For Sale: 20780 Fortuna Del Norte, Escondido, CA 92029. 8-bedroom 6-bath, 5581 sf, 1995 Elfin Forest $3,995,000 begin new search
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Overview

Set atop a quiet hillside in the Elfin Forest community of San Diego, this gated California Mediterranean style estate is situated on 2.5 gently sloped acres and enjoys broad views overlooking miles of protected coastal chaparral and the trail system of Sage Hill Nature Reserve. This elevated outlook spans a wide swath of San Diego, with views as far as the La Jolla skyline. Such a setting provides the ultimate feeling of privacy and serenity with the additional benefit of limited neighboring development. The estate includes a heated swimming pool, a lighted tennis court, expansive lawn areas, a playground structure and mature landscaping throughout the grounds. The property also features a variety of established citrus trees. With its acreage, layout and access to a vast system of trails, the estate also offers ideal equestrian opportunity. Despite the feeling of remote, natural privacy, the estate is conveniently located approximately 8 minutes from the shops, dining and services of the vibrant San Elijo Village and within a lovely winding drive to some of the very best beaches in Southern California in North County San Diego. The property is also located within the attendance area of the R. Roger Rowe K-8 public school district of Rancho Santa Fe with designated access to a private gated back road directly to the Village of Rancho Santa Fe. Fortuna Del Norte presents a rare opportunity for a private gated estate offering acreage, panoramic views, resort-style living in one of North County's most majestic and sought after hillside communities of the Enchanted Elfin Forest.

Address 20780 Fortuna Del Norte

Escondido, CA 92029
Listing Status Active
Asking Price $3,995,000
Original Listing $4,200,000 @ 2026-02-07
Rooms
Walk-In Closet, Entry, Attic, Laundry, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Center Hall, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Family Room, Primary Bathroom, Converted Bedroom
Square Footage 5581 sf
Bedrooms 8
Full Bathrooms 6
Location
Directions GPS will offer several routes from the Coast or from Inland EXCEPT through Olivenhain. From Rancho Santa Fe/Olivenhain: Rancho Santa Fe Rd to Lone Jack Rd, RIGHT on Fortuna Ranch Road, LEFT on Rancho Summit Rd then IMMEDIATE RIGHT on Canyon De Oro, LEFT on Seaquest Trail which turns into Fortuna Del Sur, then cross Elfin Forest Road to Fortuna Del Sur. Property is at the end of the Cul De Sac.
Market Area 92029 - Escondido
Neighborhood Elfin Forest
School District Not Listed
Ownership
Age Restriction 0
Property Type
Mello-Roos Fee $0
HOA Fee $0
HOA Features Rural, Biking, Hiking, Mountainous, Stable(s)
Public Records
County San Diego
Assessor Parcel# 6790600900
Zoning R1
Geographic Areas

Community College District: Mira Costa CC

High School: Canyon Crest Academy

High School: La Costa Canyon

High School: San Dieguito Academy

Middle School: Rancho Santa Fe MS

School District: Rancho Santa Fe SD

Zip Code: 92029

Highway Locator

West of I-15

East of I-5

North of I-8

North of SR-52

North of SR-56

South of SR-78

Ocean Distance 7.1 miles
Exterior
Style Single Family Residence
Material Not Listed
Lot Size ~ 108,900 sf
Fencing Not Listed
Topography Not Listed
Entry Steps 1
Swimming Pool In Ground, Pool Cover
Exclusive Yard 0
Parking
Total Spaces: 12
Garage Spaces: 0
Non-Garage Spaces: 0 - 12.00
View Ocean, Mountain(s), Trees/Woods, Hills, Valley, Panoramic
Features
Year Built 1995
Laundry Location Inside,Individual Room
Elevator Not Listed
Cooling Central Air
Heating Central
Sewer/Septic Conventional Septic
Fireplaces Wood Burning,Living Room,Great Room (1)
Additional Parcels No
Appliances No
Assessments No
Association No
Association Fee 2 0
Attached Garage No
Below Grade Finished Area 0
Carport Spaces 0
Common Walls No Common Walls
Cooling Yes
Direction Faces North
Entry Location Front Door
Heating Yes
High School 2 LCCHS
High School District San Dieguito Union
Land Lease No
Laundry Yes
Levels Two
Living Area Source See Remarks
Living Area Units Square Feet
Lot Features Front Yard, Back Yard, Lawn
Lot Size Source Public Records
Lot Size Units Acres
Main Level Bathrooms 5
Main Level Bedrooms 5
New Construction No
Number Of Units Total 0
Number Remotes 0
Parking No
Patio No
Pool Private Yes
Property Attached No
Sprinklers No
Tax Model
View Yes
Well Depth 0
Well Gallons Per Minute 0
Well Pump Horsepower 0
Well Report No
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Property Tax estimate of 1% of listing price does not include local voter-approved bonds/assessments, supplemental taxes for new construction or ownership changes, extra local fees, etc.
Listing Source
Platform CRMLS
AOR North San Diego County
MLS Number NDP2601241
Courtesy of Compass
Listing Agent Orva Harwood
orva@harwoodre.com