Celebrate Life! Escape from the city and enjoy the pleasures, promise and possibilities of life at home in this unique property located in beautiful Dehesa Valley. Stunning Panoramic views with many upgrades. With 3 large bedrooms, 2 full baths and situated on 2.5 acres you will have plenty of room to enjoy the great outdoors! Take in the views from almost every room in the house! Features include paid solar with Tesla backup battery system, huge master bedroom suite, beautifully remodeled luxury master bath with bay window, walk in shower, his & her walk in closets, ceiling fans & sitting area. The other 2 oversized bedrooms have a walk in cedar lined closet or huge wall closets & ceiling fans. Enjoy cooking in the gourmet style kitchen with beautiful granite, island & huge walk in pantry storage area. Entertaining is easy with 2 living areas, a dining alcove & covered deck with built in BBQ area with granite counters. Attached oversized 2 car garage with huge bonus room with ceiling fans & windows — great for workshop, storage, office or craft room! She shed/He shed, Yoga studio or ? — the possibilities are endless. Large metal building with concrete floors and roll up doors can house up to 4 additional vehicles, equipment or toys. Need storage? An 8x8x20 sea cargo container and additional shed offer extra storage options. You don’t need a green thumb to enjoy the green house & fully enclosed orchard/garden area with mature fruits trees, raised planter beds and also equipped with a great chicken coupe! See supplement. Dehesa Valley is close to Sycuan Casino and a short drive to the restaurants and shopping in the quaint village of Alpine!
Single-familyProperty Type
1999Year Built
2.5 acresLot Size
$379Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
6 garage spacesParking
Listed by Marguerite Apostolas•DRE #01381771• eXp Realty of California, Inc.
•619-405-4958 (agent)
•marguerite@apostolasteam.com (agent)
Listed by Marina Marinosbush•DRE #02067730• eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Bought with Gregory Schwab•DRE #01376328• San Diego
Appears to be a mix of updated and original with bedrooms along hallway, laundry near entrance.
10 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Jeff Hawley
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 1285 Dehesa Ranch Rd
Date
Event
Price
SDMLS #210014127
Jun 18, 2021
Sold
$790,000
$338/sq ft
Jun 2, 2021
Pending
—
Apr 16, 2021
Listed
$775,000
$331/sq ft
SDMLS #160058475
Dec 7, 2016
Sold
$500,000
$214/sq ft
Nov 2, 2016
Pending
—
Oct 28, 2016
Listed
$449,876
$192/sq ft
Stunning PANORAMIC VIEWS from this newly remodeled 3 BR 2 BA home on OVER 2.5 ACRES! Great piece of property has tons of room for potential RV garage, vineyard, garden, horses & more! Lovely producing WELL! Single story w/ open layout with VIEWS from all over the home! Master retreat offers dreamy bathroom suite; soak in the tub while taking in the gorgeous views & walk-in closet! Enjoy the spectacular sunsets on your beautiful deck! Over-sized 2 car attached garage w/ HUGE workshop! New paint & flooring! Neighborhoods: El Cajon Equipment: Range/Oven Other Fees: 0 Sewer: Septic Installed Topography: RSLP
Public Records
Apr 28, 1998
Sold
$71,000
$30/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,194 (+1.5%)
$662,447 + $209,774
$872,221
2024
$10,039 (+3.5%)
$649,458 + $205,661
$855,119
2023
$9,696 (−0.2%)
$636,724 + $201,629
$838,353
2022
$9,710 (+477.3%)
$624,240 + $197,676
$821,916
2021
$1,682 (+1.1%)
$612,000 + $193,800
$805,800
2020
$1,663 (+32.5%)
$26,657 + $108,452
$135,109
2019
$1,255 (+2.1%)
$26,384 + $107,340
$133,724
2018
$1,230 (−79.8%)
$25,867 + $72,883
$98,750
2017
$6,101 (+92.0%)
$200,000 + $300,000
$500,000
2016
$3,178 (+0.4%)
$200,000 + $300,000
$500,000
2015
$3,166 (+4.2%)
$108,743 + $162,288
$271,031
2014
$3,039 (−1.8%)
$105,012 + $156,720
$261,732
2013
$3,095 (+6.4%)
$105,012 + $156,720
$261,732
2012
$2,907 (+2.3%)
$104,538 + $156,012
$260,550
2011
$2,842 (+4.0%)
$102,489 + $152,953
