Julian Homes under $350,000

Welcome to Julian, California – a charming mountain town nestled in the heart of San Diego County. Known for its rich history, stunning natural landscapes, and vibrant apple orchards, Julian offers a unique blend of rustic charm and modern convenience. Just a short drive from the bustling city of San Diego, this quaint town provides an idyllic retreat for those seeking tranquility amidst nature.

Julian is famed for its picturesque streets lined with historic buildings, quaint shops, and delightful eateries that serve up delicious homemade apple pie – a local specialty! The surrounding mountains offer an abundance of outdoor activities, from hiking and biking to horseback riding, making it a paradise for nature enthusiasts. With its crisp mountain air and breathtaking views, Julian is the perfect place to call home.

For those considering a move to this enchanting town, you’ll be pleased to know that there are homes available for under $350,000. Whether you’re looking for a cozy cabin, a charming cottage, or a quaint bungalow, Julian has a variety of options that cater to different lifestyles and budgets. These affordable homes provide an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers, retirees, or anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life without breaking the bank.

With its warm community spirit, rich history, and stunning surroundings, Julian is not just a place to live – it’s a lifestyle. Come explore the possibilities and discover your dream home in this beautiful mountain retreat!

Newest Julian Homes under $350,000

$300,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ CV26207205 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Discover a true󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 value-add opportunity in the heart of Julians historic mountain community. Set on 4.79 acres of land, this 2-bed, 1-bath manufactured home (built 1968, approx. 800 sq ft) offers multiple pathways for renovation, expansion, or redevelopment. The propertys wide-open setting captures the beautiful views of the surrounding Cuyamaca and Volcan Mountain ranges, known for their crisp air, star-filled nights, and four-season charm. Julian is famous for its apple orchards, gold-rush history, and small-town character, attracting year-round visitors for hiking, cider tasting, and the iconic Julian apple pie. This parcel sits just minutes from town yet feels worlds awayideal for buyers seeking privacy, nature, and a project with measurable upside. The acreage supports potential for ADU/JADU, additional structures, or a modern manufactured replacement (buyer to verify with County). Whether you envision a weekend retreat, rental investment, or a full rebuild, this property delivers the rare combination of mountain serenity, usable land, and strong value-add potential in one of San Diego Countys most beloved rural destinations. Discover a true value-add opportunity in the heart of Julians historic mountain community. Set on 4.79 acres of land, this 2-bed, 1-bath manufactured home (built 1968, approx. 800 sq ft) offers multiple pathways for renovation, expansion, or redevelopment. The propertys wide-open setting captures the beautiful views of the surrounding Cuyamaca and Volcan Mountain ranges, known for their crisp air, star-filled nights, and four-season charm. Julian is famous for its apple orchards, gold-rush history, and small-town character, attracting year-round visitors for hiking, cider tasting, and the iconic Julian apple pie. This parcel sits just minutes from town yet feels worlds awayideal for buyers seeking privacy, nature, and a project with measurable upside. The acreage supports potential for ADU/JADU, additional structures, or a modern manufactured replacement (buyer to verify with County). Whether you envision a weekend retreat, rental investment, or a full rebuild, this property delivers the rare combination of mountain serenity, usable land, and strong value-add potential in one of San Diego Countys most beloved rural destinations.

