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9769 River Dr Descanso, CA 91916

$969,000
3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,072 sqft
1.5 acres
$468 / sqft
House

Property details

About 9769 River Dr

Nestled in the peaceful Cuyamaca Mountains, this custom property offers a serene escape surrounded by nature's beauty. With crisp, fresh air and breathtaking mountain views, the home is ideal for those seeking refuge from the hustle and bustle of daily life. As soon as you step into the recently renovated great room and kitchen, you'll be greeted with beautiful panoramic landscapes of the rolling hills of Descanso, a small community-oriented town situated in eastern San Diego County that means “rest from labor” in Spanish. This move-in ready home boasts 2,072 square feet of living space, 3 bedrooms, an office, and 2.5 bathrooms. The property sits on 1.47 acres of land that backs up to the Cleveland National Forest. With plenty of space for cars and toys, this home features a large 2-car garage, RV and boat parking, as well as an attached and garaged workshop. This meticulously maintained residence has many upgrades, including a recently remodeled kitchen, luxury flooring, new carpet, and appliances, upgraded vinyl windows and sliding doors, a new AC unit, rebuilt deck(s), and a new 5000-gallon water tank. Additional features include both covered and uncovered patio spaces, a fenced-in and landscaped dog run, mature fruit trees, and beautiful nearby hiking trails. Conveniently located just minutes from the 8 freeway, this mountain retreat promises a serene lifestyle amidst breathtaking landscapes.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Fireplace(s), Propane, Zoned
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Zoned
Size2,072 sqft
Lot size1.47 Acres
Year built1989
ParkingConcrete, Door-Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
MLS #240021170SD
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceLiving Room, Primary Bedroom
ViewMeadow, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Trees/Woods

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Summary

  • MLS Number: 240021170SD
  • MLS Name: CRMLS
  • Office Name: LPT Realty,Inc
  • Office Phone: (877) 722-8085
  • Office Email: cabrokers@lptrealty.com
  • Listing Agent: Mackenzie Cartmill

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Price information

Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$278,826$3,013
2023$273,360$2,954
2022$268,001$2,996
2021$262,747$2,911
2020$260,054$2,885
2019$254,955$2,684
2018$249,957$2,684
2017$245,057$2,652

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Descanso Elementary School

Public District KG-6

0.5 mi

24842 Viejas Blvd

5

Boulder Oaks Elementary School

Public District 1-5

9.9 mi

2320 Tavern Rd

7

Shadow Hills Elementary School

Public District 1-5

11.8 mi

8770 Harbison Canyon Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $75,365. The most common annual income of people living in Descanso, CA is between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

28%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
20%
100k-200k
9%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

37%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
33%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • HuntingHunting
  • NASCARNASCAR
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • DillardsDillards
  • Dick's Sporting GoodsDick's Sporting Goods
  • Wal-MartWal-Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Texas RoadhouseTexas Roadhouse
  • Hardee'sHardee's

What do the neighbors drive?

  • CadillacCadillac
  • SubaruSubaru
  • RamRam

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
  • New CountryNew Country
  • Classic CountryClassic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 9769 River Dr

This home is located at 9769 River Dr in Descanso, CA and zip code 91916. This 2,072 square foot home, which was built in 1989, sits on a 1.47 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 6, 2024 and is currently priced at $969,000.

The inventory of homes for sale in Descanso, CA between December and January 2025 decreased by 4.5%. In January 2025, listings were on the market for 108 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $650,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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