Carmel Valley Homes under $1 million

Carmel Valley Homes under $1 million

Welcome to Carmel Valley, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of San Diego County, California. This vibrant community is renowned for its picturesque landscapes, top-tier schools, and a lifestyle that perfectly balances suburban tranquility with urban convenience. With its stunning coastal views, lush parks, and an array of shopping and dining options, Carmel Valley has become a sought-after destination for families, professionals, and retirees alike.

One of the most appealing aspects of Carmel Valley is the diverse range of housing options available, particularly for those seeking homes under $1 million. Here, you can find charming single-family homes, modern townhouses, and spacious condos that cater to various lifestyles and budgets. Despite being known for its upscale real estate market, there are still fantastic opportunities for first-time buyers and families looking to settle down in this beautiful area.

Carmel Valley boasts a strong sense of community, with numerous events and activities that bring residents together. From farmer's markets to seasonal festivals, there’s always something happening to foster connections among neighbors. The area is also home to some of the best schools in San Diego, making it an ideal choice for families prioritizing education.

With its blend of natural beauty, family-friendly amenities, and affordable housing options, Carmel Valley is not just a place to live—it's a place to thrive. Explore the possibilities and discover your dream home in this enchanting corner of California today!

Newest Carmel Valley Homes under $1 million

3521 Caminito Carmel Lndg, Carmel Valley
$899,999
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ PTP2607457 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Rarely available true󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 single-level corner end-unit in Carmel Valley! This beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers an exceptional combination of privacy, convenience, and low-maintenance living, with only one shared wall and no neighbors above. Move-in ready and thoughtfully updated, the1,066 SF home features bright, open living spaces with no interior stairs. The spacious primary suite offers a vaulted ceiling, oversized closet, private patio access, and a beautifully renovated ensuite bathroom with a modern walk-in shower. The refreshed kitchen features brand-new stainless-steel appliances, complemented by luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh interior paint, new baseboards, updated lighting, and new switches and outlets, creating a clean, contemporary feel throughout. The inviting living room is centered around a cozy fireplace, while the kitchen opens directly to a private enclosed patioan ideal extension of the living space for morning coffee, weekend grilling, outdoor dining, or relaxing in the California sunshine. Additional conveniences include an assigned one-car garage, ample nearby guest parking, in-unit laundry, and central air conditioning. Residents enjoy resort-style amenities including a pool, spa, clubhouse, and tennis courts, all within a beautifully maintained community. Ideally located just minutes from One Paseo, Del Mar Highlands Town Center, parks, restaurants, shopping, beaches, and convenient freeway access, this home delivers the Carmel Valley lifestyle buyers are looking for an opportunity to own a true single-level corner end-unit in at The Rarely available true single-level corner end-unit in Carmel Valley! This beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers an exceptional combination of privacy, convenience, and low-maintenance living, with only one shared wall and no neighbors above. Move-in ready and thoughtfully updated, the1,066 SF home features bright, open living spaces with no interior stairs. The spacious primary suite offers a vaulted ceiling, oversized closet, private patio access, and a beautifully renovated ensuite bathroom with a modern walk-in shower. The refreshed kitchen features brand-new stainless-steel appliances, complemented by luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh interior paint, new baseboards, updated lighting, and new switches and outlets, creating a clean, contemporary feel throughout. The inviting living room is centered around a cozy fireplace, while the kitchen opens directly to a private enclosed patioan ideal extension of the living space for morning coffee, weekend grilling, outdoor dining, or relaxing in the California sunshine. Additional conveniences include an assigned one-car garage, ample nearby guest parking, in-unit laundry, and central air conditioning. Residents enjoy resort-style amenities including a pool, spa, clubhouse, and tennis courts, all within a beautifully maintained community. Ideally located just minutes from One Paseo, Del Mar Highlands Town Center, parks, restaurants, shopping, beaches, and convenient freeway access, this home delivers the Carmel Valley lifestyle buyers are looking for an opportunity to own a true single-level corner end-unit in at The Groves. Back on market through no fault of seller.