3580 Hwy 78, Julian

$350,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 260019307 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Escape the city and come home to a mountain cabin in Kentwood in the Pines, Julian, CA. Set on approximately a 1/2 acre of wooded land at 4,226 ft elevation, this 400 sq ft vertical log cabin carries the kind of rugged character that modern builds simply don't replicate. Inside, a wood-burning fireplace anchors a large living room built for slow mornings and cool mountain evenings. A private bedroom offers quiet, restful nights. A 1/2 acre of oaks, pines, and manzanita in the San Diego backcountry — just minutes from Cuyamaca Lake. Step outside to the sitting area and watch the wild turkeys make their daily rounds through the property — a little slice of mountain life that never gets old. Less than 5 minutes to downtown Julian's historic Main Street, apple pie bakeries, local wineries, and Cuyamaca Mountains hiking trails. One hour from downtown San Diego. Full-time residence, weekend retreat, or vacation rental in one of San Diego County's most established mountain communities. Julian is a charming historic town nestled in the Cuyamaca Mountains, about an hour east of San Diego. Known for its small-town charm, gold rush history, and famous apple orchards, Julian is a popular getaway for those looking to enjoy fresh mountain air, scenic landscapes, and a slower pace of life. Real estate in Julian ranges from historic cabins to modern mountain retreats, making it an ideal location for those looking for a peaceful, nature-filled lifestyle with easy access to San Diego and Orange County

2727 Lakeview Dr, Julian

$225,800

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ NDP2606459 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

This is not a living residence. It is a storage structure. Privacy abounds this 12.78 all usable and surveyed acres that are partially fenced and off of County Maintained S2. The property is well suited for your animals or desert toys and ride on your own property. You will appreciate the detached storage buildings, private well with water storage tank and your very own bunker. Note attached Property Summary and Title reports. TENANT Occupied property. This is not a living residence. It is a storage structure. Privacy abounds this 12.78 all usable and surveyed acres that are partially fenced and off of County Maintained S2. The property is well suited for your animals or desert toys and ride on your own property. You will appreciate the detached storage buildings, private well with water storage tank and your very own bunker. Note attached Property Summary and Title reports. TENANT Occupied property.

33633 Great Southern, Julian

$225,000

1 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260016169 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Na BLDG.

An affordable entry point into Julian backcountry living — 7273 Hard Scramble Trail is a move-in ready 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home on 1.05 acres in Shelter Valley, just minutes from Julian Main Street and the sweeping landscapes of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. Enjoy small-town charm and outdoor adventure without sacrificing convenience. Browse Julian's famous shops, apple orchards, and restaurants, then head east into one of California's most stunning desert parks — all from your own private retreat. The home sits on a generous acre-plus lot with a private well, offering self-sufficient rural living with no water bills and no shared infrastructure. Move-in ready, this is an ideal investment property, vacation getaway, or full-time residence in one of San Diego County's most beloved backcountry communities. Please note: this property is a manufactured home without a recorded 433A and is not on a permanent foundation.

7273 Hard Scramble Trl, Julian

14925 Great Overland Stage Rte Unit A4, Julian

$110,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ND26141856 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Butterfield BLDG.

Nearly brand new and a wonderful size and layout - You will be hard-pressed to find a better value! Butterfield is a charming, remote community in the lower desert elevation of Julian, San Diego County. An all-ages park, you will find so much space and freedom to live/work from home/retire/enjoy a life of leisure, and the living costs are low enough; this could even function as just a seasonal or part-time residence. The front office offers mail service, there is a laundry facility, a few pools, space to garden, bbq with your neighbors, and you are surrounded by some of the most stunning desertscape and dramatic mountain backdrop views you will ever see. You are only about a 20 minute drive up the hill to Julian, proper, and it's a gorgeous, trafficless commute to just about anywhere you want to be, be it the city of San Diego, Temecula, El Centro area, Borrego Springs, etc. Plenty of financing options with about 5% of your purchase price as a down payment, and your space rent is only $550/month. Apply today! Nearly brand new and a wonderful size and layout - You will be hard-pressed to find a better value! Butterfield is a charming, remote community in the lower desert elevation of Julian, San Diego County. An all-ages park, you will find so much space and freedom to live/work from home/retire/enjoy a life of leisure, and the living costs are low enough; this could even function as just a seasonal or part-time residence. The front office offers mail service, there is a laundry facility, a few pools, space to garden, bbq with your neighbors, and you are surrounded by some of the most stunning desertscape and dramatic mountain backdrop views you will ever see. You are only about a 20 minute drive up the hill to Julian, proper, and it's a gorgeous, trafficless commute to just about anywhere you want to be, be it the city of San Diego, Temecula, El Centro area, Borrego Springs, etc. Plenty of financing options with about 5% of your purchase price as a down payment, and your space rent is only $550/month. Apply today!

