952 Bittersweet St, Escondido, CA 92026
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952 Bittersweet St
Escondido, CA 92026

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,800 sqft

$1,015,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,166/mo*
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$1,015,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,166/mo*
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3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,800 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Located in the "Country Club" area of North Escondido on a very private & quiet cul-de-sac street. The seller spent $250K on the whole house remodel in 2020, and $100K on the yard remodel in 2015 This beautiful "Craftsman Style" home is the epitome of "pride of ownership" with all the "bells & whistles" and in "turn-key" condition. Features: "wood look" planks tiles throughout, chef's kitchen w/wine fridge too, updated living room & bathrooms, salt water pool & spa, and a great private & fully gated outdoor living & entertainment space situated on a 9635 square foot lot. Situated on hill with cool breezes and view of the sunset from the pool side of the house. Centrally located to ALL with close access to 15/78/Centre City Parkway. Too much to mention in this short space; THIS IS A MUST SEE HOME!!!
952 Bittersweet St, Escondido, CA 92026 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,800 sqft single-family home built in 1985. It last sold for $937,500 on Oct 18, 2023 (1% above the $929,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,015,200, with a rent estimate of $4,327/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio, Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 952 Bittersweet St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Ceiling Fan
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1800 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Washer, Built In Range, Convection Oven, Range/Stove Hood, Gas Range, Counter Top, Tankless Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Other/RemarksMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air UnitAir Conditioning: Central Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air Unit
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: FP in Living Room, Patio/Outdoors, Den, Fire Pit, Kitchen, Bath, Gas Starter, OutdoorsSpa: Private w/Pool, Heated, Solar HeatedHas a Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Tile, Partially Carpeted
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Other/RemarksFloors: Tile, Partially Carpeted
View
Has a ViewView: Evening Lights
Security
Security: Other/Remarks, Smoke Detector, Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: Other/Remarks, Patio Open, Porch, Porch - FrontFencing: FullOther Structures: N/K
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Attached,Garage,Garage - Front Entry,Garage - Single Door,Garage Door Opener
Pool
Pool: Below Ground, Private, Solar Heat, Heated, SaltwaterPool
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Sewer Connected, Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1985
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Craftsman
Building
Construction Materials: Wood
Property Information
Condition: Termite Clearance, Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $929,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Sep 27 2023

Active Status

MLS Status: SOLD

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: EscondidoCommunity: NORTH ESCONDIDO

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1800 Square Feet

HOA

Association for this Listing: San Diego Association of REALTOR

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9635 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 230018505

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing Display
Last check for updates: 24 minutes ago
Listed by Chris Kimura DRE #01057790, (858) 353-7990
CK Properties
Bought with: Kathleen Fornal DRE #01033789, (858) 793-7531, The Guiltinan Group
Originating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTOR
Source: SDMLS, MLS#230018505

Price History for 952 Bittersweet St

DatePriceEventSource
10/18/2023$937,500Sold
SDMLS #230018505
09/27/2023$929,000PendingSDMLS #230018505
09/27/2023$929,000PriceChange
SDMLS #230018505
09/21/2023$849,000Listed For SaleSDMLS #230018505

Market trends in Escondido

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$818K
$6.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.8%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$459
$2MoM
Available listings
416
31MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$10,859
Assessment$956,249
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 952 Bittersweet St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
956 Mariposa Pl, Escondido, CA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$889,000
06/17/26
3
2.5
1,782
941 Bittersweet St, Escondido, CA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$741,000
04/30/26
4
3
1,984
2109 N Nutmeg St, Escondido, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$811,995
11/03/25
3
2
1,798
2042 Cherokee Ln, Escondido, CA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$1,010,000
06/05/26
4
2.5
2,240
1261 La Mirada Ave, Escondido, CA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$880,000
02/06/26
3
2
1,886
1350 La Mirada Way, Escondido, CA
0.44
Single-Family Home
$875,000
12/05/25
3
2
1,680
2041 N Nutmeg St, Escondido, CA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$900,000
02/18/26
4
3
2,040
2029 La Brea St, Escondido, CA
0.51
Single-Family Home
$900,000
03/19/26
3
2
1,888
2265 Amber Ln, Escondido, CA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$700,000
01/07/26
3
2
1,281
1230 Portola Ave, Escondido, CA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$800,000
11/05/25
2
2
1,450

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What Locals Say about Escondido

At least 954 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 85 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 64 % Say parking is easy

  • 56 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 49 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 25 % Say there are community events

