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  • $1,685,000

    12740 Prairie Dog Ave, San Diego, CA 92129

    5beds
    2,571sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1976
    5,662.8 Square Feet Lot
    $1,655,100 Zestimate®
    $655/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Beautifully landscaped backyardSpacious move-in ready homePrivate dressing areaCustom cabinetryGarden bedsSpacious family roomGrassy play areas
    Welcome to 12740 Prairie Dog Avenue – a spacious, move-in ready home in one of Rancho Peñasquitos’ most family-friendly neighborhoods. With 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, and a huge bonus room, this is one of the largest floor plans in the area—perfect for growing families. Two bedrooms and a full bath downstairs offer flexibility for guests, multi-generational living, or a home office. The oversized bonus room upstairs is a gamechanger—large enough to be a theater, game room, playroom, or even a 6th bedroom. Recent updates include new flooring, fresh paint, dual-pane windows, and remodeled baths. The bright kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and custom cabinetry opens to a spacious family room and a beautifully landscaped backyard—complete with grassy play areas, garden beds, a swing, and a covered patio with deck—an ideal setting for family time and entertaining. Upstairs, the primary suite is a peaceful retreat with a private dressing area, mirrored closets, and dual marble-topped vanities. Located in the award-winning Poway Unified School District and minutes from trails, parks, shopping, dining, and the coast, this home combines comfort, convenience, and community. Don’t miss your chance to make this exceptional Rancho Peñasquitos home yours.
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    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: 17 hours ago

    Listed by:

    Tom North DRE #01481287 619-778-5198,

    North Properties

    Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260005163MLS LogoOriginating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTOR

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    Heating
    • Forced Air Unit
    Cooling
    • N/K
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Range/Stove Hood, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Gas
    Features
    • Flooring: Partially Carpeted
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: FP in Living Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,571
    • Total interior livable area: 2,571 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Attached
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: 2 Story
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Awning/Porch Covered, Brick
    • Pool features: N/K
    • Fencing: Wood
    Lot
    • Size: 5,662.8 Square Feet
    Details
    • Parcel number: 3152022000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood/Stucco
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • Year built: 1976

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: RANCHO PENASQUITOS
    Location
    • Region: San Diego

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $655/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $327,269
    • Annual tax amount: $4,115
    • Date on market: 3/5/2026
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
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    Estimated market value

    $1,655,100

    $1.57M - $1.74M

    $5,463/mo

    Price history

    Price history
    DateEventPrice
    3/5/2026Listed for sale$1,685,000-0.8%$655/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #260005163 Report a problem
    11/1/2025Listing removed$1,699,000$661/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #250034474 Report a problem
    10/1/2025Price change$1,699,000-2.9%$661/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #250034474 Report a problem
    7/25/2025Listed for sale$1,750,000$681/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #250034474 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    Public tax history
    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$4,115 +17.8%$327,269 +2%
    2024$3,492 +2.3%$320,853 +2%
    2023$3,412 +2.1%$314,563 +2%
    2022$3,341 +1.5%$308,396 +2%
    2021$3,293 +1.2%$302,350 +1%
    2020$3,253 +3.8%$299,251 +2%
    2019$3,134 +0.5%$293,384 +2%
    2018$3,118 +2.8%$287,632 +2%
    2017$3,032 +2.4%$281,993 +2%
    2016$2,961 +1.5%$276,465 +1.5%
    2015$2,916 +2.4%$272,313 +2%
    2014$2,847 $266,980 +0.5%
    2013-- $265,775 +2%
    2012-- $260,565 +2%
    2011-- $255,457 +0.8%
    2010-- $253,549 -0.2%
    2009-- $254,152 +2%
    2008-- $249,170 +2%
    2007-- $244,286 +2%
    2006-- $239,497 +2%
    2005-- $234,802 +2%
    2004-- $230,199 +1.9%
    2003-- $225,981 +2%
    2002-- $221,551 +2%
    2001-- $217,208

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    BuyAbility℠ payment

    Est. payment
    $9,889/mo
    Principal & interest
    $8246
    Property taxes
    $1643

      Climate risks

      Neighborhood: Rancho Penasquitos

      Getting around

      20 / 100
      Car-Dependent
      0 / 100
      No Nearby Transit
      36 / 100
      Somewhat Bikeable

      Nearby schools

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      Schools provided by the listing agent
      • District: Poway Unified School District

      Source: SDMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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