Pickleball anyone? Enjoy your own two private pickleball courts on this magnificent estate! This coveted west side location was built in 2007 by renowned custom home builder Steve Simunec and lovingly maintained by its original owner, this extraordinary estate showcases timeless craftsmanship, exceptional quality, and luxurious amenities on approximately 3.5 private acres in the prestigious Rancho Santa Fe Covenant. The grand entrance featuring approximately 20-foot ceilings. Throughout the home, you'll find exquisite finishes including travertine flooring, extensive crown molding, solid alder interior doors, solid wood-framed windows, and custom double-pane wood exterior doors and windows with protective metal cladding for lasting beauty and durability. Designed for both elegant entertaining and comfortable everyday living, the home features a formal dining room with accent lighting, a spacious executive office with custom woodwork, 4 custom built masonry wood burning fireplaces, and expansive living spaces filled with natural light from thoughtfully placed skylights. The gourmet chef's kitchen is truly exceptional, featuring custom wood ceilings with exposed beams, a handcrafted range hood, pot filler, three ovens, two dishwashers, a large walk-in pantry, a butler's pantry with warming drawer, and a picture window overlooking the resort-style backyard and pool. Sliding glass doors create seamless indoor-outdoor living, inviting in refreshing coastal breezes and spectacular sunset views. The residence offers six spacious bedroom suites, each with its own private bathroom, plus a bathroom next to the pool. A convenient first-floor guest suite with direct backyard access is ideal for extended family, guests, or a live-in nanny. The luxurious primary suite features a skylight, with an exceptionally large closet with custom shoe storage, and a spa-inspired bathroom complete with dual vanities, a large walk-in shower, and additional skylights that fill the space with natural light. Additional interior highlights include: Temperature-controlled cedar wine cellar with storage for 2626. Wet bar with wine refrigerator. Game room/playroom wired for a projector with direct access to the front yard. Spacious laundry room with sink, windows, and abundant cabinetry. Integrated speaker system in the great room and backyard. Three interior fireplaces plus an outdoor fireplace. The resort-inspired grounds are designed for year-round enjoyment. Amenities include: Sparkling saltwater pool with waterfall and a dedicated full bathroom and outdoor shower. Pool cabana with built-in BBQ, refrigerator, sink, and entertaining area. Two newly refinished pickleball courts that can easily be converted back to a full tennis court. Mature landscaping with apple, lemon, pear, mango and tangerine trees. Approved by the Rancho Santa Fe Art Jury for up to two horses. 24-station irrigation system. Additional features include: Six-car tandem garage. Connected to city sewer (not septic). 1,000-gallon propane tank. Tesla Powerwall with leased solar system. Approximately 6–8 minutes to Interstate 5. Located within the exclusive Rancho Santa Fe Covenant, this remarkable property offers privacy, prestige, architectural excellence, and an unmatched Southern California lifestyle. Every detail reflects the vision of a master builder and the pride of single ownership, creating a rare opportunity to own one of Rancho Santa Fe's truly exceptional custom estates.
For sale
Price cut: $8K (8/17)
$8,880,000
5465 El Cielito, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
6beds
7,306sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2007
3.49 Acres Lot
$8,290,400 Zestimate®
$1,215/sqft
$755/mo HOA
What's special
Six-car tandem garageExquisite finishesTravertine flooringTwo private pickleball courtsHandcrafted range hoodSolid alder interior doorsPot filler
- 73 days
- 769
- 36
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Listed by:
Cindy J Sun DRE #02008456 858-888-6372,
San Diego Gold Medal Realty In
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260017090
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 7
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air Unit, Passive Solar
Cooling
- Central Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Fire Sprinklers, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Vacuum/Central, Washer, 6 Burner Stove, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Energy Star Appliances, Free Standing Range, Freezer, Grill, Ice Maker, Propane Oven, Propane Range, Propane Stove, Self Cleaning Oven, Vented Exhaust Fan, Warmer Oven Drawer, Barbecue, Water Line to Refr, Counter Top, Propane Cooking, Propane
- Laundry: Electric, Propane
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: FP in Family Room, FP in Living Room, Patio/Outdoors, Primary Retreat
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,306
- Total interior livable area: 7,306 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Attached
- Garage spaces: 6
Features
- Levels: 2 Story
- Pool features: Below Ground, Private, Heated, Saltwater, Waterfall
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Private Below Ground, Yes, Heated, Private
- Fencing: Gate,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pool, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 3.49 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 2683301600
- Zoning: R1
- Zoning description: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Tile/Clay
Condition
- Year built: 2007
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Meter on Property, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Eqpt Owned, Fire Sprinklers, Security System, Fire Rated Drywall, Security Lights, Smoke Detector, Wired for Alarm System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Subdivision: RANCHO SANTA FE
HOA
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Clubhouse Paid
- HOA fee: $9,056 annually
- HOA name: Rancho Santa Fe HOA
Location
- Region: Rancho Santa Fe
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,215/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $6,258,954
- Date on market: 7/13/2026
- Listing terms: Cal Vet,Cash,Conventional,Submit
Estimated market value
$8,290,400
$7.88M - $8.70M
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/17/2026 | Price change | $8,880,000-0.1%$1,215/sqft |
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| 7/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $8,888,000+255.5%$1,217/sqft |
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| 9/26/2005 | Sold | $2,500,000+138.1%$342/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/13/2000 | Sold | $1,050,000$144/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $6,258,954 +2% |
| 2025 | $67,054 +11.6% | $6,136,230 +11.6% |
| 2024 | $60,081 +10.4% | $5,500,000 +10% |
| 2023 | $54,443 +8% | $5,000,000 +8.7% |
| 2022 | $50,419 +6.6% | $4,600,000 +7% |
| 2021 | $47,300 -0.1% | $4,300,000 |
| 2020 | $47,342 +2.5% | $4,300,000 |
| 2019 | $46,180 +2% | $4,300,000 +4.9% |
| 2018 | $45,278 -0.2% | $4,100,000 |
| 2017 | $45,359 +1.7% | $4,100,000 |
| 2016 | $44,612 -0.2% | $4,100,000 |
| 2015 | $44,702 +0.1% | $4,100,000 |
| 2014 | $44,669 | $4,100,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $4,100,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $4,100,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $4,100,000 -13.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $4,753,738 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $4,765,032 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $4,671,600 +86.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $2,500,000 +115.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $1,157,771 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $1,135,070 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $1,114,268 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $1,092,420 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $1,071,000 |
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