Rarely available private hilltop retreat offering the perfect blend of country living with city convenience, just minutes from the freeway. Situated on 4.85 acres fully fenced in, this charming 2 bedroom, 2 bath home features sweeping sunset views, peaceful surroundings, and endless possibilities. The home is move in ready with a recently updated kitchen showcasing brand new stainless steel appliances, new vinyl plank flooring throughout, and fresh interior and exterior paint. Additional features include a cozy brick fireplace, central heating and air conditioning, ceiling fans in both bedrooms and the kitchen, an enclosed laundry room, and a large basement perfect for storage, a workshop, gym, or hobbies. The expansive acreage offers incredible versatility with potential to build an additional home or ADU for multigenerational living or income, or simply enjoy space for horses, animals, agriculture, RVs, equipment. Included are a locked 20 foot enclosed storage sea shed located in a separate gated lower area of the property, plus an additional large storage shed at the lower left corner of the lot. Enjoy wide open space, privacy, fruit trees, gardening opportunities, and breathtaking views in this highly desirable El Cajon location. Blossom Valley Elementary School is close by. No water bill, property is serviced by well water, septic, and propane, and includes a water softener. A truly unique opportunity to own 4.85 acres of usable land with incredible views and unmatched flexibility.
Sold for $990,000
Listed by: Trillion Real Estate • Christopher Holden • Contact: 951-366-1502
Bought with: LPT Realty,Inc
$990,000
9874 Chocolate Summit Dr, El Cajon, CA 92021
2beds
967sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
4.85 Acres Lot
$992,100 Zestimate®
$1,024/sqft
$3,092 Estimated rent
Home value
$992,100
$923,000 - $1.07M
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Fruit treesCozy brick fireplaceSweeping sunset viewsPeaceful surroundingsRecently updated kitchenWide open spacePrivate hilltop retreat
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Listed by:
Christopher Holden DRE #02087934 619-993-7185,
Trillion Real Estate
Bought with:
Noa Porter, DRE #01484741
LPT Realty,Inc
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SW26014095
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Basement, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Granite Counters, Jetted Tub, Separate Shower, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Pots & Pan Drawers, Remodeled, Self-closing Drawers, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Softener, Water Heater, Dryer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Laundry Room, Propane Dryer Hookup
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Block Walls, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Doors: Mirrored Closet Door(s), Sliding Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Screens
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Heatilator, Living Room, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 967 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Driveway, Gravel, RV Potential, RV Access/Parking
- Uncovered spaces: 10
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: First Floor
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Rocks, Valley
Lot
- Size: 4.85 Acres
- Features: Agricultural, Back Yard, Front Yard, Lot Over 40000 Sqft, Rectangular Lot, Value In Land
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 4021401300
- Special conditions: Standard,Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Drywall, Glass
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Standard
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Propane, Phone Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Hiking, Rural, Street Lights
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: El Cajon
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,024/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $369,420
- Annual tax amount: $4,559
- Date on market: 1/24/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 47 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,1031 Exchange,Fannie Mae,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Sea Containers, Shed
- Road surface type: Unimproved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/28/2026 | Sold | $990,000-1%$1,024/sqft |
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| 5/27/2026 | Pending sale | $999,999$1,034/sqft |
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| 3/13/2026 | Contingent | $999,999$1,034/sqft |
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| 3/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $999,999$1,034/sqft |
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| 2/12/2026 | Contingent | $999,999$1,034/sqft |
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| 2/2/2026 | Price change | $999,999-8.2%$1,034/sqft |
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| 1/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,089,000+1261.3%$1,126/sqft |
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| 1/12/2026 | Listing removed | $3,500$4/sqft |
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| 1/11/2026 | Price change | $3,500-5.4%$4/sqft |
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| 1/1/2026 | Price change | $3,700-3.9%$4/sqft |
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| 12/31/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,850+14.9%$4/sqft |
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| 12/28/2020 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/23/2020 | Price change | $3,350-1.3%$3/sqft |
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| 12/7/2020 | Price change | $3,395-2.9%$4/sqft |
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| 11/30/2020 | Listed for rent | $3,495+22.6%$4/sqft |
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| 6/13/2017 | Listing removed | $2,850$3/sqft |
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| 5/12/2017 | Listed for rent | $2,850+42.9%$3/sqft |
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| 11/3/2013 | Listing removed | $1,995$2/sqft |
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| 10/27/2013 | Listed for rent | $1,995$2/sqft |
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| 2/15/2013 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/24/2013 | Price change | $80,000-61.1%$83/sqft |
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| 1/23/2013 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 10/24/2012 | Sold | $205,589-13.4%$213/sqft |
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| 5/10/2000 | Sold | $237,500$246/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,559 -0.5% | $369,420 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,583 +2.6% | $362,177 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,466 +1.6% | $355,076 +2% |
| 2022 | $4,394 +1.4% | $348,115 +2% |
| 2021 | $4,334 +1.1% | $341,290 +1% |
| 2020 | $4,288 +6.6% | $337,791 +2% |
| 2019 | $4,023 -3.5% | $331,169 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,168 +1.3% | $324,676 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,115 +4% | $318,310 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,956 +0.5% | $312,070 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,937 +1.9% | $307,383 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,862 | $301,362 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $300,000 +3.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $290,610 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $284,912 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $282,784 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $283,457 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $277,900 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $272,452 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $267,110 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $261,873 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $256,739 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $252,034 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $247,093 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $242,249 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Flinn Springs
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GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Blossom Valley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.1 mi
- 4/10Los Coches Creek Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10El Capitan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: El Capitan
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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