Welcome to your dream retreat in the heart of Valley Center! This enchanting Farmhouse Cottage, situated on a sprawling 1/3rd acre, seamlessly blends country life with modern amenities. With 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, this move-in-ready gem offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle. Step inside and be captivated by the fully remodeled interior boasting a chef's kitchen with a 4'x10' breakfast bar island, butcher block countertops, and appliances, including a built-in drawer stainless steel refrigerator, kegerator, and beverage fridge. The Scandinavian-style accent walls and new flooring create a warm and inviting ambiance throughout. Indulge in the fully tiled bathroom featuring a remote-controlled bidet toilet, adding a touch of luxury to your daily routine. The home is thoughtfully designed with new insulation, drywall, paint, fixtures, and bathroom fittings to ensure comfort and efficiency. Outside, discover your own organic oasis with 12 planters, a greenhouse, and fully fenced chicken coop run with chickens, a turkey, a goose, and a pig pen with two kenekune pigs. The automated irrigation drips make maintaining the lush, fully organic planters a breeze. It’s truly a self-sustaining organic farm. The property is adorned with fruit-bearing trees, creating a tranquil atmosphere that encourages a connection to the natural world. Enjoy the panoramic views from the property. Additional features include ample parking for RVs and toys, making it convenient for outdoor enthusiasts, and semi enclosed storage area. Embrace the best of both worlds with this country living haven, just a short distance from city amenities.
Single-familyProperty Type
1967Year Built
0.36 acresLot Size
$766Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
6 spacesParking
Listed by Claudia Encinas•DRE #02094781• HomeSmart Realty West
The best price single family home in all of Valley Center! The property is super close to all of the best that Valley Center offers! The move in ready home is only a few minutes to the stores, restaurants, casinos, and Escondido. This 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home sits on over 1/3 of an acre. The exterior of the home has been freshly painted. The interior features tile flooring throughout the home. The landscape features drought resistant plants and fruit bearing trees. There is plenty of room for RV's, boats, and all of your desert toys. The recently built storage area will definitely come in handy. This fully fenced property also comes with upgraded windows and a nice sized kennel for your fur babies.
CRMLS #190027144
Aug 5, 2019
Sold
$450,000
$467/sq ft
Aug 5, 2019
Sold
$450,000
$467/sq ft
Aug 2, 2019
Pending
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Aug 2, 2019
Pending
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Jul 19, 2019
Relisted
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Jun 27, 2019
Relisted
—
May 21, 2019
Pending
—
May 21, 2019
Pending
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Apr 21, 2019
Listed
$475,000
$493/sq ft
Apr 21, 2019
Listed
$475,000
$493/sq ft
Priced from $425,000 - $475,000 Simply the Cuttest Country Cottage you've ever seen! Located close to town and minutes to Escondido! 1/3+ Acre! 2 Bed/1 Bath w/ upgraded Kitchen and NEW PAINT through entire inside of home and recently painted exterior including concrete porch! ALL Newer Windows! Ceiling Fans in EVERY room! Fireplace insert recently upgraded! Tile Flooring throughout home! Gated and Fully Fenced! Ample Parking for RV's, Desert Toys, Antique Cars, Etc. .. Shows even better in person!! Neighborhoods: Valley Center Other Fees: 0 Sewer: Septic Installed Topography: GSL
Public Records
Nov 22, 1988
Sold
$125,500
$130/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,803 (+10.4%)
$509,796 + $213,282
$723,078
2024
$7,070 (+2.3%)
$499,800 + $209,100
$708,900
2023
$6,911 (+1.7%)
$561,816 + $72,828
$634,644
2022
$6,793 (+32.1%)
$550,800 + $71,400
$622,200
2021
$5,141 (+1.1%)
$540,000 + $70,000
$610,000
2020
$5,085 (+101.3%)
$358,677 + $95,984
$454,661
2019
$2,526 (+2.8%)
$355,000 + $95,000
$450,000
2018
$2,457 (+2.2%)
$109,333 + $101,761
$211,094
2017
$2,404
$105,089 + $97,810
$202,899
2016
$2,402 (+1.0%)
$105,089 + $97,810
$202,899
2015
$2,378 (+2.4%)
$103,029 + $95,893
$198,922
2014
$2,322 (+0.9%)
$99,495 + $92,603
$192,098
2013
$2,300 (+2.1%)
$99,495 + $92,603
$192,098
2012
$2,254 (+2.4%)
$99,046 + $92,185
$191,231
2011
$2,200 (+1.2%)
$97,104 + $90,378
$187,482
2010
$2,173 (+1.2%)
$95,200 + $88,606
$183,806
2009
$2,147 (+2.4%)
$94,489 + $87,944
$182,433
2008
$2,096
$94,714 + $88,153
$182,867
Tax history for 28390 Lilac Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,803 (+10.4%)
$509,796 + $213,282
$723,078
2024
$7,070 (+2.3%)
$499,800 + $209,100
$708,900
2023
$6,911 (+1.7%)
$561,816 + $72,828
$634,644
2022
$6,793 (+32.1%)
$550,800 + $71,400
$622,200
2021
$5,141 (+1.1%)
$540,000 + $70,000
$610,000
2020
$5,085 (+101.3%)
$358,677 + $95,984
$454,661
2019
$2,526 (+2.8%)
$355,000 + $95,000
$450,000
2018
$2,457 (+2.2%)
$109,333 + $101,761
$211,094
2017
$2,404
$105,089 + $97,810
$202,899
2016
$2,402 (+1.0%)
$105,089 + $97,810
$202,899
2015
$2,378 (+2.4%)
$103,029 + $95,893
$198,922
2014
$2,322 (+0.9%)
$99,495 + $92,603
$192,098
2013
$2,300 (+2.1%)
$99,495 + $92,603
$192,098
2012
$2,254 (+2.4%)
$99,046 + $92,185
$191,231
2011
$2,200 (+1.2%)
$97,104 + $90,378
$187,482
2010
$2,173 (+1.2%)
$95,200 + $88,606
$183,806
2009
$2,147 (+2.4%)
$94,489 + $87,944
$182,433
2008
$2,096
$94,714 + $88,153
$182,867
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.4 Acres
Year renovated
1967
Sq. Ft.
964
Year built
1967
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
1862101700
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 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
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Uncovered Spaces: 6
# of Parking Spaces: 6
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Dryer Included, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Washer Hookup, Washer Included