20625 Sierra Elena Murrieta, CA 92562
La Cresta NeighborhoodEstimated payment $11,988/month
Total Views
17,437
4
Beds
8
Baths
4,452
Sq Ft
$426
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Ocean View
- Detached Guest House
- Horse Property
- Cole Canyon Elementary School Rated A-
- Barn
- In Ground Pool
About This Home
15-ACRE EXTREMELY PRIVATE FULLY RENOVATED EQUESTRIAN RANCH IN TENAJA WITH NO HOA (Tenaja is a CSD)! Even though it is just minutes to town, you will feel worlds away at this private sanctuary on the Santa Rosa Plateau, adjacent to La Cresta. Conveniently located off Ave La Cresta, a long driveway leads you past mature ancient oak trees & paid-for solar array (with back-up battery walls) to the mostly single-story home w/pool (new salt system & pumps), fruit & shade trees & panoramic view of the Ecological Reserve. It is simply magical! Inside the newly reroofed 4452 sf home is a masterpiece of renovation, including new flooring, a beautifully remodeled chefs’ kitchen (new Thor appliances) & family room w/dramatic fireplace, custom cabinetry & soaring ceiling. Past the kitchen find a laundry room, half bath & adorable dog wash. Also downstairs is the formal dining room w/hand-painted floor, living/game room w/fireplace, large office with its own bathroom (could easily become another bedroom!) & spa-inspired primary suite, w/its own fireplace, ensuite bathroom w/dramatic copper soaking tub & 2 sinks, large walk-in shower & stunning views. Directly outside is the private spa garden w/hot tub, outdoor shower & fruit tree privacy screen. Upstairs are the guest quarters w/bonus living room, 2 ensuite bedrooms & a stunning shower w/surprising “bird’s eye” views of the Plateau. The attached garage includes RV space, 50-amp outlet, septic clean-out & spacious finished walk-up attic. …Explore the grounds and find a massive ocean-view pad – perfect for future ADU. Continue your tour to the: 120’x100’ arena; 60’ round pen; 60’x 20’ workshop; 4-stall barn w/paddocks, tack & wash rack; hay barn; 2 additional 24’x24’ covered pens; 3 pastures; chicken coop; seasonal stream & pond. And for your guests – an adorable 1-bedroom apartment w/kitchen, bath, cozy living room & an epic, unobstructed view of the Santa Rosa Plateau Nature Reserve. This is a very special place - Come experience it! ***** 5-acre minimum parcels (10-acre min in SR West), just minutes to schools, restaurants, hospitals, grocery stores, 15 Fwy & Temecula Wine Country. Enjoy this peaceful ranch community w/no commercial businesses, robust social activities, miles of private community trails & 1000s of acres of Ecological Reserve…All less than 1.5 hours from LA, SD, OC, Palm Springs & Big Bear. Discover the country, yet convenient, lifestyle of La Cresta, Tenaja & the Communities of the Santa Rosa Plateau!
Listing Agent
Allison James Estates & Homes Brokerage Phone: 951-837-1650 License #01499934 Listed on: 11/09/2024
Co-Listing Agent
Allison James Estates & Homes Brokerage Phone: 951-837-1650 License #01785418
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $19,763
Year Built
- Built in 1997 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 15.3 Acre Lot
- Rural Setting
- Property is zoned R-A-10
Parking
- 3 Car Direct Access Garage
- 20 Open Parking Spaces
- Parking Available
- Front Facing Garage
- Driveway Up Slope From Street
- Gated Parking
- RV Garage
Property Views
- Ocean
- Panoramic
- City Lights
- Woods
- Canyon
- Vineyard
- Pasture
- Mountain
- Hills
- Meadow
- Valley
- Neighborhood
- Rock
Home Design
- Custom Home
Interior Spaces
- 4,452 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Built-In Features
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Formal Entry
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Great Room
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Home Office
- Workshop
- Storage
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Breakfast Bar
- Propane Oven
- Built-In Range
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom Retreat
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Upgraded Bathroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Stone Bathroom Countertops
- Makeup or Vanity Space
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Soaking Tub
- Walk-in Shower
Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Saltwater Pool
- Above Ground Spa
Outdoor Features
- Horse Property
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
- Shed
- Outbuilding
Schools
- Cole Canyon Elementary School
- Thompson Middle School
- Murrieta Valley High School
Farming
- Barn
- Agricultural
- Pasture
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Propane
- Conventional Septic
Additional Features
- Detached Guest House
- Horse Property Improved
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 1
- Tax Tract Number 1
- Assessor Parcel Number 931400006
- $4,499 per year additional tax assessments
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Near a National Forest
- Mountainous Community
- Property is near a preserve or public land
Recreation
- Horse Trails
- Hiking Trails
- Bike Trail
Map
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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 | $19,763 | $1,420,550 | $532,705 | $887,845 |
| 2023 | $19,763 | $1,365,390 | $512,020 | $853,370 |
| 2022 | $19,550 | $1,338,619 | $501,981 | $836,638 |
| 2021 | $19,152 | $1,312,373 | $492,139 | $820,234 |
| 2020 | $18,957 | $1,298,917 | $487,093 | $811,824 |
| 2019 | $18,610 | $1,273,449 | $477,543 | $795,906 |
| 2018 | $18,280 | $1,248,480 | $468,180 | $780,300 |
| 2017 | $18,085 | $1,224,000 | $459,000 | $765,000 |
| 2016 | $17,842 | $1,200,000 | $450,000 | $750,000 |
| 2015 | $9,624 | $622,729 | $145,862 | $476,867 |
| 2014 | $9,249 | $610,532 | $143,005 | $467,527 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/13/2025 05/13/25 | Price Changed | $1,898,000 | -2.9% | $426 / Sq Ft |
| 02/26/2025 02/26/25 | Price Changed | $1,955,000 | -1.0% | $439 / Sq Ft |
| 01/07/2025 01/07/25 | Price Changed | $1,975,000 | -1.0% | $444 / Sq Ft |
| 11/19/2024 11/19/24 | For Sale | $1,995,000 | 0.0% | $448 / Sq Ft |
| 11/11/2024 11/11/24 | Off Market | $1,995,000 | -- | -- |
| 11/09/2024 11/09/24 | For Sale | $1,995,000 | +66.3% | $448 / Sq Ft |
| 12/28/2015 12/28/15 | Sold | $1,200,000 | -4.0% | $270 / Sq Ft |
| 11/02/2015 11/02/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/02/2015 04/02/15 | For Sale | $1,250,000 | -- | $281 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Commonwealth Land Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Commonwealth Land Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Accommodation | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Accommodation | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $182,500 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $200,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $400,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Similar Homes in Murrieta, CA
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: SW24207281
APN: 931-400-006
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