Discover this extraordinary opportunity to own a large portion of the Historic Dripping Springs Ranch. This rare offering includes three contiguous parcels totaling approximately 173 acres in the scenic foothills of Temecula with 2 historic ranch homes. Rich in history and natural beauty, the property features two gated entrances with Highway 79 frontage for convenient access and privacy, plus a third access point via Anja Avenue in the unincorporated area south of the highway. All parcels are in the Temecula Valley Unified School District. The first parcel at 39325 Highway 79 offers approximately 40 acres, zoned Rural Residential (RR) and bordering public land. It includes a charming 1951 single-family residence of about 790 square feet with 2 bedroom and 1 bathroom, plus a pond. This parcel features two elevated and unimproved flat plateaus including one large one aproximately 5 acres with spectactular views. The second parcel (APN 917-150-034) spans approximately 123.93 acres, also RR-zoned, with a seasonal creek, rolling terrain, mature native vegetation, oak woodlands and direct adjacency to the Dripping Springs Trailhead and Campground in the Cleveland National Forest. It features a historic 1928 single-family residence of about 1,592 square feet with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. The third parcel (APN 917-150-027) comprises approximately 9.78 acres with a fantastic hilltop view pad ideal for a future building site. Zoned RR and accessible from Wacker Drive and David Street, it adjoins the other parcels and neighboring land to create one expansive ranch. Boasting panoramic mountain and valley views, expansive mature oak woodlands, abundant wildlife, seasonal waterways, and direct access to thousands of acres of protected public lands, this property is ideal for a private ranch, equestrian estate, agricultural use, family retreat, recreational getaway, conservation, or custom estate home (buyer to verify all building possibilities with Riverside County). Flat pads near the hilltops offer spectacular views. Properties of this size, history, privacy, and location are rarely available. Just minutes from Temecula Wine Country, Vail Lake, and Old Town Temecula, this is a truly unique legacy property in Southern California. *** Be Sure to check out virtual tour ***
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
2,382
Lot Size
7,566,807.6 sqft
Year Built
1951
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
0
HOA Fee
N/A
Garage Total
0
MLS #
SW26138743
Interior Features
Ceiling Fans
Flooring
Laminate, Wood
Fireplace
Living Room, Wood Burning
Appliances
Electric Range, Refrigerator
Main Level Bedrooms
3
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Cooling
Wall Window Units
Heating
Wood Stove
Parking Features
Unpaved
Patio & Porch
Deck
Roof
Metal
Lot Features
Gentle Sloping, Horse Property, Lot Over40000 Sqft, Level, Rocks, Steep Slope, Secluded, Trees, Value In Land
Sewer
Septic Type Unknown
Water Source
Private, Well
Biking, Foothills, Hiking, Horse Trails, Mountainous, Near National Forest, Rural, Valley
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Balanced market
Avg. time on market
This is a Balanced Market. Homes are selling at a moderate pace.
Flood Risk
Minimal — not in a FEMA flood zone
Wildfire Risk
Moderate — near wildland-urban interface
Heat Risk
Low — moderate summer temperatures
Earthquake Risk
Southern California seismic zone
Based on price, location, and features