Now AvailableAI Enhanced ImageLot 22 | 6916 The Preserve Court
0.79 Acre Homesite | Zoned R-1 Single Family
Offered at $2,495,000
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Listing courtesy of Pacific Sotheby's International Realty
DEL MAR MESA | CARMEL VALLEY | 92130
The Preserve
Twenty nine custom homesites behind the gates at the highest point of Del Mar Mesa.
By Alvin Newton, Luxury Real Estate Advisor | Updated September 2026
What Is The Preserve?
The Preserve is a gated community of 29 custom homesites in the Del Mar Mesa area of Carmel Valley, San Diego, California 92130, recorded with the county as Cielo Del Mar. It sits at the highest point of Del Mar Mesa, about 440 feet above sea level, surrounded by protected open space, with two private gates that open directly onto the trail system. Homesites were sold as a custom lot program by the developer, Dassons, beginning in 2004, and homes have been completed from 2006 to 2024 on homesites from half an acre to 1.31 acres. Three home sales since 2022 have closed between $6,150,000 and $6,500,000, most recently $6,150,000 in November 2025. The community is served by Ashley Falls School, Pacific Trails Middle School, and Torrey Pines High School, and is within about six miles of the beaches of Del Mar and Torrey Pines.
The Preserve Quick Facts
- Location
- Del Mar Mesa, Carmel Valley, San Diego, CA 92130
- Also Known As
- The Preserve at Del Mar
- Recorded Subdivision
- Cielo Del Mar (Tract 14877)
- Community Type
- Gated custom homesite community
- Residential Homesites
- 29
- Streets
- The Preserve Way (19), The Preserve Terrace (5), The Preserve Court (5)
- Original Developer
- Dassons
- Elevation
- About 440 feet, the highest point of Del Mar Mesa
- Trail Access
- Two private gates open onto the trail system
- Homes Completed
- 2006 to 2024
- Home Sizes
- About 4,600 to 12,600 square feet
- Average Home Size
- About 7,500 square feet
- Homesite Sizes
- 0.50 acre to 1.31 acres
- Median Homesite
- 0.60 acre
- Home Sales Since 2022
- 3, between $6,150,000 and $6,500,000
- Most Recent Sale
- $6,150,000 in November 2025
- Homesites Now Available
- 2 (see Now Available below)
- School Districts
- Del Mar Union and San Dieguito Union High
- Elementary School
- Ashley Falls School
- Middle School
- Pacific Trails Middle School
- High School
- Torrey Pines High School
- Schools of Choice
- Canyon Crest Academy and San Dieguito Academy (through the district's high school selection process)
- Distance to Beach
- Within about 6 miles of Del Mar and Torrey Pines
- Local Expert
- Alvin Newton, eXp Realty Luxury
What Makes The Preserve Unique?
The Preserve is the crown of Del Mar Mesa. Set at the highest point of the Mesa, about 440 feet above sea level, it was planned as a private custom lot community at the end of the road, with protected open space on every side and no through traffic.
Rather than building one collection of homes, the developer sold individual homesites to owners who designed their own residences. That is why no two homes here are alike, and why construction has continued for nearly two decades, with homes completed from 2006 through 2024. The result is a community of true custom estates, from about 4,600 to more than 12,000 square feet.
Two private gates open directly onto the trail system, connecting residents to the Del Mar Mesa Preserve, with more than 900 acres of protected open space, and to Los Peñasquitos Canyon beyond. Pacific Highlands Ranch, One Paseo, Del Mar Highlands Town Center, and The Fairmont Grand Del Mar are a short drive away, and the beaches of Del Mar and Torrey Pines are within about six miles.
Also on Del Mar Mesa: The Ridge Estates and Whitehorse
Now Available in The Preserve
For the first time in years, two custom homesites in The Preserve are on the market at the same time. For buyers who want to build their own estate behind these gates, this is a rare opening.
Now AvailableAI Enhanced Image
Now AvailableAI Enhanced ImageLot 23 | 6908 The Preserve Court
0.55 Acre Homesite | Zoned R-1 Single Family
Offered at $2,250,000
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Listing courtesy of Pacific Sotheby's International Realty
The two homesites are adjacent, totaling 1.34 acres. I represent buyers interested in one or both. Any combination of the two would be subject to City of San Diego and HOA approval.