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  • Angela.generas
    "Escondido gets a bad rap, people focus on the bad. It’s full of amazing people, businesses and communities!"
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  • Andysouth93
    "The commute from Escondido to Carlsbad is absolutely horrendous at any time of the day. The 78 is too small of a freeway into San Marcos is just terrible. "
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  • Macguard45
    "There is a large park down the street but there are not always neighborhoods in this area. It’s more country "
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  • Craig Racicot
    "We live in a fairly large cul de sac most of us socialize often and keep watch over friends that are out of town "
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  • Tony
    " I work from home so I only leave to go to the store or restaurant and what not. Freeway access is easy and traffic is so so"
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  • Craig Racicot
    "We have an annual start of summer block party and winter holiday gatherings. We have supported various neighborhood youngsters in their fundraising efforts, as well as contributed to many food caravans for neighbors in need due medical issues or loss of a spouse. "
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  • Macguard45
    "My neighborhood is spacious and feels free. There are parks down the street and lots of open space as well as a creek"
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  • Macguard45
    "It’s rural but not desolate. We feel safe and are also away from the hustle and bustle of the town, so we get to live a country life "
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  • Carsy7
    "Harmony Grove is fantastic, Escondido has great pockets of safe neighborhoods, not all is safe. There are homeless even in the nicer areas. "
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  • Amber langford
    "Lots of kids in the area nice calm I feel like it’s alot of older crowd mostly in some areas the rest are young n young adults "
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  • Ronda Provencal
    "The Renaissance fair, ophelia winery, the wild animal Park, lots of walking trails you feel like you’re in the country, but cities right around the corner"
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  • Salvirez
    "There are a lot of friendly dogs and owners. There’s a lot of green grass and trees and plenty places to walk your dog"
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  • Allison Jean
    "They’re not a whole lot of open green spaces if you don’t live near Kit Carson or grape day park. And there are some mean dogs around… you have to be careful. "
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  • Judy Gervasio
    "We live close to beautiful Lake Wohlford. It’s a quiet, dead end street. Very peaceful. Lots of oak trees. Great walking area. "
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  • Craig Racicot
    "Friendly, diverse and considerate people. Close to freeways, shopping,breweries and restaurants. Great schools and Neighbors look out for each other."
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  • Andrewjaybiel
    "Regardless, of what you hear or read. Literally, Escondido and the rest of North county, is truly family thought out and driven. It’s like every where. You’ll have your little pockets of ares where things happen. But, it’s a family oriented place. "
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  • Corrine Lewis
    "I love living here, our neighborhood is beautiful. The only downside is that the schools are not the best. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Warm weather and warm people. Escondido is beautiful and a wonderful place to live. It is incredibly walkable - remarkably safe "
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  • Trulia User
    "I love the Historic District, it’s very family oriented and has so many cute historic homes. I take my dog for long walks in this area. It’s very safe and the neighbors are very friendly!"
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  • Trulia User
    "I love how charming this community and neighborhood is, and all of my neighbors are very friendly! Such a great place to live"
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    "I love the Historic District so much! It has such old beautiful historic homes. It is a safe and enjoyable area for locals to explore and enjoy being right near downtown night life: restaurants, bars and shops."
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    "You can get to know your neighbors. Lots of holiday cheer here. Awesome place to live single or with a family "
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    "There is a weekly car showing on the Main Street, grand Ave, every Friday night throughout the summer. It is awesome"
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    "Old Escondido is charming! There’s an annual Mother’s Day historic house tour and in the summer months, residents can walk to Cruisin’ Grand—a weekly vintage car show in the center of town!"
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  • Trulia User
    "no enough dog park or animal friendly places. but they would like it cause almost everyone has a dog"
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived here over 10 years. Downtown is a wonderful distraction. Old Escondido gives a small town friendliness but minutes from everything else. Mountains, bays and beaches. I love it."
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  • Efren M.
    "Lived here all my life and love Escondido. Great neighbors and always something to do, grand Avenue is full of places to eat and drink, have a good time and spend time with friends. "
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  • Correctspann
    "Lived her 40 years love the people and the are. Convenient to everything . Thanks so much for your help with"
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  • Ian W.
    "I work from home and don’t commute. Getting around Escondido is not too hard, but traffic on surface streets can suck"
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  • Sherry W.
    "I see many dog owners like walking in the neighborhood. I’m a dogs owner too. Love Escondido area very much!"
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  • Kevin
    "Such a charming are that makes you feel a pet of a small town but just a hop, skip, and jump away from the city and hustle and bustle."
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  • Nastre V.
    "Community is great for small dogs . Sidewalks are available to walk on or side dirt small hike area big grass area for them to run and play "
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  • Cindy H.
    "there are some neighborhoods that are okay but for the most part it isnt a safe place anymore. you there is a dog park by the humane society "
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  • Tstraaen
    "Quiet and every one has each other’s back. Very quiet neighborhood and many walk in the neighborhood at evening time. Feel very safe... just as in the neighborhood I grew up in years ago.. "
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  • Joe A.
    "Not bad. The commute up to Temecula is pretty bad between 3 pm and 8pm. Although I am close to the freeway, it can take up to 15 min to get to it."
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  • Adriana A.
    "There’s a pretty diverse selection of people and has an old town feel to it. I’ve lived here for the past 3 years "
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  • Abenz44
    "Neighborhood street is very friendly! We live right near a church and everyone is so kind. The whole street comes alive during holiday celebrations! "
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  • Elise N.
    "5 minutes away from work. Back roads only. Very convenient; never any traffic. I like how short the commute is! "
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  • Crisostomoca
    "many fence lines are in disrepair, but many houses are dog friendly. many busy streets through neighborhoods not safe for dogs at all in case they escape "
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    "Lots of people walking their dogs. Community seems to be very do friendly with trails and parks for walking or jogging. "
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