36350 Butterfly Peak Road
Mountain Center, CA 92561
Listing broker / agent: Compass · Jessica McAnallen · CRMLS
MLS # 219154235DA · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 07:58 UTC
About this property
Tucked away in the scenic beauty of Mountain Center, this private retreat offers the kind of peace, space, and mountain lifestyle that s getting harder and harder to find. Set on usable land with beautiful natural surroundings, this property feels private and serene while still being within reach of the Coachella Valley. Sitting up on top of the hill, the home takes full advantage of the views looking out over the landscape below. One of the best parts of the property is the large front porch, made for rocking chairs, morning coffee, quiet conversations, and taking in the fresh mountain air at sunset. Built by the current owner and thoughtfully designed for comfortable everyday living, this rare single-story home sits atop the hill and takes full advantage of the breathtaking views overlooking the beautiful Garner Valley landscape below. A walk-up accessible porch, and extra-wide doorways that can accommodate wheelchair access. Inside, the home feels light, warm, and inviting with large windows, abundant natural light, and an open layout that makes everyday living easy and comfortable. The kitchen offers plenty of cabinetry and workspace while flowing naturally into the main living areas, creating a welcoming space for gathering with family and friends. The bedrooms are generously sized and provide flexibility for guests, a home office, or full-time mountain living. Outside is where the property really shines. The usable land offers endless possibilities with a flat area below that would be perfect for a future barn, workshop, additional garage, or expanded outdoor setup. Whether you have horses, animals, toys, or simply want room to breathe, this property gives you the flexibility to create the lifestyle you want. Located within the Garner Valley community, known as an equestrian haven, residents enjoy approximately 26 miles of private horse riding trails, a community arena, round pen, and a community building that brings neighbors together throughout the year. Garner Valley is loved for its wide-open spaces, four-season climate, riding lifestyle, and strong sense of community. Quiet mornings, star-filled skies, and incredible views make this property feel like a true escape from the busy pace of everyday life. A rare opportunity to own a thoughtfully built home in one of Southern California s most unique mountain communities.
Property details
- MLS number
- 219154235DA
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 3 Beds • 4 Baths
- Living area
- 3,064 (area; units unconfirmed)
- Lot size
- 4.83 acres
- County
- Riverside
- Year built
- 1991
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 1
Building
- Year built
- 1991
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 1
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 2
- Quarter bathrooms
- 0
Rooms & interior
- Rooms
- Entry Foyer, Family Room, Great Room, Living Room
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Ice Maker
- Flooring
- Carpet, Wood
- Heating
- Central, Fireplaces
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 3
- Garage spaces
- 3
- Carport spaces
- 0
- Parking
- Driveway
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Lot features
- Back Yard, Front Yard, Horse Property, Planned Unit Development, Yard
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Fencing
- Vinyl
- Property outlook
- Mountains, Valley, Trees Woods
Utilities & community
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Association amenities
- Clubhouse, Horse Trails, Management
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $425.00
- Association fee frequency
- Semi Annually
Schools reported in the listing
- Elementary school
- Hemet
- Middle / junior school
- Diamond Valley
- High school
- West Valley
- High school district
- Hemet Unified
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Nearby public schools
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| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Hemet Unified · Anza | Not reported | 3.7 mi |
| Hamilton (school website, opens in a new tab) Hemet Unified · Anza | 6–12 | 3.9 mi |
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $898,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $898,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 12, 2026 23:44 | $898,000 |
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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