An affordable entry point into Julian backcountry living — 7273 Hard Scramble Trail is a move-in ready 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home on 1.05 acres in Shelter Valley, just minutes from Julian Main Street and the sweeping landscapes of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. Enjoy small-town charm and outdoor adventure without sacrificing convenience. Browse Julian's famous shops, apple orchards, and restaurants, then head east into one of California's most stunning desert parks — all from your own private retreat. The home sits on a generous acre-plus lot with a private well, offering self-sufficient rural living with no water bills and no shared infrastructure. Move-in ready, this is an ideal investment property, vacation getaway, or full-time residence in one of San Diego County's most beloved backcountry communities. Please note: this property is a manufactured home without a recorded 433A and is not on a permanent foundation. It will not qualify for conventional, FHA, or VA financing. Cash offers only.
For sale
$225,000
7273 Hardscramble Trl, Julian, CA 92036
1beds
924sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1988
1.05 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$244/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Generous acre-plus lotPrivate well
- 4 days |
- 480 |
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Listed by:
Tiffany Bagalini DRE #02046868 858-774-4211,
eXp Realty of Southern CA,
Chris Bagalini DRE #02188535 858-232-8034,
Exp Realty of Greater LA, Inc
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260016169
Originating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTOR
Originating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTORLoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air Unit
Cooling
- Swamp Cooler(s)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Washer, Propane Range, Propane
- Laundry: Electric
Features
- Bathtub, Formica Counters, Shower, Shower in Tub
- Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum/Vinyl
Interior area
- Total structure area: 924
- Total interior livable area: 924 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: None Known
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: 1 Story
- Patio & porch: Porch - Front
- Pool features: N/K
- Spa features: N/K
- Fencing: Partial,Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountains/Hills
- Frontage type: N/K
Lot
- Size: 1.05 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: N/K
- Parcel number: 2952202900
- Zoning: R1
- Zoning description: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Hardboard
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Turnkey
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well on Property
- Utilities for property: Propane, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: N/K
- Subdivision: Juliet's Balcony (WDJB)
Location
- Region: Julian
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $244/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $106,120
- Annual tax amount: $1,108
- Date on market: 7/1/2026
- Listing terms: Cash
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $225,000-8.2%$244/sqft |
Source:  SDMLS #260016169 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2026 | Listing removed | $245,000$265/sqft |
Source: eXp Realty #260010562SD Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $245,000+44.1%$265/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #260008818 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: SDMLS #210011991 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2021 | Sold | $170,000-2.9%$184/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #210011991 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2021 | Pending sale | $175,000$189/sqft |
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| 5/6/2021 | Listed for sale | $175,000$189/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #210011991 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,108 +2.2% | $106,120 +2% |
| 2024 | $1,084 +2% | $104,040 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,063 +1.9% | $102,000 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,043 +7.7% | $100,000 +8.3% |
| 2021 | $968 +1% | $92,318 +1% |
| 2020 | $959 +1.7% | $91,372 +2% |
| 2019 | $943 +1.4% | $89,581 +2% |
| 2018 | $930 +2.1% | $87,825 +2% |
| 2017 | $911 +2.4% | $86,104 +2% |
| 2016 | $889 +1.6% | $84,417 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $875 +2.2% | $83,150 +2% |
| 2014 | $856 | $81,522 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $81,155 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $79,565 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $78,005 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $77,423 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $77,608 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $76,088 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $74,597 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $73,135 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $71,701 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $70,296 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $69,009 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $67,657 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $66,332 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92036
Nearby schools
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- 7/10Julian Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 8.7 mi
- 3/10Julian Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 8.7 mi
- 5/10Julian High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Julian Union School District
Source: SDMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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