7273 Hard Scramble Trl, Julian, California 92036, Julian, 92036 - 1 bed, 2 bath
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Julian, California 92036
Analysis of 7273 Hard Scramble Trl, Julian, California 92036 is currently available with a list price of $225,000. The property maintains a Fair Condition Rating (50/100), suggesting the property is in acceptable condition with potential for value enhancement through selective updates and improvements. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Julian 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 moderate renovation needed.
The property is 36 years old (built 1988), placing it in the >20y category. While the interior shows some cosmetic maintenance like newer vinyl plank flooring and fresh paint, the kitchen and bathrooms remain original to the 1988 construction. It is functional and move-in ready but dated, requiring modernization of cabinetry, fixtures, and likely aging systems.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 45738, living area = 924.
Priced at $225,000, this property offers a rare, low-cost opportunity to own a move-in ready home in the desirable San Diego County backcountry.
The 1.05-acre lot includes a private well, providing owners with self-sufficient rural living and the financial benefit of no monthly water bills.
Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =45738, other record lot size in square feet = 43560.
The lack of a 433A certification and permanent foundation restricts the sale to cash offers only, excluding buyers who require conventional, FHA, or VA financing.
With only 924 square feet of living area, the home's compact footprint may not suit buyers seeking significant interior space or larger family accommodations.
An affordable entry point into Julian backcountry living — 7273 Hard Scramble Trail is a move-in ready 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home on 1.05 acres in Shelter Valley, just minutes from Julian Main Street and the sweeping landscapes of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. Enjoy small-town charm and outdoor adventure without sacrificing convenience. Browse Julian's famous shops, apple orchards, and restaurants, then head east into one of California's most stunning desert parks — all from your own private retreat. The home sits on a generous acre-plus lot with a private well, offering self-sufficient rural living with no water bills and no shared infrastructure. Move-in ready, this is an ideal investment property, vacation getaway, or full-time residence in one of San Diego County's most beloved backcountry communities. Please note: this property is a manufactured home without a recorded 433A and is not on a permanent foundation. It will not qualify for conventional, FHA, or VA financing. Cash offers only.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 8.8 mi
Grades 6-8 • 8.8 mi
Grades 9-12 • 8.7 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 924 | 1,296 |
| Lot Size | 45,738 | 30,273.9 |
| Price | $225.0K | $566.0K |
| Price per sq ft | $244 | $398 |
| Built year | 1988 | 1987 |
| HOA | $0 | $0 |
| Days on market | 19 | 114 |
Jul 3, 2026
$225,000
Initial Listing
Nov 5, 2021
$125,000
Public Record