12172 Gay Rio Drive Lakeside CA 92040 | MLS #PTP2605447
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!
Property Details
Price:
$979,000
MLS #:
PTP2605447
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
1.75
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
92040lakeside
Listed Date:
Jul 18, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,645
Lot Size:
31,363 sqft / 0.72 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1970
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Schools
School District:
Lakeside Union
Elementary School:
Lemon Crest
Middle School:
Lakeside
High School:
El Capitan
Interior
Appliances
Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Gas Range, Dishwasher
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom, 1 Three Quarter Bathroom
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry Features
In Garage
Levels
One
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Main Level Bedrooms
4
Exterior
Attached Garage YN
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls
Community Features
Horse Trails, Biking, Foothills, Lake, Street Lights, Suburban
Covered Spaces
2
Garage Spaces
2
Lot Features
Corner Lot, Paved, Rectangular Lot, 0-1 Unit/Acre, Front Yard, Back Yard
Open Parking Spaces
8
Parking Spots
10
Parking Total
10
Stories
1
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Neighborhood
Financial
Map
Community
- Address12172 Gay Rio Drive Lakeside CA
- CityLakeside
- CountySan Diego
- Zip Code92040
Subdivisions in Lakeside
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Lakeside as of Oct 20, 2026
96
Single Family Listed
60
Avg DOM
470
Avg $ / SqFt
$805,429
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 12172 Gay Rio Drive Lakeside CA is a Single Family for sale in Lakeside, CA, 92040. It is listed for $979,000 and features 4 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,645 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1970. The current price per square foot is $595. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Lakeside is $470. The average listing price for Single Family in Lakeside is $805,429. To schedule a showing of MLS#ptp2605447 at 12172 Gay Rio Drive in Lakeside, CA, contact your Compass agent at 310.409.7242.
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Lakeside, CA
