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Seller's Agent in 2025
Kajsa Bushman
Grand Oak Realty
(949) 481-6358
4 in this area
11 Total Sales
20245 Paseo Montana Murrieta, CA 92562
La Cresta Neighborhood
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,168
Sq Ft
4.47
Acres
Highlights
- Horse Property Unimproved
- RV Access or Parking
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Cole Canyon Elementary School Rated A-
- Solar Power System
- Auto Driveway Gate
About This Home
As of August 2025Experience the serenity of country living in the prestigious, nature-rich community of La Cresta on the Santa Rosa Plateau. Tucked behind a private gate and perched atop a winding, tree-lined driveway, this elegant single-level custom home offers sweeping mountain and valley views and over 4.5 acres of privacy, beauty, and potential.
With nearly 3,200 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, it features three spacious bedrooms—including a luxurious primary suite with spa-style bath and large walk-in closet—plus flexibility for a fourth bedroom. Enjoy formal living and dining rooms, an open-concept kitchen and great room, and a sprawling covered patio ideal for entertaining or soaking in the views. The elevated homesite offers ample space for expansion—with room for a pool, guest house, workshop, or equestrian amenities. A flourishing grove of 700 meticulously maintained pomegranate trees is nourished by a water-efficient drip irrigation system. With vibrant spring blooms and autumn fruit, the grove also provides a scenic, low-maintenance landscape. There’s room to plant a vineyard, expand the orchard, or grow your own garden or farm-to-table experience.
Inside, you’ll find tall ceilings, three fireplaces, and a gourmet kitchen with elegant stone countertops, a large center island, built-in refrigerator/freezer with wine cooler, and a bright, open layout. The home is powered by a fully paid 24-panel solar array that offsets energy use and includes newer dual-zone HVAC for efficiency. The three-car garage offers easy access and ample parking for guests, equipment, or recreational vehicles.
La Cresta isn’t just a location—it’s a lifestyle. Residents enjoy a vibrant, close-knit community with local events, informal gatherings, and access to thousands of preserved acres in the Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve and Cleveland National Forest. Served by the highly regarded Murrieta Valley Unified School District, the area offers activities for children including nature programs, riding lessons, and family-friendly events—perfect for retirees, families, equestrians, and outdoor enthusiasts.
Just minutes from shops, restaurants, medical facilities, and freeway access in Murrieta, this property offers the perfect blend of peaceful seclusion and everyday convenience. Come home to La Cresta—where space, serenity, and natural beauty create the perfect backdrop for your next chapter.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Grand Oak Realty Brokerage Phone: 951-414-5515 License #02098531 Listed on: 06/15/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,143
Year Built
- Built in 2003
Lot Details
- 4.47 Acre Lot
- Property fronts a county road
- Northeast Facing Home
- Masonry wall
- Split Rail Fence
- Stone Wall
- Vinyl Fence
- Landscaped
- Secluded Lot
- Irregular Lot
- Garden
- Back Yard
- Property is zoned R-A-5
HOA Fees
- $85 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 4 Car Direct Access Garage
- 8 Open Parking Spaces
- 4 Carport Spaces
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway Up Slope From Street
- Auto Driveway Gate
- RV Access or Parking
- Controlled Entrance
Property Views
- Panoramic
- Vineyard
- Mountain
- Hills
- Valley
Home Design
- Custom Home
- Traditional Architecture
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Turnkey
- Slab Foundation
- Fire Rated Drywall
- Frame Construction
- Tile Roof
- Copper Plumbing
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 3,168 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- See Through Fireplace
- Propane Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Plantation Shutters
- Window Screens
- Double Door Entry
- French Doors
- Panel Doors
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Open to Family Room
- Breakfast Bar
- Walk-In Pantry
- Propane Oven
- Six Burner Stove
- Free-Standing Range
- Propane Range
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Retreat
- 4 Main Level Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Fireplace in Bathroom
- Granite Bathroom Countertops
- Stone Bathroom Countertops
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Propane Dryer Hookup
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Accessible Home Design
- No Interior Steps
- More Than Two Accessible Exits
- Entry Slope Less Than 1 Foot
Eco-Friendly Details
- Grid-tied solar system exports excess electricity
- Solar Power System
- Solar owned by seller
Utilities
- Two cooling system units
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Underground Utilities
- Natural Gas Not Available
- Propane Water Heater
- Conventional Septic
Additional Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Horse Property Unimproved
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 2
- Tax Tract Number 25495
- Assessor Parcel Number 928130009
- $933 per year additional tax assessments