14925 Great Overland Stage Rte Unit A4, Julian

14925 Great Southern Overland Stage Rte Unit A12, Julian

$34,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ NDP2604328 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Butterfield BLDG.

Completely remodeled 1 bedroom/1 bathroom Manufactured Home in Butterfield Community just outside of Julian. Butterfield is a Manufactured Home & RV community in Mason Valley near Julian surrounded by the beautiful Anza Borrego desert. Amenities include a general store, 3 swimming pools, clubhouse and nearby recreational trails. This is a family-friendly, all-ages park within the Julian school district with on-site bus pick up/drop off! Space rent is $500. Financing may be available with as little as 10% down. 6 MONTHS FREE SPACE RENT WITH CASH PURCHASE. Completely remodeled 1 bedroom/1 bathroom Manufactured Home in Butterfield Community just outside of Julian. Butterfield is a Manufactured Home & RV community in Mason Valley near Julian surrounded by the beautiful Anza Borrego desert. Amenities include a general store, 3 swimming pools, clubhouse and nearby recreational trails. This is a family-friendly, all-ages park within the Julian school district with on-site bus pick up/drop off! Space rent is $500. Financing may be available with as little as 10% down. 6 MONTHS FREE SPACE RENT WITH CASH PURCHASE.

14925 Great Southern Overland Stage Rte Unit A12, Julian

14925 Great Southern Overland Stage Rte Unit SPC D17, Julian

$124,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ NDP2603314 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Butterfield BLDG.

Brand new Fleetwood󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 Manufactured Home in Butterfield Community just outside of Julian. Butterfield is a Manufactured Home & RV community in Mason Valley near Julian surrounded by the beautiful Anza Borrego desert. Amenities include a general store, 3 swimming pools, clubhouse and nearby recreational trails. This is a family-friendly, all-ages park within the Julian school district with on-site bus pick up/drop off! Space rent is $650. Financing may be available with as little as 10% down. 2 parking spaces are included, additional vehicles $50 per month. 6 MONTHS FREE SPACE RENT WITH CASH PURCHASE. Brand new Fleetwood Manufactured Home in Butterfield Community just outside of Julian. Butterfield is a Manufactured Home & RV community in Mason Valley near Julian surrounded by the beautiful Anza Borrego desert. Amenities include a general store, 3 swimming pools, clubhouse and nearby recreational trails. This is a family-friendly, all-ages park within the Julian school district with on-site bus pick up/drop off! Space rent is $650. Financing may be available with as little as 10% down. 2 parking spaces are included, additional vehicles $50 per month. 6 MONTHS FREE SPACE RENT WITH CASH PURCHASE.

