Spectacular views from Cuyamaca Peak to Palomar Mountain from your cozy, private, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, A-frame style home nestled in the hills of beautiful Descanso! This property is LOADED!!! Spanning 2.61 USEABLE acres, fully fenced and gated, equipped with a producing WELL, a 10,000 gallon water storage tank, a wrap around deck, a shed, panoramic views, two flagstone patios, pine trees, seasonal snowfall, 2nd story balcony, 100 year old oak trees, a tree-fort, tree-swings, a playground and a pre-terraced hillside ready for gardens or vineyards. Unlimited potential with a separate graded pad complete with it's own driveway & gate, dual points of entry, electricity, water and septic system fully set up for a future ADU or visiting friends & family with an RV. Charming interior boasts Gorgeous Flooring, Granite counters, Stainless appliances, recessed lighting, updated bathrooms with tiled showers complete with custom niches. Built in shelving surrounds the real wood burning fireplace at the center of an oversized stoned hearth. Ample windows & doors offers panoramic views to catch the sunrise & sunsets with miles of visibility! Surrounded by the Cleveland National Forest landscape, Wild Deer, Turkey, & birds frequent the mature fruit-producing walnut, peach, mulberry & crab apple trees scattered throughout the property, making this property the perfect peaceful retreat to call home. Far enough from the hustle-bustle of the city yet just minutes from the freeway and close enough to all the shopping, dining & conveniences East County has to offer. Don't miss this opportunity!
Single-familyProperty Type
1980Year Built
2.61 acresLot Size
$665Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jodi Connor•DRE #02061216• New West Financial Co.
•619-208-8376 (agent)
•Jodiconnor1@gmail.com (agent)
Bought with Rachel Shreve•DRE #02109379
•619-469-0700 (agent)
•RShreveRealEstate@gmail.com (agent)
Source:SDMLS #220008237
Redfin Estimate
$877,739
$18K since sold in August 2025$38K since August
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This home's estimate is 10.7% higher than the average sale price ($793K) of 6 comparable homes.
Spectacular views from Cuyamaca Peak to Palomar Mountain from your cozy, private, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, A-frame style home nestled in the hills of beautiful Descanso! This property is LOADED!!! Spanning 2.61 USEABLE acres, fully fenced and gated, equipped with a producing WELL, a 10,000 gallon water storage tank, a wrap around deck, a shed, panoramic views, two flagstone patios, pine trees, seasonal snowfall, 2nd story balcony, 100 year old oak trees, a tree-fort, tree-swings, a playground and a pre-terraced hillside ready for gardens or vineyards. Unlimited potential with a separate graded pad complete with it's own driveway & gate, dual points of entry, electricity, water and septic system fully set up for a future ADU or visiting friends & family with an RV. Charming interior boasts Gorgeous Flooring, Granite counters, Stainless appliances, recessed lighting, updated bathrooms with tiled showers complete with custom niches. Built in shelving surrounds the real wood burning fireplace at the center of an oversized stoned hearth. Ample windows & doors offers panoramic views to catch the sunrise & sunsets with miles of visibility! Surrounded by the Cleveland National Forest landscape, Wild Deer, Turkey, & birds frequent the mature fruit-producing walnut, peach, mulberry & crab apple trees scattered throughout the property, making this property the perfect peaceful retreat to call home. Far enough from the hustle-bustle of the city yet just minutes from the freeway and close enough to all the shopping, dining & conveniences East County has to offer. Don't miss this opportunity!
SDMLS #190027456
Sep 20, 2019
Sold
$485,000
$367/sq ft
Sep 20, 2019
Sold
$485,000
$367/sq ft
Jun 26, 2019
Pending
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Jun 26, 2019
Pending
—
May 17, 2019
Listed
$499,900
$379/sq ft
May 17, 2019
Listed
$499,900
$379/sq ft
+20
This home has been called a fairy tale place because it sits up high with gorgeous views, a wraparound deck & huge pine trees. The outdoor space is wonderful, two flagstone patios; one on each side of the house & one with wonderful views of Mt. Cuyamaca and partial sunset views from the west. The home has updated flooring, bathrooms and kitchen. One end of property has been set up for an RV, Tiny House or a guest house. There is water, electricity, septic and a separate entrance to the back section.
