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$1,599,000

20121 Highway 76, Pauma Valley, CA 92061

5Beds
5Baths
5,469Sq Ft
10Parking
1993Built
313Days Listed
2Lot Sq Ft

About This Property

Experience the grandeur and comfort of the historic Mendenhall Estate, a fully restored legacy home with Gold Rush-era roots, nestled on 1.81 lush acres. Once owned by the renowned Mendenhall cattle ranching family, this home blends rich California history with modern luxury. The home has been fully-remodeled and restored to its former glory with all top-of-the-line finishes and offers 5,469 sq ft of living space, 5-bedrooms + office, 5-bathrooms. Poured concrete walls offer exceptional insulation and quiet while over 40 windows flood the home with natural light and beautiful mountain views. The main level features Brazilian travertine, 3-beds + office, 2-baths, a sunroom, 2 fireplaces and direct access outside to the pool and the yard reminiscent of an English garden. The kitchen is a chef’s dream with quartzite counters, Miele, Bosch, and Fisher Paykel appliances and a butler’s pantry. Enjoy a brand new permitted 1,752 sq ft top floor featuring 2-bedrooms + loft, 2-baths, new state-of-the-art HVAC, cedar ceilings, Italian marble vanities, custom coffered ceilings and a jetted tub with mountain views. Both the main level and the upstairs feature primary bedroom suites. The 605 sq ft walkout finished basement includes a full living space, full bath, laundry hookups and private entry. The home has owned solar with 55 owned panels (17.9KW) and a high-producing well with Palomar Mountain Spring Water. New septic, new 3d Corning 40 year roof and new custom copper seamless gutters with leaf guards and antique downspouts. A rare, luxurious blend of past and present awaits.

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Property Details

Property Type
Detached
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
5
Building Area
5,469 Sqft
Living Area
5,469 sqft
Year Built
1993
Status
Active
Days on Market
313
Cumulative Days on Market
309
Original Price
$1,995,000

Location & Neighborhood

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Price History

$1,599,000

May 17, 2026

$100,000

-5.9%

$1,699,000

Feb 24, 2026

$100,000

-5.6%

Original List Price

$1,995,000

Pauma Valley Market Snapshot

26

Active Listings

$798K

Median Price

95

Avg Days on Market

Last updated: May 13, 2026

Listed by

Deidre Maw, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties · 760-914-2340

Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of the date of this data. This information is for your personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties you may be interested in purchasing.

$1,599,000