14925 Great Southern Overland Stage Rte Unit SPC D17, Julian

$269,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ NDP2601946 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Private 12.78 acre desert retreat in Mason Valley with direct gate access to thousands of acres of Federal BLM land and bordering Anza Borrego Desert State Park. Properties with direct access to protected desert on both sides are rare. Just out your back gate is expansive public land with miles of surrounding terrain for hiking, exploring, and desert recreation. The property offers sweeping mountain views, open landscape, and quiet surroundings while still being within reach of Julian and nearby desert destinations. A key feature of the property is the strong private well, last tested at over 16 gallons per minute and confirmed pathogen free. Reliable water is a major advantage in this region. The charming 2-bedroom, 2 bathroom manufactured home provides comfortable living as a full time residence, weekend retreat, or desert basecamp. The home is currently arranged to sleep six. The newer furnishings can be included if desired so the next owner can begin enjoying the property immediately. Additional improvements include a detached laundry room, mature eucalyptus trees that provide shade and character, and a 40-foot-high cube shipping container offering substantial storage for equipment, tools, or recreational gear. Starlink internet has been successfully used at the property. Located just outside the historic town of Julian, known for its small-town charm, apple orchards, and designation as an International Dark Sky Community. The area is recognized for its clear night skies and exceptional stargazing. Nearby Agua Caliente County Park and Anza-Borrego Desert State Park offe Private 12.78 acre desert retreat in Mason Valley with direct gate access to thousands of acres of Federal BLM land and bordering Anza Borrego Desert State Park. Properties with direct access to protected desert on both sides are rare. Just out your back gate is expansive public land with miles of surrounding terrain for hiking, exploring, and desert recreation. The property offers sweeping mountain views, open landscape, and quiet surroundings while still being within reach of Julian and nearby desert destinations. A key feature of the property is the strong private well, last tested at over 16 gallons per minute and confirmed pathogen free. Reliable water is a major advantage in this region. The charming 2-bedroom, 2 bathroom manufactured home provides comfortable living as a full time residence, weekend retreat, or desert basecamp. The home is currently arranged to sleep six. The newer furnishings can be included if desired so the next owner can begin enjoying the property immediately. Additional improvements include a detached laundry room, mature eucalyptus trees that provide shade and character, and a 40-foot-high cube shipping container offering substantial storage for equipment, tools, or recreational gear. Starlink internet has been successfully used at the property. Located just outside the historic town of Julian, known for its small-town charm, apple orchards, and designation as an International Dark Sky Community. The area is recognized for its clear night skies and exceptional stargazing. Nearby Agua Caliente County Park and Anza-Borrego Desert State Park offer extensive outdoor recreation. This is being sold as vacant land with the mobile home to convey as personal property.

33575 Overland Stage Rte, Julian

14925 Great Overland Stage Rte Unit A13, Julian

$22,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ ND25265911 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Butterfield Ranch Trailer Park BLDG.

This might not󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 be your forever home, but it will forever be a super cool, incredibly good bargain, either for just starting out or maybe for making a fresh start. Imagine the sun coming up in the new day over the desert, illuminating the stunning mountain backdrop of Julian in the distance (only about a 20 min drive up to Julian proper) and remember, when this escrow closes, this home will be yours, and that means it's yours to live in and enjoy. Maybe in the future, you can take it to another park or to your own plot of land. Or keep it here. It's YOURS. The space rent here is $550 a month, and you pay for utilities separately based on your usage. Your the patio area is private and already has a large storage shed. There is space to park one or two cars, and additional storage can possibly be arranged with park management. Bright kitchen with custom desert artwork and newer appliances Private bedroom with mountain views and soft natural light Vinyl plank flooring and fresh paint throughout 3 Community pools, palm trees, and tranquil stargazing nights On-site vending, vintage western charm, and hiking and adventure right outside your door Check your map, come cruise the area and see if it's a good fit, and give us a call :) This might not be your forever home, but it will forever be a super cool, incredibly good bargain, either for just starting out or maybe for making a fresh start. Imagine the sun coming up in the new day over the desert, illuminating the stunning mountain backdrop of Julian in the distance (only about a 20 min drive up to Julian proper) and remember, when this escrow closes, this home will be yours, and that means it's yours to live in and enjoy. Maybe in the future, you can take it to another park or to your own plot of land. Or keep it here. It's YOURS. The space rent here is $550 a month, and you pay for utilities separately based on your usage. Your the patio area is private and already has a large storage shed. There is space to park one or two cars, and additional storage can possibly be arranged with park management. Bright kitchen with custom desert artwork and newer appliances Private bedroom with mountain views and soft natural light Vinyl plank flooring and fresh paint throughout 3 Community pools, palm trees, and tranquil stargazing nights On-site vending, vintage western charm, and hiking and adventure right outside your door Check your map, come cruise the area and see if it's a good fit, and give us a call :)

14925 Great Overland Stage Rte Unit A13, Julian

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