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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 you’re a first-time buyer, growing household, or savvy investor, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss. Come see the potential and make it your own!

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Single Family Active

Price

$ 899,000

Bedrooms

4

Full Bath

3

Property Type

Single Family

Taxes

$ 0

Style

Lot Size

0.2

Year Built

1946

Town/City

El Cajon

County/Region

San Diego

MLS | Web ID

PTP2601028

Days on Market

12
Features
General
Living Area 2462
Sewer Public Sewer
Cooling Central Air
Zoning R-1:Single Fam-Res
HOA Fee 0
Garage Spaces 2
Pool Features None
Year Built 1946
View Neighborhood
Stories Count 1
Levels One
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Community Features Sidewalks
County San Diego
Property Type Residential
HOA false
Attached Garage true
Garage Y/N true
Full Baths 3
Special Listing Conditions Standard
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 Anza St. Turn left onto Merritt Dr. The destination — 986 Merritt Dr — will be on your left
City El Cajon
Entry Location Front
Senior Community Y/N false
High School District See Remarks
MLS Area 92020 - El Cajon
Lot Size Units Acres
Lot Size Square Feet 8712
Listing Terms Cash Conventional FHA VA Loan
Property Attached Y/N false
Land Lease Y/N false
Lease Considered Y/N false
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Standard Status Active
Occupancy Type Tenant
Property Sub Type Additional Single Family Residence
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Interior
Fireplace Features None
Total Stories 1
Common Walls No Common Walls
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N false
Fireplace Y/N false
Laundry Features Outside
Total Bedrooms 4
Entry Level 1
Total Baths 3
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Exterior
Lot Features Level
Total Parking 2
Lot Size Area 0.2
Spa false
Lot Size Acres 0.2
Private Pool false
Lot Size Source Public Records
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4827338 Elementary School
4827337 Middle School
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Pricing History
DatePricePrice ChangeDescription
2/12/2026$899,000 -14.38% Price Down
2/10/2026$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

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