26779 Old Highway 80Descanso, CA 91916

Single Family · 2 Beds · 1 Full Bath · 500 Sq. ft. | 0.58 Acres
$295,000 Active

26779 Old Highway 80 Overview

Time on Site:
53 days
Visits:
2

Privacy and independence! Fully off-grid cabin nestled between great oaks and a year-round stream. Property has two APNs, over half an acre: space for homesteading, animals, and projects. Built in 2015 as 500 sqft with vaulted ceilings and a loft bedroom, permit application and construction started to expand to 725 sqft with 620 sqft of decking. Downstairs consists of two living/family rooms plus a bathroom with rock/tile shower and space for composting/cassette toilet. Indoor staircase under construction. Working outhouse, with septic design for the house approved and perc test complete. Powered by a 2.3 kw solar array, fully owned, with 16-battery bank; NO ELECTRIC BILL! Two more dedicated panels for water heater. 5,000 gal water tank, water delivery available, with scanning and research completed for drilling a well. Satellite internet installed (Viasat). Everything needed for rustic living already in place, with major progress toward modernizing. Seller had to stop mid-project for personal reasons, now yours to finish. All this independence doesn't mean being off the map, though. Just minutes from the I-8 freeway, from Descanso's dining, schools, feed store, and entertainment, hardware store in Guatay, groceries and library in Pine Valley. 2.5 miles to nearest fire station. 25 mins to historic Julian, to fishing and kayaking on Lake Cuyamaca, and to views of the superblooms in Anza-Borrego State Park from Mt. Laguna. Property is priced to sell, comes with all plans for septic, well, and finishing construction, some permit fees already paid.

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26779 Old Highway 80 Facts & Features

  • Type Single Family
  • Sq. ft. 500
  • Price/Sq.ft. $590
  • Lot 0.58 Acres

Details

General

Association/HOA

  • Association: No

School Information

  • School District: Mountain Empire Unified

Building Information

  • Year Built: 2015

Location/Region

  • County Or Parish: San Diego
  • MLS Area Major: 91916 - Descanso
  • Postal City: DESCANSO

Community/Development

  • Community Features: Biking,Foothills,Hiking,Hunting,Mountainous,Near National Forest,Preserve/Public Land,Rural
  • Number Of Units In Community: 1

Rent/Lease Information

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lease Considered: No

General Information

  • Inclusions: 2.3 kw solar array and 16 batteries.
  • Listing Terms: Cash
  • Parcel Number: 4081300800
  • Property Sub Type: Cabin
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: Standard
  • Zoning: R-1:Single Fam-Residentia

Interior

Parking Information

  • Garage: No

Beds/Baths

  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Total: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2

General Information

  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Entry Location: Living room
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: No
  • Interior Features: Bedroom on Main Level,Loft
  • Laundry Features: None
  • Levels: Two
  • Living Area: 500.0
  • Living Area Source: Other
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Spa: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2

Exterior

Lot Information

  • Additional Parcels Description: 408-130-33-00
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Lot Features: No Landscaping,Rocks,Steep Slope,Trees
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.58
  • Lot Size Area: 0.58
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 25264.8
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Water Source: Private,See Remarks

Waterfront/View

    Building Exterior/Construction

    • Attached Garage: No
    • Property Attached: No

    General Information

    • Pool Features: None
    • Pool Private: No
    • Sewer: Cesspool,Perc Test On File

    26779 Old Highway 80 Neighborhood

    Community

    91916 (DESCANSO) Demographics

    55
    Median Age
    45
    Population Density (per sq. mile)
    32%
    College Educated
    $89,531
    Estimated Median Income
    562
    Estimated Total Home Owners
    55
    Estimated Total Renters
    91% / 9%
    Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
    3
    Estimated Average Household Size
    Community data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc.

    Schools

    School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.

    26779 Old Highway 80 Monthly Cost

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    * All calculations are estimates and provided by Reliance Network, for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary. ** Assumes 6.50% APR, 20% down payment, and conventional 30-year fixed rate first mortgage. Rates cited are for instructional purposes only; current rates are subject to change at any time without notice. You should not make any decisions based simply on the information provided. Additional required amounts such as taxes, insurance, homeowner association dues, assessments, mortgage insurance premiums, flood insurance or other such required payments should also be considered. Contact your mortgage company for current rates and additional information. Any mortgage broker or insurance agent that may appear is independent and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or provided by the MLS.

    26779 Old Highway 80 Market Data

    Based on the last 30 days in this zip code

    $960,983
    Average List Price
    $374
    Average Price per Square Foot
    0
    Properties Sold
    44
    Average Days on Market
    12
    Properties for Sale
    Calculations provided by Reliance Network

    26779 Old Highway 80 History

    Date Event Value Agent
    5/7/2026Source: CRMLS Added to Database
    May 07, 2026
    Listing provided courtesy of The Scola CompanySteven Marshall- MLS# NDP2604456MLS ProviderContact Information: [email protected] - 858-254-4819