12556 Chetenham Ln
San Diego, CA 92128
$1,495,000
Soaring ceilings, expansive windows, and generous living spaces define this nearly 3,000-square-foot, 5-bedroom, 3-bath home in Rancho Bernardo's Montelena community. The entry, featuring parquet flooring, opens to an impressive living room with dramatic two-story windows that fill the space with natural light, a fireplace, and a striking staircase. The adjoining formal dining room offers convenient access to both the kitchen and living room, along with French doors leading outdoors. The generously sized kitchen
| Listing Id: | 260026395 |
|---|---|
| List Price: | $1,495,000 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Property Sub Type: | Detached |
| Status: | Active |
| Bedrooms Total: | 5 |
| Bathrooms Full: | 3 |
| Living Area: | 2,978 |
| Association Fee: | $58 |
| Lot Size Square Feet: | 6,295.0 |
| Waterfront?: | No |
| City: | San Diego |
| County Or Parish: | San Diego |
| Subdivision Name: | Rancho Bernardo |
| Postal Code: | 92128 |
| Year Built: | 1986 |
| Appliances: | Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Double Oven, Electric Cooking |
| Association Amenities: | Club House, Gym/Ex Room, Playground, Sport Court, Pool |
| Association Fee Frequency: | Quarterly |
| Association Fee Includes: | Common Area Maintenance |
| Basement: | false |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 3 |
| Building Area Total: | 2,978.0 |
| Building Area Units: | Sqft |
| Feed Types: | IDX |
| Construction Materials: | Wood/Stucco |
| Cooling: | Central Forced Air |
| Fencing: | Full |
| Fireplace Features: | FP in Family Room, FP in Living Room |
| Fireplaces Total: | 2 |
| Flooring: | Carpet, Tile, Parquet |
| Garage Spaces: | 2.0 |
| Heating: | Forced Air Unit |
| Interior Features: | Bathtub, Granite Counters, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Kitchen Island, Open Floor Plan, Shower, Shower in Tub, Two Story Ceilings, Wet Bar, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceiling, Kitchen Open to Family Rm |
| Laundry Features: | Other/Remarks |
| Levels: | 2 Story |
| Living Area Units: | Sqft |
| Lot Size Area: | 0.15 |
| Lot Size Units: | Acres |
| MLS Area Major: | North County Inland |
| Parcel Number: | 272-590-31-00 |
| Parking Features: | Attached |
| Photos Change Timestamp: | 2026-11-05T17:36:32Z |
| Pool Features: | Community/Common |
| Roof: | Tile/Clay |
| Sewer: | Sewer Connected |
| Special Listing Conditions: | N/K |
| State Or Province: | CA |
| Stories Total: | 2 |
| Water Source: | Meter on Property |
| Sdmls Neighborhood: | Montelena |
| Sdmls Area Zip: | Rancho Bernardo (92128) |
| Sdmls Lvt Date: | 2026-11-05 |
| Original List Price: | $1,495,000 |
| Sale Or Rent: | For Sale |
| Sdmls Status Detail: | 0 |
| Community Features: | Tennis Courts, Clubhouse/Rec Room, Exercise Room, Playground, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Pickleball |
| Heat Source: | Natural Gas |
| Restrictions: | CC&R's |
| Listing Terms: | Cash, Conventional |
| Sdmls Adu Yes No: | No |
| Sdmls Short Sale: | No |
| Sdmls Internet Address: | 12556 Chetenham Ln |
| Sdmls Home Owner Fee Reflects: | Month |
| Sdmls Max Search Price: | 1,495,000 |
| Sdmls Monthly Total Fees: | 99 |
| Parking Total: | 4 |
| Sdmls Geo Update Timestamp: | 2026-11-05T17:36:31.4 |
| Sdmls Full Address: | 12556 Chetenham Ln |
| Showing Requirements: | Call Listing Agent, Appointment Only |
| Sdmls Parking Non Garaged: | 2.0 |
| Bedrooms Possible: | 5 |
| Sdmls Lot Size: | 4, 000-7, 499 SF |
| Sdmls Supplement Remarks: | features granite countertops, a center island with cooktop, double wall ovens, abundant counter space, and a built-in desk area. Opening directly to the family room with its own cozy fireplace, these connected living spaces provide a comfortable setting for everyday living and entertaining. An open bar counter with sink, conveniently situated between the living and family rooms, adds to the home's entertaining appeal. A main-level bedroom with a built-in window seat and direct access to the adjoining full bathroom adds flexibility for guests, extended family, or multigenerational living. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite features vaulted ceilings, large windows, and a skylight that brings additional natural light into the bedroom and ensuite bath. The primary bath offers three separate closets, a large dual-sink vanity, soaking tub, and separate shower. Three additional generously sized bedrooms and a full hall bath with two separate vanities complete the upper level. Outdoors, a patio provides space for dining, relaxing, and entertaining. Additional features include an owned Tesla solar system and membership in the Rancho Bernardo Swim & Tennis Club, offering access to swimming pools, spa, sports courts, fitness center, and recreational amenities. Conveniently located near the Rancho Bernardo Inn, Bernardo Winery, golf courses, shopping, dining, and the I-15 corridor, this home offers an appealing combination of architectural character, versatile living spaces, and opportunities to make it your own! |
| On Market Date: | 2026-11-05 |
Listing Courtesy of: Compass
Listing Agent: Jonathon Shea
858-354-5103
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San Diego MLS data last updated on November 06, 2026 12:49 AM - PT.
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