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Sold for $1,035,000
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    1147 Merritt Dr, El Cajon, CA 92020

    5beds
    3,146sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1946
    1.67 Acres Lot
    $1,303,000 Zestimate®
    $329/sqft
    $5,144 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,303,000

    $1.17M - $1.45M

    $5,144/mo

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    What's special

    Welcome to a unique opportunity rarely found in the market – a 5 bedroom, 2 bath home on 1.67-acres nestled in the hills of South East El Cajon. This enchanting 1946 home combines old-world charm with modern living, offering a special blend of history and potential. Spacious rooms throughout the home, glassed in sunroom, recently re-finished pool, large yard and 3 out buildings for a workshop, hobby shop, etc. Very private location yet close to all San Diego has to offer. Feels like being in a tropical resort or private nature reserve. There is a ton of potential to make this into your dream home.....don't miss out on this one!

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    Listed by:

    Ronda Hopper DRE #01358231 Office:619-469-0700,

    Keller Williams Realty

    Bought with:

    Kay Bates, DRE #01332568

    Savina By Bosa

    Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 240000590MLS LogoOriginating MLS: sdmls_new

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Fireplace, Floor Furnace
    Cooling
    • Central Forced Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Refrigerator, Shed(s), Built In Range, Double Oven, Gas Stove, Vented Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Electric, Gas
    Features
    • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: FP in Living Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,146
    • Total interior livable area: 3,146 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 6
    • Parking features: Garage
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: 2 Story
    • Pool features: Below Ground, Private, Waterfall
    • Has spa: Yes
    • Spa features: Private w/Pool
    • Fencing: Partial
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Mountains/Hills, Trees/Woods
    Lot
    • Size: 1.67 Acres
    Details
    • Additional structures: N/K
    • Parcel number: 4932421700

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick, Stone, Wood
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Repairs Cosmetic,Updated/Remodeled
    • Year built: 1946

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Meter on Property

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: N/K
    Location
    • Region: El Cajon
    • Subdivision: EL CAJON

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/1/2025Listing removed$999,900-3.4%$318/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #230021099 Report a problem
    3/31/2025Listing removed$2,000$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    2/27/2025Listed for rent$2,000$1/sqft
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    2/27/2025Listing removed$2,000$1/sqft
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    2/24/2025Listed for rent$2,000+8.1%$1/sqft
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    12/16/2024Listing removed$1,850$1/sqft
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    11/27/2024Listed for rent$1,850$1/sqft
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    3/15/2024Sold$1,035,000+3.5%$329/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #240000590 Report a problem
    1/23/2024Pending sale$999,900$318/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #240000590 Report a problem
    1/13/2024Listed for sale$999,900$318/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #240000590 Report a problem
    12/20/2023Listing removed--
    Source: SDMLS #230021099 Report a problem
    12/11/2023Pending sale$999,900$318/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #230021099 Report a problem
    12/7/2023Listing removed--
    Source: SDMLS #230021099 Report a problem
    10/26/2023Listed for sale$999,900+14.5%$318/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #230021099 Report a problem
    5/12/2023Sold$873,000+8.9%$277/sqft
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    10/17/2019Listing removed$801,448$255/sqft
    Source: Auction.com Report a problem
    10/16/2019Price change$801,448-0.1%$255/sqft
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    10/15/2019Price change$801,867-0.3%$255/sqft
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    10/11/2019Price change$804,553+123.5%$256/sqft
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    9/27/2019Listed for sale--
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    9/8/1999Sold$360,000$114/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$12,414 +15.4%$1,055,700 +18.6%
    2024$10,756 +68%$890,460 +67.4%
    2023$6,401 +1.6%$531,806 +2%
    2022$6,302 -12.5%$521,380 +2%
    2021$7,198 +17.1%$511,158 +1%
    2020$6,148 +2%$505,917 +2%
    2019$6,025 +0.9%$495,998 +2%
    2018$5,973 +1.3%$486,273 +2%
    2017$5,897 +4.1%$476,739 +2%
    2016$5,662 +0.5%$467,392 +1.5%
    2015$5,634 +2%$460,373 +2%
    2014$5,524 $451,356 +0.5%
    2013-- $449,317 +2%
    2012-- $440,508 +2%
    2011-- $431,872 +0.8%
    2010-- $428,645 -0.2%
    2009-- $429,664 +2%
    2008-- $421,240 +2%
    2007-- $412,981 +2%
    2006-- $404,884 +2%
    2005-- $396,946 +2%
    2004-- $389,164 +1.9%
    2003-- $382,032 +2%
    2002-- $374,542 +2%
    2001-- $367,199

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    Neighborhood: 92020

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