Welcome to peaceful mountain living in the scenic community of Descanso. This recently remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers both comfort and potential on nearly 2 sprawling acres with room to expand and enjoy open, usable land. Inside, you'll find charming wood beam ceilings, luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, a beautifully updated kitchen with quartz countertops, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace—perfect for cooler mountain evenings. Step outside onto the deck to take in the fresh mountain air while entertaining family and friends. With nearby access to hiking and horse trails, and just 30 minutes from historic Julian, this property offers the ideal blend of tranquility, recreation, and rural charm. Don’t miss your chance to experience the serenity of true country living. THIS PROPERTY LISTING INCLUDES THREE LEGAL LOTS TO BE SOLD TOGETHER - 4 APNS: 407-122-01-00, 407-122-02-00, 407-122-03-00, 407-130-02-00 - THE THREE LEGAL LOTS TOTAL JUST UNDER TWO ACRES OF LAND.
Sold for $715,000
$715,000
9959 Highway 79, Descanso, CA 91916
3beds
1,305sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
1.89 Acres Lot
$770,600 Zestimate®
$548/sqft
$3,343 Estimated rent
Home value
$770,600
$709,000 - $832,000
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Cozy wood-burning fireplaceFresh mountain airSprawling acresQuartz countertopsUpdated kitchenCharming wood beam ceilings
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Listed by:
Sandra Diaz DRE #02215256 619-274-4524,
eXp Realty of California, Inc.,
Julia Morelli DRE #01791011 858-472-5207,
Turning Leaf Properties
Bought with:
Ford Campbell, DRE #02169421
Coldwell Banker West
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 250031260
Originating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTOR
Originating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTORFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air Unit, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Central Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Propane Oven, Propane Range, Propane Stove, Range/Stove Hood, Counter Top, Propane
- Laundry: Electric, Propane
Features
- Bathtub, Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan, Low Flow Toilet(s), Recessed Lighting, Remodeled Kitchen, Shower, Stone Counters
- Flooring: Linoleum/Vinyl, Tile, Ceramic Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: FP in Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,305
- Total interior livable area: 1,305 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 16
- Parking features: Attached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: 1 Story
- Patio & porch: Awning/Porch Covered, Deck, Porch, Porch - Front
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Gate,Partial,Other/Remarks,Barbed Wire,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountains/Hills, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 1.89 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 4071220300
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Hardboard, HardiPlank Type
- Roof: Composition,Flat
Condition
- Turnkey,Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Automatic Gate
Location
- Region: Descanso
- Subdivision: DESCANSO
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/1/2025 | Sold | $715,000-4.7%$548/sqft |
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| 7/8/2025 | Pending sale | $750,000$575/sqft |
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| 6/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $750,000+150%$575/sqft |
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| 5/9/2025 | Listing removed | $3,600$3/sqft |
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| 4/18/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,600+20%$3/sqft |
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| 7/21/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/9/2022 | Listed for rent | $3,000$2/sqft |
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| 1/31/2020 | Sold | $300,000-7.7%$230/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #190059555 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2019 | Listed for sale | $325,000$249/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker West #190059555 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2019 | Pending sale | $325,000$249/sqft |
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| 11/1/2019 | Listed for sale | $325,000+150%$249/sqft |
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| 1/18/1996 | Sold | $130,000$100/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,034 +2.1% | $273,407 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,973 +2% | $268,047 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,916 -1.4% | $262,792 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,959 +2.9% | $257,640 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,876 +114.3% | $252,589 +119.9% |
| 2020 | $1,342 +6.4% | $114,845 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,261 +0.7% | $112,594 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,253 +1.2% | $110,387 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,238 +2.7% | $108,223 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,206 +1.1% | $106,102 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,193 +2% | $104,509 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,170 | $102,462 -1.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $103,718 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $102,944 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $103,190 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $101,168 |
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Neighborhood: 91916
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Descanso Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1.4 mi
- NAPine Valley MiddleGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.9 mi
- 5/10Mountain Empire High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 10.8 mi
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