Mountain living at its best! Come check out this quaint cottage in Descanso (which means "REST FROM LABOR") near Cuyamaca Rancho State Park and Cleveland National Forest. Fully fenced yard with 2 GATED car entrances on both Miners Trail & Garwood Road. NEW ROOF installed in 2019, Central Heating & Air Conditioning installed in 2020. STAINLESS Kitchen Appliances are included and Washer/Dryer too! Yard was graded for better parking in 2020 - Room for your RV, toys, cars and much more!
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
0.37 acresLot Size
$608Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
12 spacesParking
Listed by Sarah Anderson•DRE #01406731• Keller Williams Realty
Bought with Florence Schuck•DRE #00512162• Alan C Townsend
Cozy country charmer in the heart of Descanso with upgrades galore. NEW ROOF & DECK. INCLUDES 2 PARCELS! Just off the beaten path, Garwood Road welcomes you with crisp air & the smell of pine trees. Hardwood floors, fireplace, upgraded stainless steel appliances, remodeled bathroom & separate laundry room. Relax on the roomy front porch & take in the scenery or take a dip in the bubbling jacuzzi. Plenty of room for RV's, toys, storage, expansion. Perfect for contractor/business owner. 5 minutes off Hwy 8.
SDMLS #180024694
Oct 31, 2018
Listing Removed
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Oct 10, 2018
Price Changed
$359,000
$394/sq ft
Oct 5, 2018
Price Changed
$370,000
$406/sq ft
Oct 2, 2018
Price Changed
$389,000
$427/sq ft
Sep 24, 2018
Price Changed
$399,900
$438/sq ft
Jul 13, 2018
Price Changed
$409,000
$448/sq ft
Jun 3, 2018
Price Changed
$417,000
$457/sq ft
May 8, 2018
Listed
$425,000
$466/sq ft
SDMLS #150061069
Mar 15, 2016
Sold
$187,000
$205/sq ft
Mar 15, 2016
Sold
$187,000
$205/sq ft
Feb 17, 2016
Pending
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Feb 1, 2016
Relisted
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Feb 1, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Nov 14, 2015
Listed
$179,000
$196/sq ft
Nov 13, 2015
Listed
$179,000
$196/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 2, 2011
Sold
$100,000
$110/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,848 (+2.1%)
$340,965 + $108,242
$449,207
2024
$4,750 (+1.9%)
$334,280 + $106,120
$440,400
2023
$4,659 (+35.8%)
$327,726 + $104,040
$431,766
2022
$3,430 (−3.2%)
$321,300 + $102,000
$423,300
2021
$3,544 (+0.9%)
$194,467 + $105,117
$299,584
2020
$3,512 (+71.6%)
$216,419 + $103,056
$319,475
2019
$2,046 (+5.6%)
$214,200 + $102,000
$316,200
2018
$1,937 (+1.2%)
$84,896 + $92,324
$177,220
2017
$1,915 (+92.6%)
$81,600 + $88,740
$170,340
2016
$994 (+1.0%)
$81,600 + $88,740
$170,340
2015
$984 (+2.0%)
$32,466 + $54,112
$86,578
2014
$965 (+0.4%)
$31,353 + $52,256
$83,609
2013
$961 (+3.5%)
$31,353 + $52,256
$83,609
2012
$929 (−22.7%)
$31,212 + $52,020
$83,232
2011
$1,201 (+404.6%)
$30,600 + $51,000
$81,600
2010
$238
$45,000 + $62,000
$107,000
2009
$238 (+2.7%)
$5,170 + $18,772
$23,942
2008
$232
$5,183 + $18,817
$24,000
Tax history for 9615 Garwood Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,848 (+2.1%)
$340,965 + $108,242
$449,207
2024
$4,750 (+1.9%)
$334,280 + $106,120
$440,400
2023
$4,659 (+35.8%)
$327,726 + $104,040
$431,766
2022
$3,430 (−3.2%)
$321,300 + $102,000
$423,300
2021
$3,544 (+0.9%)
$194,467 + $105,117
$299,584
2020
$3,512 (+71.6%)
$216,419 + $103,056
$319,475
2019
$2,046 (+5.6%)
$214,200 + $102,000
$316,200
2018
$1,937 (+1.2%)
$84,896 + $92,324
$177,220
2017
$1,915 (+92.6%)
$81,600 + $88,740
$170,340
2016
$994 (+1.0%)
$81,600 + $88,740
$170,340
2015
$984 (+2.0%)
$32,466 + $54,112
$86,578
2014
$965 (+0.4%)
$31,353 + $52,256
$83,609
2013
$961 (+3.5%)
$31,353 + $52,256
$83,609
2012
$929 (−22.7%)
$31,212 + $52,020
$83,232
2011
$1,201 (+404.6%)
$30,600 + $51,000
$81,600
2010
$238
$45,000 + $62,000
$107,000
2009
$238 (+2.7%)
$5,170 + $18,772
$23,942
2008
$232
$5,183 + $18,817
$24,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
6,970 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1955
Sq. Ft.
912
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
4051640100
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Uncovered Spaces: 12
Driveway, Driveway - Gravel, Off Street, Oversized, Private, RV Gated
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 12
RV Parking Dimensions: Plenty of Room for RV
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Dryer Included, Individual Room, Washer Included
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Free Standing Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Propane Range, Propane Water Heater, Refrigerator, Water Heater Unit, Water Line to Refrigerator
Has Appliances
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet(s), Shower in Tub, Bathtub
Lot Size Dimensions: 114 x 46 x 101 x 102 & 101 x 89 x 92 x 21 x 10 x 69 (2 Parcels)
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Lot-Level/Flat, Rolling Slope, Yard
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Property Information
Accessibility Features: No Interior Steps
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Direction Faces: West
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 4051640100
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Utilities
Utilities Information
Electric: 220V for Spa, Electricity - On Property, Standard
Sewer: Septic Tank
Propane, Electricity Connected
Water Source: Well
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units In Community: 1
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Mountainous, Rural
School Information
High School District: Mountain Empire Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 32.85843954
Longitude: -116.63835392
Directions: I-8 E to exit 40; Left onto Japatul Valley Rd; Left onto Riverside Dr; Left onto Viejas Grade Rd; Left onto Garwood Rd; Home is on your left - 2nd to last home on Garwood.
Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 912
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 1955
County: San Diego County
APN: 4051640100
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 12
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Sarah
List Agent Last Name: Anderson
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Keller Williams Realty
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Florence
Buyer Agent Last Name: Schuck
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Alan C Townsend
Around this home
Schools
Descanso Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.4mi
7/10
Pine Valley Middle
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 7.0mi
Mountain Empire High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 12.0mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 10-14% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
10/10 Fire Factor
68% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 95° expected this year, 13 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.
9.5 hrs
7.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$527,000 – $638,000
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