Welcome to this gorgeous 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in highly sought-after Carmel Mountain Ranch. With 1,831 sq. ft. of living space, this two-story residence offers comfort, style and convenience in the heart of San Diego. Step inside to find fresh paint and soaring vaulted ceilings that create a light and airy feel. The open floor plan features a spacious living room, a separate dining area and a large family room with a cozy fireplace-perfect for entertaining. The upgraded kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, plenty of counter space and direct access to the family room. Upstairs, all four bedrooms are generously sized, including the expansive primary suite with a spa-like bath and huge walk-in closet. Additional features include central air conditioning, a whole-house fan, a separate laundry room with full-sized washer and dryer and an attached 2-car garage. Enjoy San Diego's sunshine in your private fenced backyard with a covered patio, ideal for outdoor dining and relaxation. Landscaping service is included. Nestled in the award-winning Poway Unified School District, this home is close to top schools, upscale shopping, dining, parks and scenic trails. Commuters will love the easy access to the 15 and 56 freeways, with area beaches just 20 minutes away. No pets and no smoking, please. Don't miss the opportunity to make this stunning Carmel Mountain Ranch home yours-schedule a showing today. At Alta Vista Properties, we aim to provide a convenient and cost-effective resident experience. Our Resident Benefits Package (rbp) is $39.95 per month and helps address common resident needs, including insurance, optional credit building and more. This home comes with high speed internet up to 1 Gig at an exclusive group rate of $65 and includes 24/7 premium support and setup to help get you connected at move-in. Additional details will be provided with the application. Applications must be submitted directly through Alta Vista Properties. We do not accept Zillow or third-party applications. Application Requirements. 700+ credit score is required. Conditional approval may be considered for scores between 669-699. Verifiable income of at least 2.8x the monthly rent. Minimum of 3 years of verifiable positive rental or homeownership history. No evictions; evictions older than 5 years may be considered if rental history since then has been perfect. Additional Terms: Non-smoking unit. Renters insurance required. Available for a 1-year lease. Amenities: Central Heat. Central Air Conditioning. Private Fenced Back Yard. Gas Fireplace with Log Set in Family Room. Close to Shopping and Restaurants. Close to the 15 and 56 freeways. Poway Unified Schools. Attached 2-Car Garage. Separate Dining Room. Great Room. Next to the Carmel Mountain Ranch Open Space. Listing provided by RentalSource.
Contact 13620 Essence Rd
Policies
PetsNo pets allowed
No pets allowed
ParkingGarage
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Garage
Amenities
In-unitFireplace, Patio, Oversized Closets
Fireplace
Patio
Oversized Closets
Washer & Dryer In Unit
Air Conditioning
Unique featuresPrivate Yard, Garage, High Speed Internet Access
Private Yard
Garage
High Speed Internet Access
Non-Smoking
Stainless Steel Appliances
Heat
Around 13620 Essence Rd
Schools
Places
Transit
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Shoal Creek Elementary School
Public, K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
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Meadowbrook Middle School
Public, 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
Rancho Bernardo High School
Public, 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
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About Carmel Mountain
Ranch
Carmel Mountain Ranch, located between Rancho Peñasquitos and Sabre Springs, is a master-planned and hillside San Diego neighborhood with golf-course greens and canyon trails. The neighborhood’s tempo concentrates around the Carmel Mountain Road and Highland Ranch Road junction, where patios, errands, and post-work meetups cluster in a polished retail strip. The Carmel Mountain Ranch Golf Course sets a manicured backdrop for stucco townhomes and larger-lot houses on curving streets. Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve frames the area with wide-open views and long, dusty paths. Bernardo Winery and the Old Poway Park & Railroad add a weekend rhythm beyond the shopping centers.
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Historical weather
San Diego, CA • 92128
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 97° expected this year, 18 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
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This property is priced $318 above the rental estimate.
Asking rent
$4,450
Rental estimate
$4,132
Nearby comparable rentals
The Rental Estimate uses 0 recent nearby rental.
Sale and tax history for 13620 Essence Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
rentalsource #3
Sep 4, 2026
Listed for Rent
$4,450
$2/sq ft
RentEngineListings #2
Sep 3, 2026
Rental Removed
$4,450
$2/sq ft
Sep 2, 2026
Listed for Rent
$4,450
$2/sq ft
APPFOLIO #1
Sep 30, 2025
Rental Removed
$4,450
$2/sq ft
Sep 23, 2025
Price Changed
$4,450
$2/sq ft
Sep 11, 2025
Listed for Rent
$4,590
$3/sq ft
CRMLS #T12047946
May 25, 2012
Sold
$560,000
$306/sq ft
Apr 27, 2012
Pending
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Apr 16, 2012
Listed
$564,000
$308/sq ft
Gorgeous two story home in safe, family-friendly neighborhood of Walden. Four bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2.5 car garage for extra storage or workspace. Travertine-like porcelain tile floors throughout and vaulted ceilings downstairs lend a very upscale, spacious feel this this home. Kitchen with breakfast nook has been upgraded with Corian counters, white cabinets, and stainless steel appliances. Family room with fireplace is adjacent to the kitchen and has sliding doors leading to the private backyard. Central AC, a whole house fan and ceiling fans make this home cool even in the warmest San Diego afternoons. Indoor Laundry with additional cabinetry for storage. If you are looking for an immaculate home in the award-winning Poway School District, this is it! Close to shopping, restaurants, parks and freeways. The beach is only 15 minutes away on the 56!.
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13620 Essence Rd is a 1831 square foot property with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. We estimate that 13620 Essence Rd would rent between $4,132 / mo.13620 Essence Rd is located in San Diego, the 92128 zipcode, and the Poway Unified School District.