Privacy & Old-World Charm in Old Escondido. Perched above the street behind mature trees, this charming 1914 historic cottage offers a rare combination of privacy, character, and proximity to downtown Escondido. The main two-bedroom, one-bath home features fresh interior paint, beautiful hardwood floors, French…Privacy & Old-World Charm in Old Escondido. Perched above the street behind mature trees, this charming 1914 historic cottage offers a rare combination of privacy, character, and proximity to downtown Escondido. The main two-bedroom, one-bath home features fresh interior paint, beautiful hardwood floors, French doors, and a claw-foot bathtub—all highlighting its timeless appeal. The inviting solarium features slate floors and French doors that open toward the garden, creating a wonderful connection between indoor and outdoor living. Outside, enjoy a private, meandering garden with mature trees, garden beds with drip irrigation, flowers, succulents, and a rainwater collection bin. Gardeners will also appreciate the property’s greywater collection system, which provides an additional water source for landscaping and irrigation. A separate casita provides flexible space for an office, guests, or income producing rental property with a separate back entrance and it's own dedicated washer/dryer. The studio unit features a full kitchen, a full bathroom with a claw-foot bathtub, and a window air-conditioning unit. Modern comforts include central air conditioning and heat, solar, a pellet stove, dishwasher, garbage disposal, washer and dryer, and a whole house attic fan in the main home. With more than a century of history and opportunities for continued improvement, the property offers its next owner the chance to preserve its character while making it their own. Approximately six blocks from downtown, you can easily enjoy Escondido's Farmers Market, Cruisin' Grand, shops, restaurants, and neighborhood favorites—then return home, close the gate, and retreat to your own private sanctuary. A truly unique property where historic character, privacy, gardens, and modern convenience come together. A note about sqft: House measures 1,087 sqft. Solarium and laundry room additional 279sqft. Granny flat/ADU additional 256 sqft. Buyer/Buyer’s agent to verify all.
Facts & Features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2
Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Whole House Fan
Appliances
Included: Dryer, Washer
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
Has fireplace: Yes
Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
Total interior livable area: 897 sqft
Property
Parking
Total spaces: 1
Garage spaces: 1
Features
Stories: 1
Has private pool: No
Has view: Yes
View features: Trees Woods
Lot
Size: 0.16 Acres
Features: Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped
Details
Parcel number: 2334101800
Zoning: single family residential
Construction
Type & style
Home type: Residential
Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
Year built: 1914
Location
Mike Zwarg
Broker / Owner
951-528-0626 mike@mzhomes.us
Listing Office: Francis Taylor Properties · Listing Agent: Ed Swauger · 760-497-3664 · CRMLS
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