A ONCE IN A LIFE-TIME OPPORTUNITY ! THIS IS AN AMAZING PROPERTY!" You will be met with double circular staircases with wood trim, high ceiling entry leading to the living room with stone fireplace and awesome views of the equestrian property. Huge gourmet kitchen with European Range oven, walk-in pantry, an eat-in dining area. Large downstairs bedroom w/adjacent full bath. Sun-room adjacent to kitchen provides convenient outdoor access, theater room with stadium seating. See supplement for more info.
Enjoy unobstructed valley and canyon views. This floor plan has 5 bedrooms, 4 with attached bathes, a media room, three fire places 6100 sq ft of living space and a 3 car garage. Enter to soaring ceilings and dual circular staircase. There are two master suites. One of the master suite has large seating area, fire place, hardwood flooring and fabulous views. Unwind and rejuvenate in the super spacious master bathroom Jacuzzi tub. Enjoy the sit down vanity, and an extra large walk-in closet. The second master bedroom includes full bath and sitting area with outdoor access. Entertainment room separates the second master and third bedroom. Numerous finishes throughout include extensive wood, travertine and slate flooring, custom moldings, insulated ceiling, interior sprinkler system, 3x3 footing, 8” thick slab, acrylic stucco and stone fireplaces. Outdoor living at its finest includes lounging area with stone fireplace,saltwater pool with waterfall/slide & spa. Guest cottage with Cape Cod décor providing cozy room and private bath. Equestrian facilities include matted 14-stall Castlebrook barn w/12x12 stalls include (2) Stallion 12x16 stalls w/automatic fly spray system, tack room, round pen, cutting arena 210x110 main area, four ½ acre pastures, wash rack, tack area, 40x40 hay barn. Full vinyl fencing and 3 10,000 gallon wells. If your clients are looking for Contemporary in the Country with fantastic Equestrian facilities, this is the place. Descanso, is a Spanish word meaning “rest from labor”, this small community is located east of Alpine and west of Pine Valley. It is in California's 50th congressional district. Descanso is served by the Mountain Empire Unified School District, which consists of six elementary schools and Mountain Empire High School. At a 3,450 feet (1,050 m) elevation, it is located at the south entrance to Cuyamaca Rancho State Park and also borders Cleveland National Forest to the west and east. The community consists of many small to medium size ranches and newer homes of the many San Diego area commuters to various cities and towns of San Diego County. Horseback riding, mountain biking, hiking, hunting, fishing and the splendor of truly outdoor living are the pastimes due to Descanso accommodating terrain. It is approximately a 50-minute commute from downtown San Diego. The Descanso Fire Station of the United States Forest Service is home to the Laguna Hotshots. Descanso is home to many firefighters, and many local teenagers join either the Forest Service or the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. The Descanso Fire Station provides direct fire and EMS protection to the community. The highlight of a commuting residents day is returning home, to rest from their labor, and refresh body and soul in the quiet, tranquil scenery. Local attractions consist of: the Laguna Mountains Viejas - Hotels, Casino, Outlet Shopping, Bowling Lake Cuyamaca Lake Morena Pacific Southwest Railway Museum Chapel of the Hills Methodist Church Our Lady of Light Catholic Church Community radio station KNSJ operates out of Descanso.
