WELCOME TO THIS BEAUTIFULLY UPGRADED SINGLE-STORY GEM IN SOUGHT-AFTER NORTH ESCONDIDO! TUCKED AWAY ON A QUIET, LOW-TRAFFIC STREET, THIS TURNKEY HOME SHOWCASES OVER $180,000 IN THOUGHTFUL IMPROVEMENTS AND OFFERS THE FREEDOM OF NO HOA! Step inside to find a bright, move-in ready layout featuring fresh interior paint (2025), new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout (except baths), and smooth ceilings. The remodeled primary suite (2020) boasts a walk-in closet and updated bathroom, while the kitchen (2009), hall bath (2007), laundry room, and interior doors have all been stylishly upgraded. Comfort meets efficiency with dual-pane windows, central heat/AC, attic insulation, an upgraded 125-amp panel, rewired copper outlets/switches, and additional system enhancements for peace of mind. Outside, enjoy low-maintenance living with water-saving landscaping, flagstone walkways, decorative pavers, and multiple patios. The private backyard offers hillside views, while a gated, paved side area provides RV parking or extra storage—complemented by updated fencing (2019 & 2025). A TRUE TURNKEY OPPORTUNITY WITH NO HOA IN ONE OF ESCONDIDO’S MOST DESIRABLE NEIGHBORHOODS—DON’T MISS IT!
Sold for $800,000
Listed by: North County Associated Brkrs • Joseph Boozer • Contact: 619-988-7222
Bought with: North County Associated Broker
$800,000
1230 Portola Ave, Escondido, CA 92026
2beds
1,450sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1971
7,000 Square Feet Lot
$808,700 Zestimate®
$552/sqft
$3,452 Estimated rent
Home value
$808,700
$744,000 - $881,000
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Rv parkingUpdated fencingQuiet low-traffic streetWater-saving landscapingRemodeled primary suiteHillside viewsFresh interior paint
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Listed by:
Joseph Boozer DRE #00671006 Joeboozer43@gmail.com,
North County Associated Brkrs,
Sara Boozer DRE #02234817 760-807-0682,
North County Associated Brkrs
Bought with:
Joseph Boozer, DRE #00671006
North County Associated Broker
Sara Boozer, DRE #02234817
North County Associated Brkrs
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NDP2509609
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Den, Entry/Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other, Dining Room
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Linen Closet, Remodeled, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Pots & Pan Drawers, Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Self-closing Cabinet Doors, Self-closing Drawers, Updated Kitchen
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Built-In, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Recessed Lighting, See Remarks, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
- Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Garden Window(s)
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room, Raised Hearth, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,450 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Door-Single, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, RV Gated, RV Access/Parking, Garage Faces Side, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Safe Emergency Egress from Home, No Stairs, Parking, Accessible Doors, Accessible Entrance
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Front
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Covered, Front Porch, Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Good Condition,Partial,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Hills, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 7,000 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 89' x 79' x 90' x 80'
- Features: Back Yard, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Landscaped, Near Public Transit, Paved, Rectangular Lot, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System, Sloped Up, Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 2245704200
- Zoning: R-1 Single Family Residen
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Satellite Dish
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Metal,See Remarks
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1971
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts Other, 220 Volts in Laundry, See Remarks, 220 Volts
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Not Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Gutter(s), Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Detection System, Fire Rated Drywall, Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Escondido
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $552/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $354,528
- Annual tax amount: $3,998
- Date on market: 10/3/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 11 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,Cal Vet Loan,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: washer, dryer and refrigerator and the small freezer in garage.
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/5/2025 | Sold | $800,000+0%$552/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #NDP2509609 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2025 | Pending sale | $799,900$552/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #NDP2509609 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $799,900+233.3%$552/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #NDP2509609 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2001 | Sold | $240,000+27%$166/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/1999 | Sold | $189,000$130/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,998 +2.1% | $354,528 +2% |
| 2024 | $3,915 +2.4% | $347,577 +2% |
| 2023 | $3,825 +1.1% | $340,763 +2% |
| 2022 | $3,782 +1.7% | $334,083 +2% |
| 2021 | $3,720 +0.6% | $327,533 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,697 +3.4% | $324,175 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,575 +1.4% | $317,820 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,524 +1.7% | $311,589 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,465 +2% | $305,480 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,397 +0.9% | $299,491 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,368 +4.3% | $294,993 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,228 | $289,216 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $287,910 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $282,265 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $276,731 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $274,664 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $275,317 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $269,920 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $264,628 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $259,441 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $254,355 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $249,369 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $244,799 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $240,000 +24.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $192,780 |
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Neighborhood: 92026
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