Located in the heart of the Montezuma Valley, in a historic area known as Ranchita, this home has absolutely breathtaking views of the Vulcan, Palomar & San Ysidro Mountains. Situated on 2.6 usable acres, and away from the main road, this manufactured home has a 433a certificate, new roof in 2023, and is completely off the electrical grid. A ground mounted solar array charges (2) 14.3kwh lithium iron phosphate batteries providing DC power by connecting to 2 Victron Multiplus II Inverters, creating a 120/240 split phase power system. The system has an auto propane starting generator with the ability for remote monitoring. There is a permitted, 960 sq.ft. detached garage which is insulated, has 5 windows, a car roll-up door & man door for access. A 17ft x10ft enclosed California room has been added for additional living space. Off of the main bedroom there is an enclosed 10ft X 10ft screened in patio with French style doors looking over the valley. A very large main bath with oval soaking tub and separate shower, 6 panel doors thru-out, separate laundry room with a washer & dryer that will convey. Kitchen has a skylight, there is a bay window style dining room area as well as counter seating and a center island. The home has interior fire sprinklers, 3 ceiling fans and split system AC & heating. Property has a 5,000 gal. water storage tank and 2 propane tanks. Call me today for an appointment to view this great property!
For sale
Listed by: Smith Estates • Bonnie L. Smith • Contact: blsmithbroker@gmail.com
Price cut: $38K (7/11)
$437,000
37697 Montezuma Valley Rd, Ranchita, CA 92066
2beds
1,200sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
2.62 Acres Lot
$433,400 Zestimate®
$364/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Interior fire sprinklersGround mounted solar arrayKitchen has a skylight
- 124 days
- 242
- 17
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Bonnie L. Smith DRE #01259045 blsmithbroker@gmail.com,
Smith Estates
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NDP2604974
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Workshop
Cooling
- Ductless, Dual
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Workshop
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 25
- Parking features: Garage, Carport
- Garage spaces: 3
- Carport spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 5
- Uncovered spaces: 20
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 2.62 Acres
- Features: Back Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 1961604700
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Trust
- Horse amenities: Riding Trail
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Foothills, Hiking, Horse Trails, Hunting, Mountainous, Near National Forest, Preserve/Public Land, Rural, Valley
Location
- Region: Ranchita
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $364/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $221,894
- Date on market: 5/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 125 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
Estimated market value
$433,400
$412,000 - $455,000
$3,493/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/11/2026 | Price change | $437,000-8%$364/sqft |
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| 5/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $475,000$396/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $221,894 +2% |
| 2025 | $2,239 +6.4% | $217,544 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,105 +2% | $213,279 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,063 +2% | $209,098 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,023 +2% | $204,999 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,983 +0.9% | $200,980 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,965 +2.3% | $198,920 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,921 +1.9% | $195,020 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,886 +2.1% | $191,197 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,846 +2.4% | $187,449 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,803 +1.6% | $183,775 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,775 +2.5% | $181,015 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,731 | $177,470 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $176,669 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $173,206 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $169,810 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $168,542 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $168,944 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $165,632 +15.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $143,185 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $140,378 +494.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $23,626 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $23,163 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $22,739 |
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