Welcome to 886 Singing Trails Drive, a truly special single level custom estate set on an expansive and all usable 1.06 acre lot in El Cajon. Offering approximately 4,006 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, this 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom residence combines generous proportions with the comfort and convenience of single level living. The versatile floor plan features five spacious bedrooms, a dedicated office, and a private gym, providing exceptional flexibility for everyday living, working from home, and entertaining. The single level design offers easy accessibility throughout the home, convenient everyday living without stairs, and a seamless connection between the interior spaces and expansive outdoor areas. At the heart of the property is an impressive outdoor setting with a huge pool and spa, creating a private retreat for relaxing, gathering, and enjoying the Southern California lifestyle. Additional features include 62 owned solar panels and a fire sprinkler system, adding valuable functionality and peace of mind. With abundant usable land, a substantial custom home, resort style outdoor amenities, and a thoughtfully designed single level floor plan, this property offers a rare combination of space, flexibility, comfort, and privacy. A unique opportunity to own an estate sized property with room to enjoy the outdoors while remaining close to everything El Cajon and San Diego have to offer.
For sale
Listed by: eXp Realty of Southern CA • Chris Heller • Contact: 310-480-3877
$1,750,000
886 Singing Trails Dr, El Cajon, CA 92019
5beds
4,006sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1966
1.06 Acres Lot
$1,696,100 Zestimate®
$437/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 38 days
- 1,873
- 74
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Chris Heller DRE #00851991 310-480-3877,
eXp Realty of Southern CA,
Morgan Ralls DRE #01703340 310-480-3877,
eXp Realty of Southern CA
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NDP2608265
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- All Bedrooms Down
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,006 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 5
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Front Door
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Solar Heat
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 1.06 Acres
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 5150821200
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1966
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Street Lights, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: El Cajon
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $437/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $590,743
- Date on market: 9/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 39 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$1,696,100
$1.61M - $1.78M
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,750,000-2.2%$437/sqft |
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| 9/1/2026 | Listing removed | $1,790,000$447/sqft |
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| 8/29/2026 | Price change | $1,790,000-5.3%$447/sqft |
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| 8/13/2026 | Price change | $1,890,000-5.5%$472/sqft |
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| 7/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,999,000+28457.1%$499/sqft |
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| 12/9/1996 | Sold | $7,000$2/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $590,743 +2% |
| 2025 | $7,220 -0.6% | $579,161 +2% |
| 2024 | $7,261 +2.5% | $567,806 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,083 +1.5% | $556,673 +2% |
| 2022 | $6,979 +1.3% | $545,759 +2% |
| 2021 | $6,888 +1% | $535,059 +1% |
| 2020 | $6,817 +9.6% | $529,574 +2% |
| 2019 | $6,221 -1.8% | $519,192 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,334 +1.3% | $509,013 +2% |
| 2017 | $6,253 +4.1% | $499,033 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,010 +0.5% | $489,249 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,979 +2% | $481,901 +2% |
| 2014 | $5,864 | $472,462 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $470,328 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $461,107 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $452,067 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $448,689 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $449,756 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $440,939 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $432,294 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $423,819 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $415,510 +27.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $325,234 +63.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $198,592 +6.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $186,170 +3.8% |
| 2001 | -- | $179,285 |
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