First time on the market in nearly 70 years, this rare 22-acre Valley Center ranch offers an opportunity that is becoming increasingly difficult to find in San Diego County. Tucked into a quiet valley and surrounded by rolling hills and mountain views, the property features a diverse landscape of open meadow, mature oak trees, hillside terrain, and a seasonal creek that flows through the land during winter rainscreating a peaceful, private setting with a true ranch feel. A long dirt drive leads into the heart of the property, where a 1954 ranch-style cottage sits beneath towering trees. The home offers approximately 848 square feet with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, featuring vaulted wood ceilings and an open living space. While the home is ready for renovation, it provides a strong foundation for restoration or the opportunity to build something new. The property is already equipped with well, septic, electricity, and propane, allowing for immediate use and future development. A vintage outdoor brick fireplace and gathering area, along with an older barn structure, reflect decades of history and rural living. Zoned A72 (Agricultural), the property offers flexibility for a variety of uses including rural living, agriculture, equestrian use, or the creation of a private estate. Large, private parcels with this level of character, natural beauty, and long-term family ownership rarely come to market in Valley Center.
| MLS # | OC26062300 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active Under Contract |
| Year | 1954 |
| Days On Site | 157 |
| Listing Provided By | Maltese Real Estate | Tyler Thrush |
| Bed(s) | 1 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 1 Total |
| SQ Feet | 848 |
| Story(s) | 1 |
| Units | 1 |
| Acreage | 22.56 |
| Property View | Yes |
| Cooling | None |
|---|---|
| Cooling Yes / No | No |
| Interior Features | All Bedrooms Down |
| Fireplace Yes / No | Yes |
| Lot Features | Zero To One Unit Acre, Agricultural |
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| Garage Yes / No | No |
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| Sewer | Septic Type Unknown |
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| Community Features | Rural |
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| State | CA |
|---|---|
| County | San Diego |
| City | Valley Center |
| Zip Code | 92082 |
| Area | 92082 Valley Center |
| Listing VS Median (in 92082) | |
Price: $799,000 low | high Med: $967,500 sqft: 848 low | high Med: 2,342 $ / sqft: $942 low | high Med: $413 On site: 157 low | high Med: 41.5 | |
| State | CA |
|---|---|
| County | San Diego |
| City | Valley Center |
| Zip Code | 92082 |
| Area | 92082 Valley Center |
| Listing VS Median (in 92082) | |
Price: $799,000 low | high Med: $967,500 sqft: 848 low | high Med: 2,342 $ / sqft: $942 low | high Med: $413 On site: 157 low | high Med: 41.5 | |