For Sale: 20780 Fortuna Del Norte, Escondido, CA 92029. 8-bedroom 6-bath, 5581 sf, 1995 Elfin Forest $4,200,000 begin new search
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Overview

Set atop a quiet hillside in the Elfin Forest community of San Diego, this gated California Mediterranean style estate is situated on 2.5 gently sloped acres and offers broad views over surrounding natural open space and the region beyond, creating a private estate setting. The property overlooks miles of protected coastal chaparral & the trail system of Sage Hill Nature Reserve, contributing to preserved surroundings and limiting neighboring development. The home enjoys an elevated outlook spanning a wide portion of San Diego, with distant views of the La Jolla are skyline. The setting provides an expansive perspective over the preserved land and surrounding communities. The estate includes a heated swimming pool, a lighted tennis court, lawn areas, a playground structure and mature landscaping throughout the grounds. The property also features a variety of established citrus trees. With its acreage, layout and access, the property also offers potential equestrian use. Located approximately 8 minutes from the shops, dining and services of San Elijo Village and within a resonable driving distance to North County beaches, The property is also located within the attendance area of the Roger Rowe K-8 public school district of Rancho Santa Fe. This property presents a rare opportunity for a gated estate with acreage, views and immediate proximity to designated open space in one of North County's most majsetic and sought after hillside communities.

Address 20780 Fortuna Del Norte

Escondido, CA 92029
Listing Status Active
Asking Price $4,200,000
Original Listing $4,200,000 @ 2026-02-07
Rooms
Attic, Center Hall, Converted Bedroom, Entry, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Walk-In Closet
Square Footage 5581 sf
Bedrooms 8
Full Bathrooms 6
Location
Directions GPS will offer several routes from the Coast or from Inland EXCEPT through Olivenhain. From Rancho Santa Fe/Olivenhain: Rancho Santa Fe Rd to Lone Jack Rd, RIGHT on Fortuna Ranch Road, LEFT on Rancho Summit Rd then IMMEDIATE RIGHT on Canyon De Oro, LEFT on Seaquest Trail which turns into Fortuna Del Sur, then cross Elfin Forest Road to Fortuna Del Sur. Property is at the end of the Cul De Sac.
Market Area 92029 - Escondido
Neighborhood Elfin Forest
School District Not Listed
Ownership
Age Restriction 0
Property Type
Mello-Roos Fee $0
HOA Fee $0
HOA Features Mountainous, Stable(s), Rural, Biking, Hiking
Public Records
County San Diego
Assessor Parcel# 6790600900
Zoning R1
Geographic Areas

Community College District: Mira Costa CC

High School: Canyon Crest Academy

High School: La Costa Canyon

High School: San Dieguito Academy

Middle School: Rancho Santa Fe MS

School District: Rancho Santa Fe SD

Zip Code: 92029

Highway Locator

West of I-15

East of I-5

North of I-8

North of SR-52

North of SR-56

South of SR-78

Ocean Distance 7.1 miles
Exterior
Style Single Family Residence
Material Not Listed
Lot Size ~ 108,900 sf
Fencing Not Listed
Topography Not Listed
Entry Steps 1
Swimming Pool In Ground, Pool Cover
Exclusive Yard 0
Parking
Total Spaces: 12
Garage Spaces: 0
Non-Garage Spaces: 0 - 12.00
View Hills, Mountain(s), Ocean, Panoramic, Trees/Woods, Valley
Features
Year Built 1995
Laundry Location Individual Room,Inside
Elevator Not Listed
Cooling Central Air
Heating Central
Sewer/Septic Conventional Septic
Fireplaces Great Room,Living Room,Wood Burning (1)
Additional Parcels No
Appliances No
Assessments No
Association No
Association Fee 2 0
Attached Garage No
Below Grade Finished Area 0
Carport Spaces 0
Common Walls No Common Walls
Cooling Yes
Direction Faces North
Entry Location Front Door
Heating Yes
High School 2 LCCHS
High School District San Dieguito Union
Land Lease No
Laundry Yes
Levels Two
Living Area Source See Remarks
Living Area Units Square Feet
Lot Features Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn
Lot Size Source Public Records
Lot Size Units Acres
Main Level Bathrooms 5
Main Level Bedrooms 5
New Construction No
Number Of Units Total 0
Number Remotes 0
Parking No
Patio No
Pool Private Yes
Property Attached No
Sprinklers No
Tax Model
View Yes
Well Depth 0
Well Gallons Per Minute 0
Well Pump Horsepower 0
Well Report No
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Property Tax estimate of 1% of listing price does not include local voter-approved bonds/assessments, supplemental taxes for new construction or ownership changes, extra local fees, etc.
Listing Source
Platform CRMLS
AOR North San Diego County
MLS Number NDP2601241
Courtesy of Compass
Listing Agent Orva Harwood
orva@harwoodre.com