Land For Sale in San Diego County

How to Buy Lots and Land for Sale in California

Browse lots for sale in San Diego, Riverside and rural California. When planning to build on a vacant lot for sale, there are a few essential things to look out for no matter what size lot or how you plan to use it. Buy land in San Diego with the help of an experienced backcountry real estate brokerage.

From the beginning of your search, the most important thing to remember when buying a vacant lot is location. Location impacts the desirability and usability of the land so make sure you’ve settled on a place to build first
Make sure the lot for sale includes water and sewage connections. If not, take this in to consideration and think about adding self-sufficient utilities like solar, septic system and a well.
Understand your water rights – this can make or break your ability to build a well
Make sure electricity and phone/cable service is available if this is a priority
Confirm that there is a deeded right-of-way in place for land not accessible by a public road. The deed should give you and future owners the legal right to access the land, known as an easement
Check for any property deed restrictions or open space easements that may prevent you from building your desired home or infrastructure, such as an equestrian property with all necessary facilities or a home-based agricultural property.
If the lot is in a development, ask for the restrictive covenants, if any. This will tell you the restrictions for house size and other limitations
Check with the local city or county municipality for any zoning changes in the area
Make sure there are not environmental hazards on the land for sale
Confirm the area boundary with the agent and submit for a new boundary survey if desired
If you plan to build a home or an agricultural property, talk to lenders about construction loans and agricultural loans.

What Determines a Legal Lot For Sale?

In the County of San Diego, a parcel must be a legal lot to render it buildable. Having an APN (Assessor’s Parcel Number) does not necessarily mean it is a legal parcel (lot). For instance, some lots that are offered for sale are discovered not to be a legal parcel during the due diligence phase. In this case, the owner must to go through the process with the County of San Diego to create a legal lot which may include: obtaining a Certificate of Compliance, or locating a Grant Deed or other document of conveyance recorded prior to February 1, 1972 that describes the perimeter of the parcel without describing any other adjacent parcel.

To learn more on this subject, here is a helpful resource to open to provide you with additional information on the Planning and Development Services Policy for determining a legal parcel prior to issuing a building permit. Remember when investigating the possibly of building on a vacant land parcel, the first step is verifying the status of the land for sale in San Diego County, then moving on to investigating items such as slope, vegetation, access, and other pertinent development issues.

5 Tips for Buying Vacant Land

Looking for help with your search for vacant property? Watch Donn Bree give 5 tips for buying land in California:

Buying Land For Sale in San Diego or Riverside County? We Can Help!

Some real estate agents may not possess any knowledge about buying lots and land for sale in California. There is a significant different between agents who know residential homes for sale, and those who know land and vacant lots for sale. Specialty clauses, negotiations, construction planning require specialized experience from a brokerage specializing in large lots of land for sale. Red Hawk Realty is the preeminent land specialist when it comes to the California backcountry.

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Our Lots and Land for Sale in California

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Desert Mountain Retreat
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$499,000
Situated along a beautiful stretch of the Palms to Pines Highway lies this topographically varied +/-145 acre desert mountain...
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High Meadow Ranch Escape
Julian, 92036
$299,000
Stunning 15+/- acre view property located in the private, gated High Meadow Ranch community of Julian, CA. Situated above...
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Wine Country Mixed Use Investment Opportunity
Plymouth, 95669
$225,000
3.34+/- acres of land in the heart of Amador County’s City of Plymouth within the Gold Country region of...

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Wine Country Home Site
Plymouth, 95669
$269,000
7.83+/- acre Wine Country Ranchette Home-site, an ideal canvas to create a personalized estate. Situated in the heart of...
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North Peak Lake View Home-site with Approved Building Plans
Julian, 92036
$350,000
READY TO BUILD YOUR MOUNTAIN DREAM HOME? This .68-acre property sits on Cuyamaca Mountain’s North Peak overlooking Lake Cuyamaca...
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High Desert Pristine Land with Spectacular Views
Julian, 92036
$100,000
Privacy. Serenity. Spectacular Mountain Views. Bordering Anza Borrego Desert State Park. Beautiful 6+/- acres of unimproved, pristine high desert...

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Ranchita Versatile Acreage
Ranchita, 92066
$295,000
40 +/- Serene & Usable Acres – Perfect for the Ranching Lifestyle! Located in the heart of the San Diego...
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Wynola Estates View Homesite
Santa Ysabel, 92070
$149,000
Located in the heart of San Diego County’s apple, wine, and gold country, lies this sprawling future home-site encompassing...
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Ramona Commercial Property
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$99,000
Located in desirable Ramona and on the Northern corner of bustling Highway 67/Main Street and Hunter Street sits 1.27+/-...

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Private Mesa Grande Homesite
Santa Ysabel, 92070
$225,000
Beautiful and Private 5.5+/- Acre Mesa Grande Homesite – This hidden gem is situated along the edge of a...
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10 +/- Acre Private Valley Escape
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$197,000
Seeking solitude, privacy, and scenic land to enjoy a quiet rural lifestyle? This beautiful 10-acre parcel for sale located...
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Margarita Glen View Sites
Fallbrook, 92028
$410,000
Situated on a southwest facing slope above Margarita Glen and comprised of 3 parcels this property offers beautiful views...

