16512 Wilderness Rd, Poway, California 92064, Poway, 92064 - 4 bed, 2 bath
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16512 Wilderness Rd
Poway, California 92064
ACTIVE
CONDITION: POOR
4Beds
2Baths
2,232Sq Ft
0Lot Size
Property Price
LIST PRICE$2,150,000
EST. MARKET VALUE
$1,893,362
13% AboveMARKET VALUE
SUMMARY
This Architectural Masterpiece presents a High-Potential Investment Opportunity with a List Price of $2,150,000—positioned well above the $1,893,363 Fair Market Value by -13%. While the property requires updates to core systems given its Condition Rating of 5, the unique organic design by Robert Thiele and 1-acre lot offer rare character. Located in the prestigious Poway Unified School District, this home serves Design-Focused Investors and Owner-Occupants seeking a distinctive, private sanctuary with panoramic hill views.
Estimated Market Value
$1,893,362
Based on Realkey algorithm analyzing recent comparable sales in Poway.
Comparable Sales Map
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
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| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 16512 Wilderness Rd Subject | $2,150,000* List Price | 4 | 2 | 2,232 | $848 | - |
A 13740 Sagewood Drive Sold | $1,612,500 | 4 | 3 | 2,016 | $800 | 0.3 mi |
B 14033 Riverbend Road Active | $1,850,000 List Price | 4 | 2 | 1,867 | $991 | 0.7 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Condition Analysis
See Full ReportOVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Poor
TeardownExcellent
Property is extensive renovation needed.
Built in 1979 (45 years old) with no evidence of major renovations to the kitchen, baths, or core systems. While the organic architecture is well-preserved and artistic, the property exceeds the 30-year age threshold for original components, likely requiring significant updates to HVAC, electrical, and plumbing to meet modern standards.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- High Available Lot Utilization
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 43560, living area = 2232.
- Great Schools
Elementary School: Painted Rock Elementary School (9/10).
- Architectural Masterpiece
Designed by Robert Thiele with custom artistic contributions from James Hubbell and Rhoda Lopez, this home is a rare, museum-quality example of organic modern architecture.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Low Bathroom-to-Bedroom Ratio
With only 2 bathrooms serving 4 bedrooms, the layout may be less convenient for larger families or guests compared to modern luxury standards.
- Specialized Maintenance Requirements
The use of unique materials such as adobe, custom carved wood, and 1970s organic forms may require specialized and potentially costly upkeep to preserve the home's integrity.
About 16512 Wilderness Rd
Organic Architecture in Poway: For the La Chappelle family, architect Robert Thiele crafted an amazing home in adobe, wood and glass with strong connection to its surrounding landscape including an amazing granite boulder field. The deep scalloped eaves extends the roof into the 1-acre parcel at the end of a cul-de-sac. Arrival is a spectacular journey -- as you travel through organic forms of adobe, carved wood and stained glass by artist James Hubbell, you enter the home's circular living room anchored by a sculpted fireplace. Kitchen, bedrooms and baths radiate off the living area where you encounter built-in works by ceramist Rhoda Lopez. Come experience organic architecture in a splendid setting.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1979
- Lot Size
- -
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 4
- Total Bathrooms
- 2 (2 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Poway Unified Schools
Painted Rock Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.6 mi
9/10
Twin Peaks Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 2.3 mi
7/10
Poway High School
Grades 9-12 • 1.2 mi
8/10
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| Baths | 2.0 | 3.0 |
| Square foot | 2,232 | 2,497.881 |
| Lot Size | - | 15,367.331 |
| Price | $2.15M | $1.48M |
| Price per sq ft | $963 | $644 |
| Built year | 1979 | 1978 |
| HOA | $0 | $114 |
| Days on market | 47 | 41 |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Jul 24, 2026
$2,150,000
Initial Listing