$938,031Average Value$488Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
Rugged homes and properties just outside of San Diego
Across its blanket of mountain vistas, Harbison Canyon holds a range of rural properties just northeast of San Diego. It’s also known for its highly rated schools and proximity to stunning California wilderness. Gregg Phillipson, Realtor with Keller Williams Realty who has sold homes in the area for more than 30 years, says, “Harbison Canyon is very private, very rural. It’s the outback of San Diego while being close to the city. And because it’s not a planned development, there’s a big range of property and lot sizes in Harbison Canyon. You’ll see everything from small ranch-style homes on a quarter-acre to custom multi-million-dollar homes on 10 acres.”
Homes in Harbison Canyon often have sweeping views.
Wildflowers in Crestridge Ecological Reserve in Harbison Canyon.
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A mix of rural ranches, contemporary mountain homes and custom estates
In rural residential Harbison Canyon, residents can find acres of wilderness on which to build for under $200,000, or charming 1930s country-ranch-style homes that have been completely remodeled for around $750,000. Buyers will also find newer builds from the late 2000s with natural-hue stucco exteriors and sweeping backyard mountain views. Contemporary homes built in 2019 or later tend to have a Spanish Colonial flair and cost around $800,000. Buyers will also find custom estates with amenities like private solar fields and resort-style infinity pools that go for closer to $1.5 million.
Homes with spanish tiles roofs are found in the north end of Harbison Canyon.
Custom homes with large lots are found at higher elevations in Harbison Canyon.
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Close to Crestridge Ecological Reserve
One of Harbison Canyon’s best assets is its miles of hiking trails through Crestridge Ecological Reserve, which have entry points on residential streets. From the south side of the neighborhood, residents can trek to a visitor center to learn about the reserve’s flora and fauna. This 2,800-acre span connects the Lakeside Ecological Reserve to San Diego Wildlife National Refuge. Residents can expect to spot eagles or Cooper’s hawks across the open sky or possibly glimpse coyotes or deer. Residents can follow trails northwest to the 40-acre Flinn Springs County Park to relax, picnic on the law or play at the playground and ball fields.
A child runs past the visitor center at Crestridge Ecological Reserve in Harbison Canyon.
A woman and her dog walk through Crestridge Ecological Reserve in Harbison Canyon.
A look at the entrance to Crestridge Ecological Reserve in Harbison Canyon.
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Residents are just 10 miles from El Cajon amenities
Locals love Mary Etta’s country-style café right beside Flinn Springs County Park for everything from coffee to a quick bite to cocktails and comfort food. Residents can also stop in for burritos and tacos at Rosarito’s Mexican Food or Texas-style barbecue at Grand Ole BBQ Flinn Springs. Residents don’t typically mind driving short distances to expand their shopping and dining choices. There are convenience foods at the small Rainbow Farms Market in Crest and an Albertson’s to fulfill larger grocery runs just 6 miles west. “And while you don’t have malls or fancy restaurants within Harbison Canyon,” says Phillipson. “You can drive just up the road to Alpine or Rancho San Diego for cafes or groceries, or shop at the Parkway Plaza mall in El Cajon less than 10 miles west. It’s country living, but everything you need is close by.”
Mary Etta's Restaurant in Harbison Canyon Neighborhood
Grand Ole BBQ is a favorite for great food, beer, and live music in Harbison Canyon.
Harbison Canyon has many food options nearby such as Rosarito's Mexican Food.
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Students attend Cajon Valley Union School District
For the community’s youngest students, school options included either Crest, Rios or Shadow Hills Elementary, all of which have an overall B grade on Niche. Students then move on to Los Coches Creek Middle, which has an overall B-plus on Niche. Older students attend Granite Hills High School, which has an overall A-minus on Niche. Granite Hills High boasts a championship wrestling team, and a new $7 million performing arts center, named The Boz in honor of director Barry Bosworth who directed the Eagle Theatre program for 30 years.
Shadow Hills Elementary School is home to the Hawks!
An entrance view of Los Coches Creek Middle School in El Cajon.
Granite Hills High offers an outstanding education to its students.
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Easy access to I-8 and beyond
Interstate 8 borders the northern border of the community, offering ease of travel to San Diego's major employers, dining, retail and entertainment. Mountain View Road also connects residents to the nearby communities of Crest and El Cajon. When residents need to travel outside the San Diego area, they’re just about 35 miles from San Diego International Airport. While city amenities are still convenient, Harbinson Canyon offers space and serenity in San Diego’s outback.
A view of the 8 Freeway at Harbison Canyon.
Harbison Canyon residents can shop at Albertsons nearby.
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Assault with Weapon
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Harbison Canyon Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Harbison Canyon, Crest sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Harbison Canyon, Crest over the last 12 months is $789,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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