About this home

Modern Take on Mountain Living | One-of-a-Kind Custom Log Home with Forever Views of Palomar Mountain & Pauma Valley. Nestled on nearly 2 private acres, this charming home offers an open floor plan, soaring ceilings, lots of windows, and a1,200 sq. ft. wraparound porch for taking in spectacular sunrises and the peaceful mountain setting. Over the past several years, approx. $225,000 of quality improvements have been made, including a beautifully remodeled kitchen and bathrooms, updated flooring, new HVAC, tankless water heater, upgraded plumbing and septic, water filtration systems, a Generac automatic backup generator, a premium 50-year roof and solar - Talk about energy savings! Based on seller's current usage, they pay $0 to SDG&E for electricity. Approximately one acre is fenced and gated, offering privacy and versatility, along with a storage shed and plans for a future barn. Extensive fire-safety enhancements include dedicated water storage tanks, a private hydrant, perimeter sprinklers, fire-boxed eaves with ember-resistant screens and CAL FIRE defensible space clearance. Complete with a 2-car garage, private spa, and incredible views, this is a rare opportunity to own a truly special mountain retreat where rustic charm, modern comfort, and wide-open country living come together. AWAY FROM IT ALL, YET CLOSE TO EVERYTHING. Enjoy the peace and beauty of Pauma Valley without giving up the things you love. Surrounded by citrus and avocado groves, local farm stands and seasonal U-pick farms, this peaceful country setting feels worlds away while still offering nearby dining, golf, entertainment, spas and casino resorts, with the shopping and restaurants of Escondido within easy reach. At the end of the day, come home to incredible mountain views and a lifestyle that truly offers the best of both worlds.

Facts and features

Schools

• Pauma Elementary School

  elementary · K-8 · 3.1 mi

  4

• Valley Center High

  high · 9-12 · 4.9 mi

  5

• Pauma Christian Academy

  elementary · K-12 · 0.4 mi

• Valley Center Middle School

  middle · 6-8 · 6.0 mi

  2

• Pine Glen Academy

  elementary · 1-12 · 4.6 mi

• Catholic Clan Academy

  elementary · K-12 · 4.8 mi

Price history

• Oct 7, 2026 · Listed$925,000
• Oct 7, 2026 · Listing Removed—
• Aug 7, 2026 · Listed$975,000
• May 10, 2021 · Sold$735,000
• Mar 31, 2021 · Listed$650,000
• May 5, 1995 · Sold$33,000
• Aug 9, 1976 · Sold$36,000

Tax history

• 2025$8,465 tax · $811,497 assessed
• 2024$8,293 tax · $795,586 assessed
• 2023$8,115 tax · $764,694 assessed
• 2022$7,995 tax · $749,700 assessed
• 2021$2,478 tax · $228,736 assessed
• 2020$2,452 tax · $226,392 assessed
• 2019$2,463 tax · $221,954 assessed
• 2018$2,397 tax · $217,603 assessed

Home value

$940,700

• Cotality$940,700
• Quantarium$922,208
• Collateral Analytics$965,000

Where it is