$255,442
2010
$2,733
$100,480 + $149,954
$250,434
2009
$2,736 (+5.4%)
$99,730 + $148,834
$248,564
2008
$2,596
$99,967 + $149,188
$249,155
Tax history for 1285 Dehesa Ranch Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,194 (+1.5%)
$662,447 + $209,774
$872,221
2024
$10,039 (+3.5%)
$649,458 + $205,661
$855,119
2023
$9,696 (−0.2%)
$636,724 + $201,629
$838,353
2022
$9,710 (+477.3%)
$624,240 + $197,676
$821,916
2021
$1,682 (+1.1%)
$612,000 + $193,800
$805,800
2020
$1,663 (+32.5%)
$26,657 + $108,452
$135,109
2019
$1,255 (+2.1%)
$26,384 + $107,340
$133,724
2018
$1,230 (−79.8%)
$25,867 + $72,883
$98,750
2017
$6,101 (+92.0%)
$200,000 + $300,000
$500,000
2016
$3,178 (+0.4%)
$200,000 + $300,000
$500,000
2015
$3,166 (+4.2%)
$108,743 + $162,288
$271,031
2014
$3,039 (−1.8%)
$105,012 + $156,720
$261,732
2013
$3,095 (+6.4%)
$105,012 + $156,720
$261,732
2012
$2,907 (+2.3%)
$104,538 + $156,012
$260,550
2011
$2,842 (+4.0%)
$102,489 + $152,953
$255,442
2010
$2,733
$100,480 + $149,954
$250,434
2009
$2,736 (+5.4%)
$99,730 + $148,834
$248,564
2008
$2,596
$99,967 + $149,188
$249,155
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.5 Acres
Year renovated
1999
Sq. Ft.
2,340
Year built
1999
Style
Mobile/Manufactured Home
County
San Diego County
APN
5200120800
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.
A72
General Agricultural
General Agriculture. Intended for crop or animal agriculture. Number of animals allowed are specified by neighborhood
regulations
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Agriculture-Cropland
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 9
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Attached, Detached
Interior
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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Propane
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Storage
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Propane Cooktop, Range, Oven, Range Hood, Gas Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Barbecue
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Fencing: Partial
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2340.0
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Stucco
Property Features
Has View
Security Features: Fire Sprinkler System
Green Energy Generation: Solar
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Land Information
Irrigation Source: Automatic
Lot Information
Lot Size : 2+ to 4 AC
Lot Size Area: 2.5
Lot Size Units: Acres
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Utilities: Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Propane, Water Connected
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Location Information
Directions: From El Cajon: Take Dehesa Road then make a left on Dehesa Ranch Road the property is the first driveway on the right From Rancho San Diego: Take Willow Glen road then make a right on Dehesa Road then turn Left on Dehesa Ranch Road From Alpine: Take Highway 8 east to Tavern Road. Take Tavern road south and make a Right on Dehesa Road then turn Right on Dehesa Ranch Road
Subdivision Name: EL CAJON
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,340
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.5 acres
Style: Mobile/Manufactured Home
Year Built: 1999
Year Renovated: 1999
County: San Diego County
APN: 5200120800
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 11, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: San Diego Association of REALTOR
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Dehesa School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi
4/10
Valhalla High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.1mi
8/10
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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
8/10 Fire Factor
33% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 98° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
El Cajon, CA • 92019
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