3521 Caminito Carmel Lndg, Carmel Valley

12590 Carmel Creek Rd Unit 2, Carmel Valley
$695,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ NDP2608893 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Del Mar Villas BLDG.
Ideally positioned in󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 one of the best locations within the Del Mar Villas community, this sunny and bright upper-level two bed/2 bath residence enjoys lovely views overlooking the tennis courts and easy access to everything the community has to offer! Travertine flooring, plush carpet, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, upgraded lighting and more! Just steps from the pool, spa, BBQ area & fitness center, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Assigned covered parking is conveniently located directly across from the unit with additional storage. Enjoy the best of Carmel Valley living, just minutes to the beach, One Paseo, Del Mar Highlands Town Center, exceptional dining and shopping, and many of San Diegos prominent biotech and employment centers. An outstanding opportunity for a primary residence, second home or investment property in one of San Diegos most desirable coastal communities.Come home TODAY! Ideally positioned in one of the best locations within the Del Mar Villas community, this sunny and bright upper-level two bed/2 bath residence enjoys lovely views overlooking the tennis courts and easy access to everything the community has to offer! Travertine flooring, plush carpet, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, upgraded lighting and more! Just steps from the pool, spa, BBQ area & fitness center, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Assigned covered parking is conveniently located directly across from the unit with additional storage. Enjoy the best of Carmel Valley living, just minutes to the beach, One Paseo, Del Mar Highlands Town Center, exceptional dining and shopping, and many of San Diegos prominent biotech and employment centers. An outstanding opportunity for a primary residence, second home or investment property in one of San Diegos most desirable coastal communities.Come home TODAY!

12590 Carmel Creek Rd Unit 2, Carmel Valley

12362 Carmel Country Road Unit 201, Carmel Valley
$800,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ PTP2607144 MLS ⋅ COMING SOON Status ⋅ The Heights BLDG.
Welcome home to󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 The Heights, a gated community, in the heart of Carmel Valley! This beautifully remodeled and freshly painted 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo, plus bonus room offers 1,145 sq ft of stylish, easy living. The open floor plan and great room layout create an inviting space, complete with a cozy fireplace. The updated kitchen is the star of the show, with new cabinetry, quartz countertops, all brand new appliances including a five-burner gas stove, water heater, and breakfast bar seating for casual meals or entertaining. An open flex space adds even more versatility, ready to be your home office, reading nook, workout corner, or creative studio. Both full bathrooms have been recently updated with quartz countertops for a fresh, modern touch. Enjoy the convenience of a one-car garage plus an additional parking space. Community amenities include a pool, gym, and clubhouse. Just minutes from shopping, dining, entertainment, and freeway access, with everything you need at your fingertips. Also, situated in one of San Diego's most desirable school districts. Move-in ready and not to be missed! Welcome home to The Heights, a gated community, in the heart of Carmel Valley! This beautifully remodeled and freshly painted 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo, plus bonus room offers 1,145 sq ft of stylish, easy living. The open floor plan and great room layout create an inviting space, complete with a cozy fireplace. The updated kitchen is the star of the show, with new cabinetry, quartz countertops, all brand new appliances including a five-burner gas stove, water heater, and breakfast bar seating for casual meals or entertaining. An open flex space adds even more versatility, ready to be your home office, reading nook, workout corner, or creative studio. Both full bathrooms have been recently updated with quartz countertops for a fresh, modern touch. Enjoy the convenience of a one-car garage plus an additional parking space. Community amenities include a pool, gym, and clubhouse. Just minutes from shopping, dining, entertainment, and freeway access, with everything you need at your fingertips. Also, situated in one of San Diego's most desirable school districts. Move-in ready and not to be missed!

12362 Carmel Country Road Unit 201, Carmel Valley

3887 Pell Pl Unit 314, Carmel Valley
$888,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260023087 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Pell Place BLDG.
Welcome to 3887󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 Pell Place #314 - a coastal, 3rd floor CORNER unit at the back of the community on the greenbelt / walking path. This turnkey remodeled 2 bed, 2 bath home in the heart of Carmel Valley’s highly sought-after walking district w/ LOW $434 HOA. 1 mile from Del Mar Beach. Light, bright, and exceptionally private, this beautifully updated residence features dual primary suites and is ideally positioned in one of the best locations within the Pell Place community, surrounded by mature trees with peaceful sunrise views and refreshing coastal breezes. This move in ready home offers stainless steel appliances, central AC and heat, full sized stacked laundry units, freshly painted interiors and cabinetry, generous storage, and a functional open layout that flows seamlessly to two private patios, including a patio off the primary suite perfect for indoor-outdoor living. Located just one block from Del Mar Highlands, you’re steps from some of North County’s best shopping, dining, and entertainment, including Sky Deck and Sky Bar. The community is rich with amenities, featuring a large putting green, and access to the nearby recreation center with a resort-style pool, waterslides, and park. Just a few blocks away, enjoy the Del Mar Pump Track skate park and everything that makes this area one of San Diego’s most vibrant coastal communities. Perfectly situated within walking distance to everything you need and adjacent to top rated 9 and 10 schools, this home offers the ideal blend of lifestyle, location, and comfort. We invite you to experience 3887 Pell Place #314.

