5021 Bluff Place, El Cajon, California 92020, El Cajon, 92020 - 4 bed, 3 bath
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5021 Bluff Place
El Cajon, California 92020
ACTIVE
CONDITION: EXCELLENT
4Beds
3Baths
2,732Sq Ft
44,900Lot Size
Property Price
LIST PRICE$2,200,000
SUMMARY
Analysis of 5021 Bluff Place, El Cajon, California 92020 is currently available with a list price of $2,200,000. The property maintains a Excellent Condition Rating (95/100), indicating excellent structural integrity and modern finishes throughout. This turnkey property requires minimal updates and is ready for immediate occupancy. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the El Cajon Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Condition Analysis
See Full ReportOVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Excellent
TeardownExcellent
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
Despite the 1974 build date, the property has undergone significant recent renovations including a contemporary kitchen and updated bathrooms with modern fixtures and stone countertops. The inclusion of owned solar panels and the pristine condition of the architectural details, pool, and grounds indicate a high level of maintenance and recent capital improvements, meeting the criteria for a mint-condition, move-in ready home.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- High Available Lot Utilization
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 44900, living area = 2732.
- Architectural Pedigree
Designed by Colin J. Lunt and featuring a custom James Hubbell carved door, this estate offers unique artistic value and mid-century modern elegance that appeals to architectural enthusiasts.
- Exceptional Outdoor Living
The property boasts 180-degree mountain and city light views, a black-bottom pool, a bocce court, and a bountiful fruit orchard on a sprawling one-acre lot.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- High Maintenance Requirements
The expansive 44,900 sqft lot with mature plantings and a large orchard requires significant ongoing landscaping and upkeep to maintain its 'masterwork' status.
- Inconsistent School Ratings
While the elementary and high schools are highly rated, the middle school and alternative high school options show lower performance scores, which may concern education-focused buyers.
About 5021 Bluff Place
The Cory Residence by Colin J. Lunt is a masterwork of elegance and serenity. Surrounded by mature plantings, this Horizon Hills estate, featured in San Diego Magazine, will wow your guests as they arrive through an impeccable carved front door by sculptor James Hubbell. Revel in the best design elements of the 1970s, and those of today including a contemporary kitchen, black-bottom pool, owned-solar and loads of recent updates. Enjoy 180-degree views of the mountains in the daytime and evening-lights views after sunset poolside or from the Bocce court. Delight your friends, family and neigbhors with an array of delicious fruit from the bountiful orchard.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1974
- Lot Size
- 44,900 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 4
- Total Bathrooms
- 3 (3 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
El Cajon Unified Schools
Fuerte Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.8 mi
8/10
Hillsdale Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 1.9 mi
6/10
Valhalla High School
Grades 9-12 • 1.9 mi
8/10
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 3.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 2,732 | 1,609.157 |
| Lot Size | 44,900 | 9,601.53 |
| Price | $2.20M | $869.6K |
| Price per sq ft | $805 | $528 |
| Built year | 1974 | 1970 |
| HOA | $0 | $191 |
| Days on market | 10 | 40 |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Aug 30, 2026
$2,200,000
Initial Listing
Sold
Nov 13, 2023
$1,700,000
Public Record