$595,000
SOLD MAY 15, 2025

34678 Navajo Rd Julian, CA 92036

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,750 Sq Ft
0.25 Acres

Recently Sold

$340 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fishing
  • Lake View
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Community Lake
  • Loft

About This Home

As of May 2025

Charming Mountain Retreat with Breathtaking Views Perched in the beautiful San Diego mountains, overlooking the picturesque Lake Cuyamaca, this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers the perfect blend of comfort and natural beauty. Nestled on a quarter-acre lot, this 1,750 sq. ft. retreat is designed to capture the essence of mountain living with modern conveniences and serene surroundings. Built in 2005, the home features an open concept living area with expansive windows and sliding glass doors, filling the space with natural light and showcasing breathtaking mountain and lake views. The spacious kitchen offers ample counter and cabinet space, ideal for cooking and entertaining. Stay warm and cozy in the winter with a fireplace on each level of the home. The primary suite features a private vanity area, a large walk-in closet, and direct access to the upstairs bathroom. The downstairs bedroom is well-sized and inviting. A versatile loft area provides the perfect space for guests, a home office, or a creative retreat. Nature Lover’s Paradise. Step outside to the expansive balconies and take in the fresh mountain air, breathtaking scenery, and starry night skies. The home is just minutes from Lake Cuyamaca, a beloved destination for fishing, kayaking, and wildlife viewing. Surrounded by the Cuyamaca Rancho State Park and Cleveland National Forest, this area offers miles of scenic hiking, horseback riding, and biking trails, allowing you to immerse yourself in the beauty of towering pines, oak woodlands, and seasonal wildflowers. Prime Location! Situated just 15 minutes from Julian’s historic town center, this home offers the perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility, making it ideal as a full-time residence, vacation home, or investment property, from downtown Julian. Additional features include central heating and A/C, a storage building, and extra storage space beneath the balcony and house. Located in the Julian Union School District.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Starlene Bennin

Chameleon/Red Hawk Realty Brokerage Phone: 760-908-2546 License #01730188 Listed on: 03/17/2025

Co-Listed By

Ashlyn Windsor

Chameleon/Red Hawk Realty Brokerage Phone: 760-908-2546 License #02224221

Last Buyer's Agent

Kristen Walker

CRG Properties License #01888317

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,448

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Rural Setting
  • Back Yard
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
  • Property is zoned R-1:Single Fam-Res

Property Views

  • Lake
  • Woods
  • Mountain
  • Neighborhood

Interior Spaces

  • 1,750 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Loft
  • Workshop
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Parking

  • 4 Open Parking Spaces
  • 4 Parking Spaces

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • No Heating
  • Conventional Septic

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Tract Number 209
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2940912400

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Community Lake
  • Mountainous Community
  • Property is near a preserve or public land

Recreation

  • Fishing
  • Park
  • Horse Trails
  • Hiking Trails
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,448

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: R-1:Single Fam-Res
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 2940912400
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1750.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry Location: West Side of home, first level
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 340.00
  • Room Type: Basement, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Loft, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite, Workshop

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • View: Lake, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Trees/Woods, Water
  • Fence: No
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: No
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 4.00

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: No
  • Heating: No
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Refrigerator
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Inside, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Conventional Septic
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Horse Trails, Mountainous, Preserve/Public Land, Rural, Biking, Fishing, Hiking, Lake, Park

Schools

  • School District: Julian High School

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10890.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2500

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 0.2500 Acres
  • Number Of Units In Community: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Tract Number: 209.4

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 17, 2025
Closed on
May 1, 2025
Sold by
Raymond L Chemes Trust and Chemes Raymond L
Bought by
Portillo Matthew
Seller's Agent
Starlene Bennin
Chameleon/Red Hawk Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kristen Walker
CRG Properties
List Price
$610,000
Sold Price
$595,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-2.46%
Views
67

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
22.27%
Original Mortgage
$476,000
Outstanding Balance
$476,000
Interest Rate
6.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$129,864

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 17, 2025
Closed on
Apr 2, 2025
Sold by
Portillo Yadira N
Bought by
Portillo Matthew
Seller's Agent
Starlene Bennin
Chameleon/Red Hawk Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kristen Walker
CRG Properties
List Price
$610,000
Sold Price
$595,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-2.46%
Views
67

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$476,000
Outstanding Balance
$476,000
Interest Rate
6.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$129,864

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 23, 2007
Sold by
Tusch Don R and Tusch Doris A
Bought by
Chemes Raymond L and Raymond L Chemes Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 24, 2003
Sold by
Tusch Donald R and Tusch Doris A
Bought by
Tusch Don R and Tusch Doris A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 12, 2003
Sold by
Tusch Don R and Tusch Doris A
Bought by
Tusch Donald R and Tusch Doris A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Interest Rate
5.17%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 8, 2001
Sold by
Tusch Donald R and Tusch Doris A
Bought by
Tusch Don R and Tusch Doris A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 6, 2000
Sold by
Selleck Fred W and Colleen Selleck M
Bought by
Tusch Donald R and Tusch Doris A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$159,000
Interest Rate
7.82%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 1, 1999
Sold by
Aiken Kelman and Aiken Deanna J
Bought by
Selleck Fred W and Colleen Selleck M
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $595,000 Lawyers Title Company
Grant Deed -- Lawyers Title Company
Grant Deed $485,000 New Century Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Commonwealth Land Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $199,000 Commonwealth Land Title Co
Grant Deed $125,000 Chicago Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $476,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $160,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $160,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $159,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/15/2025 05/15/25 Sold $595,000 -0.7% $340 / Sq Ft
03/24/2025 03/24/25 Pending -- -- --
03/17/2025 03/17/25 Price Changed $599,000 -1.8% $342 / Sq Ft
03/17/2025 03/17/25 For Sale $610,000 -- $349 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2024 $5,448 $515,000 $253,000 $262,000
2023 $5,192 $490,000 $241,000 $249,000
2022 $5,090 $480,000 $237,000 $243,000
2021 $4,595 $430,000 $213,000 $217,000
2020 $4,335 $405,000 $201,000 $204,000
2019 $4,109 $380,000 $189,000 $191,000
2018 $4,001 $365,000 $182,000 $183,000
2017 $3,841 $350,000 $175,000 $175,000
2016 $3,826 $350,000 $175,000 $175,000
2015 $3,823 $350,000 $175,000 $175,000
2014 $3,814 $350,000 $175,000 $175,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: NDP2502550

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 294-091-24