
Descanso, California 91916
Analysis of 26440 Old Highway, Descanso, California 91916 is currently available with a list price of $3,200,000. The property maintains a Excellent Condition Rating (95/100), indicating excellent structural integrity and modern finishes throughout. This turnkey property requires minimal updates and is ready for immediate occupancy. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Descanso Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
Although built in 1990, the property has undergone a comprehensive high-end renovation within the last 5 years. The gourmet kitchen features modern quartz waterfall countertops and professional-grade Viking appliances, while the bathrooms have been fully updated with contemporary tile and freestanding tubs. The interior shows mint condition finishes including herringbone flooring, updated black-framed windows, and multiple modern HVAC systems.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 307098, living area = 7117.
As one of only two residences with access to a private, stocked lake, this estate offers a rare and highly desirable recreational amenity that is exceptionally difficult to find in Southern California.
The 7,117 sq. ft. interior is designed for grand-scale hosting, featuring a gourmet Viking kitchen, an English-style pub, and four full bedroom suites with ensuite baths for ultimate guest comfort.
While offering peace and privacy, the Descanso location may be considered too isolated for buyers who require immediate proximity to urban amenities, major medical facilities, or high-end retail centers.
The combination of a massive 7,000+ sq. ft. structure, extensive acreage, and specialized features like private lake access implies substantial ongoing costs for landscaping, utilities, and general upkeep.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 2.5 |
| Baths | 7.0 | 3.5 |
| Square foot | 7,117 | 2,964.5 |
| Lot Size | 307,098 | 114,681.8 |
| Price | $3.20M | $726.4K |
| Price per sq ft | $450 | $412 |
| Built year | 1990 | 1988 |
| HOA | $0 | $0 |
| Days on market | 60 | 43 |
Jul 11, 2026
$3,200,000
Initial Listing
Sep 21, 2020
$1,560,000
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May 11, 2018
$199,000
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Oct 4, 2017
$2,500,000
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Oct 27, 2009
$386,000
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Oct 27, 2009
$1,157,500
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Oct 27, 2009
$386,000
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