Alvin Newton of eXp Realty represents buyers and is not the listing agent for these homesites. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Price and availability subject to change.
The Residences of The Preserve
Every home in The Preserve was designed by its owner. Here is my guide to all twenty nine homesites, street by street.
The Preserve Way
Nineteen homesites line The Preserve Way, the main street through the community.
AI Enhanced Image6910 The Preserve Way
Among the First Homes in The Preserve
Completed in 2006, this 6,661 square foot residence sits on 0.82 acre with a pool and three car garage.
- Living Area
- 6,661 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Baths
- 6 Full, 1 Half
- Homesite
- 0.82 Acre
- Year Built
- 2006
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 3 Car
AI Enhanced Image6919 The Preserve Way
Among the Largest Residences in The Preserve
A 2007 residence of 9,436 square feet on 0.80 acre, with a pool and five car garage.
- Living Area
- 9,436 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Baths
- 7 Full, 1 Half
- Homesite
- 0.80 Acre
- Year Built
- 2007
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 5 Car
AI Enhanced Image6920 The Preserve Way
Among the Newest Homes in The Preserve
Completed in 2024, this 7,232 square foot residence sits on 0.53 acre with a pool and four car garage.
- Living Area
- 7,232 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Baths
- 5 Full, 1 Half
- Homesite
- 0.53 Acre
- Year Built
- 2024
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 4 Car
AI Enhanced Image6923 The Preserve Way
Refined Scale on 0.66 Acre
A 2010 residence of 5,229 square feet, with a pool and three car garage.
- Living Area
- 5,229 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Baths
- 4 Full, 1 Half
- Homesite
- 0.66 Acre
- Year Built
- 2010
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 3 Car
AI Enhanced Image6927 The Preserve Way
8,442 Square Feet on 0.71 Acre
Completed in 2016, this residence offers 8,442 square feet with a pool and three car garage.
- Living Area
- 8,442 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Baths
- 6 Full
- Homesite
- 0.71 Acre
- Year Built
- 2016
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 3 Car
AI Enhanced Image6930 The Preserve Way
Among the First Homes in The Preserve
A 2006 residence of 6,456 square feet on half an acre, with a pool and four car garage.
- Living Area
- 6,456 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Baths
- 5 Full, 1 Half
- Homesite
- 0.50 Acre
- Year Built
- 2006
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 4 Car
AI Enhanced Image6931 The Preserve Way
Efficient Luxury on 0.55 Acre
Completed in 2013, this 4,620 square foot residence includes a pool and three car garage.
- Living Area
- 4,620 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Baths
- 3 Full, 1 Half
- Homesite
- 0.55 Acre
- Year Built
- 2013
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 3 Car
AI Enhanced Image6940 The Preserve Way
0.84 Acre Homesite
An undeveloped 0.84 acre homesite on The Preserve Way.
- Homesite
- 0.84 Acre Homesite
AI Enhanced Image6945 The Preserve Way
Six Bedrooms on 0.60 Acre
A 2012 residence of 5,238 square feet, with a pool and three car garage.
- Living Area
- 5,238 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Baths
- 5 Full, 1 Half
- Homesite
- 0.60 Acre
- Year Built
- 2012
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 3 Car
AI Enhanced Image6950 The Preserve Way
Custom Living on The Preserve Way
Completed in 2015, this 5,440 square foot residence sits on 0.54 acre with a pool and three car garage.
- Living Area
- 5,440 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Baths
- 4 Full, 1 Half
- Homesite
- 0.54 Acre
- Year Built
- 2015
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 3 Car
AI Enhanced Image6953 The Preserve Way
6,660 Square Feet on 0.55 Acre
A 2013 residence with a pool and four car garage.
- Living Area
- 6,660 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Baths
- 5 Full, 1 Half
- Homesite
- 0.55 Acre
- Year Built
- 2013
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 4 Car
AI Enhanced Image6957 The Preserve Way
Modern Construction on The Preserve Way
Completed in 2021, this 7,076 square foot residence sits on 0.55 acre with a pool and two car garage.
