Escape to peace and privacy in this beautifully upgraded custom home in Descanso, nestled in the scenic Cuyamaca Mountains of San Diego County. Enjoy crisp mountain air, panoramic views, and endless outdoor adventure while being just minutes from I-8, offering the perfect blend of country serenity and city convenience. This 3-bedroom + office, 2.5-bath home offers 2,072 sq. ft. of move-in ready living space, showcasing a seamless mix of modern comfort and natural beauty. The open-concept great room and renovated kitchen feature sweeping mountain views, luxury plank flooring, new carpet, upgraded appliances, and energy-efficient windows and sliding doors that fill the home with light. Set on 1.47 private acres backing up to the Cleveland National Forest, this property is ideal for anyone seeking space, tranquility, and adventure. Enjoy a 2-car garage, RV and boat parking, and an attached workshop - plus multiple decks, covered and uncovered patios, a fenced dog run, mature fruit trees, and landscaped grounds perfect for entertaining and relaxing. Recent upgrades include a new A/C unit, 5,000-gallon water holding tank, and refreshed outdoor spaces. Nearby hiking, biking, and equestrian trails make this home a dream for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful full-time residence or a weekend mountain getaway, this Descanso retreat delivers fresh air, starry nights, and a slower pace of life - all within easy reach of San Diego’s beaches, shops, and restaurants.
Sold for $865,000
$865,000
9769 River Dr, Descanso, CA 91916
3beds
2,072sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1989
1.47 Acres Lot
$868,200 Zestimate®
$417/sqft
$3,935 Estimated rent
Home value
$868,200
$799,000 - $946,000
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Mature fruit treesMove-in ready living spacePanoramic viewsOpen-concept great roomNew carpetLandscaped groundsLuxury plank flooring
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Listed by:
Mackenzie Cartmill DRE #02156153 Preferred:619-889-1285,
LPT Realty, Inc,
Kristi Stevens DRE #01947147 619-302-9767,
LPT Realty, Inc
Bought with:
Rosie Pacheco, DRE #02254186
i2i Real Estate & Mortgage
Dean Alzaro, DRE #02199138
Pellego Inc
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 250043325
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Originating MLS: SDMLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Zoned Areas, Fireplace, Forced Air Unit
Cooling
- Central Forced Air, Zoned Area(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Free Standing Range, Propane Oven, Propane Range, Propane Stove, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Line to Refr, Propane Cooking, Propane, Solar
- Laundry: Propane, Washer Hookup
Features
- 2 Staircases, Bathtub, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan, Dry Bar, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Kitchen Island, Living Room Balcony, Open Floor Plan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled Kitchen, Shower, Shower in Tub, Storage Space, Track Lighting, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceiling
- Flooring: Other/Remarks
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: FP in Living Room, FP in Primary BR
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,072
- Total interior livable area: 2,072 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Attached, Direct Garage Access, Garage, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: 3 Story
- Patio & porch: Balcony, Covered, Deck, Porch, Wood
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Other/Remarks
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountains/Hills, Panoramic, Valley/Canyon, Other/Remarks, Meadow, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 1.47 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 4052211600
- Zoning: R-1
- Zoning description: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood/Stucco
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Turnkey,Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1989
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Meter on Property
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System, Wired for Alarm System
- Subdivision: DESCANSO
Location
- Region: Descanso
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $417/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $284,402
- Annual tax amount: $3,078
- Date on market: 11/5/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/20/2026 | Sold | $865,000-3.4%$417/sqft |
Source:  SDMLS #250043325 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2026 | Pending sale | $895,000$432/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #250043325 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2025 | Price change | $895,000-7.6%$432/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #250043325 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2024 | Listed for sale | $969,000-1.1%$468/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #240021170 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: SDMLS #240004714 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2024 | Listed for sale | $979,900-2%$473/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #240004714 Report a problem | ||
| 1/26/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: SDMLS #230019025 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2023 | Listed for sale | $999,900$483/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #230019025 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,078 +2.1% | $284,402 +2% |
| 2024 | $3,014 +2% | $278,826 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,955 -1.4% | $273,360 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,997 +2.9% | $268,001 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,912 +0.9% | $262,747 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,885 +3.9% | $260,054 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,778 +3.5% | $254,955 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,685 +1.2% | $249,957 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,652 +2.7% | $245,057 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,583 +1.1% | $240,253 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,554 +2.1% | $236,646 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,500 | $232,012 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $230,964 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $226,436 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $221,997 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $220,339 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $220,864 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $216,534 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $212,289 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $208,127 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $204,048 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $200,048 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $196,382 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $192,533 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $188,758 |
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Neighborhood: 91916
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- 7/10Descanso Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.5 mi
- NAPine Valley MiddleGrades: 7-8Distance: 6.1 mi
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