The Sunset Ranch on Benton provides ample opportunities. Currently zoned for a single-family home on 4.36 Acres, this property may present an
opportunity for rezoning through the county of Riverside. Whether you are potentially subdividing into several smaller lots, hoping for a live and work
environment, looking at the Sunset Ranch for the next city or county development project, or for the possibility of commercial revenue, The Sunset Ranch on Benton is centrally located on Benton Rd, the closest thing to a “Main Street” in French Valley. Benton Rd runs through French Valley, becoming Clinton Keith at the 79S, eventually hitting both the 215 and 15 Freeways.The property is also close to housing, shopping, and commercial development, and is mostly flat and usable. It sits in the heart of French Valley, on the Main Street, in an unincorporated community of Winchester, California. This area sits in the highly desirable Temecula Valley Unified School District.Here are some possibilities to consider if rezoning is achieved through the county. Renderings have been provided in the pictures. Option 1: “Benton Park” would follow the layout of several 5-acre parks throughout the country, with an amphitheater, playground, walking trails, and a skate park. This would be a great place for French Valley residents to gather with friends and family, or for community events. I’d love to see the County of Riverside, or the City of Temecula, make this possible. Option 2: I call it “Benton Headquarters”, a shopping center like Vail Headquarters in Southern Temecula, which features several smaller local shops, bringing back opportunities for residents, local shopping, food, fun, performances, and music. Building community and memories, while generating commercial revenue for ownership. Or Option 3: “Housing” Keep this as a single-family home for one family on a large lot, or multiple families, subdividing into 6 lots, each about ¾ of an acre. These homes would feature Temecula Valley Schools, large flat usable lots, and would be walking distance from parks, restaurants, and shopping. Perfect for a family compound, or a smaller developer. For a property like this one, the possibilities are endless. Everything would have to be approved, permitted, and rezoned with the county, but an opportunity like this only comes along - once in a great while…It would be nice to see something good for French Valley, and the people who live here.
For sale
Listing Provided by:
Katie Serpa DRE #02014102 951-349-8047,
eXp Realty of California, Inc.,
Co-Listing Agent: David Serpa DRE #01944761 951-691-7798,
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
$2,000,000
36562 Van Gaale Ln, Winchester, CA 92596
4beds
2,813sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
4.36 Acres Lot
$1,956,500 Zestimate®
$711/sqft
$10/mo HOA
What's special
Large flat usable lots
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: 12 hours ago
Listing Provided by:
Katie Serpa DRE #02014102 951-349-8047,
eXp Realty of California, Inc.,
Co-Listing Agent: David Serpa DRE #01944761 951-691-7798,
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SW25272712
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 5
Rooms
- Room types: Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,813 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two,One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Wood,Wire
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills
Lot
- Size: 4.36 Acres
- Features: 2-5 Units/Acre, Corner Lot, Horse Property, Ranch
Details
- Parcel number: 963020008
- Special conditions: Standard,Trust
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Stable(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Insurance, Management
- HOA fee: $120 annually
- HOA name: Dutch Village Master Association
- HOA phone: 951-698-9874
Location
- Region: Winchester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $711/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $746,052
- Annual tax amount: $9,053
- Date on market: 12/9/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 1 day
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
Estimated market value
$1,956,500
$1.86M - $2.05M
$3,660/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,000,000+321.1%$711/sqft |
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| 7/27/2001 | Sold | $475,000+76.3%$169/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/1994 | Sold | $269,500+165.3%$96/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/1993 | Sold | $101,565$36/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,053 +2.7% | $746,052 +2% |
| 2024 | $8,812 +1.2% | $731,424 +2% |
| 2023 | $8,707 -2.9% | $717,083 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$12,555/mo
Principal & interest
$9862
Property taxes
$1983
Other costs
$710
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92596
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10French Valley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1 mi
- 7/10Bella Vista Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 9/10Chaparral High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: French Valley
- Middle: Bella Vista
- High: Chaparral
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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