986 Merritt Drive El Cajon, CA $ 899,000
986 Merritt Drive
$ 899,000
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986 Merritt Drive

El Cajon, CA, 92020
$ 899,000
Bedrooms4 Baths3.0 Sq 2,462

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Single Family Home for sale in El Cajon, CA

for $899,000 with 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. This 2,462 square foot home was built in 1946 on a lot size of 0.2.

Welcome to 986 Merritt Dr a hidden gem in the heart of El Cajon! Nestled on a quiet residential street, this charming home offers comfort, convenience, and classic Southern California living. Enjoy a functional layout filled with natural light, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The property features a spacious yard with endless potential for outdoor gatherings, gardening, or future customization. 4 bedroom 2 bath home with a 1 bedroom, 1 bath ADU. Tenants on month to month. The property has solar panels that are owned not leased. The property is currently rented to one tenant but could generate more income by renting the ADU separately. Motivated seller! Located just minutes from Hwy 8, shopping, dining, schools, and parks, this home offers easy access to everything El Cajon has to offer while maintaining a peaceful neighborhood feel. Whether youre a first-time buyer, growing household, or savvy investor, this is an opportunity you wont want to miss. Significant recent improvements! The seller has spent $150,000 on repairs and property enhancements, thoughtfully upgrading key components to ensure quality, comfort, and long-term durability. A fantastic opportunity to own a well-maintained and improved home.

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Single Family Active

Price

$ 899,000

Bedrooms

4

Full Bath

3

Property Type

Single Family

Taxes

$ 0

Style

Detached

Lot Size

0.2

Year Built

1946

Town/City

El Cajon

County/Region

San Diego

MLS | Web ID

PTP2601028

Features
General
Sewer Public Sewer
Cooling Central Forced Air
Zoning R-1:Single
HOA Fee 0.0
Garage Spaces 2.0
Pool Features N/K
Year Built 1946
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Stories Count 1
Levels 1 Story
Property Subtype Detached
County San Diego
New Construction N
Property Type Residential
HOA N
Attached Garage N
Full Baths 3
Status ACTIVE
Directions From I-8 Eastbound take Exit 15 for El Cajon Blvd toward downtown El Cajon. At the end of the exit keep left onto El Cajon Blvd (heading east). Turn right onto W Washington Ave. Turn right onto S A
City El Cajon
Senior Community Y/N N
Lot Size Units Acres
Lot Size Square Feet 8712.0
Property Attached Y/N N
Virtual Tour https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/crmls/PTP2601028
Building Area Units Sqft
Living Area Units Sqft
Standard Status Active
Freehold IDX
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Exterior
Total Parking 2.0
Lot Size Area 0.2
Building Area Total 2462.0
Waterfront Y/N N
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Interior
Fireplace Features N/K
Total Stories 1
Common Walls No Common Walls
Air Conditioning Y/N N
Heating Y/N N
Fireplace Y/N N
Half Baths 0
Total Bedrooms 4
Entry Level 1
Total Baths 3
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List By
Ruben Aceves

Listing Agent

Buysdhouses

Broker

(858) 800-4624

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Nearby
281193 Elementary School
281006 Middle School
Unknown High School High School
Pricing History
DatePricePrice ChangeDescription
2/12/2026$899,000 -14.38% Price Down
2/9/2026$1,050,000 Listed Price

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986 Merritt Drive, El Cajon, CA, 92020 is a Single Family Home for sale at $899,000 with 2,462 sqft and a lot size of 0.2. 986 Merritt Drive has 4 bedrooms, 3.0 baths, and was built in 1946. The property's zip code is 92020 which is in El Cajon, CA