Carmel Valley Homes under $1.5 million

Carmel Valley Homes under $1.5 million

Welcome to Carmel Valley, a picturesque community nestled in the heart of San Diego County, California. Known for its stunning landscapes, family-friendly atmosphere, and vibrant lifestyle, Carmel Valley has become one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in the region. With its rolling hills, lush parks, and proximity to the beautiful Pacific coastline, residents enjoy a perfect blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience.

Carmel Valley boasts an array of amenities, including top-rated schools, boutique shopping, and gourmet dining options. The area is also home to numerous recreational opportunities, from hiking and biking trails to golf courses and community parks, ensuring that there’s always something to do for everyone. The local farmers' market and seasonal events foster a strong sense of community, making it an ideal place for families and individuals alike.

For those seeking a home in this charming enclave, you’ll be delighted to find a variety of properties available under $1.5 million. Whether you’re looking for a cozy single-family home or a modern townhouse, Carmel Valley offers a diverse selection of residences that cater to different lifestyles and budgets. Many of these homes feature spacious layouts, contemporary designs, and beautiful outdoor spaces, perfect for entertaining or enjoying the California sunshine.

Carmel Valley is more than just a place to live; it's a lifestyle. With its breathtaking surroundings and welcoming community, it’s no wonder that so many are eager to call this enchanting area home. Discover the charm of Carmel Valley today, and find your dream home in this thriving San Diego gem!

Newest Carmel Valley Homes under $1.5 million

3830 Elijah, Unit 426, Carmel Valley
$815,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260024120 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Carmel Pointe BLDG.
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3830 Elijah, Unit 426, Carmel Valley

3593 Caminito Carmel Lndg, Carmel Valley
$935,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 260024103 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Carmel Valley BLDG.
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3593 Caminito Carmel Lndg, Carmel Valley

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.
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12590 Carmel Creek Rd Unit 2, Carmel Valley

12362 Carmel Country Road Unit 201, Carmel Valley
$800,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ PTP2607144 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE 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 completely updated kitchen is the star of the show, with new cabinetry, sink, fixtures, quartz countertops, newer appliances (2025) 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, including quartz countertops for a fresh, modern touch, plus a newer washer and dryer (2025). 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 completely updated kitchen is the star of the show, with new cabinetry, sink, fixtures, quartz countertops, newer appliances (2025) 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, including quartz countertops for a fresh, modern touch, plus a newer washer and dryer (2025). 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

12956 Candela Pl, Carmel Valley
$1,395,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ NDP2608629 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Located in the highly sought-after East Bluff community of Carmel Valley, this beautifully positioned townhome offers one of the most desirable floorplans in the complex, with a rare and highly sought-after downstairs primary suite. Step inside to a bright and inviting main level featuring a spacious private primary bedroom with en-suite bath, an additional half bath, a well-appointed kitchen, and an expansive living room highlighted by vaulted ceilings and a cozy fireplace. A gated entry and fresh landscaping create a welcoming first impression, while the large private patio provides an ideal setting for morning coffee, outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Upstairs, two generously sized bedrooms share a full bath, offering flexibility for family, guests, a home office, or hobbies. Ceiling fans throughout the bedrooms and living room provide added comfort year-round. Set within a charming Spanish-style enclave surrounded by mature trees, lush greenbelts, and tree-lined streets, East Bluff offers a tranquil residential atmosphere paired with the convenience of a low-maintenance coastal lifestyle. Residents enjoy an array of resort-style amenities, including multiple pools and spas, walking paths, and expansive green spaces. The location is exceptionally convenient, with One Paseo and Del Mar Heights Town Center just across the street, offering an outstanding selection of shopping, dining, entertainment, and everyday conveniences. I-5 is close by, while Del Mar Village and the beaches of Del Mar are just minutes away. Award-winning schoo Located in the highly sought-after East Bluff community of Carmel Valley, this beautifully positioned townhome offers one of the most desirable floorplans in the complex, with a rare and highly sought-after downstairs primary suite. Step inside to a bright and inviting main level featuring a spacious private primary bedroom with en-suite bath, an additional half bath, a well-appointed kitchen, and an expansive living room highlighted by vaulted ceilings and a cozy fireplace. A gated entry and fresh landscaping create a welcoming first impression, while the large private patio provides an ideal setting for morning coffee, outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Upstairs, two generously sized bedrooms share a full bath, offering flexibility for family, guests, a home office, or hobbies. Ceiling fans throughout the bedrooms and living room provide added comfort year-round. Set within a charming Spanish-style enclave surrounded by mature trees, lush greenbelts, and tree-lined streets, East Bluff offers a tranquil residential atmosphere paired with the convenience of a low-maintenance coastal lifestyle. Residents enjoy an array of resort-style amenities, including multiple pools and spas, walking paths, and expansive green spaces. The location is exceptionally convenient, with One Paseo and Del Mar Heights Town Center just across the street, offering an outstanding selection of shopping, dining, entertainment, and everyday conveniences. I-5 is close by, while Del Mar Village and the beaches of Del Mar are just minutes away. Award-winning schools further enhance the appeal of this highly desirable Carmel Valley location. Whether youre a growing family, busy professional, empty nester, or simply looking for a coastal retreat with an exceptional location, this East Bluff townhome delivers the ideal combination of comfort, privacy, convenience, and lifestyle.

12956 Candela Pl, 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

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