3887 Pell Pl Unit 314, Carmel Valley

12610 Carmel Country Rd 43 Unit 43, Carmel Valley
$932,500
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ NDP2608758 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Elysian BLDG.
Welcome to this󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 well-maintained and upgraded 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath condo in the highly sought after Elysian community. This well-lit two-story upper unit home offers a bright interior with a skylight and an open-concept layout. Newer luxury vinyl plank flooring downstairs and designer-style carpet upstairs. The living area opens to a serene patio perfect for relaxing, entertaining and barbecuing. As a bonus, this home has no units above or directly in front and overlooks the common area. The updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, newer cabinets with pull-outs, ample counter space, and a large pantry. A convenient half bath is located on the main floor for guests. Upstairs, the primary suite has vaulted ceilings, dual closets, shower stall, and large windows with view of common area. The second bedroom includes a large, mirrored closet, en-suite bathroom, and French doors. Additional features include a two-car tandem garage, full-size laundry near the bedrooms, central heating and air conditioning, a cozy gas fireplace, and plenty of storage throughout. Enjoy resort-style amenities with two pools, a spa, and a fully equipped gym. Located in the heart of Carmel Valley, minutes from One Paseo, Del Mar Highlands, Sky Deck, Torrey Pines Beach, parks, and hiking trails. Award-winning schools close by, and easy freeway access. Along with amenities - water, trash, and sewer are also included in HOA fees and complex has just completed new roofs. Welcome to this well-maintained and upgraded 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath condo in the highly sought after Elysian community. This well-lit two-story upper unit home offers a bright interior with a skylight and an open-concept layout. Newer luxury vinyl plank flooring downstairs and designer-style carpet upstairs. The living area opens to a serene patio perfect for relaxing, entertaining and barbecuing. As a bonus, this home has no units above or directly in front and overlooks the common area. The updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, newer cabinets with pull-outs, ample counter space, and a large pantry. A convenient half bath is located on the main floor for guests. Upstairs, the primary suite has vaulted ceilings, dual closets, shower stall, and large windows with view of common area. The second bedroom includes a large, mirrored closet, en-suite bathroom, and French doors. Additional features include a two-car tandem garage, full-size laundry near the bedrooms, central heating and air conditioning, a cozy gas fireplace, and plenty of storage throughout. Enjoy resort-style amenities with two pools, a spa, and a fully equipped gym. Located in the heart of Carmel Valley, minutes from One Paseo, Del Mar Highlands, Sky Deck, Torrey Pines Beach, parks, and hiking trails. Award-winning schools close by, and easy freeway access. Along with amenities - water, trash, and sewer are also included in HOA fees and complex has just completed new roofs.

12610 Carmel Country Rd 43 Unit 43, Carmel Valley

3537 Caminito El Rincon, Unit 259, Carmel Valley
$789,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260022368 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Camino Villas I BLDG.
Beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo in the highly desirable community of Carmel Valley, offering approximately 944 sq. ft. of comfortable living space. Extensively refreshed and move-in ready, this home features new luxury flooring, fresh interior paint, and an updated kitchen with new countertops, sink, faucets, dishwasher, range, oven, and refrigerator. A brand-new water heater adds further peace of mind, while air conditioning provides year-round comfort. Enjoy an exceptional Carmel Valley lifestyle surrounded by highly regarded schools, including Carmel Del Mar Elementary, Carmel Valley Middle School, and Torrey Pines High School, along with excellent private-school options nearby. Just minutes from Del Mar beaches and the coast, One Paseo, and Del Mar Highlands Town Center, you'll have shopping, dining, entertainment, and recreation close at hand. Residents enjoy resort-style community amenities including a swimming pool, hot tub/spa, sauna, tennis courts, fitness center, and clubhouse. The HOA fee includes water and sewer, adding valuable convenience and affordability. With easy access to I-5 and SR-56, this location is ideally positioned for getting around San Diego. With extensive updates, desirable amenities, excellent school options, and a prime Carmel Valley location, this is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a coastal lifestyle at an attractive value.