- Living Area
- 7,076 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Baths
- 7 Full, 1 Half
- Homesite
- 0.55 Acre
- Year Built
- 2021
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 2 Car
AI Enhanced Image6960 The Preserve Way
The Second Largest Residence in The Preserve
Completed in 2010, this 11,350 square foot estate sits on 0.60 acre with a pool and four car garage.
- Living Area
- 11,350 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Baths
- 8 Full, 1 Half
- Homesite
- 0.60 Acre
- Year Built
- 2010
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 4 Car
AI Enhanced Image6970 The Preserve Way
6,947 Square Feet on 0.54 Acre
A 2014 residence with a pool and four car garage.
- Living Area
- 6,947 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Baths
- 6 Full
- Homesite
- 0.54 Acre
- Year Built
- 2014
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 4 Car
AI Enhanced Image6971 The Preserve Way
Among the Newest Homes in The Preserve
Completed in 2024, this 8,342 square foot residence sits on 0.68 acre with a pool and three car garage.
- Living Area
- 8,342 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Baths
- 5 Full, 1 Half
- Homesite
- 0.68 Acre
- Year Built
- 2024
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 3 Car
AI Enhanced Image6979 The Preserve Way
6,474 Square Feet on 0.60 Acre
A custom residence with a pool and three car garage.
- Living Area
- 6,474 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Baths
- 4 Full
- Homesite
- 0.60 Acre
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 3 Car
AI Enhanced Image6980 The Preserve Way
0.55 Acre Homesite
A 0.55 acre homesite on The Preserve Way. Details for this property will be added once county records are updated.
- Homesite
- 0.55 Acre Homesite
AI Enhanced Image7012 The Preserve Way
Six Bedrooms, Completed in 2020
A 6,933 square foot residence on 0.56 acre, with a pool and three car garage.
- Living Area
- 6,933 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Baths
- 7 Full, 1 Half
- Homesite
- 0.56 Acre
- Year Built
- 2020
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 3 Car
AI Enhanced Image7024 The Preserve Way
7,658 Square Feet on 0.62 Acre
Completed in 2017, this residence includes a pool and four car garage.
- Living Area
- 7,658 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Baths
- 6 Full, 1 Half
- Homesite
- 0.62 Acre
- Year Built
- 2017
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 4 Car
The Preserve Terrace
Five residences on The Preserve Terrace, including the largest home and largest homesite in the community.
AI Enhanced Image6902 The Preserve Terrace
More Than an Acre on The Preserve Terrace
A 2009 residence of 8,579 square feet on 1.24 acres, with a pool and four car garage.
- Living Area
- 8,579 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Baths
- 8 Full
- Homesite
- 1.24 Acres
- Year Built
- 2009
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 4 Car
AI Enhanced Image6926 The Preserve Terrace
The Largest Residence and Homesite in The Preserve
Completed in 2018, this 12,627 square foot estate sits on 1.31 acres, the largest homesite in the community, with a pool and eight car garage.
- Living Area
- 12,627 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 7
- Baths
- 8 Full
- Homesite
- 1.31 Acres
- Year Built
- 2018
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 8 Car
AI Enhanced Image6931 The Preserve Terrace
Six Bedrooms on The Preserve Terrace
A 2014 residence of 7,651 square feet on 0.62 acre, with a pool and four car garage.
- Living Area
- 7,651 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Baths
- 7 Full, 1 Half
- Homesite
- 0.62 Acre
- Year Built
- 2014
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 4 Car
AI Enhanced Image6932 The Preserve Terrace
Seven Bedrooms, Completed in 2020
A 7,868 square foot residence on 0.59 acre, with a pool and four car garage.
- Living Area
- 7,868 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 7
- Baths
- 7 Full, 1 Half
- Homesite
- 0.59 Acre
- Year Built
- 2020
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 4 Car
AI Enhanced Image6938 The Preserve Terrace
6,832 Square Feet on 0.60 Acre
Completed in 2015, this residence includes a pool and four car garage.
