1049 W 5th Ave Escondido, CA 92025
Central Escondido NeighborhoodEstimated payment $5,794/month
Highlights
- Above Ground Spa
- Solar Power System
- Cathedral Ceiling
- San Pasqual High School Rated A-
- Panoramic View
- Private Yard
About This Home
This four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath custom home, built in 1963, offers 1,986 sq. ft. on a 0.31-acre lot atop a hill in Escondido, providing privacy and sweeping views. Enjoy breathtaking sunrises, colorful evening skies, and even front-row seats to Fourth of July fireworks. The property is surrounded by mature landscaping and an abundant orchard with lemon, lime, orange, tangerine, peach, apricot, apple, cherry, plum, olive, and banana trees truly one of a kind. Inside, soaring ceilings and an open layout create a bright, inviting atmosphere. Lovingly maintained, the home is filled with warmth and opportunity for your personal touch. Energy-efficient solar adds peace of mind, while thoughtfully designed grounds expand lifestyle possibilities. The terraced yard includes multiple entertaining areas, a garden, and a chicken coop for fresh eggs and farm-to-table living. With room to relax, host, or create a private retreat, the property also offers potential for an ADU, shed, or additional sanctuary. Ample parking includes space for an RV or boat plus a convenient RV cleanout. With no HOA, you’ll enjoy the freedom to live your way. Conveniently close to shopping, dining, transit, the Sprinter, and freeway access to the 15 and 163, this Escondido gem blends charm, sustainability, and opportunity—all with skies and views you’ll never want to leave.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,739
Year Built
- Built in 1963
Lot Details
- 0.31 Acre Lot
- Partially Fenced Property
- Chain Link Fence
- Private Yard
- Property is zoned R-1:SINGLE
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Single Garage Door
Property Views
- Panoramic
- City Lights
- Mountain
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,986 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Beamed Ceilings
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Raised Hearth
- Living Room
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Electric Oven
- Built-In Range
- Dishwasher
- Tile Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Linoleum
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- Shower Only
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power System
Outdoor Features
- Above Ground Spa
- Concrete Porch or Patio
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Connected
- Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Association fees include n/k
- Southwest Escondido Subdivision
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,739 | $696,896 | $459,952 | $236,944 |
| 2024 | $7,739 | $683,233 | $450,934 | $232,299 |
| 2023 | $7,563 | $669,838 | $442,093 | $227,745 |
| 2022 | $7,481 | $656,705 | $433,425 | $223,280 |
| 2021 | $7,359 | $643,829 | $424,927 | $218,902 |
| 2020 | $6,423 | $560,000 | $366,000 | $194,000 |
| 2019 | $6,047 | $530,000 | $347,000 | $183,000 |
| 2018 | $6,013 | $530,000 | $347,000 | $183,000 |
| 2017 | $40 | $520,000 | $341,000 | $179,000 |
| 2016 | $5,448 | $480,000 | $315,000 | $165,000 |
| 2015 | $5,138 | $450,000 | $296,000 | $154,000 |
| 2014 | $4,742 | $425,000 | $280,000 | $145,000 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/03/2025 11/03/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/02/2025 10/02/25 | Price Changed | $978,000 | -2.0% | $492 / Sq Ft |
| 09/11/2025 09/11/25 | For Sale | $998,000 | -- | $503 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Stewart Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $500,000 | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Grant Deed | $345,000 | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Deed | $189,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $140,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $418,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $400,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $276,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $51,750 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $50,000 | No Value Available |
Source: San Diego MLS
MLS Number: 250038662
APN: 232-302-07
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