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  • $1,995,000

    16361 Cuyamaca Forest Rd, Julian, CA 92036

    3beds
    1,600sqft
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    $13,034/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2004
    22.37 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $1,247/sqft
    $137/mo HOA

    What's special

    Welcome to Mountain󠃢󠂁󠂠󠃢󠂀󠂋󠃢󠂁󠂡󠃢󠂀󠂋󠃳󠂠󠂁󠂁󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠 Circle Ranch — a rare mountain retreat tucked within the gated community of Cuyamaca Forest, perched above Lake Cuyamaca in Julian. This one-of-a-kind property offers space, privacy, and room to spread out for generations. The main residence is a charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath bunkhouse with an expansive cedar deck built from timber harvested right on the property, where panoramic mountain views stretch as far as the eye can see. It sits above a 6-stall barn complete with tack room, half bath, and utility room — ready for horses, hobbies, or both. Three additional outbuildings expand the possibilities: a spacious workshop ready for any project, an oversized garage with a service pit and its own living quarters, and unfinished pavilion thoughtfully designed to resemble a rustic old metal structure. Whether you're dreaming of a multigenerational family compound with room for everyone, or a self-sufficient homestead built for independence and long-term resilience, Mountain Circle Ranch delivers space, seclusion, and endless potential in one of San Diego's most magical mountain settings. Julian is a charming historic town nestled in the Cuyamaca Mountains, about an hour east of San Diego. Known for its small-town charm, gold rush history, and famous apple orchards, Julian is a popular getaway for those looking to enjoy fresh mountain air, scenic landscapes, and a slower pace of life. Real estate in Julian ranges from historic cabins to modern mountain retreats, making it an ideal location for those looking for a peaceful, nature-filled lifestyle with easy access to San Diego and Orange County.
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    Listed by:

    Tiffany Bagalini DRE #02046868 858-774-4211,

    eXp Realty of Southern CA,

    Chris Bagalini DRE #02188535 858-232-8034,

    eXp Realty of Southern CA

    Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260023255MLS LogoOriginating MLS: SDMLS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Wall/Gravity
      Cooling
      • Wall/Window
      Appliances
      • Included: Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Freezer, Propane Cooking, Propane
      • Laundry: Electric, Propane
      Features
      • Beamed Ceilings, Open Floor Plan, Shower
      • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Den, Wood
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,600
      • Total interior livable area: 1,600 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 12
      • Parking features: Detached
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: 1 Story
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Patio Open, Wood
      • Pool features: N/K
      • Fencing: N/K
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Mountains/Hills, Panoramic, Valley/Canyon
      • Frontage type: Other/Remarks
      Lot
      • Size: 22.37 Acres
      Details
      • Additional structures: Other/Remarks
      • Parcel number: 2931807000
      • Zoning: S92
      • Zoning description: S92

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Custom Built
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood, Board & Batten Siding, Cement Siding
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • Turnkey
      • Year built: 2004

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Installed
      • Water: Well on Property
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Gated Community
      • Subdivision: JULIAN
      HOA
      • Services included: Gated Community
      • HOA fee: $1,640 annually
      • HOA name: HOA Association
      Location
      • Region: Julian

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $1,247/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $793,983
      • Date on market: 9/23/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash
      • Electric utility on property: Yes

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/23/2026Listed for sale$1,995,000-20%$1,247/sqft
        Source: eXp Realty #260023255SD Report a problem
        8/24/2024Listing removed$2,495,000$1,559/sqft
        Source: SDMLS #240016790 Report a problem
        8/20/2024Price change$2,495,000-15.4%$1,559/sqft
        Source: SDMLS #240016790 Report a problem
        7/22/2024Listed for sale$2,950,000+271.1%$1,844/sqft
        Source: SDMLS #240016790 Report a problem
        1/12/2001Sold$795,000$497/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026-- $793,983 +2%
        2025$8,133 +5.5%$778,415 +5.4%
        2024$7,708 +1.9%$738,643 +2%
        2023$7,564 +1.9%$724,160 +2%
        2022$7,421 +1.5%$709,961 +2%
        2021$7,314 +1%$696,041 +1%
        2020$7,242 +1.9%$688,904 +2%
        2019$7,110 +0.9%$675,397 +2%
        2018$7,044 +2%$662,154 +2%
        2017$6,905 +1.9%$649,171 +2%
        2016$6,777 +1.6%$636,443 +1.5%
        2015$6,671 +2.2%$626,884 +2%
        2014$6,525 $614,605 +0.5%
        2013-- $611,828 +2%
        2012-- $599,832 +2%
        2011-- $588,071 +0.8%
        2010-- $583,676 -0.2%
        2009-- $585,063 +2%
        2008-- $573,592 +2%
        2007-- $562,346 +2%
        2006-- $551,320 +2%
        2005-- $540,510 +2%
        2004-- $529,912 -35.9%
        2003-- $827,118 +2%
        2002-- $810,900
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 92036

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        • District: Julian Union School District

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