Set behind a canopy of mature trees in Rancho del Rio, this Rancho Santa Fe estate feels like a sanctuary of its own. Breathtaking views, exceptional privacy, and beautifully established grounds come together to create a setting that feels worlds away, yet remains just minutes from the Village of Rancho Santa Fe. From sunrise to sunset, the property unfolds through a series of thoughtfully curated outdoor spaces designed to embrace the Southern California lifestyle. Lush landscaping, mature fruit trees, sculptural cacti, and colorful gardens surround the home, creating the feeling of a private botanical retreat. Spend afternoons by the pool, gather for a game on the bocce ball court, dine outdoors beneath the trees, or simply take in the peaceful views and natural beauty that define the property. The mature landscape is an experience in itself, offering shade, privacy, color, and a sense of permanence that takes years to create. Every corner reveals another place to entertain, relax, garden, or enjoy the outdoors, making the grounds as much a part of the home as the residence itself. With expansive usable land, the estate also offers exceptional potential for the future. Whether envisioning an expanded residence, guest house, additional resort-style amenities, or recreational spaces, the property provides the flexibility to create a truly personalized Rancho Santa Fe compound. Adding to the property's appeal, a new roof and copper gutters were completed in 2026, providing a significant recent improvement to the residence. The estate also benefits from a voluntary HOA membership, an uncommon advantage for a property offering this level of privacy, setting, and lifestyle. Private, peaceful, and surrounded by nature, this is a rare opportunity to experience estate living in Rancho del Rio, where mature grounds, a pool, bocce court, sweeping views, and remarkable privacy come together in one extraordinary setting.
Seller will entertain offers between $1,300,000 & $1,499,876. Great home, just remodeled. New kitchen including stainless steel Kitchen Aid appliances, granite and new cabinetry. New Landscaping, flooring and wiring. Peaceful setting with country views. Sparkling pool just off the living room. See Supplement. .. [Supplement]: Horse facilities/Western Town (complete with hitching post and bunk house). Towering pine trees encircle this perfectly located property creating mountain retreat-like setting. Great indoor/outdoor feeling. cont. Authentic Mexican Cantina. You can leave the property on horseback. Access to the San Dieguito River Park trail system is right out the back gate, leading to miles and miles of trails for hiking, riding, fishing and exploring. Residents of Rancho Del Rio share a love of the outdoors and of privacy. Houses are spaced just far enough apart to offer a good sense of privacy, yet close enough together to allow for a quaint sense of community. The association occasionally hosts meetings and social activities, and even lists the ages of neighborhood children on its limited access Web-site to help children find new friends. The Rancho Del Rio streets and cul-de-sacs are filled with children riding their bikes and dogs happily walking their owners.
CRMLS #31015769
Jun 11, 2003
Sold
$1,050,000
$394/sq ft
Mar 21, 2003
Listed
$1,050,000
$394/sq ft
If you love to raise children, dogs, horses, or even flowers - this is the home for you. Nestled in a peaceful setting with country views. [Supplement]: A note from the owners:- We decided to buy this house the moment we set foot on the lot. The towering pine trees encircling this perfectly located property created a mountain retreat-like setting that we haven t found anywhere else in San Diego. We have spent six years lovingly adding new outdoor rooms to the property at every opportunity. If you appreciate the outdoors, you will fall in love with this place as we have. Whether your favorite spot is the authentic Mexican Cantina crafted by an accomplished young artist - or hanging out in Western Town (complete with hitching post and bunk house) - you will never tire of this house. Adding to the enjoyment is nearly perfect weather year round in Rancho del Rio. Even on the warmest days, the breeze blowing from the ocean drifts through the river valley and gently cools the area. One problem with owning a place like this is that you never want to leave. On many a weekend we have prided ourselves on only leaving the property on horseback. Access to the San Dieguito River Park trail system is right out the back gate, leading to miles and miles of trails for hiking, riding, fishing and exploring. Though we have never had the stamina to do it, neighbors tell us you can ride a horse all the way to the ocean. Speaking of neighbors, ours fall into the just right category. All the residents of Rancho del Rio share a love of the outdoors and of privacy. Houses are spaced just far enough apart to offer a good sense of privacy, yet close enough together to allow for a quaint sense of community. Our Rancho del Rio neighborhood association has just 50 members. The association occasionally hosts meetings and social activities, and even lists the ages of neighborhood children on its limited access Web-site to help children find new friends. Our friendly streets
CRMLS #951016338
Mar 24, 1997
Sold
$450,000
$169/sq ft
Oct 31, 1995
Listed
$469,000
$176/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 31, 1986
Sold
$295,000
$111/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,625 (+3.2%)
$1,305,138 + $696,072
$2,001,210
2024
$21,925 (+2.8%)
$1,279,548 + $682,424
$1,961,972
2023
$21,328 (+1.5%)
$1,254,459 + $669,044
$1,923,503
2022
$21,011 (+25.1%)
$1,229,862 + $655,926
$1,885,788
2021
$16,799 (+10.4%)
$1,205,748 + $643,065
$1,848,813
2020
$15,222
$943,000 + $507,000
$1,450,000
2019
$15,223 (−0.2%)
$846,000 + $454,000
$1,300,000
2018
$15,254 (−0.2%)
$846,000 + $454,000
$1,300,000
2017
$15,290 (+4.0%)
$846,000 + $454,000
$1,300,000
2016
$14,707 (+1.0%)
$846,000 + $454,000
$1,300,000
2015
$14,556 (+0.9%)
$846,000 + $454,000
$1,300,000
2014
$14,432 (−11.4%)
$840,000 + $450,000
$1,290,000
2013
$16,281 (+2.8%)
$840,000 + $450,000
$1,290,000
2012
$15,839 (−19.6%)
$749,000 + $400,000
$1,149,000
2011
$19,693 (+0.7%)
$749,000 + $400,000
$1,149,000
2010
$19,551 (+0.2%)
$998,779 + $532,682
$1,531,461
2009
$19,517 (+1.8%)
$991,315 + $528,701
$1,520,016
2008
$19,171
$993,671 + $529,957
$1,523,628
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
4
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.88 Acres
Year renovated
1979
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,668
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,668
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
2671313300
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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° expected this year, 21 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, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Rancho Santa Fe, CA • 92067
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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56
69
50
67
48
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Rancho Santa Fe. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.7 hrs
7.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 17543 Rancho del Rio
$3,630,040
$20K under list price of $3.65M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $2.4M to $3.7M.