897 Leland Place, El Cajon, California 92019, El Cajon, 92019 - 3 bed, 2 bath
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El Cajon, California 92019
This Hybrid Residential Property is a Strong Value Opportunity, listed at $1,250,000—positioned well below the $1,259,571 Fair Market Value by 0.76%. This valuation gap offers $9,571 in Instant Equity. Featuring a 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout with a newly renovated pool, macadamia nut orchard, and an additional 0.48-acre parcel, the home maintains a Condition Rating of 3. It is an ideal acquisition for Owner-Occupants seeking a private estate or Investors looking to leverage the significant development potential.
Property is move-in ready.
While originally built in 1950, the property has been well-maintained and significantly updated. Key renovations include a kitchen with solid hickory cabinets and Silestone counters, an updated primary bath, and a modern mini-split HVAC system. Recent cosmetic improvements like new carpet, paint, and a newly renovated pool/patio area make the home move-in ready and functional.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 60112, living area = 1600.
The sale includes an additional 0.48-acre parcel with a prior perk test, offering a rare opportunity to build a second residence or guest house on the 1.38-acre total lot.
The property features a unique macadamia nut orchard, diverse fruit trees, and a newly renovated pool and patio area, providing a private, resort-style atmosphere with panoramic views.
Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =60112, other record lot size in square feet = 39204.
At 1,600 square feet, the home's interior living space is relatively small for a property at this price point and may require expansion to match the scale of the land.
The secondary parcel's building viability relies on a dated 2007 perk test and 'grandfathered' status, necessitating thorough buyer investigation to confirm current construction feasibility.
Watch the fireworks from your own yard or pool! A Rare Find: .9 ac. View Property in the County of San Diego (but close to the City), with a Macadamia Nut Orchard and an Additional .48 ac. Parcel. Here is your chance to own a one of a kind property in the county of San Diego, w/ a newly renovated pool and patio. This one level, 1,600 sq. ft., 3 BR/2 BA home has been updated & sits on .9 acres with views overlooking El Cajon and surrounding mountains. It comes w/ an oversized, 3 car garage with 10 ft. roll up doors. This home has a large living Room, with a wood burning fireplace & pellet stove insert, a heat & cool mini split system, new solar shades, carpet, paint, & XL windows & vaulted ceilings that maximize the view. The kitchen has track lighting, solid hickory cabinets with built-in slide out shelves, silestone counter tops, a center island with gas cooktop, s/s refrigerator, a full size Dbl oven with convection, & a Bosch dishwasher with a third rack. The kitchen is open to the dining room, & has cathedral ceilings. There’s a large laundry room/pantry with a washer/gas dryer, second refrigerator, & storage shelves. The primary bedroom has an updated bath, new carpet & paint, an XL walk-in closet & French doors. The property has a newly renovated, fully fenced pool w/water fountain features, a covered patio, new sod with sprinklers, an XL backyard space w/horse shoe pits, huge parking areas including an RV Pad w/30 amps & water, 2 sheds for extra storage, a fenced in garden area, fruit trees (orange, lemon, peach, nectarine, & fruit cocktail), pomegranates, grapevines, & a large macadamia nut orchard. Additionally included: is parcel #493-120-66 which is on the N. end of parcel #493-120-65 & has a Washington Plc. address. This parcel is .48 acres & is currently grandfathered in with Parcel #493-120-65, so the property’s legal description shows both parcels together for a total of 1.38 acres. A Perk Test was done in 2007 for parcel #493-120-66 for a 2 BR w/garage or a 3 BR w/garage. The property has been surveyed & the markers are in. Both parcels are being sold together for one great price! Buyers to do their due diligence in determining what, if any other structures can be built on the property. If you are looking for a private home, with amazing views, & property with a lot of potential, it's a must-see. Bring all offers.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 3.0 | 48% |
| Square foot | 1,600 | 1,970 | 36% |
| Lot Size | 60,112.801 | 10,114.9 | 90% |
| Price | $1.25M | $992.0K | 74% |
| Price per sq ft | $781 | $522 | 99% |
| Built year | 1950 | 1980 | 2% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 15 | 142 | 4% |
May 22, 2026
$1,250,000
Initial Listing
Apr 2, 2004
$400,000
Public Record