Spectacular VIEWS from all around offered through this exceptional single story estate situated in the hills of Valley Center. Enjoy the peace and quiet this gem has to offer including approx. 2.2 acres of land, stunning cedar vaulted ceilings, 3/4 wrap around balcony, covered patio off of the kitchen and family rooms, double ovens and wood burning fireplace. The list goes on and on! Separate inside laundry room for added convenience. 3 BR/2 BA and approx. 1,943 sq. ft. living space. There is also an additional approx. 700 sq. ft. unfinished and usable basement. Plenty of shade, nut and fruit bearing trees, too. Bring your toys, RV or boat. This property is RV hookup compatible. 2-car garage. Plenty of storage space. Extremely private setting while still centrally located and just minutes from I-15. Ideal for commuters who wish to experience country living while being afforded the convenience of working in the city. Welcome home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1991Year Built
2.2 acresLot Size
$491Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Mitchell Jones•DRE #01949915• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Rory Firks•DRE #01400084• eXp Realty of California Inc.
Peaceful, custom, single story country estate nestled in the hills of Valley Center. 1,943 sf (and an additional 700+sf, unfinished, yet usable basement). 3Br /2Ba. Open Kitchen. Expansive views from most every window on 2.2 lush acres with numerous fruit trees throughout the property. A huge wood burning fireplace that compliments the solid Cedar T & G vaulted ceilings at entry and family rooms. A large view covered patio off Kitchen & Family Rooms. Private, yet centrally located. Minutes from town & I-15. Neighborhoods: Valley Center Architectural Style: Custom Built View: Custom Built Equipment: Garage Door Opener, Range/Oven, Shed(s) Other Fees: 0 Sewer: Septic Installed Topography: , ,
SDMLS #140024966
Jul 2, 2014
Sold
$475,000
$244/sq ft
May 16, 2014
Pending
—
May 9, 2014
Listed
$479,000
$247/sq ft
+20
Country estate nestled in the Valley Center Hills! 1,943 sq/ft (downstairs is unfinished & adds an additional 700 sq/ft), 3 bdrm, 2 bath home on 2.2 acres is move in ready. Private, yet centrally located. Excellent single story floor plan. Open kitchen, walk out onto a huge covered patio with endless views (great location for a jacuzzi). Huge wood burning fireplace complements the solid Cedar T&G vaulted ceilings in entry & living room. Views out of nearly every window. Only a few minutes from town & I-15
Imagine an amazing country estate nestled in the Valley Center Hills! This 1,943 square foot (downstairs is unfinished & adds an additional 700 square feet), 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on 2.2 acres is move in ready. Very private, yet centrally located. Elegant and inviting home with an excellent single story floor plan. Open kitchen, walk out onto a huge covered patio area with endless views (great location for a spa/jacuzzi). Huge wood burning dramatic fireplace complements the solid Cedar T&G vaulted ceilings in entry and living room. Something wonderful to view out of nearly every window: pastures, mountains & wildlife. Here's your chance to live in a private completely custom home with endless views yet only a few minutes from town and I-15. Honestly -- feels, looks and smells like a brand new home!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,057 (+1.9%)
$404,771 + $510,779
$915,550
2024
$7,907 (+10.2%)
$396,835 + $500,764
$897,599
2023
$7,176 (+1.7%)
$389,054 + $490,946
$880,000
2022
$7,053 (+2.0%)
$287,685 + $363,029
$650,714
2021
$6,916 (+1.1%)
$282,045 + $355,911
$637,956
2020
$6,841 (−0.4%)
$276,515 + $348,933
$625,448
2019
$6,868 (+17.2%)
$273,680 + $345,356
$619,036
2018
$5,858 (+2.2%)
$268,314 + $338,585
$606,899
2017
$5,735 (−0.2%)
$221,810 + $279,903
$501,713
2016
$5,746 (+0.9%)
$221,810 + $279,903
$501,713
2015
$5,697 (+74.1%)
$217,461 + $274,415
$491,876
2014
$3,272 (+3.3%)
$75,564 + $192,096
$267,660
2013
$3,167 (+2.0%)
$75,564 + $192,096
$267,660
2012
$3,103 (+2.4%)
$75,223 + $191,228
$266,451
2011
$3,029 (+1.2%)
$73,749 + $187,479
$261,228
2010
$2,994 (+1.2%)
$72,303 + $183,803
$256,106
2009
$2,959 (+2.3%)
$71,763 + $182,430
$254,193
2008
$2,891
$71,934 + $182,864
$254,798
Tax history for 12409 Sierra Rojo Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,057 (+1.9%)
