343 Verbena Drive

Borrego Springs, CA 92004

$2,950,000
Price
5
Beds
4
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
5,258 Sq. Ft.
$561 / Sq. Ft.
5,258
Sq. Ft.
$561
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Sculptural Art and architectural design merge in this expansive, contemporary, southwest estate located in the San Diego desert resort community of Borrego Springs. Originally the home for noted sculptor John Richen, this 5 bedroom 4.5 bath offers a luxurious oasis with 4 fireplaces, two pools, multiple outdoor patios and exquisite custom detailing. From the entry gates, front door and interior finishes it is living in a work of art. Views to the Santa Rosa mountains and Indian Head capture the grandeur...Sculptural Art and architectural design merge in this expansive, contemporary, southwest estate located in the San Diego desert resort community of Borrego Springs. Originally the home for noted sculptor John Richen, this 5 bedroom 4.5 bath offers a luxurious oasis with 4 fireplaces, two pools, multiple outdoor patios and exquisite custom detailing. From the entry gates, front door and interior finishes it is living in a work of art. Views to the Santa Rosa mountains and Indian Head capture the grandeur of the desert landscape. The kitchen caters to an intimate meal or professional chef, with Wolf cooktop range/oven and Sub Zero in counter drawer appliances. Perfect for entertaining, this home offers both a formal living room with 16 foot ceilings and fireplace, dedicated dining room that easily seats 12, as well as a family room that opens to an exterior patio with sculptural fountain and separate secret fully equipped bar and lounge. The primary suite in the south wing opens onto its own, large, private patio with a separate pool serving as oasis. The central heart of the house holds the kitchen, a library/office, wine bar and two guest suites with their own private baths and easy access to the primary pool, spa and outdoor BBQ kitchen and exterior fireplace. Two additional guest bedrooms, perfect for au pair or housekeeper with shared bath, are located in the north wing. The garage holds three cars plus large work space and laundry. The expansive grounds also include a separate outdoor irrigated kitchen garden and basketball court. The landscape includes fruit trees, flowers and is designed to be water efficient and desert friendly. A rooftop solar array assists with energy efficiency while not sacrificing comfort. Three zoned HVAC systems along with evaporative coolers help keep the house comfortable. Property also features a roof top star gazing deck and also is equipped with owned solar panels. Home was renovated circa 2008-2009 when owner added additional living space, electrical, flooring and plumbing upgrades including a dual zoned hot water circulation systems and multiple zoned audio system. Borrego Springs is the desert resort community of San Diego and has been a favorite for celebrities and entrepreneurs since the 1940’s who are looking for a quiet and discrete getaway. Easily accessible, Borrego is located a two-hour drive from San Diego and Palm Springs and three hours from Los Angeles. The airport in Borrego hosts private planes as well as jets. Borrego is much like Palm Springs 75 years ago – with less people, traffic and a quiet community that is surrounded by the Anza Borrego Desert State Park, the largest state park in the contiguous United States. Exploring the desert, hiking, off-roading and a vibrant art and performing arts scene are just some of many activities to enjoy along with simply slowing down to unwind. An International Dark Sky community, Borregans cherish their unparalleled views of the heavens.
  1. Listed by Sylvana Meeks • DRE #01455729 • Brokerage DRE #01912388 • Coldwell Banker Borrego • sylvana@cbborrego.com
  2. Listed by William Lawrence • DRE #01994475 • Brokerage DRE #01912388 • Coldwell Banker Borrego

Property Details for 343 Verbena Drive

View
Desert, Mountain(s)
Parking Spaces Total
3
Private Pool
Yes
Cooling Type
Central Forced Air, Swamp Cooler(s)
Building Type
Detached
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Living Area
5258
Assessor Parcel Number
141-384-39-00
LISTING UPDATED: 11/04/2024 06:54 AM

Property Details for 343 Verbena Drive

StatusActive
MLS #NDP2409732
Days on Market17
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1998
Lot Size2.20 AC / 95,832 SF
CountySan Diego County

Building Information for 343 Verbena Drive

Stories1Year Built1998Building Size-Lot Size2.20 AC / 95,832 SF

Property Information for 343 Verbena Drive

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract Number: 58019
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $0
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Assessments YN: Yes
  • Assessments: CFD/Mello-Roos
  • Community Features: Rural
  • Number Of Units In Community: 1
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Equipment: Dryer, Washer
  • Room Type: Entry, Family Room, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Kitchen, Library, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Office, See Remarks, Walk-In Closet
Exterior Features
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Fence: No
  • Miscellaneous: Rural
  • View Description: Desert
  • Pool Features: Black Bottom, In Ground, Private, Waterfall
  • Pool Description: Black Bottom, In Ground, Private, Waterfall
  • Pool: Below Ground, Private, Black Bottom, Waterfall
Land/Lot Info
  • Sign on Property: No
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Lot Location: Rural, Corner Lot
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units: 1
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Sprinklers: No
  • Levels: One
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking: No
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 3
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
Property / Structure Info
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls

Property History for 343 Verbena Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 343 Verbena Drive

Taxable ValueLand$67,626Additions-Total$67,626
Tax Record2024$759 ($63 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size97,138 SqFtStyleResidentialZoningR-1:SINGLE FACountySAN DIEGOAPN141-383-25-00

Schools near 343 Verbena Drive

This home is within Borrego Springs Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Borrego Springs Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Borrego Springs Middle School
Public6 to 8

Borrego Springs High School
Public9 to 12

San Diego Workforce Innovation High
Charter9 to 12

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343 Verbena Drive is a single family home for sale in Borrego Springs, CA 92004. This property was listed for sale on November 4, 2024 by Coldwell Banker Borrego, it's currently listed at $2,950,000. It has been on the market for a total of 17 days and was last sold on August 6, 2021. This listing's school district is Borrego Springs Unified School District. Nearby schools include Borrego Springs Elementary School, Borrego Springs Middle School and Borrego Springs High School. 343 Verbena Drive is a 5-bed, 4.5-bath, 5,258 sqft single family home built in 1998.

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Borrego, Sylvana Meeks, DRE #01455729; Coldwell Banker Borrego, William Lawrence, DRE #01994475

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