Community Details
Overview
- La Cresta Poa, Phone Number (951) 699-2918
- Powerstone HOA
- Near a National Forest
- Mountainous Community
- Property is near a preserve or public land
Recreation
- Horse Trails
- Hiking Trails
- Bike Trail
Security
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 15, 2025
Closed on
Jul 15, 2025
Sold by
Strike Wendell L and Strike Wendell Leroy
Bought by
Chen Frank
Seller's Agent
Kajsa Bushman
Grand Oak Realty
Buyer's Agent
Crystal Chen
Crystal Real Estate
List Price
$1,450,000
Sold Price
$1,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$150,000
-10.34%
Views
25
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
261.61%
Original Mortgage
$780,000
Outstanding Balance
$779,318
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$661,479
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 27, 2021
Sold by
Strike Wendell L
Bought by
Strike Wendell L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,148,400
Interest Rate
2.82%
Mortgage Type
Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 15, 2011
Closed on
Jan 3, 2012
Sold by
Bank Of America Na
Bought by
Strike Wendell L and Strike Linda E
Seller's Agent
Anthony Alleva
NON-MEMBER/NBA or BTERM OFFICE
Buyer's Agent
Anne Sturm
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$499,900
Sold Price
$500,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.02%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.11%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 26, 2011
Sold by
Lewis Richard
Bought by
U S Bank National Association
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 23, 2003
Sold by
Regus John and Regus Johanna
Bought by
Lewis Richard
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$551,200
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 11, 2002
Sold by
Regus John and Regus Johanna
Bought by
Regus John and Regus Johanna
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$385,000
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 20, 2002
Sold by
Regus John U and Regus Heather M
Bought by
Regus John and Regus Johanna
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$385,000
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 21, 2002
Sold by
Koppes Steven B and Koppes Karen J
Bought by
Regus John and Regus Johanna
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 26, 2000
Sold by
Foothill Capital Corp
Bought by
Koppes Steven B and Koppes Karen J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$69,600
Interest Rate
8.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,300,000 | First American Title Insurance | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Wfg National Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $500,000 | Servicelink | |
| Trustee Deed | $532,500 | Landsafe Title | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Fidelity Natl Title Ins Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title Ins | |
| Grant Deed | $114,000 | United Title | |
| Corporate Deed | $116,000 | Northern Counties Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $780,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,456,200 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $1,148,400 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $1,089,787 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $116,365 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $925,000 | Negative Amortization | |
| Previous Owner | $900,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $551,200 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $385,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $69,600 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/19/2025 08/19/25 | Sold | $1,300,000 | -10.3% | $410 / Sq Ft |
| 06/30/2025 06/30/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/15/2025 06/15/25 | For Sale | $1,450,000 | +190.0% | $458 / Sq Ft |
| 02/21/2012 02/21/12 | Sold | $500,000 | 0.0% | $158 / Sq Ft |
| 12/27/2011 12/27/11 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/15/2011 12/15/11 | For Sale | $499,900 | -- | $158 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $8,143 | $628,013 | $119,316 | $508,697 |
| 2023 | $8,143 | $603,629 | $114,684 | $488,945 |
| 2022 | $7,646 | $591,794 | $112,436 | $479,358 |
| 2021 | $7,503 | $580,191 | $110,232 | $469,959 |
| 2020 | $7,429 | $574,243 | $109,102 | $465,141 |
| 2019 | $7,290 | $562,984 | $106,963 | $456,021 |
| 2018 | $7,154 | $551,946 | $104,867 | $447,079 |
| 2017 | $7,056 | $541,124 | $102,811 | $438,313 |
| 2016 | $6,962 | $530,515 | $100,796 | $429,719 |
| 2015 | $6,888 | $522,548 | $99,283 | $423,265 |
| 2014 | $6,586 | $512,314 | $97,339 | $414,975 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Kajsa Bushman
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Dan Bushman
D
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Dan Bushman
Grand Oak Realty
(949) 481-6358
3 in this area
8 Total Sales
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Crystal Chen
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Crystal Chen
Crystal Real Estate
(310) 779-6068
1 in this area
49 Total Sales
-
A
Seller's Agent in 2012
Anthony Alleva
NON-MEMBER/NBA or BTERM OFFICE
-
A
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Anne Sturm
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: SW25134039
APN: 928-130-009
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