Amazing opportunity to own a beautiful income-producing, modern farmhouse! Large additional dwelling unit (ADU) in the rural community of Descanso. Live in one, while renting the other. Or has great potential for a quaint country short-term retreat. Situated on a fully fenced, private 2.84 acres, this home is less than 45 minutes from San Diego but offers all the small-town perks! The main home has been renovated, with newer appliances, fresh paint throughout, quartz countertops, recessed lighting, and a great farmhouse feel! 4 bedrooms, and 3 1/2 bathrooms, with a bedroom and bathroom plus half bathroom located on the first floor, a bedroom/bathroom combo also located on the 2nd level, along with 2 more bedrooms, plus an additional bathroom! Formal living room, and family room/dining room combo. The outdoor area is perfect for entertaining, with 4,000 sqft of Catalina pavers, a beautiful, pebble tech pool with a Baja shelf, LED bubblers, a relaxing spa, and an upgraded salt system! Pool-side fun for all. This large property was previously used as an orchard farm and still features multiple trees including plum, pear, peach, apple plus grape vines, and walnut trees. This home is also perfect for pets, livestock, etc with riding trails straight from the comfort of your own property. The location of the separate Granny flat unit offers enough distance to keep your privacy between the two homes. Boasting a spacious 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and upgrades throughout including quartz countertops, new paint, laminate flooring, and more! The property is fully fenced and features an electric front gate, plenty of parking, a detached 2-car garage, 2 RV hookups, & more. Tankless water heaters, an automatic transfer switch for the generator, 33 solar panels, wells, a holding tank. The list goes on and on. Descanso, the Spanish word for "Rest" is a small unincorporated community in the Cuyamaca Mountains and offers fantastic restaurants such as Descanso Junction, small stores, and amazing community events including Descanso Days bringing the entire community together. Nearby attractions include the Laguna Mountains, Viejas Casino and Spa, Lake Cuyamaca, Lake Morena, Pacific Southwest Railway Museum, Julian, nearby historical mining town Sweetwater River and so much more!
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
2.84 acresLot Size
$358Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jecka St John•DRE #01827386• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Sarah Haliburton•DRE #01947884• eXp Realty of California Inc.
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Market trends in 91916, CA
Last updated October 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-list price
93.4%
2.1% MoM
Median sale price
$847K
$92K MoM
Avg. days on market
29d
10 days MoM
Recently sold homes
2
3 MoM
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Sale history for 10426 Boulder Creek Rd
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #PTP2300164
Aug 3, 2023
Sold
$1,000,000
$331/sq ft
May 21, 2023
Pending
—
Apr 12, 2023
Price Changed
$1,049,000
$347/sq ft
Jan 30, 2023
Price Changed
$1,049,900
$347/sq ft
Jan 12, 2023
Listed
$1,200,000
$397/sq ft
Amazing opportunity to own a beautiful income-producing, modern farmhouse! Large additional dwelling unit (ADU) in the rural community of Descanso. Live in one, while renting the other. Or has great potential for a quaint country short-term retreat. Situated on a fully fenced, private 2.84 acres, this home is less than 45 minutes from San Diego but offers all the small-town perks! The main home has been renovated, with newer appliances, fresh paint throughout, quartz countertops, recessed lighting, and a great farmhouse feel! 4 bedrooms, and 3 1/2 bathrooms, with a bedroom and bathroom plus half bathroom located on the first floor, a bedroom/bathroom combo also located on the 2nd level, along with 2 more bedrooms, plus an additional bathroom! Formal living room, and family room/dining room combo. The outdoor area is perfect for entertaining, with 4,000 sqft of Catalina pavers, a beautiful, pebble tech pool with a Baja shelf, LED bubblers, a relaxing spa, and an upgraded salt system! Pool-side fun for all. This large property was previously used as an orchard farm and still features multiple trees including plum, pear, peach, apple plus grape vines, and walnut trees. This home is also perfect for pets, livestock, etc with riding trails straight from the comfort of your own property. The location of the separate Granny flat unit offers enough distance to keep your privacy between the two homes. Boasting a spacious 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and upgrades throughout including quartz countertops, new paint, laminate flooring, and more! The property is fully fenced and features an electric front gate, plenty of parking, a detached 2-car garage, 2 RV hookups, & more. Tankless water heaters, an automatic transfer switch for the generator, 33 solar panels, wells, a holding tank. The list goes on and on. Descanso, the Spanish word for "Rest" is a small unincorporated community in the Cuyamaca Mountains and offers fantastic restaurants such as Descanso Junction, small stores, and amazing community events including Descanso Days bringing the entire community together. Nearby attractions include the Laguna Mountains, Viejas Casino and Spa, Lake Cuyamaca, Lake Morena, Pacific Southwest Railway Museum, Julian, nearby historical mining town Sweetwater River and so much more!
