$324,737 + $277,637
$602,374
2024
$7,644 (+3.8%)
$318,370 + $272,194
$590,564
2023
$7,364 (+1.8%)
$312,128 + $266,857
$578,985
2022
$7,230 (+1.4%)
$306,008 + $261,625
$567,633
2021
$7,129 (+1.7%)
$300,008 + $256,496
$556,504
2020
$7,010 (+12.7%)
$294,126 + $251,467
$545,593
2019
$6,222 (+1.9%)
$291,111 + $248,889
$540,000
2018
$6,104 (+2.0%)
$255,695 + $218,610
$474,305
2017
$5,982 (+14.3%)
$245,767 + $210,122
$455,889
2016
$5,233 (+0.2%)
$245,767 + $210,122
$455,889
2015
$5,221 (+8.1%)
$202,000 + $198,000
$400,000
2014
$4,831 (+13.5%)
$186,000 + $189,000
$375,000
2013
$4,256 (+3.2%)
$186,000 + $189,000
$375,000
2012
$4,122 (−19.0%)
$162,000 + $163,000
$325,000
2011
$5,086 (+1.0%)
$162,000 + $163,000
$325,000
2010
$5,035
$222,638 + $186,594
$409,232
2009
$5,040 (−20.2%)
$220,975 + $185,200
$406,175
2008
$6,314
$221,500 + $185,640
$407,140
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.62 Acres
Year renovated
1965
Sq. Ft.
1,542
Year built
1965
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
3972702600
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Parking Spaces: 4
# of Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 10
Garage Type: Detached, Garage - Rear Entry, Garage - Side Entry, Garage - Two Door
Non-Garage Parking: Driveway, Driveway - Asphalt
RV Parking: On-Site Parking, Potential Space
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 10 x 10
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 10 x 10
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces(s): 1
Fireplace Information: Fireplace in Living Room
Interior Features
Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan, Crown Moldings, Pantry, Stone Counters, Sunken Living Room
Equipment: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Shed(s), Washer, Gas Oven, Ice Maker, Range/Stove Hood, Recirculated Exhaust Fan, Water Line to Refr, Gas Cooking