SDMLS #160040680
May 5, 2017
Listing Removed
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Jul 22, 2016
Listed
$1,490,000
$244/sq ft
SDMLS #160010943
Jul 22, 2016
Listing Removed
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Mar 1, 2016
Listed
$1,490,000
$244/sq ft
SDMLS #150053640
Mar 1, 2016
Listing Removed
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Oct 1, 2015
Listed
$1,490,000
$244/sq ft
SDMLS #150018485
Sep 22, 2015
Listing Removed
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Apr 8, 2015
Listed
$1,795,000
$294/sq ft
SDMLS #140053890
Apr 1, 2015
Price Changed
$2,995,000
$491/sq ft
Apr 1, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Mar 31, 2015
Listing Removed
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Feb 14, 2015
Price Changed
$2,995,000
$491/sq ft
Feb 14, 2015
Price Changed
$3,350,000
$549/sq ft
Oct 2, 2014
Listed
$3,350,000
$549/sq ft
Sep 7, 2014
Listed
$2,995,000
$491/sq ft
Public Records
May 21, 2003
Sold
$343,000
$56/sq ft
SDMLS #12003510
Apr 30, 2002
Listing Removed
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Apr 30, 2002
Listing Removed
—
Sep 1, 2001
Listed
$500,000
$82/sq ft
Sep 1, 2001
Listed
$500,000
$82/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 6, 2000
Sold
$255,000
$42/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,289 (+2.1%)
$849,496 + $955,087
$1,804,583
2024
$18,898 (+22.1%)
$832,840 + $936,360
$1,769,200
2023
$15,481 (−1.5%)
$816,510 + $918,000
$1,734,510
2022
$15,716 (+2.9%)
$683,265 + $735,824
$1,419,089
2021
$15,277 (+0.9%)
$669,868 + $721,397
$1,391,265
2020
$15,142 (−15.7%)
$656,734 + $707,252
$1,363,986
2019
$17,957 (+5.8%)
$650,000 + $700,000
$1,350,000
2018
$16,975 (+1.2%)
$443,298 + $1,159,480
$1,602,778
2017
$16,778 (+2.6%)
$426,085 + $1,114,457
$1,540,542
2016
$16,348 (+1.2%)
$426,085 + $1,114,457
$1,540,542
2015
$16,160 (+14.6%)
$417,731 + $1,092,605
$1,510,336
2014
$14,100 (+30.1%)
$390,000 + $910,000
$1,300,000
2013
$10,839 (+1.7%)
$390,000 + $910,000
$1,300,000
2012
$10,662 (−0.1%)
$300,000 + $700,000
$1,000,000
2011
$10,677 (−27.8%)
$300,000 + $700,000
$1,000,000
2010
$14,796
$300,000 + $700,000
$1,000,000
2009
$14,796 (+2.7%)
$383,098 + $1,013,025
$1,396,123
2008
$14,407
$384,009 + $1,015,432
$1,399,441
Tax history for 23693 Echo Hills Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,289 (+2.1%)
$849,496 + $955,087
$1,804,583
2024
$18,898 (+22.1%)
$832,840 + $936,360
$1,769,200
2023
$15,481 (−1.5%)
$816,510 + $918,000
$1,734,510
2022
$15,716 (+2.9%)
$683,265 + $735,824
$1,419,089
2021
$15,277 (+0.9%)
$669,868 + $721,397
$1,391,265
2020
$15,142 (−15.7%)
$656,734 + $707,252
$1,363,986
2019
$17,957 (+5.8%)
$650,000 + $700,000
$1,350,000
2018
$16,975 (+1.2%)
$443,298 + $1,159,480
$1,602,778
2017
$16,778 (+2.6%)
$426,085 + $1,114,457
$1,540,542
2016
$16,348 (+1.2%)
$426,085 + $1,114,457
$1,540,542
2015
$16,160 (+14.6%)
$417,731 + $1,092,605
$1,510,336
2014
$14,100 (+30.1%)
$390,000 + $910,000
$1,300,000
2013
$10,839 (+1.7%)
$390,000 + $910,000
$1,300,000
2012
$10,662 (−0.1%)
$300,000 + $700,000
$1,000,000
2011
$10,677 (−27.8%)
$300,000 + $700,000
$1,000,000
2010
$14,796
$300,000 + $700,000
$1,000,000
2009
$14,796 (+2.7%)
$383,098 + $1,013,025
$1,396,123
2008
$14,407
$384,009 + $1,015,432
$1,399,441
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
4
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
45.33 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
6,100
Year built
2005
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
4050501600
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
# of Parking Spaces: 3
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Individual Room, Inside, On Upper Level
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Formal Entry, Jack & Jill, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Suite, Media Room, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
Fireplace Information
Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Patio
Has Fireplace
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: 1
Levels: Two
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Exterior
Exterior Features
Pool Features: Private
Has Pool
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Horse Property, Horse Property Improved, Pasture, Ranch, Secluded
Property Information
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 4050501600
Total # of Stories: 2
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units In Community: 1
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Mountainous, Riding/Stables, Rural
School Information
High School District: Mountain Empire Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 32.90003100
Longitude: -116.63147800
Directions: I-8 East to Hwy 79. North on Riverside Dr towards Descanso. L on Viejas Grande, R on Oak Grove, R on Boulder Creek, R on Echo Hills Rd to the end.
Zoning: Agricultural
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 6,100
Stories: —
Lot Size: 45.33 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2005
Year Renovated: 2005
County: San Diego County
APN: 4050501600
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 17
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Nicole
List Agent Last Name: Whitney
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Willis Allen Real Estate
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: OUT OF
Buyer Agent Last Name: AREA
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: OUT OF AREA
Around this home
Schools
Descanso Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 3.0mi
7/10
Pine Valley Middle
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 8.2mi
Mountain Empire High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 14.0mi
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
7/10 Fire Factor
18% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 93° expected this year, 21 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
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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.
9.5 hrs
7.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.91M – $2.31M
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