$404,771 + $510,779
$915,550
2024
$7,907 (+10.2%)
$396,835 + $500,764
$897,599
2023
$7,176 (+1.7%)
$389,054 + $490,946
$880,000
2022
$7,053 (+2.0%)
$287,685 + $363,029
$650,714
2021
$6,916 (+1.1%)
$282,045 + $355,911
$637,956
2020
$6,841 (−0.4%)
$276,515 + $348,933
$625,448
2019
$6,868 (+17.2%)
$273,680 + $345,356
$619,036
2018
$5,858 (+2.2%)
$268,314 + $338,585
$606,899
2017
$5,735 (−0.2%)
$221,810 + $279,903
$501,713
2016
$5,746 (+0.9%)
$221,810 + $279,903
$501,713
2015
$5,697 (+74.1%)
$217,461 + $274,415
$491,876
2014
$3,272 (+3.3%)
$75,564 + $192,096
$267,660
2013
$3,167 (+2.0%)
$75,564 + $192,096
$267,660
2012
$3,103 (+2.4%)
$75,223 + $191,228
$266,451
2011
$3,029 (+1.2%)
$73,749 + $187,479
$261,228
2010
$2,994 (+1.2%)
$72,303 + $183,803
$256,106
2009
$2,959 (+2.3%)
$71,763 + $182,430
$254,193
2008
$2,891
$71,934 + $182,864
$254,798
*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
2.2 Acres
Year renovated
1991
Sq. Ft.
1,943
Year built
1991
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
1853800700
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
A70
Limited Agricultural Zone
The A70 Use Regulations are intended to create and preserve areas intended primarily for agricultural crop production. Additionally, a limited number of small farm animals may be kept and agricultural products raised on the premises may be processed.
Typically, the A70 Use Regulations would be applied to areas throughout the County to protect moderate to high quality agricultural land.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing
Processing
Fire house
Police station
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Grove / orchard
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Individual Room, Propane Dryer Hookup
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Double Oven, Gas Cooktop
Has Appliances
Formal Dining Room
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathtub, Shower in Tub, Double Sinks In Master Bath, Main Floor Full Bath
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
All Bedrooms Down, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite
Fireplace Information
Family Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Carpet, Stone, Tile, Vinyl
Heating Information
Forced Air, Propane
Has Heating
Interior Features
Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings, Ceiling Fan
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Wrap Around
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Lot Over 40000 Sqft
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 1853800700
Property Condition: Turnkey
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
Propane
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Hiking, Valley
School Information
High School District: Valley Center - Pauma
Location Information
Latitude: 33.24019500
Longitude: -117.06307600
Other Subdivision Name: Valley Center Hills
Directions: Lilac to Sierra Rojo Rd. GPS may try to take you around on Wilkes. Do not use Wilkes. Home is directly off of Lilac and up the hill.
Subdivision Name: Valley Center
Zoning: A70
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,943
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.2 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1991
Year Renovated: 1991
County: San Diego County
APN: 1853800700
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: Washer, dryer, refrigerator, tractor and chipper are all negotiable.
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 115
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 115
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Mitchell
List Agent Last Name: Jones
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Rory
Buyer Agent Last Name: Firks
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Around this home
Schools
Lilac School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
Valley Center Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.1mi
2/10
Valley Center High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.5mi
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
21% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Valley Center, CA • 92082
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 7.3 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$906,000 – $1.10M
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