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Sensational Mountain Home Site
Garner Valley, 92561
$1,200,000
Majestic Home Site situated above 20+/- acres of gorgeous, varied terrain, this exquisite property offers unmatched beauty and is...
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Secluded Mesa Grande Home-Site
Santa Ysabel, 92070
199,000 to $229,000
Secluded, mountain home-site on 8.68 acres on the desirable North side of Mesa Grande at the base of Angel...
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Canyon Country Lane Homesite
Escondido, 92026
$250,000
Situated along a lush, verdant year-round creek, this 2.8+/- acre view homesite is surrounded by the wildlife of beautiful,...

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Cuyamaca Lake View Mountain Home Site
Julian, 92036
$199,000
Enchanting home site overlooking Lake Cuyamaca and the surrounding mountains – This thoughtfully groomed and functional property totaling nearly...
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Poway View Home Site
Poway, 92064
$349,000
32+/- acre elite estate home site located in the City of Poway at the base of Iron Mountain. This...
- RRC#322-041-07-00
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Rancho Heights View Sites
Pala, 92059
$1,400,000
One of the last large, undeveloped properties in the higher elevations of the Rancho Heights neighborhood, this 113+/- acre...

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Getaway property in Fallbrook
Fallbrook, 92028
$89,000
Getaway property, 1.83 acres located within a lovely gated community located off Pala/Pechanga Pkwy. The property has a septic...
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6 acres in Temecula Wine Country
Temecula, 92591
$425,000
Along the northern reaches of the Temecula Wine Country sits a beautiful +/-6.6 acre parcel ready to be the...
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Lake Henshaw Valley View Property
Santa Ysabel, 92070
$110,000
Charming 10+/- acre view property!! Offering a stunning panoramic perspective of the Lake Henshaw Valley, this lot for sale...

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Oak Ridge Stock Farm
Julian, 92036
$6,999,000
Located in the heart of Southern California’s pristine San Diego County Mountains, sits the 621+ acre Oak Ridge Stock...
- Bed3
- Baths2
- Sq Ft1800
- Lot Size621 Acres
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13+/- Acres of Pristine Natural Beauty, Opportunity, and Stunning Views
Valley Center, 92082
$219,500
13+/- Acres of Pristine Natural Beauty, Opportunity, and Stunning Views In the beautiful and flourishing agricultural setting of Pauma...
- RRC#NDP2109874
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18+ acres in Beautiful Volcano
Volcano, 95689
$249,000
18+ acres in Beautiful Volcano 18+ acres in beautiful Volcano, this property is two separate parcels (APN# 021-270-002 9.64ac,...

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Top of the Hill Estate
Ramona, 92065
$250,000
Top of the Hill Estate In the lush and lovely Fernbrook area south of Ramona and east of Poway,...
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Secluded 2.5-acre Mountain Home-Site
Santa Ysabel, 92070
$189,900
Tucked away in the desirable neighborhood of the Wynola Estates, lies this beautiful, secluded 2.5-acre parcel ready to be...
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OCEAN-VIEW HOMESITES & RARE INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY
Escondido, 92082
$275,000
In the exclusive gated and guarded neighborhood of Rimrock Estates in Hidden Meadows, which boasts million+ dollar homes and...

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Custom Mountain Dream Homesite
Julian, 92036
$235,000
Custom Mountain Dream Homesite Located in the prestigious Julian Estates, this stunning 4.2+/- acre parcel is ready for your...
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San Diego County Recreational Paradise
Mount Laguna, 91948
$299,000
San Diego County Recreational Paradise Rare opportunity to own pristine, expansive mountainous land in the San Diego backcountry community...
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Affordable & Usable 107+/- Acres in San Diego County
Boulevard, 91905
$249,000
Affordable & Usable 107+/- Acres in San Diego County GREAT VALUE! 107 +/- acres of pristine naturescape with usable...

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25 +/- Acre Exceptional Agricultural Opportunity
Julian, 92036
$359,000
25 +/- Acre Exceptional Agricultural Opportunity In the beautiful agricultural center of Julian, CA lies a rare offering of...
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177 +/- Acre Pristine Ranch Paradise
Ramona, 92065
$1,649,000
177 +/- Acre Pristine Ranch Paradise ~ Seller Accepting Backup Offers ~ In the lush agricultural heart of the...
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Pine Hills Homesite
Julian, 92036
$229,000
Pine Hills Homesite This easily accessible, partially developed 4.2 +/- acre Pine Hills parcel offers exceptional views of the...
- RRC#NDP2102136

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10 +/- Acres In Ramona With Views
Ramona, 92065
$199,000
10 +/- Acres In Ramona With Views This 10+/- acre Ramona property in the 4Corners region just outside the...
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Beautiful Ramona Property Home Site
Ramona, 92065
$210,000
Beautiful Ramona Property Home Site This ~3.06 acre property consisting of 2 APNs on the western edge of Ramona...
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Pristine Undeveloped Land - 160 Usable Acres
Ranchita, 92066
$399,000
Pristine Undeveloped Land – 160 Usable Acres Pristine Undeveloped land for sale – 160 Usable Acres. Ideal for Development,...