3537 Caminito El Rincon, Unit 259, Carmel Valley

12253 Carmel Vista Rd Unit 186, Carmel Valley
$594,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 260021490 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ The Lakes BLDG.
Welcome to The󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 Lakes, a desirable resort-inspired community in the heart of Carmel Valley! This bright, very large, single-level condo of almost 800 sq. ft. offers peaceful water views from every room and a grassy area in front of the unit, creating a serene setting from the moment you arrive. The entry-level location provides easy, stair-free living, while the spacious outdoor patio offers a wonderful spot to relax and enjoy views of the beautifully landscaped grounds and water features. The updated kitchen features newer cabinetry with soft-close drawers, complemented by fresh paint and new carpet throughout. The generously sized bedroom includes two cedar-lined closets, providing excellent storage, while an additional closet near the front door adds even more convenience. In-unit laundry and an assigned covered parking space (#186) with extra storage further enhance everyday living. The community also offers abundant guest parking and electric vehicle charging stations.The Lakes features five scenic lakes connected by streams, beautiful landscaping, lily ponds, walking paths, two tennis courts, a sparkling pool, spa, and dog area. Ideally situated just blocks from Carmel Valley schools from elementary through high school, with One Paseo and Del Mar Highlands Town Center nearby for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Enjoy easy access to Del Mar beaches, Torrey Pines State Reserve, and major tech and employment centers. This exceptional condo combines comfort, convenience, and a tranquil resort-style setting in one of Carmel Valley's most desirable communities.

12253 Carmel Vista Rd Unit 186, Carmel Valley

3845 Elijah Ct Unit 613, Carmel Valley
$599,999
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ NDP2608070 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Meticulously maintained &󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 move-in ready, his immaculate 808 sq.ft. condo combines modern upgrades with high-end finishes. The open living space features laminate flooring,fresh interior paint throughout,& newly added recessed lighting paired with updated light fixtures. The refreshed kitchen boasts freshly painted cabinetry with sleek new hardware,a new Kohler kitchen sink,& a high-end dishwasher replaced two years ago. Enjoy ultimate privacy with top-of-the-line custom shutters in both the dining room & primary bedroom. Additional peace of mind comes from a well-maintained HVAC system replaced just six years ago. Complete covered parking spot and additional storage,this turn-key home offers seamless everyday comfort.Live in ultimate comfort with access to exceptional on-site amenities,including a modern clubhouse,quiet co-working library,fully equipped gym,sparkling pool,spa,& relaxing gazebo with a community grill. Beyond the front door,enjoy unbeatable convenience with walkable access to top local destinations,most notably the nearby Carmel Valley Community Center featuring fantastic sports courts and expansive soccer fields. Meticulously maintained & move-in ready, his immaculate 808 sq.ft. condo combines modern upgrades with high-end finishes. The open living space features laminate flooring,fresh interior paint throughout,& newly added recessed lighting paired with updated light fixtures. The refreshed kitchen boasts freshly painted cabinetry with sleek new hardware,a new Kohler kitchen sink,& a high-end dishwasher replaced two years ago. Enjoy ultimate privacy with top-of-the-line custom shutters in both the dining room & primary bedroom. Additional peace of mind comes from a well-maintained HVAC system replaced just six years ago. Complete covered parking spot and additional storage,this turn-key home offers seamless everyday comfort.Live in ultimate comfort with access to exceptional on-site amenities,including a modern clubhouse,quiet co-working library,fully equipped gym,sparkling pool,spa,& relaxing gazebo with a community grill. Beyond the front door,enjoy unbeatable convenience with walkable access to top local destinations,most notably the nearby Carmel Valley Community Center featuring fantastic sports courts and expansive soccer fields.

3845 Elijah Ct Unit 613, Carmel Valley

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