Descanso was a place in the old days that the desert tribes came to in the summer to get out of the heat. Descanso means place of rest, it is peaceful, friendly, a small village vibe that totally removes your stress as you drive into the area, seeing the creek, the cattle grazing, the wild turkeys and the horse ranches. It is amazing to have a place this close to a big city like San Diego and it will remain small because of the rules for land use that will not allow subdivisions. It is a special place that all in Descanso feel appreciative of. You are about at 3,000 feet and have great air quality away from the city. The view is east towards the Laguna Mountains and Pine Valley. You can lay in bed and watch the sunrises come up and step out on the second floor deck with your morning coffee. The plus 2 acres is private and has a huge oak tree over a hundred years old just below the house (perfect for a tree house), and other oaks, manzanita, and wild lilac bushes over the property. One acre is fully fenced for children and dogs, the other part is partially fenced. It has been recently painted and has a newer well pump and a newer large heating propane tank. The layout of the house is great, you have a nice bedroom and bathroom downstairs and the two bedrooms upstairs share the 2nd bathroom. The location is fantastic, you can step out and walk down the road into the Cleveland forest with views of the mountains towards the west and on clear days you can see the ocean. The air is clean and fresh and smells of pine trees or sage. You do get a few snow days in the winter that melts in a day or so and are just beautiful to wake up to. You have a great General Store just a mile down the road that was built in the late 1800's. for all your quick needs.
CRMLS #52000669
Feb 15, 2005
Sold
$485,000
$367/sq ft
Jan 4, 2005
Listed
$485,000
$367/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 7, 1988
Sold
$141,500
$107/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,603
$560,000 + $300,000
$860,000
2024
$7,597 (+9.5%)
$469,000 + $232,000
$701,000
2023
$6,937 (+22.1%)
$469,000 + $232,000
$701,000
2022
$5,683 (+2.9%)
$428,000 + $212,000
$640,000
2021
$5,524 (+0.9%)
$334,934 + $164,890
$499,824
2020
$5,474 (+15.4%)
$328,367 + $161,657
$490,024
2019
$4,744 (+17.6%)
$325,000 + $160,000
$485,000
2018
$4,036 (+6.3%)
$145,000 + $280,000
$425,000
2017
$3,795 (+0.7%)
$120,000 + $230,000
$350,000
2016
$3,770 (−0.4%)
$120,000 + $230,000
$350,000
2015
$3,785 (+0.1%)
$120,000 + $230,000
$350,000
2014
$3,781 (+9.5%)
$120,000 + $230,000
$350,000
2013
$3,454 (+1.6%)
$120,000 + $230,000
$350,000
2012
$3,398 (−0.1%)
$110,000 + $210,000
$320,000
2011
$3,402 (−16.3%)
$110,000 + $210,000
$320,000
2010
$4,066 (+0.2%)
$110,000 + $210,000
$320,000
2009
$4,057 (−24.8%)
$142,000 + $243,000
$385,000
2008
$5,392
$142,000 + $243,000
$385,000
Tax history for 10172 Boulder Creek Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,603
$560,000 + $300,000
$860,000
2024
$7,597 (+9.5%)
$469,000 + $232,000
$701,000
2023
$6,937 (+22.1%)
$469,000 + $232,000
$701,000
2022
$5,683 (+2.9%)
$428,000 + $212,000
$640,000
2021
$5,524 (+0.9%)
$334,934 + $164,890
$499,824
2020
$5,474 (+15.4%)
$328,367 + $161,657
$490,024
2019
$4,744 (+17.6%)
$325,000 + $160,000
$485,000
2018
$4,036 (+6.3%)
$145,000 + $280,000
$425,000
2017
$3,795 (+0.7%)
$120,000 + $230,000
$350,000
2016
$3,770 (−0.4%)
$120,000 + $230,000
$350,000
2015
$3,785 (+0.1%)
$120,000 + $230,000
$350,000
2014
$3,781 (+9.5%)
$120,000 + $230,000
$350,000
2013
$3,454 (+1.6%)
$120,000 + $230,000
$350,000
2012
$3,398 (−0.1%)
$110,000 + $210,000
$320,000
2011
$3,402 (−16.3%)
$110,000 + $210,000
$320,000
2010
$4,066 (+0.2%)
$110,000 + $210,000
$320,000
2009
$4,057 (−24.8%)
$142,000 + $243,000
$385,000
2008
$5,392
$142,000 + $243,000
$385,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Property details
Exterior
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 1,320
Building Sq. Ft: 1,320
# of Units: 1
Legal Description: 4.01 AC M/L IN NWQ OF NWQ SEC 13-15-3E
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 113,692
Acres: 2.61
Zoning Code: S92
County Use Description: 1 FAMILY RESIDENCE
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,320
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: —
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 2.61 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1980
Year Renovated: 2024
County: San Diego County
APN: 4053501000
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Jan 8, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Descanso Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.4mi
7/10
Pine Valley Middle
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 7.1mi
Mountain Empire High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 12.4mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
10/10 Fire Factor
73% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
10 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Descanso, CA • 91916
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$834,000 – $1.01M
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