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Wine Country Versatile Investment Opportunity
Plymouth, 95669
$1,995,000
Wine Country Versatile Investment Opportunity 89+/- acres in the heart of Amador County’s City of Plymouth within the Gold...
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Eagle Crest Property 21 Acres
Ramona, 92065
$199,900
Welcome to the Highland Valley Wine Country. 21 acres of unlimited vista with an additional 8.31 acres for purchase....
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Eagle Crest Property 8.31 Acres
Ramona, 92065
$149,000
Welcome to the Highland Valley Wine Country. 21 acres of unlimited vista with an additional 8.31 acres for purchase. Each...

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Stunning Views and Opportunity on 123 +/- Acres
Lakeside, 92040
$549,000
Stunning Views and Opportunity on 123+/- Acres Stunning, panoramic views throughout with an ocean view on a clear day!...
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Multi-Home Building Site With Incredible Views
Escondido, 92026
$295,000
Multi-Home Building Site With Incredible Views VIEWS with an INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNITY!!! Priced significantly below market value! 12.84 acre exclusive...
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Southern California Ranch Land Retreat
Santa Ysabel, 92070
$550,000
Southern California Ranch Land Retreat 80+/- ACRE of scenic range land located in the historic San Diego County ranching...
- Sq Ft965
- Lot Size80 Acres

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40 Acres in Beautiful Ranchita Valley
Ranchita, 92066
$75,000
40 Acres in Beautiful Ranchita Valley Hike or ride up through this beautiful valley to stand at-top massive boulders...
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Home Site With Gorgeous Views
Julian, 92036
$139,000
A beautiful Julian home site overlooking Lake Cuyamaca and the surrounding mountains can be yours. Contiguous property is also...
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Paradise In Poway
Poway, 92064
$1,150,000
PARADISE IN POWAY 80+/- acre elite estate home site located in the City of Poway near Iron Mountain. This...

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Granite Mountain 187 Acre Ranch
Julian, 92036
$359,000
Stunningly beautiful ranch property with numerous roads, locked gate, very few neighbors. This off-grid property boasts a pond, water-spring,...
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Ramona Agricultural Acreage
Ramona, 92065
$699,000
A cultivators dream property awaits at this 9+ acres farm land property located in the heart of Ramona. Flat,...
- RRC#190056573
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4.2 Acres Japatul Valley
Alpine, 91901
$330,000
Exciting opportunity awaits at this 4.2-acre land/lot for sale is located in the exclusive Rancho Japatul Estates. Situated within...
- RRC#190058652

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10.81 Acres Japatul Valley
Alpine, 91901
$250,000
Exciting opportunity awaits at this 10.81-acre property located in the exclusive Rancho Japatul Estates. Situated within the Japatul Valley...
- RRC#190058652
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Japatul Valley Acreage
Alpine, 91901
$500,000
A rare and exciting opportunity awaits at this 15-acre property located in the exclusive Rancho Japatul Estates. Situated within...
- RRC#190058646
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Sutter Creek Agricultural Opportunity
Sutter Creek, 95685
$2,500,000
Sutter Creek Agricultural Opportunity 347+/- acre Unique Ranching & Agricultural Investment Opportunity in the heart of Amador County’s...
- Bed1
- Sq FtN/A
- Lot Size347 Acres

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Mesa Grande Lake View Home Site
Santa Ysabel, 92070
$265,000
Incredible views make this 11+ acre home site the perfect canvas to create your full-time residence or private weekend...
- RRC#200001733
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Incredible Fallbrook Homesite
Fallbrook, 92028
$269,000
Incredible Fallbrook Homesite 17+ Acre Elevated Estate Fallbrook Home-site rich with opportunity and features incredible panoramic VIEWS! Enjoy vast...
- RRC#NDP2108471
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Ranching Investment Opportunity
Sutter Creek, 95685
$1,400,000
Amador County Ranching & Agricultural Investment Opportunity Ideal investment opportunity awaits at this rare 146.97 acre former vineyard &...
- BathsN/A
- Sq FtN/A
- Lot Size146.97 Acres

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9.47 Acres Beautiful Ramona View
Ramona, 92065
$150,000
Parcel #23: 9.47 Acres Beautiful Ramona View MOTIVATED SELLER!!! Price Reduced! Sitting on 9.46 acres in sunny Ramona, this...
- BedN/A
- BathsN/A
- Sq FtN/A
- Lot Size9.47 Acres
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34 Acres on Ramona Highlands
Ramona, 92065
$125,000
This interesting, undeveloped 34 acres is located on the corner of Hwy 78 and Ramona Highlands Rd offers easy...
- BedN/A
- BathsN/A
- RRC#170002431
- Sq FtN/A
- Lot Size34 Acres