Welcome to this must-tour, stunning property that won’t last. Coming to market on 4/25/24. A colorful front garden greets and leads you to this amazing residence where soaring ceilings and fresh paint provide abundant, natural light and spacious living. Situated within the highly sought-after Rancho Penasquitos neighborhood & greatly acclaimed Poway unified school district, this 4-bedroom, three-bath, 2,137 Sq. Ft. property is just a brief walking distance to Sundance Elementary School and a short drive to Mesa Verde Middle School and Westview High School, SR-56, nearby parks, shopping centers, hiking, and biking. Enjoy entertaining and meal cooking in a well-appointed kitchen opening to a Zen and lush garden designed for low maintenance and SoCal’s living at its best where Al Fresco dining meets late evening hot tub relaxation. Recent seller upgrades: New roof, 18 owned-Tesla solar panels, Tesla Powerwall battery, central water filtration system for the entire house, gutters, HVAC central heating, attic insulation and duct system, mini split AC system (4 zones), remodeled bathrooms, Murphy bed in office/4th bedroom, new plumbing throughout the house and upgraded electrical panel, making this property a move-in ready gem.
Single-familyProperty Type
1979Year Built
6,400 sq ftLot Size
$789Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jacinthe Pare•DRE #02132493• Fathom Realty Group, Inc
Contact: BonjourCaliforniaRealEstate@gmail.com
Bought with Meghna Surana•DRE #02058044• Keller Williams Realty-SDNI
SELLER ENTERTAIN OFFER 599,900K-645,000K. LOOKING FOR A 4BR HOME W/ GREAT CURB APPEAL-NEW KITCHEN & BATHS A FEW YRS AGO-DUAL PANE WINDOWS-5YR OLD ROOF-NICE FENCED IN BACK YARD. AWARD WINNING POWAY SCHOOLS. CLOSE TO ELEM. ,PARK, SHOPPING, LIBRARY AND YMCA. EASY ACCESS TO I-56 & I-15. WELL LOOK NO MORE!!! HURRY & THANKS FOR SHOWING
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,370 (+104.7%)
$1,414,944 + $416,160
$1,831,104
2024
$9,953 (+2.3%)
$1,387,200 + $408,000
$1,795,200
2023
$9,732 (+2.1%)
$448,721 + $455,959
$904,680
2022
$9,534 (+1.4%)
$439,923 + $447,019
$886,942
2021
$9,402 (+1.2%)
$431,298 + $438,254
$869,552
2020
$9,291 (+2.0%)
$422,842 + $429,661
$852,503
2019
$9,105 (+11.4%)
$418,507 + $425,256
$843,763
2018
$8,175 (+8.1%)
$410,301 + $416,918
$827,219
2017
$7,565 (+4.1%)
$345,000 + $355,000
$700,000
2016
$7,269
$345,000 + $355,000
$700,000
2015
$7,269 (+7.6%)
$333,000 + $342,000
$675,000
2014
$6,754 (+37.5%)
$311,000 + $319,000
$630,000
2013
$4,912 (+9.8%)
$311,000 + $319,000
$630,000
2012
$4,475 (−15.0%)
$227,000 + $232,000
$459,000
2011
$5,263 (−0.2%)
$207,000 + $211,000
$418,000
2010
$5,271 (−6.9%)
$243,000 + $248,000
$491,000
2009
$5,663 (−18.3%)
$243,000 + $248,000
$491,000
2008
$6,933
$262,000 + $268,000
$530,000
Tax history for 12819 Rife Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,370 (+104.7%)
$1,414,944 + $416,160
$1,831,104
2024
$9,953 (+2.3%)
$1,387,200 + $408,000
$1,795,200
2023
$9,732 (+2.1%)
$448,721 + $455,959
$904,680
2022
$9,534 (+1.4%)
$439,923 + $447,019
$886,942
2021
$9,402 (+1.2%)
$431,298 + $438,254
$869,552
2020
$9,291 (+2.0%)
$422,842 + $429,661
$852,503
2019
$9,105 (+11.4%)
$418,507 + $425,256
$843,763
2018
$8,175 (+8.1%)
$410,301 + $416,918
$827,219
2017
$7,565 (+4.1%)
$345,000 + $355,000
$700,000
2016
$7,269
$345,000 + $355,000
$700,000
2015
$7,269 (+7.6%)
$333,000 + $342,000
$675,000
2014
$6,754 (+37.5%)
$311,000 + $319,000
$630,000
2013
$4,912 (+9.8%)
$311,000 + $319,000
$630,000
2012
$4,475 (−15.0%)
$227,000 + $232,000
$459,000
2011
$5,263 (−0.2%)
$207,000 + $211,000
$418,000
2010
$5,271 (−6.9%)
$243,000 + $248,000
$491,000
2009
$5,663 (−18.3%)
$243,000 + $248,000
$491,000
2008
$6,933
$262,000 + $268,000
$530,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,400
Year renovated
1979
Sq. Ft.
2,137
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
3153241000
Parking Spaces
4
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views
Last updated by owner on Jun 25, 2025.
RS-1-14
RANCHO PENASQUITOS
Residential-Single Unit Zone
The purpose of the RS zones is to provide appropriate regulations for the development of single dwelling units that accommodate a variety of lot sizes and residential dwelling types and which promote neighborhood quality, character, and livability. It is intended that these zones provide for flexibility in development regulations that allow reasonable use of property while minimizing adverse impacts to adjacent properties.
Zone overlays
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Recreation
Park & open space
Sep 27, 2023 • Final
Electrical pmt
Electrical
Jul 30, 2022 • Final
Approval - construction - electrical pmt - pv combo
Electrical
Solar
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
Uncovered Spaces: 2
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking Spaces: 4
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Dryer Included, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Washer Included
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Barbecue, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Purifier, Water Softener
Has Appliances
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Upgraded
Cooling Information
Electric, Zoned
Has Cooling
Room Information
All Bedrooms Up, Family Room, Laundry, Living Room
Fireplace Information
Family Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Carpet, Tile, Wood
Heating Information
Natural Gas
Has Heating
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: Front of the house
Levels: Two
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Main Level Bedrooms: 0
Exterior
Exterior Information
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
Exterior Features
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Yard
Property Information
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Public Records
Parcel Number: 3153241000
Total # of Stories: 2
Has View
Utilities
Utilities Information
Electric: 220V In Garage
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electricity Connected
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Mountainous, Sidewalks, Street Lighting
School Information
High School District: Poway Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 32.95859900
Longitude: -117.13810300
Other Subdivision Name: Penasquitos Bluff
Directions: Locate a few minutes from SR 56 and off Thunderhead Street
Zoning: Single Family Residential
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,137
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 6,400 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: 1979
County: San Diego County
APN: 3153241000
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views
Home facts updated by owner on Jun 25, 2025
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: Kayak Racks, Refrigerator and Freezer in the Garage do not convey.