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  • Listed by: Compass • Orva Harwood • Contact: 858-775-4481
    Price cut: $55K (6/24)
    $3,795,000

    20780 Fortuna Del Norte, Escondido, CA 92029

    8beds
    5,581sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1995
    2.5 Acres Lot
    $3,615,300 Zestimate®
    $680/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Set atop a quiet hillside in the Elfin Forest community of San Diego, this gated California Mediterranean style estate is situated on 2.5 gently sloped acres and enjoys broad views overlooking miles of protected coastal chaparral and the trail system of Sage Hill Nature Reserve. This elevated outlook spans a wide swath of San Diego, with views as far as the La Jolla skyline. Such a setting provides the ultimate feeling of privacy and serenity with the additional benefit of limited neighboring development. Live almost entirely off the grid with a well tapped into a natural aquifer providing an abundance of natural clean water for the property–regardless of drought status–and enough land to opt out of the main power grid by installing solar farms to power the estate independently. The estate includes a heated swimming pool, a lighted tennis court, expansive lawn areas, a playground structure and mature landscaping throughout the grounds. The property also features a variety of established citrus trees. With its acreage, layout and access to a vast system of trails, the estate also offers ideal equestrian opportunity. Despite the feeling of remote, natural privacy, the estate is conveniently located approximately 8 minutes from the shops, dining and services of the vibrant San Elijo Village and within a lovely winding drive to some of the very best beaches in Southern California in North County San Diego. The property is also located within the attendance area of the R. Roger Rowe K-8 public school district of Rancho Santa Fe with designated access to a private gated back road directly to the Village of Rancho Santa Fe. Fortuna Del Norte presents a rare opportunity for a private gated estate offering acreage, panoramic views, resort-style living in one of North County's most majestic and sought after hillside communities of the Enchanted Elfin Forest.
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    Listed by:

    Orva Harwood DRE #00761267 orva@harwoodre.com,

    Compass,

    Anthony Mendoza DRE #02235587 760-975-1212,

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeService

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NDP2601241MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 8
      • Bathrooms: 6
      • Full bathrooms: 6
      • Main level bathrooms: 5
      • Main level bedrooms: 5
      Rooms
      • Room types: Attic, Bedroom, Center Hall, Converted Bedroom, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Main Level Primary
      Bedroom
      • Features: Bedroom on Main Level
      Other
      • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
      Features
      • Attic, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Great Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 5,581 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 12
      • Uncovered spaces: 12
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Entry location: Front Door
      • Has private pool: Yes
      • Pool features: In Ground, Pool Cover
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Hills, Mountain(s), Ocean, Panoramic, Valley, Trees/Woods
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Ocean
      Lot
      • Size: 2.5 Acres
      • Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn
      Details
      • Parcel number: 6790600900
      • Zoning: R1
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1995

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Well

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Biking, Hiking, Stable(s), Mountainous, Rural
      Location
      • Region: Escondido

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $680/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $1,054,779
      • Annual tax amount: $12,439
      • Date on market: 2/7/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 156 days
      • Listing terms: Conventional

        Estimated market value

        $3,615,300

        $3.43M - $3.80M

        $6,120/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/24/2026Price change$3,795,000-1.4%$680/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #NDP2601241 Report a problem
        6/19/2026Listed for rent$25,000$4/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #NDP2605905 Report a problem
        5/17/2026Price change$3,850,000-3.6%$690/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #NDP2601241 Report a problem
        3/13/2026Price change$3,995,000-4.9%$716/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #NDP2601241 Report a problem
        2/7/2026Listed for sale$4,200,000+627.9%$753/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #NDP2601241 Report a problem
        10/27/1995Sold$577,000$103/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$12,439 +1.6%$1,054,779 +2%
        2024$12,238 +2.5%$1,034,098 +2%
        2023$11,941 +2%$1,013,823 +2%
        2022$11,711 +2%$993,945 +2%
        2021$11,479 +1%$974,456 +1%
        2020$11,368 +11.8%$964,465 +2%
        2019$10,171 -7.2%$945,555 +2%
        2018$10,961 +1.9%$927,016 +2%
        2017$10,759 +3.6%$908,840 +2%
        2016$10,388 +1%$891,020 +1.5%
        2015$10,285 +2.1%$877,637 +2%
        2014$10,075 $860,446 +0.5%
        2013-- $856,558 +2%
        2012-- $839,763 +2%
        2011-- $823,298 +0.8%
        2010-- $817,145 -0.2%
        2009-- $819,088 +2%
        2008-- $803,028 +4%
        2006-- $771,847 +2%
        2005-- $756,713 +2%
        2004-- $741,876 +1.9%
        2003-- $728,280 +2%
        2002-- $714,001 +2%
        2001-- $700,002
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Elfin Forest

        Getting around

        2 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        0 / 100
        No Nearby Transit
        1 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: R. Roger Rowe
        • High: La Costa Canyon

        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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