Single-level home in the highly sought-after city of Poway, offering 4BR/2BA and approximately 1,278 sq. ft. of comfortable living space in the award-winning Poway Unified School District. This Poway home combines privacy, convenience, and exceptional value in one of North County San Diego’s most desirable communities. The spacious living room features a cozy fireplace and seamless access to the private backyard, creating the ideal indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Enjoy the oversized patio and low-maintenance yard—perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying Southern California living year-round. A mature orange tree adds charm and fresh fruit right from your own backyard retreat. Additional highlights include dual-pane windows, no HOA, no Mello-Roos, a 2-car garage, and driveway parking. The versatile fourth bedroom with built-in shelving and direct garage access is ideal for a home office, guest room, gym, or flex space. Conveniently located near Poway Community Park, top-rated Poway schools, shopping, dining, hiking trails, and everyday amenities. Excellent opportunity to own a single-story home in Poway with endless potential. Property to be sold in its present “as-is” condition.
Single-familyProperty Type
1961Year Built
6,800 sq ftLot Size
$629Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Suzanne Kropf•DRE #01261875• Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
•858-395-7325 (agent)
•skropf@bhhscal.com (agent)
Contact: 858-395-7325
Bought with Christina Catalano•DRE #01379883• Camden McKay Realty
Est. $3,747 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 12957 Ilene St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
SDMLS #260013152
Jul 29, 2026
Sold
$804,000
$629/sq ft
Jul 6, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 2, 2026
Relisted
—
Jun 20, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 8, 2026
Relisted
—
Jun 3, 2026
Pending
—
May 30, 2026
Listed
$859,000
$672/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,813 (+2.7%)
$176,581 + $70,584
$247,165
2024
$2,739 (+2.2%)
$176,581 + $70,584
$247,165
2023
$2,680 (+1.7%)
$173,119 + $69,200
$242,319
2022
$2,635 (+1.3%)
$169,725 + $67,844
$237,569
2021
$2,600 (+1.4%)
$166,398 + $66,514
$232,912
2020
$2,565 (+2.6%)
$163,136 + $65,210
$228,346
2019
$2,499 (+2.9%)
$161,464 + $64,542
$226,006
2018
$2,430 (+2.7%)
$158,299 + $63,277
$221,576
2017
$2,365 (+2.2%)
$152,153 + $60,821
$212,974
2016
$2,315 (+1.5%)
$152,153 + $60,821
$212,974
2015
$2,281 (+2.4%)
$149,170 + $59,629
$208,799
2014
$2,228 (+0.5%)
$144,052 + $57,584
$201,636
2013
$2,218 (+1.9%)
$144,052 + $57,584
$201,636
2012
$2,177 (+1.9%)
$143,401 + $57,324
$200,725
2011
$2,135 (+239.4%)
$140,590 + $56,200
$196,790
2010
$629 (+0.7%)
$137,834 + $55,099
$192,933
2009
$625 (+2.2%)
$15,552 + $39,899
$55,451
2008
$611
$15,589 + $39,994
$55,583
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,800 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1961
Sq. Ft.
1,278
Year built
1961
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
3173632000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 6, 2026.
RS-7
Residential Single Family 7 Zone
The RS-7 residential single-family 7 zone is intended as an area for single-family residential development on minimum lot sizes of 4,500 sq ft and maximum densities of eight units per acre. Additional uses are permitted that are complementary to, and can exist in harmony with, a residential neighborhood.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Recreation-Other
Housing-Mobile home park
Mar 7, 2011 • Final
Reroof
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 4
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Attached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Gas
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Linoleum, Vinyl
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio
Fencing: Partial
Roof: Composition
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1278.0
# of Stories Total: 1
Property Features
Pets Allowed: Yes
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached
Land Information
Irrigation Source: Sprinklers
Lot Information
Lot Size : 4,000-7,499 SF
Lot Size Area: 0.16
Lot Size Units: Acres
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School District: Poway Unified School District
Middle Or Junior School District: Poway Unified School District
High School District: Poway Unified School District
Location Information
Directions: Use GPS
Subdivision Name: POWAY
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,278
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,800 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1961
Year Renovated: 1961
County: San Diego County
APN: 3173632000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 6, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: San Diego Association of REALTOR
AttributionContact: 858-395-7325
Around this home
Schools
Valley Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
7/10
Meadowbrook Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
6/10
Poway High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi
10/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
5% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Poway, CA • 92064
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Sun exposure
81/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.8 hrs
6.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$834,000 – $1.01M
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