$900,000
SOLD MAY 21, 2026

9018 Vernal Ln Descanso, CA 91916

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,518 Sq Ft
7.85 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 21, 2026

$357 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

0 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Horse Facilities
  • RV Access or Parking
  • 341,946 Sq Ft lot
  • Barn or Stable
  • Panoramic View
  • A-Frame, Dome or Log Home

About This Home

As of May 2026

First time on the market in decades! Formerly known as Fracchiolla Ranch, this exceptional 7.85 acre property in the heart of Descanso offers a rare opportunity to own a sprawling estate. Backing up to the Cleveland National Forest, the property offers immediate access to hiking and horse trails, creating a seamless connection to nature. With mature oak trees, rolling pastures, and panoramic views, the land exudes a tranquil connection with nature.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Glen Henderson

LPT Realty, Inc License #01384181 Listed on: 10/07/2025

LPT Realty, Inc

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Gorence

Heritage Re David Waitley Co B License #02150431

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1964 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 7.85 Acre Lot
  • Private Streets
  • Gated Home
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Sprinkler System
  • Private Yard
  • Property is zoned SEMI-RURAL

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • RV Access or Parking

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • A-Frame, Dome or Log Home
  • Turnkey
  • Rolled or Hot Mop Roof
  • Concrete Roof
  • Lap Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2,518 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Bonus Room
  • Workshop
  • Storage Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Outdoor Features

  • Shed
  • Outbuilding
  • Awning

Additional Homes

  • Number of ADU Units: 1
  • Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Horses Allowed On Property
  • Corral
  • Barn or Stable
  • Riding Ring

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Pellet Stove burns compressed wood to generate heat
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Well
  • Tankless Water Heater

Additional Features

  • No Interior Steps
  • Livestock Allowed

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include n/k
  • Descanso Subdivision

Recreation

  • Horse Facilities
  • Horse Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1964 | Remodeled

Lot Details

7.85 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architectural Style: A-Frame/Dome/Log
  • Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
  • Accessibility Features: No Interior Steps
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Unit Levels: 3 Story
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Community Features: N/K
  • Frontage: N/K
  • SpaFeatures: N/K
  • Association Fee Frequency: N/K
  • Association Fee Inclusions: N/K
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 993136
  • Subdivision Name: DESCANSO
  • Directions: From the I-8: Exit onto Japatul Valley Road / CA-79 N and head North. Continue on the CA-79 North. Left onto Riverside Drive. Left on Vernal Lane. Slight right to Stay on Vernal Lane. Property will be straight ahead.
  • Living Area: 2518.0
  • FeedTypes: IDX
  • RFModificationTimestamp: 2026-05-28T22:49:04Z
  • ADU_YesNo: Yes
  • AgeRestrictions: N/K
  • CFDMelloRoosFeeReflct: None Known
  • Elevator: No
  • ExclusiveUseYard: Yes
  • FullAddress: 9018 Vernal Ln
  • Miscellaneous: Horse Allowed, Horse Facilities, Horse Trails, Livestock Allowed, Riding/Stables
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ShortSale: No
  • Site: Private Street, Street Paved
  • Structures: Agricultural Bldg, Barn Stables, Corral/Arena, Out Buildings, Shed
  • SupplementRemarks: The main residence is a beautifully renovated A-frame home, recently taken down to the studs and thoughtfully rebuilt. Offering 2,518 square feet across the top two levels, this spacious home features four bedrooms, an optional fifth, and two full bathrooms. The ground level includes an additional 764 square feet of flexible space that has served as a ranch office, storage, and laundry area, and an attached 2-car garage. Just behind the main house is a 400-square-foot, 1 bed, 1 bath guest home - ideal for guests, extended family, or a caretaker.
  • WaterHeaterType: Tankless
  • SDMLS_NumofADUUnits: 1.0
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace Features: FP in Living Room, Pellet Stove
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Full, Gate
  • Roof: Concrete, Rolled/Hot Mop
  • View: Mountains/Hills, Panoramic
  • Pool Features: N/K
  • Common Walls: Detached
  • Construction Type: Lap Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Awning/Porch Covered

Garage/Parking

  • Garaged Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Total Parking Spaces: 22.0
  • SDMLS_ParkingNonGaraged: 20.0
  • SDMLS_RV_Parking: On-Site Parking

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Laundry Features: Other/Remarks
  • Water Source: Well on Property
  • HeatSource: Propane

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Mountain Empire Unified School D

Lot Info

  • Zoning: SEMI-RURAL
  • Other Structures: Detached
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 341946.0

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 7, 2025
Closed on
May 6, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Glen Henderson
LPT Realty, Inc
Buyer's Agent
Michael Gorence
Heritage Re David Waitley Co B
List Price
$950,000
Sold Price
$900,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-5.26%
Views
28

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.40%
Original Mortgage
$832,750
Outstanding Balance
$831,202
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$92,201
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $900,000 Lawyers Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $832,750 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/21/2026 05/21/26 Sold $900,000 -5.3% $357 / Sq Ft
10/07/2025 10/07/25 Pending -- -- --
10/07/2025 10/07/25 For Sale $950,000 -- $377 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

Tax History

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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 $1,048 $97,483 $33,750 $63,733
2024 $1,025 $95,573 $33,089 $62,484
2023 $1,004 $93,700 $32,441 $61,259
2022 $1,016 $91,863 $31,805 $60,058
2021 $1,065 $90,063 $31,182 $58,881
2020 $1,056 $89,141 $30,863 $58,278
2019 $962 $87,394 $30,258 $57,136
2018 $911 $85,681 $29,665 $56,016
2017 $898 $84,002 $29,084 $54,918
2016 $873 $82,356 $28,514 $53,842
2015 $863 $81,120 $28,086 $53,034
2014 $846 $79,532 $27,536 $51,996
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 250041006

San Diego MLS

APN: 405-251-14

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