Mountain Sanctuary on 5.5 Acres – Mount Laguna, CA Discover your private mountain sanctuary in the heart of the Cleveland National Forest! Located at the end of Morris Ranch Road, this 5.5-acre property offers unmatched privacy, panoramic views, and endless opportunities to create your dream retreat. Property Highlights • Home: Two-story, 1,400 sq. ft. residence with 1 bedroom, 1.5 baths • Versatile Layout: Massive 40-ft master bedroom with potential to convert into two bedrooms, plus the option to transform the attached 2-car garage into additional living space • Expansion Potential: Plenty of space for multiple ADUs or guest cabins • Utilities Ready: Power, septic system, and water in place • Water Security: 10,000-gallon water tank system, ready for hook-up • Rooftop Deck: Perched above the water tanks, offering forever views across the mountains all the way to the ocean Location • 45 min to Mission Valley • 25 min to Julian • 30 min to Lake Cuyamaca • 15 min to Pine Valley Lifestyle This property is a true all-season retreat. In the winter, snowfall transforms it into a magical white wonderland, while spring brings vibrant blooms, summer offers cool mountain breezes, and autumn paints the forest in golden colors. Outdoor adventures abound year-round, from hiking and mountain biking to horseback riding and stargazing. Whether you’re seeking a weekend escape, a family compound, or an income-producing mountain retreat, this mountain sanctuary offers endless possibilities! ? A rare opportunity to own a piece of Mount Laguna’s beauty and tranquility.
For sale
$749,000
8203 Morris Ranch Ln, Mount Laguna, CA 91948
1beds
1,440sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1988
5 Acres Lot
$707,600 Zestimate®
$520/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Panoramic viewsRooftop deckPrivate mountain sanctuary
- 160 days |
- 747 |
- 23 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 18, 2026 at 11:26am
Listed by:
Brent Haywood DRE #01075187 619-206-2705,
eXp Realty of California, Inc.,
Tamara Arlene Haywood DRE #02181870 619-368-6510,
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 250037055
Originating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTOR
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Wall/Gravity, Space Heater, Wood Stove
Cooling
- N/K
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Propane Oven, Propane Range
- Laundry: None Known
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,440
- Total interior livable area: 1,440 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 12
- Parking features: Attached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: 2 Story
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Partial,Barbed Wire
Lot
- Size: 5 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 4120801000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Conventional Septic
- Water: Well on Property, Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: MOUNT LAGUNA
Location
- Region: Mount Laguna
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $520/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $522,674
- Annual tax amount: $5,664
- Date on market: 8/22/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
Estimated market value
$707,600
$672,000 - $743,000
$3,995/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $749,000+99.7%$520/sqft |
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| 4/11/2005 | Sold | $375,000$260/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,664 +2.1% | $522,674 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,546 +2.3% | $512,426 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,420 -1.5% | $502,379 +2% |
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Est. payment
$4,642/mo
Principal & interest
$3650
Property taxes
$730
Home insurance
$262
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 91948
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Descanso Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 11.5 mi
- NAPine Valley MiddleGrades: 7-8Distance: 7.2 mi
- 5/10Mountain Empire High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 10.2 mi
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