For Sale: 1045 S Magnolia, El Cajon, CA 92020. 4-bedroom 2.5-bath, 2112 sf, 1951 El Cajon $850,000 begin new search
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Overview

Welcome to 1045 S. Magnolia Ave., a spacious and energy-efficient 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offering 2,112 square feet of comfortable living space in El Cajon. Thoughtfully maintained and updated, this move-in-ready home combines generous living areas, energy-saving features, and a backyard with plenty of potential. Designed with efficiency in mind, the home features an owned 17-panel solar system installed in 2017 and backed by a 25-year warranty, helping reduce energy costs for years to come. Additional upgrades include three solar-powered attic ventilators, LED lighting throughout, Tex-Cote CoolWall exterior coating for added insulation and durability, and a Moen Flo Smart Water Monitor that allows you to monitor water usage, detect potential leaks, and control the system remotely. Outside, the property offers low-maintenance front landscaping along with irrigation in both the front and backyard. Recent improvements include rain gutters installed and a French drain. The spacious backyard is ready for the next owner’s vision, with room to create an outdoor entertaining area, and ADU, garden, play space, or potentially add a pool. It’s a great opportunity to customize the property and create an outdoor space that fits your lifestyle. Conveniently located in El Cajon near shopping, dining, schools, parks, and major commuter routes, 1045 S. Magnolia Ave. offers a great combination of space, efficiency, functionality, and future potential. If you’re searching for a 4-bedroom home in El Cajon with owned solar, over 2,100 square feet of living space, and a large backyard, this property deserves a closer look.

Address 1045 S Magnolia

El Cajon, CA 92020
Listing Status ACTIVE
Asking Price $850,000
On Market Date $878,000 @ Aug 21, 2026
Listed / On-Market Entered Aug 21, 2026
Original Entry Aug 21, 2026
Rooms
Walk-In Closet, Laundry, Kitchen, Living Room, Family Room
Square Footage 2112 sf
Bedrooms 4
Full Bathrooms 2
Half Baths 1
Location
Directions From Chase, turn onto S Magnolia
Market Area 92020 - El Cajon
School District Not Listed
Ownership
Age Restriction 0
Property Type
Mello-Roos Fee $0
HOA Fee $0
HOA Features Biking, Street Lights, Sidewalks
Listing History
Timeline Notes
Sep 15, 2026Price reduced to $850,000 #NDP2607902
Sep 7, 2026Price reduced to $868,000 #NDP2607902
Sep 4, 2026Price reduced to $876,500 #NDP2607902
Aug 21, 2026Listed for $878,000 #NDP2607902
Public Records
County San Diego
Assessor Parcel# 4923501500
Zoning R-1: Single Family Residential
Geographic Areas

Community College District: Grossmont-cuyamaca CC

Zip Code: 92020

Highway Locator

East of I-15

East of I-5

South of I-8

East of I-805

East of SR-163

Ocean Distance 14.1 miles
Exterior
Style Single Family Residence
Material Not Listed
Lot Size ~ 10,019 sf
Fencing Not Listed
Topography Not Listed
Entry Steps 1
Swimming Pool None
Exclusive Yard 0
Parking
Total Spaces: 5
Garage Spaces: 1
Non-Garage Spaces: 0 - 4.00
View City Lights, Neighborhood, Hills
Features
Year Built 1951
Laundry Location Individual Room
Elevator Not Listed
Cooling Central Air
Heating
Sewer/Septic Public Sewer
Fireplaces Living Room (1)
Additional Parcels No
Appliances No
Assessments No
Association No
Association Fee 2 0
Attached Garage Yes
Below Grade Finished Area 0
Carport Spaces 0
Common Walls No Common Walls
Cooling Yes
Entry Location Front door
Heating No
High School District Grossmont Union
Land Lease No
Laundry Yes
Levels One
Living Area Source Public Records
Lot Features 0-1 Unit/Acre, Level, Front Yard, Back Yard, Yard
Lot Size Source Public Records
Lot Size Units Acres
Main Level Bathrooms 0
Main Level Bedrooms 0
New Construction No
Number Of Units Total 0
Number Remotes 0
Parking No
Patio No
Pool Private No
Property Attached No
Sprinklers No
Tax Model
View Yes
Well Depth 0
Well Gallons Per Minute 0
Well Pump Horsepower 0
Well Report No
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Property Tax estimate of 1% of listing price does not include local voter-approved bonds/assessments, supplemental taxes for new construction or ownership changes, extra local fees, etc.
Listing Source
Platform CRMLS
AOR North San Diego County
MLS Number NDP2607902
Courtesy of Century 21 Affiliated
Listing Agent Kevin Justice
619-507-8834