
El Cajon, California 92020
This Modernized Mount Merritt Retreat is a High-Potential Investment Opportunity, listed at $899,000—positioned well below the $930,720 Fair Market Value by 3%. This valuation gap provides $31,720 in Instant Equity. Boasting an Excellent Condition Rating, the home features a 19-foot cantina door opening to 280-degree panoramic views, quartz countertops, and smart technology. Situated in the Cajon Valley Union district, the 3/4-acre lot includes RV parking and approved plans for a master suite. This is ideal for Owner-Occupants seeking a turnkey sanctuary or lifestyle-driven buyers.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
Although originally built in 1952, the property has undergone an extensive recent renovation within the last few years, featuring high-end modern upgrades. Key features include a 19-foot cantina door, quartz countertops, luxury vinyl flooring, and a fully updated spa-style bathroom. The inclusion of smart home technology, new appliances, and updated electrical (50-amp plugs) indicates that all major components meet current quality standards with no visible deferred maintenance.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 36154, living area = 1176.
The property boasts a rare 280-degree panorama of city lights and mountains, highlighted by a 19-foot cantina door that creates a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience.
This move-in ready residence features high-end finishes including quartz countertops, smart color-changing lighting, and dual 50-amp plugs for EV or RV charging.
Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 3, other record bedroom count = 2.
With only one existing bathroom for a three-bedroom home, the current configuration may pose a challenge for families or guests until the planned expansion is completed.
At 1,176 square feet, the interior footprint is relatively small for a three-bedroom home, which may limit furniture layouts and overall indoor spaciousness.
Possibly the most epic view in all of San Diego, this Mount Merritt retreat offers a breathtaking 280 degree panorama view of city lights and mountains. Slide open the 19-ft cantina door and watch the sunset from your very own private deck. This move in ready home has many modern upgraded including: Quartz countertops, luxury vinyl flooring, Smart color changing lighting throughout the entire house, Spa-style bath, Bluetooth bathroom speaker, Ecobee temperature control, High capacity washer and dryer, 50-amp plugs in garage and outside for EV/RV, New garage door, Secret fireplace mantel, Hunter Douglas sheer shades and much more! With a 2-car garage, massive driveway, space for RV parking, newly landscaped 3/4-acre lot and approved plans for a master bathroom suite, this is a must see. This is a very unique home that makes every day feel like a getaway. Owner took exceptional care of this home and it shows! PLEASE DO NOT STEP ONTO PROPERTY WITHOUT A SCHEDULED SHOWING APPT.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 1.0 | 2.0 | 12% |
| Square foot | 1,176 | 1,900 | 17% |
| Lot Size | 36,154.801 | 9,500 | 93% |
| Price | $899.0K | $930.0K | 43% |
| Price per sq ft | $764 | $524 | 96% |
| Built year | 1952 | 1965 | 21% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 53 | 153 | 11% |
Feb 28, 2026
$899,000
Initial Listing
Apr 7, 2023
$812,000
Public Record
Jan 14, 2022
$600,000
Public Record
May 1, 1998
$153,000
Public Record
Feb 4, 1997
$135,000
Public Record