Property Description
9874 River Dr., Descanso – 7.82-Acre Adobe Estate with untapped Potential! Discover a rare opportunity to own nearly 8 acres in the heart of Descanso’s scenic valley. This sprawling 3,837 sq. ft. adobe home, built in 1974, offers vaulted wood-beamed ceilings, idyllic valley views, and expansive living spaces ready for transformation. The single-story layout features three oversized bedrooms, a dedicated spa room (4th bedroom?), back office (next to garage), and a four-car garage. The property includes an unused well for irrigation, municipal water, and a previously permitted hay barn that could be rebuilt. Whether you dream of creating a private estate, an equestrian retreat, a workshop, or a unique Airbnb and event space, this property provides the space and setting to bring your vision to life. Pastoral landscapes, breathtaking sunsets, and a peaceful rural atmosphere define this idyllic yet accessible location—just minutes from I-8 and downtown El Cajon. This is an estate in need of renewal, offering tremendous value for those with vision and creativity. A true blank canvas, waiting for the right owner to restore its charm and unlock its potential. Priced below market; schedule a private tour today! 9874 River Dr., Descanso – 7.82-Acre Adobe Estate with untapped Potential! Discover a rare opportunity to own nearly 8 acres in the heart of Descanso’s scenic valley. This sprawling 3,837 sq. ft. adobe home, built in 1974, offers vaulted wood-beamed ceilings, idyllic valley views, and expansive living spaces ready for transformation. The single-story layout features three oversized bedrooms, a dedicated spa room (4th bedroom?), back office (next to garage), and a four-car garage. The property includes an unused well for irrigation, municipal water, and a previously permitted hay barn that could be rebuilt. Whether you dream of creating a private estate, an equestrian retreat, a workshop, or a unique Airbnb and event space, this property provides the space and setting to bring your vision to life. Pastoral landscapes, breathtaking sunsets, and a peaceful rural atmosphere define this idyllic yet accessible location—just minutes from I-8 and downtown El Cajon. This is an estate in need of renewal, offering tremendous value for those with vision and creativity. A true blank canvas, waiting for the right owner to restore its charm and unlock its potential. Priced below market; schedule a private tour today!
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TurboHome Fair Market Estimate
TurboHome Savings
$15,021
TurboHome Estimated Value
$925,700
$241 sqft
High Valuation
$971,985
$253/sqft
Normal Valuation
$925,700
$241/sqft
Low Valuation
$879,415
$229/sqft
3rd Party Estimates
Source | $/sqft | Valuation |
---|---|---|
HouseCanary | $241/sqft | $925,700 |
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Neighborhood: Descanso
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Comparative Value
$850K
$990K
9874 River Dr, Descanso, CA 91916
List Price: $850,000
Subject Property
9874 River Dr, Descanso, CA 91916
Sale Price: $850,000
Selected Comparable
10525 Boulder Creek Rd, Descanso, CA 91916
Sale Price: $990,000
Selected Comparable
Neighborhood Comps
Subject Property
SUBJECT9874 River Dr, Descanso, CA 91916
List: $850,000
Listed: 3/19/2025
Area:3,837 sqft
Price/sqft:$222
Beds:3
Baths:3
Year Built:—
Lot Size:340,639
Comparable Properties
COMPARABLEChoose comps
9874 River Dr, Descanso, CA 91916
Sale: $850,000
4/25/2025 • 0.00 mi
Area:3,837 sqft
Price/sqft:$222
Beds:3
Baths:3
Year Built:—
Weight:60.3%
10525 Boulder Creek Rd, Descanso, CA 91916
Sale: $990,000
3/18/2025 • 1.38 mi
Area:3,153 sqft
Price/sqft:$314
Beds:3
Baths:2
Year Built:—
Weight:39.7%
Subject Property
SUBJECTImage | Address | List Price | sqft | Price/sqft | Lot Size | Distance | List Date | Beds | Baths | Year Built | Weight |
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9874 River Dr, Descanso, CA 91916 | $850,000 | 3,837 | $222 | 340,639 | — | 3/19/2025 | 3 | 3 | — | — |
Comparable Properties
COMPARABLEChoose comps
Image | Address | Sale Price | sqft | Price/sqft | Lot Size | Distance | Sale Date | Beds | Baths | Year Built | Weight |
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9874 River Dr, Descanso, CA 91916 | $850,000 | 3,837 | $222 | 340,639 | 0.00 mi | 4/25/2025 | 3 | 3 | — | 60.3% | |
10525 Boulder Creek Rd, Descanso, CA 91916 | $990,000 | 3,153 | $314 | 332,362.8 | 1.38 mi | 3/18/2025 | 3 | 2 | — | 39.7% |
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