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Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from this one-of-a-kind custom home on Mount Helix, near Rancho San Diego. Designed by Jay Foltz to capture its stunning surroundings, this home sits at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac on approximately 3/4 of an acre. Spacious rooms, walls of windows, and abundant natural light create an inviting atmosphere, while multiple balconies, decks, and patios offer beautiful spaces for relaxing and entertaining. A beautifully remodeled kitchen, updated entry-level primary suite, and second bedroom suite downstairs provide comfort and flexibility for guests or multigenerational living. Features include solar, a newly installed 14-SEER HVAC system, new carpet throughout, energy-efficient windows, a dry sauna, and high-end kitchen and bathroom renovations. The expansive grounds feature a fenced backyard, fruit trees, retaining walls, and terraced outdoor areas surrounded by sweeping views. A two-car garage with direct home access, large carport, and oversized parking area add convenience. Ideal for intimate gatherings or larger celebrations, this distinctive property combines thoughtful design with exceptional indoor-outdoor living. Nearby schools include Fuerte Elementary, Hillsdale Middle, and Valhalla High. A detailed list of upgrades is available. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from this one-of-a-kind custom home on Mount Helix, near Rancho San Diego. Designed by Jay Foltz to capture its stunning surroundings, this home sits at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac on approximately 3/4 of an acre. Spacious rooms, walls of windows, and abundant natural light create an inviting atmosphere, while multiple balconies, decks, and patios offer beautiful spaces for relaxing and entertaining. A beautifully remodeled kitchen, updated entry-level primary suite, and second bedroom suite downstairs provide comfort and flexibility for guests or multigenerational living. Features include solar, a newly installed 14-SEER HVAC system, new carpet throughout, energy-efficient windows, a dry sauna, and high-end kitchen and bathroom renovations. The expansive grounds feature a fenced backyard, fruit trees, retaining walls, and terraced outdoor areas surrounded by sweeping views. A two-car garage with direct home access, large carport, and oversized parking area add convenience. Ideal for intimate gatherings or larger celebrations, this distinctive property combines thoughtful design with exceptional indoor-outdoor living. Nearby schools include Fuerte Elementary, Hillsdale Middle, and Valhalla High. A detailed list of upgrades is available.
| Address |
1521 Shadow Knolls Ln
El Cajon, CA 92020 |
| Listing Status | ACTIVE |
| Asking Price | $1,249,900 |
| On Market Date | $1,249,900 @ Oct 2, 2026 |
| Square Footage | 3177 sf |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Full Bathrooms | 3 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Bathrooms Total Integer | 4 |
| Beds | 4 |
| Est SF | 3,177 |
| Full Bathrooms | 3 |
| Laundry YN | 1 |
| Living Area Source | Assessor |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 0 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 0 |
| Half Bathrooms | 1 |
| Rooms Total | 0 |
| Tot Bds | 0 |
| Address | 1521 Shadow Knolls Ln |
| Addr Number | 1521 |
| Addr Street | Shadow Knolls Ln |
| Add Srch Num | 1521 |
| City | El Cajon |
| Cmplx | Rancho San Diego |
| Dir | Cross Street: Shadow Knolls Dr. |
| Geo Latitude | 32.76871585 |
| Geo Longitude | -116.93240595 |
| Geo Match Code | 0 |
| Geo Matched Method | 0 |
| Geo Quality | 0 |
| Geo Subdivision | Rancho San Diego |
| Geo Zoom Level | 0 |
| Market Area | 92020 - El Cajon |
| Neighborhd | Mount Helix |
| State | CA |
| Waterfront YN | No |
| Zip | 92020 |
| Assessments YN | 0 |
| Association Dues 2 | 0 |
| Association Fee2 | 0 |
| Association YN | 0 |
| HOA Fee | $0.00 |
| Electric Expense | 0 |
| Fuel Expense | 0 |
| Gross Income | 0 |
| Insurance Expense | 0 |
| Land Lease YN | No |
| Lease Amount | 0 |
| Maintenance Expense | 0 |
| Manager Expense | 0 |
| Net Operating Income | 0 |
| Other Expense | 0 |
| Professional Management Expense | 0 |
| Tax Annual Amount | $0.00 |
| Tax Year | 0 |
| Trash Expense | 0 |
| Water Sewer Expense | 0 |
| Seller Consider Concession YN | 0 |
| Concessions Amount | 0 |
| Sold Price | 0 |
| Excl Yrd | 1 |
| Fencing | Partial |
| Lot SFApx | 32200.00 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.7392 |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Patio | Covered,Slab |
| Patio YN | 1 |
| Pool | None |
| Pool Private YN | 0 |
| Property Attached YN | No |
| Roof | Composition |
| Spa | 0 |
| Style | Single Family Residence |
| Total Stories | 2 |
| View | Mountain(s),Panoramic |
| Lot Size Area | 32200 |
| Horse YN | No |
| Attached Garage YN | Yes |
| Carport Spaces | 0 |
| Number Remotes | 0 |
| Parking Features | Carport,Driveway |
| Parking Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Parking Non Garage | 8.00 |
| Parking Total | 10 |
| Parking YN | 1 |
| Garage YN | No |
| Carport YN | No |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 0 |
| Basement YN | No |
| Additional Parcels YN | No |
| Appliances | Microwave,Double Oven,Dishwasher |
| Appliances YN | 1 |
| Construction Materials | Stucco |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Cooling YN | 1 |
| Fireplace | 1 |
| FP | Living Room,Family Room |
| Heat Eqpmnt | Fireplace(s),Natural Gas,Forced Air |
| Heating YN | 1 |
| Keyword | 0 |
| Landry Lctn | Gas Dryer Hookup,In Garage,Electric Dryer Hookup |
| Levels | Two |
| New Construction YN | No |
| Number Of Units Total | 0 |
| Sprinklers YN | 0 |
| View YN | 1 |
| Well Depth | 0 |
| Well Gallons Per Minute | 0 |
| Well Pump Horsepower | 0 |
| Well Report YN | 0 |
| Yr Blt | 1,974 |
| Assoc ID | San Diego |
| LA1 First Nm | Melvina |
| LA1 Last Nam | Selfani |
| Timeline | Notes |
|---|---|
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| County | San Diego |
| Assessor Parcel# | 4983407100 |
| Geographic Areas | |
| Highway Locator |
East of I-15 East of I-5 South of I-8 East of I-805 East of SR-163 |
| Ocean Distance | 15.1 miles |
| Platform | CRMLS |
| AOR | San Diego |
| MLS Number | 260024070SD |
| Courtesy of | |
| Listing Agent | Melvina Selfani |
https://www.californiatophomes.com/260024070SD
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