Discover the pinnacle of Southern California living at 20765 Avenida Castilla, a private sanctuary nestled within the prestigious La Cresta equestrian community on Murrieta’s scenic Santa Rosa Plateau.This beautifully updated 3-level home offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 3,207 square feet of elegant living space, with primary living on the main level, on a fully usable 5-acre parcel. Built in 1984 and thoughtfully refreshed, the property features a warm stucco exterior with natural stone accents, a classic tile roof, and a long, winding private driveway through vibrant, meticulously landscaped grounds. A charming wrap-around porch adds to the inviting appeal.Inside, natural light pours through oversized windows into an open-concept design. The grand living room features a dramatic stacked-stone fireplace, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The spacious family room showcases rustic flagstone flooring and a ceiling fan. The gourmet kitchen impresses with rich dark wood cabinetry, granite countertops, stone backsplash, breakfast bar, and windows framing beautiful garden and hill views.The primary suite includes a spa-like bathroom with a frameless glass walk-in shower and dual vanities. Rresort-style living awaits with expansive concrete patios, multiple seating areas under large umbrellas, a pristine artificial turf lawn, and lush gardens filled with vibrant flowers, bougainvillea, cacti, and mature trees. Multiple decks and the wrap-around porch provide stunning panoramic mountain and valley views.Equestrian lovers will appreciate the established facilities, including a center-aisle barn, fenced paddocks, pastures, a riding arena, and room for expansion, plus direct access to La Cresta’s scenic trails.Additional features include a 3-car attached garage, central HVAC, and full La Cresta HOA benefits.Just minutes from top-rated Murrieta schools and shopping, the property is only a 15-minute drive to Temecula Valley Wine Country. Enjoy over 40 acclaimed wineries such as world-renowned Europa Winery, Wilson Creek, South Coast Winery, and Ponte Family Vineyard for tasting rooms, events, and fine dining.This exceptional estate perfectly combines sophisticated interiors, spectacular outdoor amenities, strong equestrian potential, and easy access to wine country in one of the region’s most desirable communities.
Sold for $1,350,000
Listed by: Thomas Real Estate Group • Hillary Thomas • Contact: 714-998-8300
Bought with: LPT Realty, Inc
$1,350,000
20765 Avenida Castilla, Murrieta, CA 92562
4beds
3,207sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1984
5 Acres Lot
$1,355,300 Zestimate®
$421/sqft
$4,589 Estimated rent
Home value
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$1.23M - $1.49M
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Listed by:
Hillary Thomas DRE #00880226 offers@thomasrealestategroup.com,
Thomas Real Estate Group,
Nicholas Thomas DRE #01410183,
Thomas Real Estate Group
Bought with:
Kimberly Altenhofel, DRE #01219110
LPT Realty, Inc
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PW26052338
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office, Retreat, Dining Room
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Full Bath on Main Level, Remodeled, Separate Shower, Upgraded, Vanity, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Kitchenette, Stone Counters, Utility Sink, Walk-In Pantry
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: 6 Burner Stove, Electric Range, Disposal, Water Heater
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Wet Bar, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Wood
- Doors: Double Door Entry
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,207 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 9
- Parking features: Concrete, Door-Multi, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: See Remarks
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Concrete, Front Porch, Open, Patio, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Vinyl,Wood,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills, Mountain(s), Valley
Lot
- Size: 5 Acres
- Features: 2-5 Units/Acre, Front Yard, Horse Property, Lot Over 40000 Sqft, Ranch, Secluded, Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Workshop, Corral(s)
- Parcel number: 930250004
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Riding Trail
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Craftsman,Spanish,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Concrete, Stucco, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Raised, Slab
- Roof: Concrete,Flat Tile
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1984
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Standard
- Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Hiking, Horse Trails, Stable(s), Mountainous, Rural
- Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Security Lights
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Horse Trail(s), Pets Allowed, Trail(s)
- HOA fee: $875 annually
- HOA name: La Cresta HOA
- HOA phone: 951-699-2918
Location
- Region: Murrieta
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $421/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $891,317
- Annual tax amount: $10,580
- Date on market: 3/14/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 27 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/11/2026 | Sold | $1,350,000+0%$421/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #PW26052338 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2026 | Pending sale | $1,349,888$421/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #PW26052338 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2026 | Contingent | $1,349,888$421/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #PW26052338 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,349,888+65.6%$421/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #PW26052338 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2019 | Sold | $815,000-4%$254/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #WS19161213 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2019 | Pending sale | $849,000$265/sqft |
Source: IRN REALTY #WS19161213 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2019 | Listed for sale | $849,000+47.7%$265/sqft |
Source: IRN REALTY #WS19161213 Report a problem | ||
| 12/28/2011 | Sold | $575,000-4%$179/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2011 | Listed for sale | $599,000-38.6%$187/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Bear Creek #T11107718 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2010 | Listing removed | $975,000$304/sqft |
Source: NRT California #T09105923 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2010 | Listed for sale | $975,000$304/sqft |
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| 3/28/2010 | Listing removed | $975,000$304/sqft |
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| 10/3/2009 | Listed for sale | $975,000-2.4%$304/sqft |
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| 7/3/2009 | Listing removed | $999,000$312/sqft |
Source: NRT California #T09040459 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2009 | Listed for sale | $999,000$312/sqft |
Source: NRT California #T09040459 Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/2009 | Listing removed | $999,000$312/sqft |
Source: SecondSpace #1351196 Report a problem | ||
| 12/8/2008 | Price change | $999,000-16.7%$312/sqft |
Source: NRT California #T08091512 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2008 | Listed for sale | $1,199,000+200.5%$374/sqft |
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| 11/19/1999 | Sold | $399,000+37.6%$124/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/31/1997 | Sold | $290,000-10.8%$90/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/1997 | Sold | $325,000-1.5%$101/sqft |
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| 8/18/1994 | Sold | $330,000$103/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,580 +1.9% | $891,317 +2% |
| 2024 | $10,382 -1.4% | $873,841 +2% |
| 2023 | $10,530 +1.9% | $856,708 +2% |
| 2022 | $10,331 +1.9% | $839,911 +2% |
| 2021 | $10,136 +1% | $823,443 +1% |
| 2020 | $10,036 +20.6% | $815,000 +25.9% |
| 2019 | $8,320 +1.9% | $647,433 +2% |
| 2018 | $8,165 +1.4% | $634,739 +2% |
| 2017 | $8,052 | $622,294 +2% |
| 2016 | $8,052 +2.4% | $610,093 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $7,861 +4.6% | $600,931 +2% |
| 2014 | $7,515 | $589,162 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $586,500 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $575,000 +13.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $507,484 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $503,693 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $504,891 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $494,992 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $485,287 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $475,772 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $466,444 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $448,920 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $440,119 +8.1% |
| 2001 | $6,202 +1.8% | $406,980 +2% |
| 2000 | $6,094 | $399,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 92562
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Cole Canyon Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 3.3 mi
- 7/10Thompson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4 mi
- 8/10Murrieta Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cole Canyon
- Middle: Thompson
- High: Murrieta Valley
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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