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.
For sale
Listed by: Compass • Orva Harwood • Contact: orva@harwoodre.com
Price cut: $55K (6/24)
$3,795,000
20780 Fortuna Del Norte, Escondido, CA 92029
8beds
5,581sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1995
2.5 Acres Lot
$3,640,300 Zestimate®
$680/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 203 days
- 503
- 26
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Orva Harwood DRE #00761267 orva@harwoodre.com,
Compass,
Anthony Mendoza DRE #02235587 760-975-1212,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NDP2601241
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
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: $1,075,873
- Date on market: 2/7/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 203 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
Estimated market value
$3,640,300
$3.46M - $3.82M
$6,120/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/24/2026 | Price change | $3,795,000-1.4%$680/sqft |
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| 6/19/2026 | Listed for rent | $25,000$4/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #NDP2605905 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2026 | Price change | $3,850,000-3.6%$690/sqft |
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| 3/13/2026 | Price change | $3,995,000-4.9%$716/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 2/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,200,000+627.9%$753/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 10/27/1995 | Sold | $577,000$103/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $1,075,873 +2% |
| 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 |
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Neighborhood: Elfin Forest
Nearby schools
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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