14684 Highway 79

Julian, CA
$ 1,600,000 Beds 2 Baths 1 Sq 1,100 Virtual Tour
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MILK RANCH—THREE CABINS. A rare, privately held legacy property with more than 104 years of family ownership, this 39±-acre mountain retreat is rooted in the rich history of the Cuyamaca region. Within the historic Rancho Cuyamaca Mexican Land Grant dating to 1848, the property carries the longstanding name “Milk Ranch,” reflecting the area’s early ranching and cattle history. The name lives on through Milk Ranch Road. Situated at the base of Cuyamaca Peak, just 4.5 miles from beautiful Lake Cuyamaca, Milk Ranch offers privacy, natural beauty, recreation, and California history, with more than 100 miles of hiking and equestrian trails nearby. Three separate cabins—including a full-time primary residence and two additional heated cabins—along with two wells, a year-round spring-fed pond, established orchards, raised garden beds, and a metal workshop with covered parking create the foundation for a remarkable family compound, private retreat, or self-sufficient mountain homestead. The primary cabin features solar as its main power source, complemented by operational hydroelectric and generator backup systems; the two additional cabins are generator-powered. Seasonal elderberries, native azaleas, wild berries, abundant wildlife, and other natural resources add to this extraordinary opportunity to own a private piece of California mountain history. This is a wonderful place to watch birds, deer, and other wildlife; nearly 200 species of birds call Cuyamaca their home. Mule deer visit the apple orchard. Gray fox, striped skunks, opossum, gray squirrels, white-nosed weasels, chipmunks, bobcat, and coyote are a few of the resident species. Three generations of children were raised on this property off-grid, making mud pies, stargazing, and listening to stories around the fireplace. There are numerous wild elderberry bushes for harvesting and making elderberry jam or syrup. The self-sustainable infrastructure includes a 3000-watt solar array charging the battery bank. The 24-volt battery bank consists of twelve 2-volt deep-cell flooded batteries; there are two Outback charge controllers, a Xantrex power inverter, and a hydroelectric and diesel generator backup power system. There is a year-round spring that feeds the hydroelectric backup system and flows at approximately 6 GPM into a plastic-lined pond. With a history dating back to pre-California statehood, this property promises bountiful fun and memories for future generations.

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  • Price
  • $ 1,600,000
  • City
  • Julian
  • Bedrooms
  • 2
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 1
  • County
  • San Diego
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Julian
  • Lot Size
  • 37.16 Acres
  • Zip
  • 92036
  • Sqr Footage
  • 1,100
  • Year Built
  • 1968
  • Style
  • MLS#
  • 260018726SD
Listed By: Deborah Kerch with Orchard Realty, Inc.; 760-579-3716
Data Source: California Regional MLS (CRMLS)

Features

General

Living Area 1100
Heating Propane,See Remarks,Wood,Wood Stove
Cooling None
Roof Metal
Appliances Freezer,Gas Range,Propane Range,Propane Cooking,Refrigerator
Zoning AGRICULTUR
Garage Spaces 1
Pool Features None
Construction Materials Wood Siding
Year Built 1968
Stories Count 1
Levels One
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
County San Diego
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
HOA false
Attached Garage false
Subdivision Name Julian
Garage Y/N true
Full Baths 1
Status Active
Directions South of Lake Cuyamaca on Milk Ranch Road-do not go without an appt. Cross Street: Hwy 79.
City Julian
Disclosures Unincorporated
Senior Community Y/N false
Open Parking Spaces 10
MLS Area 92036 - Julian
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 1618689
Listing Terms Cash
Property Attached Y/N false
Land Lease Y/N false
Virtual Tour https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/snd/260018726
Standard Status Active
Occupancy Type Owner
Property Sub Type Additional Single Family Residence
PostalCity JULIAN

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Utility Room,Workshop
Fireplace Features Living Room
Total Stories 1
Air Conditioning Y/N false
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N false
Laundry Features Electric Dryer Hookup,Laundry Room,Propane Dryer Hookup
Total Bedrooms 2
Total Baths 1

Exterior Features

Fencing Partial
Parking Features Driveway
Total Parking 11
Lot Size Area 1618689
Spa false
Lot Size Acres 37.16
Private Pool false
Lot Size Source Assessor

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

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$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Temecula, CA office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

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Middle School Unknown Middle School
High School Unknown High School

Price History

7/31/2026 Listed $1,600,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 92036

Price
AVG $840K
$1.6M
Year Built
AVG 1989
1968

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14684 Highway 79 Julian, CA is a Single Family Home for sale at $1600000 with 1100 sqft and a lot size of 37.16 Acres Acre(s). 14684 Highway 79 Julian has 2 bedrooms, 1 baths and was built in 1968. The property's zip code is 92036 which is in Julian, CA

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