CRMLS #PTP2207510
Aug 3, 2023
Sold
$1,000,000
$331/sq ft
May 21, 2023
Pending
—
Apr 12, 2023
Price Changed
$1,049,000
$347/sq ft
Jan 30, 2023
Price Changed
$1,049,900
$347/sq ft
Nov 29, 2022
Listed
$1,200,000
$397/sq ft
CRMLS #PTP2105187
Oct 5, 2021
Listing Removed
—
Aug 12, 2021
Price Changed
$1,250,000
$413/sq ft
Jul 31, 2021
Listed
$1,300,000
$430/sq ft
SDMLS #170023253
Sep 1, 2017
Sold
$575,000
$190/sq ft
Jul 21, 2017
Pending
—
Jun 1, 2017
Price Changed
$629,900
$208/sq ft
May 5, 2017
Listed
$649,900
$215/sq ft
May 5, 2017
Listed
$629,900
$208/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 9, 2017
Sold
$350,000
$116/sq ft
CRMLS #110044661
Aug 3, 2011
Sold
$280,000
$93/sq ft
Jul 1, 2011
Listed
$280,000
$93/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 10, 1976
Sold
$32,500
$11/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,144 (+2.1%)
$520,200 + $520,200
$1,040,400
2024
$10,918 (+40.9%)
$510,000 + $510,000
$1,020,000
2023
$7,748 (−1.5%)
$500,000 + $500,000
$1,000,000
2022
$7,865 (+2.9%)
$232,215 + $475,465
$707,680
2021
$7,644 (+0.9%)
$227,662 + $466,143
$693,805
2020
$7,575 (+6.1%)
$223,199 + $457,003
$680,202
2019
$7,136 (+13.8%)
$220,911 + $452,317
$673,228
2018
$6,272 (+24.0%)
$216,580 + $414,919
$631,499
2017
$5,058 (+54.6%)
$153,000 + $306,000
$459,000
2016
$3,273 (+1.1%)
$153,000 + $306,000
$459,000
2015
$3,238 (+2.1%)
$51,277 + $245,810
$297,087
2014
$3,172 (+0.5%)
$49,518 + $237,376
$286,894
2013
$3,156 (+3.6%)
$49,518 + $237,376
$286,894
2012
$3,046 (+77.9%)
$49,295 + $236,304
$285,599
2011
$1,712 (+1.5%)
$48,329 + $231,671
$280,000
2010
$1,687
$27,929 + $133,880
$161,809
2009
$1,687 (+2.7%)
$27,721 + $132,880
$160,601
2008
$1,643
$27,787 + $133,196
$160,983
Tax history for 10426 Boulder Creek Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,144 (+2.1%)
$520,200 + $520,200
$1,040,400
2024
$10,918 (+40.9%)
$510,000 + $510,000
$1,020,000
2023
$7,748 (−1.5%)
$500,000 + $500,000
$1,000,000
2022
$7,865 (+2.9%)
$232,215 + $475,465
$707,680
2021
$7,644 (+0.9%)
$227,662 + $466,143
$693,805
2020
$7,575 (+6.1%)
$223,199 + $457,003
$680,202
2019
$7,136 (+13.8%)
$220,911 + $452,317
$673,228
2018
$6,272 (+24.0%)
$216,580 + $414,919
$631,499
2017
$5,058 (+54.6%)
$153,000 + $306,000
$459,000
2016
$3,273 (+1.1%)
$153,000 + $306,000
$459,000
2015
$3,238 (+2.1%)
$51,277 + $245,810
$297,087
2014
$3,172 (+0.5%)
$49,518 + $237,376
$286,894
2013
$3,156 (+3.6%)
$49,518 + $237,376
$286,894
2012
$3,046 (+77.9%)
$49,295 + $236,304
$285,599
2011
$1,712 (+1.5%)
$48,329 + $231,671
$280,000
2010
$1,687
$27,929 + $133,880
$161,809
2009
$1,687 (+2.7%)
$27,721 + $132,880
$160,601
2008
$1,643
$27,787 + $133,196
$160,983
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.84 Acres
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
3,025
Year built
1975
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
4053500400
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Individual Room
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Cooling Information
Central, Wall Window
Has Cooling
Room Information
Family Room, Kitchen, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Two Primaries, Walk-In Closet
Fireplace Information
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: 1
Levels: Two
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Exterior
Exterior Features
Pool Features: In Ground, Private
Has Pool
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Garden, Horse Property, Yard
Property Information
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 4053500400
Total # of Stories: 2
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Water Source: District/Public, Well
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Horse Trails, Mountainous
School Information
High School District: Mountain Empire Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 32.87272400
Longitude: -116.63723400
Directions: Take 5 North to 8 East. Take exit 40 onto Japatul Vly Rd toward Descanso, CA-79. Turn left onto Japatul Valley Rd toward CA-79 North, Descanso then left onto Riverside Dr. Turn left onto Viejas Grade Rd then right onto Oak Grove Dr. Keep left onto Oak Grove Dr, turn right onto Boulder Creek Rd. The destination is on your left.
Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,025
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.84 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: 1975
County: San Diego County
APN: 4053500400
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 170
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Jecka
List Agent Last Name: St John
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Sarah
Buyer Agent Last Name: Haliburton
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Descanso Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.7mi
7/10
Pine Valley Middle
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 7.4mi
Mountain Empire High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 12.7mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
10/10 Fire Factor
75% 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
June and 7.6 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$1.03M – $1.25M
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