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35860 Old Saddle Road, Ranchita, California 92066, Ranchita, 92066 - 2 bed, 1 bath

35860 Old Saddle Road, Ranchita, California 92066 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$348,000
35860 Old Saddle Road, Ranchita, California 92066
2Beds
1Bath
858Sqft
217,800Lot
Year Built
1946
Close
-
List price
$348K
Original List price
$348K
Price/Sqft
$406
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
PTP2508549
Home ConditionTear down
Features
Good View: Hills, Mountain(s)
ViewHills, Mountain(s)

About this home

We found 4 Cons,6 Pros. Rank: price - $348.0K(25th), sqft - 858(50th), beds - 2(50th), baths - 1(25th).

Nice Foothil views! 5+ Acres combined from 2 APN #s in this Ranchita back country location. Hobby/Auto Shop Garage with multiple roll up doors, newer ground mount Solar system easy transfer. Original 1 br cabin needs renovation. Ranchita Is located 70 Miles East of San Diego and 17 miles west of Borrego Springs. 2 properties owned by the same seller/administrator. Need to close escrow on both with the same Buyer. Investor properties sold without warranty. Permits unknown for Buildings & Studio. Several cars, auto repair parts for autos in buildings are negotiable. Dirt road access is rutted but accessable by car. Drive by only or have your Realtor Inquire by text the listing agent for additional information. Water is supplied by well, shared with both parcels. Buyer be aware this is very rual and not to enter property without permission.

Price History

Date
Event
Price
11/14/25
Listing
$348,000
01/30/02
Sold
$50,000
Condition Rating
Tear down
The property, built in 1946, is explicitly described as an 'original 1 br cabin needs renovation' and is sold 'without warranty' and with 'permits unknown for Buildings & Studio.' The interior images, particularly the one showing a cluttered room with extremely old, dirty windows and visible disrepair, strongly indicate the residential structure is unlivable in its current condition. The property's value appears to be primarily in the land and the separate workshop/garage, rather than the existing cabin, which requires demolition or a complete rebuild to be habitable.
Pros & Cons

Pros

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 = 217800, living area = 858.
Expansive Acreage: The property spans over 5 acres combined from two APN numbers, offering significant space and potential for various uses.
Dedicated Workshop/Garage: Features a hobby/auto shop garage with multiple roll-up doors, providing ample space for projects, storage, or business.
Newer Ground-Mount Solar: Includes a newer ground-mount solar system, offering energy efficiency and potential long-term cost savings.
Scenic Foothill Views: Boasts nice foothill and mountain views, enhancing the property's aesthetic appeal and tranquil environment.
Private Well Water: Water is supplied by a shared well, providing a self-sufficient and reliable water source in a rural setting.

Cons

MLS Listing Discrepancy: Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =217800, other record lot size in square feet = 111078.
Significant Renovation Required: The original 1-bedroom cabin is in need of extensive renovation, indicating a substantial investment of time and capital for modernization.
As-Is Sale & Unknown Permits: The property is sold without warranty in 'as-is' condition, and permits for existing buildings and a studio are unknown, posing potential risks and liabilities to the buyer.
Challenging Access & Rurality: Access is via a rutted dirt road, and its very rural location (70 miles east of San Diego) may present logistical challenges and limit broad appeal.

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