Seller's Agent in 2025
sam shuck
Golden Empire Realty
(619) 598-1643
1 in this area
32 Total Sales
2839 Firebrand Dr Alpine, CA 91901
4
Beds
7
Baths
4,820
Sq Ft
9.29
Acres
Highlights
- Boat Dock
- Wine Cellar
- Home Theater
- Granite Hills High School Rated A-
- 24-Hour Security
- Pebble Pool Finish
About This Home
As of December 2021Experience the extraordinary in this custom-built Southwest Pueblo-style showplace home located in the desirable Alpine community of Rancho Palo Verde. Here you’ll experience panoramic mountain and canyon views and resort-style outdoor spaces along with sophisticated interior design and warm and inviting Southwestern architectural details. Nestled on nine beautiful acres, you’ll travel along a red brick driveway composed of 100,000 hand-laid bricks then enter through the handmade front gate where you’ll find a private courtyard featuring a custom drilled boulder water feature and handmade James Hubbell-inspired front door. Inside you’ll find design details including exposed viga and latilla ceilings, Saltillo tile flooring, 10-inch thick Diamond troweled rounded plaster corner adobe wall construction, plus wood doors, windows, and cabinetry handcrafted of Honduran mahogany from the forests of Belize. Every fixture and finish has been considered for its architectural integrity and artistic value, including handmade furnishings, copper window screens, 5 custom Kiva fireplaces, object niches, and custom mosaic tile work. The spectacular kitchen features a handmade island with seated bar crafted of sculpted concrete with live edge. Built for both form and function, you’ll enjoy high-end appliances and ample workspace. Luxuriate in four bedroom retreats, each of which features an en suite bath with custom shower and its own private balcony. Incredible outdoor spaces include multiple walled terraces, indoor/outdoor surround sound, and a one-of-a-kind, solar-heated infinity pool with spa featuring a surface formed by tens of thousands of hand-laid, two-inch river rocks. Enjoy the peace of mind offered by self-sustaining features including owned solar and a private well with fully mature fruit trees. For the automotive enthusiast, there’s a two-car garage attached along with an additional three-car detached garage. This space includes additional living quarters for guests or for multi-generational households. Enjoy the privacy and serenity of a remote estate property while living just minutes from town. Why accessorize with art when you can live in it? Be sure to check out the video and 3D walk through of this home.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Golden Empire Realty License #01770819 Listed on: 11/01/2021
Last Buyer's Agent
Cody Jaffe
Cody Jaffe, Broker License #01925733
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $25,025
Year Built
- Built in 2002
Lot Details
- 9.29 Acre Lot
- Water-Smart Landscaping
- Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
- Property is zoned R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
HOA Fees
- $375 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 5 Car Attached Garage
- 10 Open Parking Spaces
- Parking Available
- Two Garage Doors
- Garage Door Opener
- Brick Driveway
- RV Potential
Property Views
- River
- Panoramic
- Bluff
- Canyon
- Creek or Stream
- Mountain
- Hills
- Valley
- Rock
Home Design
- Custom Home
- Split Level Home
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Pre-Cast Concrete Construction
Interior Spaces
- 4,820 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Wired For Sound
- Built-In Features
- Bar
- Beamed Ceilings
- High Ceiling
- Recessed Lighting
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Free Standing Fireplace
- Custom Window Coverings
- Window Screens
- Formal Entry
- Wine Cellar
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Great Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- Home Theater
- Library
- Bonus Room
- Game Room
- Storage
- Laundry Room
- Tile Flooring
- Stone Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- Retreat
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
Home Security
- Fire Sprinkler System
- Firewall
Pool
- Pebble Pool Finish
- Solar Heated In Ground Pool
- Heated Spa
- In Ground Spa
- Waterfall Pool Feature
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Underground Utilities
- Propane
- Well
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Tract Number 10878
- Assessor Parcel Number 5202712500
- $295 per year additional tax assessments
Community Details
Overview
- Rancho Palo Verde Association, Phone Number (858) 485-0881
- Community Lake
- Mountainous Community
Recreation
- Boat Dock
- Tennis Courts
- Water Sports
- Hiking Trails
- Bike Trail
Additional Features
- Clubhouse
- 24-Hour Security
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 1, 2021
Closed on
Dec 1, 2021
Sold by
Engstrand Craig S and Engstrand Carolee Ann
Bought by
Mcleod Howard and Mcleod Lynn Denise
Seller's Agent
sam shuck
Golden Empire Realty
Buyer's Agent
Cody Jaffe
Cody Jaffe, Broker
List Price
$2,100,000
Sold Price
$2,140,000
Premium/Discount to List
$40,000
1.9%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.44%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 11, 2006
Sold by
Engstrand Craig S and Engstrand Carolee Ann
Bought by
Engstrand Craig S and Engstrand Carolee Ann
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,384,200
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 13, 2005
Sold by
Engstrand Craig S and Engstrand Carolee Ann
Bought by
Engstrand Craig S and Engstrand Carolee Ann
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,387,500
Interest Rate
1%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 10, 2003
Sold by
Engstrand Craig S and Engstrand Carolee Ann
Bought by
Engstrand Craig S and Engstrand Carolee Ann
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
5.62%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 22, 1999
Sold by
Fredrickson Family Trust 12-31-69 Fredrickson and Overton Naomi W
Bought by
Engstrand Craig S and Engstrand Carolee Ann
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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 | $2,100,000 | Western Resources Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Accommodation | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | New Century Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $100,000 | Chicago Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $1,384,200 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,387,500 | Negative Amortization | |
| Previous Owner | $600,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $400,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $400,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/28/2025 08/28/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/01/2025 08/01/25 | Price Changed | $2,914,000 | -8.9% | $605 / Sq Ft |
| 07/10/2025 07/10/25 | For Sale | $3,200,000 | +49.5% | $664 / Sq Ft |
| 12/30/2021 12/30/21 | Sold | $2,140,000 | +1.9% | $444 / Sq Ft |
| 11/22/2021 11/22/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/01/2021 11/01/21 | For Sale | $2,100,000 | -- | $436 / 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 | $25,025 | $2,228,536 | $1,061,208 | $1,167,328 |
| 2024 | $25,025 | $2,184,840 | $1,040,400 | $1,144,440 |
| 2023 | $25,477 | $2,142,000 | $1,020,000 | $1,122,000 |
| 2022 | $25,310 | $2,100,000 | $1,000,000 | $1,100,000 |
| 2021 | $15,221 | $1,200,676 | $189,766 | $1,010,910 |
| 2020 | $14,496 | $1,188,366 | $187,821 | $1,000,545 |
| 2019 | $14,225 | $1,165,066 | $184,139 | $980,927 |
| 2018 | $13,924 | $1,142,223 | $180,529 | $961,694 |
| 2017 | $511 | $1,119,828 | $176,990 | $942,838 |
| 2016 | $13,175 | $1,097,871 | $173,520 | $924,351 |
| 2015 | $13,104 | $1,081,381 | $170,914 | $910,467 |
| 2014 | $12,790 | $1,060,200 | $167,567 | $892,633 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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sam shuck
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Cody Jaffe
C
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Cody Jaffe
Cody Jaffe, Broker
(415) 524-3268
1 in this area
7 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: PTP2107595
APN: 520-271-25
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