$1,800,000

4026 Highway 78 Julian, CA 92036

Estimated payment $10,128/month

Total Views 4,752
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,542 Sq Ft
$708 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Detached Guest House
  • 18.01 Acre Lot
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Covered RV Parking
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Private Yard

About This Home

Nestled in the picturesque and highly desirable Wynola/Julian area, Rancho La Patrona is a beautifully updated horse property that offers a rare combination of rustic charm, modern comfort, and wide-open space. Set on 18 usable, flat acres, this unique estate features a 3-bedroom, 2-bath main house full of warm, inviting updates, alongside a 1bed/1bath guest house—perfect for visitors, extended family, or potential rental income. Equestrian enthusiasts will appreciate the vintage barn, expansive acreage, and room to roam, ride, or expand. The topography is ideal for horses, gardening, or simply soaking in the natural beauty of the surrounding hills. Whether you're looking for a peaceful weekend retreat, a full-time rural escape, or an income-generating opportunity, this property offers the perfect blend of charm, function, and space—all just minutes from the shops, restaurants, and small-town appeal of Julian. This stunning location is a short drive to Mount Laguna, Lake Cuyamaca, Volcan Mountain and Anza Borrego State Park. The Wynola area is known for orchards, picturesque vistas and larger parcels. This property features old wagons, an old fruit packing shed, vintage equipment, and a newer Kubota tractor to help get the chores done around the place.

Listing Agent

Allison Pettross

eXp Realty of Southern California, Inc. License #01934854 Listed on: 06/23/2025

eXp Realty of Southern California, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,452

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 18.01 Acre Lot
  • Gated Home
  • Cross Fenced
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wire Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Private Yard
  • Property is zoned AGRICULTUR

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Covered RV Parking

Home Design

  • Spanish Tile Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 2,542 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Workshop
  • Storage Room

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Propane Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Shed

Additional Homes

  • Detached Guest House
  • Fireplace in Guest House
  • 624 SF Accessory Dwelling Unit
  • Number of ADU Units: 1
  • ADU built in 1979
  • ADU includes 1 Bedroom and 1 Bathroom
  • Kitchen Sink
  • Stove
  • Separate access to accessory dwelling unit
  • Entrance to ADU on street level
  • ADU includes parking

Schools

  • Julian Union School District Elementary And Middle School
  • Julian Union High School District

Utilities

  • Pellet Stove burns compressed wood to generate heat
  • Well
  • Septic System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 248-180-28-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,452

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Market Area: North County
  • Cross Street: Calico Ranch Rd.
  • Neighborhood: Wynola
  • Supplement: This stunning location is a short drive to Mount Laguna, Lake Cuyamaca, Volcan Mountain and Anza Borrego State Park. The Wynola area is known for orchards, picturesque vistas and larger parcels. This property features old wagons, an old fruit packing shed, vintage equipment, and a newer Kubota tractor to help get the chores done around the place.
  • Estimated Living Space: 2,000 to 2,499 SqFt
  • LP / Sq Ft: 708.1
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 708.1
  • Stories: 1 Story
  • Stories In Building: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1979
  • A D U Access Type1: Separate
  • A D U Bath Full1: 1
  • A D U Building Type1: Detached
  • A D U Kitchen Features1: Stove, Refrigerator, Sink
  • A D U Main Entry Floor1: Ground
  • A D U Meter1: Main
  • A D U Occupied1: No
  • A D U Parking Y N1: Yes
  • A D U S Q F T1: 624.0
  • A D U Sq Ft Source1: Estimated
  • A D U Type1: Standard
  • A D U Year Built1: 1979
  • A D U Year Built Source1: See Remarks
  • A D U Yes No: Yes
  • Allow Comments Review: Yes
  • Internet Address Field: Full Address
  • Internet Syndication Y N: Yes
  • Keyword1: 1
  • Number Of A D U Bedrooms1: 1
  • Number Of A D U Units: 1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Refrigerator, Shed(s), Washer, Propane Cooking
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Fireplace: Fp In Living Room, Fp In Master Br, Guest House, Pellet Stove, Wood Stove Insert, Wood
  • Searchable Rooms: Bedroom Entry Level, MBR Entry Level, Storage Room, Workshop, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 17x15
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2542
  • Total Bathrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Stucco
  • Fencing: Cross Fencing, Full, Gate, Wire, Chain Link
  • Roof: Spanish Tile
  • Exclusive Use Yard: Yes
  • Frontage Dimensions in Feet: 907
  • Guest House Sq Ft: 624

Garage/Parking

  • Parking for RV: Covered
  • Garage Details: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Non Garage Parking: Driveway
  • Garage Spaces: 6
  • Parking Spaces Total: 8

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Laundry Utilities: Electric, Propane, Gas & Electric Dryer HU
  • Sewer/Septic: Septic Installed
  • Water: Well
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit, Pellet/Wood Burning Stove
  • Heating Fuel: Pellets, Propane, Wood

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Community: JULIAN

Schools

  • School District URL: http://www.sdcoe.k12.ca.us/districts/julianel/
  • Elementary School: Julian Union School District
  • Elementary School Website: http://www.juhsd.org/
  • High School: Julian Union High School District
  • Middle School Url: http://www.juhsd.org/
  • Middle School: Julian Union School District

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 10+ to 20 AC
  • Topography: Level
  • Zoning: AGRICULTUR
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 248-180-28-00
  • Animal Designation Code: L
  • Land Use Code: A70
  • Estimated Lot Dimensions: 907x831x992x834
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 784515
  • Estimated Number of Acres: 18.01
  • Map Code Column: F
  • Map Code Page: 1135
  • Map Code Row: 6

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Source: Public Records

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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
2025 $6,452 $600,918 $360,551 $240,367
2024 $6,452 $589,136 $353,482 $235,654
2023 $6,337 $577,585 $346,551 $231,034
2022 $6,241 $555,158 $333,095 $222,063
2021 $6,157 $555,158 $333,095 $222,063
2020 $6,087 $549,467 $329,680 $219,787
2019 $5,982 $538,694 $323,216 $215,478
2018 $5,901 $528,132 $316,879 $211,253
2017 $5,768 $517,777 $310,666 $207,111
2016 $5,650 $507,625 $304,575 $203,050
2015 $6,100 $550,000 $344,000 $206,000
2014 $5,348 $488,000 $300,000 $188,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/23/2025 06/23/25 For Sale $1,800,000 -- $708 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- Rodriguez Alejandra
Grant Deed $500,000 Fidelity National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed $433,000 --
Deed $355,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $375,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $637,500 Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 250031430

San Diego MLS

APN: 248-180-28