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Opportunity is knocking loud at 8273 Melrose Lane, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of El Cajon. This fixer-upper is the perfect canvas for investors, flippers, or creative homeowners eager to design their dream space from the ground up. With over 1,500 square feet of living space and a spacious .lot, this property offers endless potential to build equity and transform it into something truly special. The home features a well-laid-out floor plan filled with natural light, generous living areas, and solid bones ready to be brought back to life. Step outside and you’ll find a backyard bursting with opportunity—whether it’s a garden oasis, entertainment zone, or the perfect spot to add a pool or ADU. The property is located in an established, quiet neighborhood with easy access to parks, schools, shopping, and major freeways. This is not just a home—it’s a project with promise, a chance to turn vision into reality, and a rare find in one of East County’s most accessible communities. If you’ve got the tools, the imagination, and the drive, 8273 Melrose Lane is ready for your finishing touch.
Address |
8273 Melrose
El Cajon, CA 92021 |
Listing Status | Closed |
Sold Price | $650,000 |
Asking Price | $599,000 |
Original Listing | $599,000 @ 2025-08-01 |
Escrow Date | 2025-08-04 |
Closing Date | 2025-08-11 |
Off-Market Date | 2025-08-06T10:49:49Z |
Days on MLS |
Age Restriction | 0 |
Property Type | |
Mello-Roos Fee | None Listed |
HOA Fee | $0 |
HOA Features | Sidewalks |
Square Footage | Not Disclosed |
Bedrooms | 3 |
Full Bathrooms | 2 |
Directions | GPS |
Market Area | 92021 - El Cajon |
School District | Not Listed |
County | San Diego |
Assessor Parcel# | 4000310100 |
Zoning | R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES |
Geographic Areas |
Airport Compatibility Zone: Gillespie Field |
Highway Locator |
East of I-15 East of I-5 North of I-8 East of I-805 East of SR-163 East of SR-67 |
Ocean Distance | 30.1 miles |
Year Built | 1945 (source: Assessor) |
Laundry Location | Gas Dryer Hookup |
Elevator | Not Listed |
Cooling | Central Air |
Heating | |
Fireplaces | None (0) |
Appliances | No |
Assessments | No |
Association | No |
Attached Garage | No |
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 | Assessor |
Lot Features | Level with Street |
Lot Size Source | Assessor |
Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
Parking | Yes |
Pool Private | No |
Property Attached | No |
Sprinklers | No |
Tax Model | |
View | No |
Platform | CRMLS |
AOR | Pacific Southwest |
MLS Number | PTP2505842 |
Courtesy of | Real Broker |
Listing Agent |
Allie
Castro
818-434-1282 |
https://www.californiatophomes.com/PTP2505842
Style | Single Family Residence |
Material | Not Listed |
Lot Size | ~ 001 sf |
Fencing | Not Listed |
Topography | Not Listed |
Entry Steps | 1 |
Swimming Pool | None |
Exclusive Yard | 0 |
Parking |
Garage
Total Spaces: 8.00
Garage Spaces: 2.00
Non-Garage Spaces:
0 -
6.00
|
View | None |