$978,000

1049 W 5th Ave, Escondido, CA 92025

4 beds |
3 baths |
1,986 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1963
0.31acre lot
2 car garage
$492/sqft
Listed 2 months ago

Property Description

This four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath custom home, built in 1963, offers 1,986 sq. ft. on a 0.31-acre lot atop a hill in Escondido, providing privacy and sweeping views. Enjoy breathtaking sunrises, colorful evening skies, and even front-row seats to Fourth of July fireworks. The property is surrounded by mature landscaping and an abundant orchard with lemon, lime, orange, tangerine, peach, apricot, apple, cherry, plum, olive, and banana trees truly one of a kind. Inside, soaring ceilings and an open layout create a bright, inviting atmosphere. Lovingly maintained, the home is filled with warmth and opportunity for your personal touch. Energy-efficient solar adds peace of mind, while thoughtfully designed grounds expand lifestyle possibilities. The terraced yard includes multiple entertaining areas, a garden, and a chicken coop for fresh eggs and farm-to-table living. With room to relax, host, or create a private retreat, the property also offers potential for an ADU, shed, or additional sanctuary. Ample parking includes space for an RV or boat plus a convenient RV cleanout. With no HOA, you’ll enjoy the freedom to live your way. Conveniently close to shopping, dining, transit, the Sprinter, and freeway access to the 15 and 163, this Escondido gem blends charm, sustainability, and opportunity—all with skies and views you’ll never want to leave.

Listing Status:: Pending
Date Added:: September 11, 2025 at 05:00AM
Listing Office:: Coldwell Banker Realty : 858-487-3333
Listing Agent:: Summer Torres : 760-855-0918
MLS ID:: 250038662SD

General: Beamed CeilingsCeiling Fan(s)Cathedral Ceiling(s)PantryTile CountersAll Bedrooms DownBedroom on Main LevelMain Level Primary
Appliances: Built-In RangeBuilt-InCounter TopDishwasherElectric OvenGas CooktopDisposalGas Water Heater
Laundry: Electric Dryer HookupGas Dryer HookupIn GarageSee Remarks
Flooring: CarpetTile
A/C: Wall/Window Unit(s)
Heating: Forced AirFireplace(s)Natural Gas
Fireplace: Dining RoomRaised HearthWood BurningFireplace

General: Above Ground
Style: See Remarks
Pool: HeatedNone
Parking: ConcreteDirect AccessDoor-SingleDrivewayGarageParking spaces: 4

Roofing: Composition
General: 1

Originating MLS: CRMLS_SAND
County: San Diego

Zoning: R-1:SINGLE2323020700
View: Mountain(s)PanoramicView
Fencing: Chain LinkPartial

Utilities: Cable AvailablePhone ConnectedSewer ConnectedWater Connected
Water: Public

Source: CRMLS_SAND

This listing courtesy of Summer Torres, Coldwell Banker Realty

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Location

Schools Nearby

Del Lago Academy - Campus of Applied Science

1740 Scenic Trails Way, Escondido, CA, 92029

Grades 9-12

1.05 miles away

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