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listing_id: CRPTP2605447
status: Active
price: 979000
beds: 4
baths_full: 2
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 1645
sqft_lot: 1
lot_acres: 0.72
year_built: 1970
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "12172 Gay Rio Dr"
city: Lakeside
state: CA
zip: 92040
county: "San Diego County"
lat: 32.8368146
lng: -116.9281229
days_on_market: 6
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 2
list_agent: "Misti Taylor"
list_office: "Coldwell Banker West"
list_agent_phone: "(619) 889-6030"
list_agent_license: 01766070
mls_source: CRMLS
modified: 2026-07-24
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | San Diego County | Lakeside | 92040 | 12172 Gay Rio Dr

12172 Gay Rio Dr, Lakeside, CA 92040

MLS: CRPTP2605447 | Status: Active | Price: $979,000
Beds/Baths: 4 / 2
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Acres Lot Yr Built
4 2 1,645 0.72 1970

Upcoming Open Houses

Date Time Hosted By
Saturday, July 25 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Sunday, July 26 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Remarks

Welcome to a beautifully upgraded and versatile home where the possibilities are as expansive as the property itself. Tucked in the heart of Lakeside on a generous corner lot, this property offers the freedom to create your own backyard oasis. Enjoy the added value of solar for energy efficiency and a private well in the back. There's plenty of room for lush landscaping, outdoor entertaining, a pool, gardens, or all of the above The pull-through driveway and oversized lot makes plenty of space for your RV, trailers, work trucks, toys or equipment! What truly sets this property apart is the separate upper portion of the lot—a rare opportunity with incredible potential for an ADU, guest house, workshop, or multigenerational living (buyer to verify). Whether you're planning for extended family, rental income, or simply want room to expand, this home gives you all the options.. Properties that combine modern upgrades, usable land, and future potential are few and far between. Don't miss your chance to own one of Lakeside's most versatile properties!

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # CRPTP2605447
MLS Source California Regional MLS
Days on Site 6

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bedrooms Ground Floor Bedroom
Kitchen Other
Appliances Dishwasher, Microwave, Other, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator
Fireplace Living Room
Laundry In Garage
Cooling Central Forced Air

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Pool None

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Garage: 2 Car(s)
Water Well
HOA Fee $0
Zoning Single Family Residential

Contact Information

Misti Taylor
Coldwell Banker West
License #: 01766070
Phone: (619) 889-6030

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Winter Gardens Elementary School public KG,1 0.39 mi N/A
Riverview International Academy public PK,TK,KG,1,2,3,4,5 0.71 mi 8
W. D. Hall Elementary School public K-5 1.06 mi 2
Lemon Crest Elementary School public K-5 1.12 mi 3
Lakeside Middle School public 6-8 1.36 mi 5
Lakeview Elementary School public K-5 1.51 mi 6
Tierra Del Sol Middle School public 6-8 1.58 mi 5
Pepper Drive Elementary School public K-8 1.59 mi 6
Lakeside Early Advantage Preschool public UG 1.78 mi N/A
Lindo Park Elementary School public K-5 1.78 mi 6
Greenfield Middle School public 6-8 1.83 mi 4
Lakeside Farms Elementary School public K-5 2.07 mi 8
El Capitan High School public 9-12 2.18 mi 6
Magnolia Elementary School public K-5 2.21 mi 2
Hill Creek Elementary School public K-8 2.24 mi 9
Naranca Elementary School public K-6 2.46 mi 3
Sevick Special Education School public UG 2.59 mi N/A
Madison Avenue Elementary School public K-5 2.61 mi 6
Granite Hills High School public 9-12 2.68 mi 6
Santana High School public 9-12 2.71 mi 7

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Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of July 24, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Misti Taylor, (619) 889-6030.