Coming soon with more pictures and video next week. Private equestrian estate in majestic Elfin Forest, set on 2.66 pristine acres with large arena, round pen, barn with tack room, fenced pasture, and access to the horse trail system. Ideally positioned adjacent to the conservation area, this serene retreat captures sweeping mountain vistas and tranquil pastoral views. The 4-bedroom residence offers an exceptional indoor-outdoor lifestyle with picturesque outlooks of the horses from the kitchen and family room, and mountain views from nearly every room. This property doesn't have zoning limits for horses, so the opportunities are endless. Entry gate, 3 car garage and a well maintained home is a must see! A rare equestrian offering that blends privacy, natural beauty, and refined country living. . Hurry, this one won't last long!
Welcome home to your own slice of pastoral paradise at 20020 Elfin Forest Lane. This 5.2-acre North-facing vacant property is a private oasis with peek ocean views from the top third of the parcel and zoned with plenty of room for horses. Open space abounds with endless opportunities for walking, hiking, biking and riding throughout the expansive and enchanted Elfin Forest Community and the Regional Trail System, which leads to thousands of acres of open space. Some of the most highly coveted schools in the country within the Rancho Santa Fe (K-8) and San Dieguito (9-12) School Districts. No HOA or Mello Roos! Get away from it all while still enjoying close proximity to shopping, restaurants, downtown San Elijo, world-renowned Palomar Hospital and a mere 6 miles to the beach. Ready for your dreams in the heart of magical Elfin Forest! Contact us for more information! Lot is located of of Elfin Forest Lane, not Road!
CRMLS #110012802
Sep 9, 2011
Sold
$825,000
$303/sq ft
Mar 2, 2011
Listed
$1,099,900
$403/sq ft
The long treed driveway leads to a home that is warm, inviting and lovingly maintained. This private country estate is perfectly positioned to take in the beautiful views of the surrounding mountains, valleys & forests. A special property that has a corral & a sand based arena that directly accesses the bridle trails. You'll appreciate the abundance of shade trees and a seasonal creek for your horses to enjoy too. There's plenty of room to make this an equestrian's dream. .. .Please see supplement! [Supplement]: This charming home has been carefully maintained and improved with love and pride of ownership. The rich Walnut, Oak and Hickory hardwoods add to the ambiance. French doors from the master suite lead onto a nearly wraparound veranda and huge deck allowing you to soak in the morning sun while you relax with your morning coffee. Some of the fine features this home has to offer include central vacuum, faux plastering, French doors, Spanish arches, beautiful hardwood medallion inlay, designer paint, custom window treatments, multiple ceiling fans and skylights, jetted tub, built-in dressers, dual pane windows, "finished" three car garage with newer doors and a wealth of additional amenities. .. .. A variety of fruit trees such as avocado including Haas, as well as lemons, orange, tangerine and grapefruit to name a few. There's also a vegetable garden and beautiful rose garden. A seasonal creek runs behind and through the property bringing with it native wildlife such as coastal deer. A dedicated nature conservation area backs up to the property so no one can build behind you. .. .. Elfin Forest may be North County's best kept secret. A most unique community that enjoys an affordable rural ambiance yet remains just minutes from the beaches of North County Coastal San Diego. A network of bridle trails connects to other trails throughout the area. Located on the border of Rancho Santa Fe but at less than half the price. Literally an oasis in the middle of suburbia. .. ..
SDMLS #2
Mar 16, 2011
Price Changed
$1,099,900
$403/sq ft
SDMLS #90055034
Dec 22, 2010
Listing Removed
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Dec 22, 2010
Listing Removed
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Sep 28, 2009
Listed
$1,149,000
$421/sq ft
Sep 28, 2009
Listed
$1,149,000
$421/sq ft
SDMLS #1
Aug 24, 2010
Price Changed
$1,149,000
$421/sq ft
Jan 29, 2010
Price Changed
$1,349,000
$495/sq ft
CRMLS #90022355
Sep 20, 2009
Listing Removed
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Sep 20, 2009
Listing Removed
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Apr 15, 2009
Listed
$1,399,000
$513/sq ft
Apr 15, 2009
Listed
$1,399,000
$513/sq ft
CRMLS #991009125
Aug 31, 1999
Sold
$520,000
$191/sq ft
May 14, 1999
Listed
$549,000
$201/sq ft
SDMLS #991004402
May 13, 1999
Listing Removed
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May 13, 1999
Listing Removed
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Mar 6, 1999
Listed
$549,000
$201/sq ft
Mar 6, 1999
Listed
$549,000
$201/sq ft
SDMLS #981018996
May 9, 1999
Listing Removed
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May 9, 1999
Listing Removed
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Oct 9, 1998
Listed
$585,000
$215/sq ft
Oct 9, 1998
Listed
$585,000
$215/sq ft
SDMLS #981018776
Oct 12, 1998
Listing Removed
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Oct 12, 1998
Listing Removed
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Oct 9, 1998
Listed
$435,000
$160/sq ft
Oct 9, 1998
Listed
$435,000
$160/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 10, 1994
Sold
$435,000
$160/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,927 (+2.0%)
$653,394 + $452,547
$1,105,941
2024
$12,673 (+2.7%)
$640,583 + $443,674
$1,084,257
2023
$12,335 (+2.1%)
$628,023 + $434,975
$1,062,998
2022
$12,086 (+2.0%)
$615,709 + $426,447
$1,042,156
2021
$11,846 (+0.6%)
$603,637 + $418,086
$1,021,723
2020
$11,770 (+1.9%)
$591,801 + $409,889
$1,001,690
2019
$11,547 (+2.3%)
$585,733 + $405,687
$991,420
2018
$11,293 (+1.8%)
$574,249 + $397,733
$971,982
2017
$11,088 (+2.3%)
$551,951 + $382,290
$934,241
2016
$10,840 (+1.1%)
$551,951 + $382,290
$934,241
2015
$10,724 (+4.8%)
$541,129 + $374,795
$915,924
2014
$10,236 (+0.5%)
$522,561 + $361,935
$884,496
2013
$10,187 (+6.1%)
$522,561 + $361,935
$884,496
2012
$9,602 (+30.2%)
$520,200 + $360,300
$880,500
2011
$7,377 (+1.4%)
$510,000 + $315,000
$825,000
2010
$7,278 (+0.5%)
$301,502 + $322,317
$623,819
2009
$7,245 (+3.0%)
$299,249 + $319,909
$619,158
2008
$7,032
$299,960 + $320,669
$620,629
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
2.66 Acres
Year renovated
1990
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,498
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,498
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
2644430600
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
RR
Rural Residential District
The RR Use Regulations are intended to create and enhance residential areas where agricultural use compatible with a dominant, permanent residential use is desired. Typically, the RR Use Regulations would be applied to rural or semi-rural areas where urban levels of service are not available and where large lots are desired. Various applications of the RR Use Regulations with appropriate development designators can create buffers between residential and agricultural uses, family or small farm areas, or large lot rural residential developments.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Fire house
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Grove / orchard
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 7.3 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Redfin Estimate for 20020 Elfin Forest Rd
$2,386,055
$13K under list price of $2.40M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.4M to $4.4M.