- Living Area
- 6,832 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Baths
- 5 Full, 1 Half
- Homesite
- 0.60 Acre
- Year Built
- 2015
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 4 Car
The Preserve Court
Five homesites on The Preserve Court, a quiet cul de sac, including the two homesites now available.
AI Enhanced Image6900 The Preserve Court
8,175 Square Feet on The Preserve Court
A 2012 residence on 0.62 acre, with a pool and four car garage.
- Living Area
- 8,175 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Baths
- 5 Full, 1 Half
- Homesite
- 0.62 Acre
- Year Built
- 2012
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 4 Car
AI Enhanced Image6905 The Preserve Court
Seven Bedrooms on 0.86 Acre
Completed in 2019, this 7,367 square foot residence includes a pool and four car garage.
- Living Area
- 7,367 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 7
- Baths
- 6 Full
- Homesite
- 0.86 Acre
- Year Built
- 2019
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 4 Car
AI Enhanced Image6908 The Preserve Court
Lot 23 | Now Available
A 0.55 acre custom homesite on The Preserve Court, offered at $2,250,000. Listing courtesy of Pacific Sotheby's International Realty.
- Homesite
- 0.55 Acre Homesite | Zoned R-1
AI Enhanced Image6916 The Preserve Court
Lot 22 | Now Available
A 0.79 acre custom homesite on The Preserve Court, offered at $2,495,000. Listing courtesy of Pacific Sotheby's International Realty.
- Homesite
- 0.79 Acre Homesite | Zoned R-1
AI Enhanced Image6991 The Preserve Court
7,675 Square Feet on 0.63 Acre
A 2012 residence with a pool and four car garage.
- Living Area
- 7,675 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Baths
- 4 Full, 1 Half
- Homesite
- 0.63 Acre
- Year Built
- 2012
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- 4 Car
Images of The Preserve and its homesites have been enhanced using AI. They are intended to illustrate the character of the neighborhood and may not exactly represent the current appearance or condition of any home or homesite.
Property details are sourced from public records and deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Homeowners may request a photo update or removal at Alvin@AlvinNewton.com.
What Are Homes Worth in The Preserve?
Updated September 2026
Three home sales in The Preserve since 2022 have closed between $6,150,000 and $6,500,000, most recently $6,150,000 in November 2025.
| Homes Sold | 3 |
|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $6,400,000 |
| Price Range | $6,150,000 to $6,500,000 |
| Median Price per Sq Ft | $826 |
| Most Recent Sale | $6,150,000 (November 2025) |
| Homes Sold | 10 |
|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $5,725,000 |
| Median Sale to List Ratio | 97.4% |
| Median Days on Market | 47 |
| Average Price per Sq Ft | $918 |
| Homes Sold | 65 |
|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $3,500,000 |
| Median Sale to List Ratio | 97.9% |
| Median Days on Market | 20 |
| Average Price per Sq Ft | $884 |
With only 29 homesites, every home in The Preserve is one of a kind, and so is its value. Pricing here requires a custom analysis built on real data, not neighborhood averages.
Source: San Diego MLS data and public records, compiled by Alvin Newton.
Why Do Homeowners Love The Preserve?
Highest Point on the Mesa
About 440 feet above sea level, positioned for sweeping canyon and coastal views.
Your Own Trail Gates
Two private gates open directly onto miles of hiking, biking, and equestrian trails.
Truly Custom Homes
Every residence was designed by its owner, so no two homes are alike.
Privacy at the End of the Road
A gated community surrounded by protected open space, with no through traffic.
Coastal Convenience
The beaches of Del Mar and Torrey Pines are within about six miles.
How Should You Sell a Home in The Preserve?
In a community of 29 custom homes, there is no such thing as a comparable sale. Each residence here was designed to its owner's vision, and pricing must account for size, homesite, views, age, and finish level in a way no automated estimate can.
My approach combines precise pricing with marketing built for the $6M buyer: cinematic video, professional drone photography that captures the elevation and trail access, targeted digital campaigns that reach qualified buyers locally and nationally, and a buyer list I build specifically for this community. At this level, buyers are not purchasing square footage. They are buying a lifestyle, and my job is to help them feel it before they ever reach the gate.
