Set atop a quiet hillside in the Elfin Forest community of San Diego, this gated California Mediterranean style estate is designed to fully unwind and reconnect with nature in a completely private oasis. At Fortuna Del Norte, the noise of the outer world melts away into your very own serene hillside, yet its very Western location lends itself to all the conveniences of modern life being only five minutes away from the vibrant shops, dining and groceries in the San Elijo Village and a relaxing drive through the hills to some of the best beaches in Southern California right here in North County San Diego. This 2.5 acre estate enjoys broad views overlooking miles of protected coastal chaparral and the trail system of Sage Hill Nature Reserve, spanning a wide swath of San Diego 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 from the adjacent reserve. 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. Fortuna Del Norte also includes two detached casitas: one complete with Jack-and-Jill style bedrooms close to the main residence for the ultimate guest experience and another out of view of the main residence as a completely self-sufficient one-bedroom-style home situated perfectly for rental income or multigenerational living. The estate is equipped for full equestrian use, a luxurious heated swimming pool paired with an integrated waterfall jacuzzi, a variety of mature citrus and fruit trees, and lush landscaping throughout the grounds. 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 leading directly to Rancho Santa Fe. Fortuna Del Norte presents a rare opportunity for the ultimate gated estate offering privacy, acreage, panoramic views and 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: $200K (7/13)
$3,795,000
20784 Fortuna Del Norte, Escondido, CA 92029
8beds
5,691sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1999
2.5 Acres Lot
$3,627,500 Zestimate®
$667/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 109 days
- 728
- 44
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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#: NDP2604848
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: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bathroom, Bonus Room, Bedroom, Entry/Foyer, Exercise Room, Family Room, Foyer, Guest Quarters, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office, Other, Pantry, Retreat, Workshop
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Pantry
- Features: Walk-In Pantry
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Bedroom on Main Level, Entrance Foyer, Jack and Jill Bath, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Workshop
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Outside, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 5,691 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 15
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 12
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Front Door
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gas Heat, In Ground, Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Courtyard, Canyon, Hills, Mountain(s), Ocean, Orchard, Panoramic, Valley, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Lot
- Size: 2.5 Acres
- Features: Agricultural, Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Horse Property, Lot Over 40000 Sqft, Landscaped, Orchard(s), Rectangular Lot, Ranch, Secluded, Sprinkler System, Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 6790600800
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Riding Trail
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Hiking, Horse Trails, Stable(s), Mountainous, Preserve/Public Land, Rural
Location
- Region: Escondido
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $667/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,996,668
- Date on market: 5/20/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 109 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
Estimated market value
$3,627,500
$3.45M - $3.81M
$6,909/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/13/2026 | Price change | $3,795,000-5%$667/sqft |
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| 6/24/2026 | Price change | $3,995,000-6%$702/sqft |
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| 6/19/2026 | Listed for rent | $25,000$4/sqft |
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| 5/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,250,000+97.7%$747/sqft |
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| 3/28/2006 | Sold | $2,150,000+72%$378/sqft |
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| 11/20/2003 | Sold | $1,250,000$220/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $2,996,668 +2% |
| 2025 | $32,539 +1.7% | $2,937,911 +2% |
| 2024 | $31,985 +2.3% | $2,880,305 +2% |
| 2023 | $31,251 +8% | $2,823,830 +8.6% |
| 2022 | $28,931 +20.4% | $2,600,000 +20.9% |
| 2021 | $24,035 +4.6% | $2,150,000 +4.9% |
| 2020 | $22,967 +15.8% | $2,050,000 +10.8% |
| 2019 | $19,825 +0.4% | $1,850,000 +5.7% |
| 2018 | $19,754 +3.9% | $1,750,000 +4.2% |
| 2017 | $19,009 +4.8% | $1,680,000 +3.2% |
| 2016 | $18,137 -0.5% | $1,628,000 |
| 2015 | $18,219 +3.1% | $1,628,000 +3% |
| 2014 | $17,674 | $1,580,000 +9.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $1,439,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $1,439,000 -23.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,885,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $1,885,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $1,885,000 -15.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $2,236,860 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $2,193,000 +68.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,300,500 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $1,275,000 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $1,250,000 +62.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $769,503 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $754,416 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $739,625 |
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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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