12543 Via Diego, San Diego, California 92040, San Diego, 92040 - 4 bed, 3 bath
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San Diego, California 92040
This Spacious Single Family Residence represents a High-Potential Investment Opportunity, listed at $979,000—positioned above the $860,112 Fair Market Value. While priced above current estimates, the property’s Condition Rating of 3 and massive 24,829 sqft lot offer significant long-term value-add potential. Featuring a Modernized Kitchen and Breathtaking Mountain Views, the home provides a unique lifestyle backdrop. With proximity to Lakeview Elementary, this property is an ideal acquisition for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants seeking a large-lot asset with substantial room for future customization and equity growth.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 12543 Via Diego Subject | $979,000* List Price | 4 | 3 | 2,012 | $457 | - |
A 12135 Los Amigos Way Sold | $990,000 | 4 | 2 | 2,528 | $392 | 0.5 mi |
B 12702 Los Coches Ct. Pending | $949,000 List Price | 4 | 3 | 2,283 | $416 | 0.3 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is move-in ready.
Built in 1979 but features a renovated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, likely updated within the last 10-15 years. The interior shows modern laminate flooring and fresh paint, making it move-in ready and well-maintained, though some fixtures like the kitchen fluorescent lighting remain dated.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 24829, living area = 2012.
The massive 24,829 sqft lot provides rare flexibility for outdoor development, including a pool, ADU, or professional landscaping, significantly increasing long-term value.
Breathtaking views of the Cuyamaca Mountains serve as a premium backdrop, enhancing the property's aesthetic appeal and tranquility.
Built in 1979, the home may require updates to major systems like electrical, plumbing, or roofing to meet modern efficiency standards.
While the local elementary school is highly rated, the surrounding middle and high schools have lower ratings, which may impact appeal for education-focused buyers.
Welcome to 12543 Via Diego — Space, Views & Endless Potential Tucked into one of Lakeside’s most sought-after neighborhoods, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 2,012 square feet of flexible living space on an expansive lot that truly sets it apart. Inside, the kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a range hood, flowing naturally into the dining and living areas — a layout built for everyday living and easy entertaining. All four bedrooms are generously sized, and tucked on the second floor is a charming loft nook — just the right size for a reading corner, a quiet escape, or a cozy homework spot. The real showstopper? Step outside and the lot opens up into something special. Currently set up as a kids’ paradise, the generous outdoor space offers serious potential — think pool, BBQ entertainment area, or your own backyard oasis. A dedicated dog run on the side yard is a bonus pet owners will love. And framing it all are breathtaking views of the Cuyamaca Mountains, the kind of backdrop you simply can’t manufacture. Lakeside’s charm keeps you close to shopping, dining, and commuter routes while feeling a world away from the bustle. Opportunities like this — with the lot size, the views, and the upside — don’t come around often.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.8 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.1 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.4 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 3.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 2,012 | 1,777 |
| Lot Size | 24,829 | 6,600 |
| Price | $979.0K | $1.24M |
| Price per sq ft | $487 | $743 |
| Built year | 1979 | 1972 |
| HOA | $0 | $200 |
| Days on market | 46 | 39 |
Jun 6, 2026
$979,000
Initial Listing
Sep 8, 2021
$790,000
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May 28, 2021
$740,000
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Jul 14, 2016
$515,000
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Jan 29, 2010
$425,000
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