18275 Serengeti
Murrieta, CA 92562
Listing broker / agent: North Star Properties · Bud Harrison · 951-961-0328 · CRMLS
MLS # SW26149523 · Last checked Oct 20, 2026 21:50 UTC
About this property
Discover the freedom of true off-grid country living with spectacular views on approximately five private acres in the desirable Tenaja area of Murrieta. This custom estate combines privacy, sustainability, and versatility, making it ideal for horse enthusiasts, multi-generational living, hobby farming, or anyone seeking a peaceful country lifestyle. The 2,727 sq. ft. main home features 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms with quality 2x6 construction, upgraded insulation, dual-zone air conditioning, a whole house fan, and a pellet stove for year-round comfort. Wood beam ceilings enhance the kitchen and great room, while the office features hardwood flooring and the remaining living areas offer durable wood-look tile. The kitchen includes granite countertops and a newer Thermador refrigerator. Enjoy energy independence with a wholly owned solar system, upgraded battery storage, and an automatic propane generator that powers the home during extended cloudy weather. A private well provides excellent-quality water, supported by two 5,000-gallon storage tanks. The main home and detached casita each have separate septic systems. Just steps from the main home is a detached, casita/converted garage measuring just under 600 square feet. Complete with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, this flexible space is ideal for extended family, guests, a rental opportunity, or a private studio. Equestrian improvements include a permitted steel-clad RCP barn with 5 stalls, tack room, plumbing, electricity, and concrete center aisle. The property also features a riding arena with bleachers, round pen, 3 large corrals with loafing sheds, and a convenient half bath near the arena. The property has been used for a therapeutic riding program. Beyond the horse facilities, the property offers room for RVs, equipment, workshops, gardens, and recreation. A predator-resistant chicken coop, open-sided pole barn, firepit, picnic area, covered front porch, and mature olive, citrus, apple, plum, fig, and pomegranate trees complete this exceptional property. Located within the Tenaja Community with no HOA or monthly dues, this rare property offers the perfect blend of self-sufficient living, quality improvements, privacy, and natural beauty just minutes from the conveniences of Murrieta.
Property details
- MLS number
- SW26149523
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 4 Beds • 3 Baths
- Living area
- 2,727 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 4.57 acres
- County
- Riverside
- Year built
- 2008
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 69
Building
- Year built
- 2008
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Architectural style
- Custom
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Entry level
- 1
- Roof
- Metal
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 1
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 3
- Main-level bathrooms
- 4
- Rooms
- Bedroom
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Propane Cooktop, Propane Oven, Propane Range, Propane Water Heater
- Interior features
- All Bedrooms Down
- Flooring
- Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Central, Propane, Pellet Stove, Solar
- Cooling
- Central Air, Whole House Fan
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Pellet Stove
- Laundry
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 0
- Garage spaces
- 0
- Pool
- None
- Patio / porch
- Front Porch
- Lot features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Agricultural, Desert Front, Horse Property, Lot Over40000 Sqft, Paved, Ranch, Trees
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Fencing
- Average Condition, Fair Condition, Split Rail, Wrought Iron
- Property outlook
- Canyon, Hills, Panoramic, Trees Woods
Utilities & community
- Water
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Utilities
- Propane
- Community features
- Biking, Foothills, Hiking, Rural
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
- Association fee
- $0.00
Schools reported in the listing
- Elementary school
- Cole
- Middle / junior school
- Thompson
- High school
- Murrieta
- High school district
- Murrieta
School information is supplied with the listing. Confirm current attendance boundaries and enrollment eligibility directly with the school district.
Price and tax history
Asking price
- Current asking price
- $1,200,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $1,200,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 05:35 | $1,200,000 |
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