Request a Private ValuationHow Can You Buy or Build in The Preserve?
There are two ways into The Preserve. The first is to buy one of its finished custom homes, which rarely come to market. The second is to build your own, and right now two homesites are available for the first time in years.
When you build, I represent you through every step: pricing the land against real sales data, coordinating due diligence on the survey, soils, utilities, HOA documents, and City of San Diego permitting, and connecting you with architects and builders who know how to build at this level on Del Mar Mesa.
Join my Priority Access List and you will be among the first to hear when a home or homesite becomes available, including private opportunities that may never reach the open market.
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The Preserve FAQ
What is The Preserve in Del Mar Mesa?+
The Preserve is a gated community of 29 custom homesites in the Del Mar Mesa area of Carmel Valley, San Diego, California 92130, located on The Preserve Way, The Preserve Terrace, and The Preserve Court at the highest point of Del Mar Mesa.
Is The Preserve the same as Cielo Del Mar or The Preserve at Del Mar?+
Yes. The Preserve is recorded with San Diego County as Cielo Del Mar, Tract 14877, and is also marketed as The Preserve at Del Mar.
How many homes are in The Preserve?+
County records show 29 residential homesites in The Preserve. Many sources cite 32, which reflects the original lot numbering. Most homesites are built out, and a small number remain undeveloped.
Is The Preserve a gated community?+
Yes. The Preserve has a main gated entrance, plus two private gates that give residents direct access to the surrounding trail system.
Who developed The Preserve?+
The Preserve was developed by Dassons, which sold homesites to individual buyers beginning in 2004. Owners then designed and built their own custom homes.
How large are the homes and homesites in The Preserve?+
Homes range from about 4,600 to 12,600 square feet on public record, with an average of about 7,500 square feet. Homesites range from 0.50 acre to 1.31 acres, with a median of 0.60 acre.
What are homes worth in The Preserve?+
Three home sales since 2022 have closed between $6,150,000 and $6,500,000, most recently $6,150,000 in November 2025. Because every home is custom, a private analysis is essential for current value.
Can I buy a lot and build in The Preserve?+
Yes. Two homesites are currently available on The Preserve Court: Lot 22 at 0.79 acre and Lot 23 at 0.55 acre. Alvin Newton represents buyers interested in either or both.
Which schools serve The Preserve?+
The Preserve is served by Ashley Falls School in the Del Mar Union School District, then Pacific Trails Middle School and Torrey Pines High School in the San Dieguito Union High School District. Canyon Crest Academy and San Dieguito Academy are also available as schools of choice through the district's high school selection process. Families should confirm current boundaries with each district before enrolling.
What trails are near The Preserve?+
Two private gates connect residents to the Del Mar Mesa Preserve, with more than 900 acres of protected open space, and to Los Peñasquitos Canyon beyond, offering miles of hiking, biking, and equestrian trails.
How far is The Preserve from the beach?+
The beaches of Del Mar and Torrey Pines are within about six miles.
Who is the local real estate expert for The Preserve?+
Alvin Newton, a luxury real estate advisor with eXp Realty Luxury and more than 18 years of experience, specializes in The Preserve, Del Mar Mesa, and North County coastal luxury homes. Reach him at 619.987.6987 or Alvin@AlvinNewton.com.
I know The Preserve homesite by homesite, and I bring that knowledge to every client I serve here.
A Different Kind of Luxury Agent
When you are buying or selling in Del Mar Mesa, you need an agent who understands what makes this corner of Carmel Valley different: low density zoning, private enclaves, acreage homesites, and protected open space that cannot be recreated. Homes here rarely trade, and each one requires its own pricing and marketing strategy. I am Alvin Newton, a luxury agent who leads with marketing and treats every sale as a craft, not a transaction.
Most agents list a home and wait. I market it, with cinema quality film, designer print, and a network of more than 2,500 luxury agents that puts your home in front of qualified buyers before it ever reaches the open market. In a neighborhood as rare as The Preserve, that difference shows up in your final sale price.
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