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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. 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.
| Address |
986 Merritt Drive
El Cajon, CA 92020 |
| Listing Status | Active |
| Asking Price | $899,000 |
| Original Listing | $1,050,000 @ 2026-02-09 |
| Square Footage | 2462 sf |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Full Bathrooms | 3 |
| 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 |
| Market Area | 92020 - El Cajon |
| Complex | Subdivision 1 Of Chase Rancho |
| School District | Not Listed |
| Age Restriction | 0 |
| Property Type | |
| Mello-Roos Fee | $0 |
| HOA Fee | $0 |
| HOA Features | Sidewalks |
| County | San Diego |
| Assessor Parcel# | 4931035600 |
| Zoning | R-1:Single Fam-Res |
| 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 | 14.9 miles |
| Style | Single Family Residence |
| Material | Not Listed |
| Lot Size | ~ 8,712 sf |
| Fencing | Not Listed |
| Topography | Not Listed |
| Entry Steps | 1 |
| Swimming Pool | None |
| Exclusive Yard | 0 |
| Parking |
Total Spaces: 2
Garage Spaces: 2
Non-Garage Spaces:
0 -
|
| View | Neighborhood |
| Year Built | 1946 |
| Laundry Location | Outside |
| Elevator | Not Listed |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Heating | |
| Sewer/Septic | Public Sewer |
| Fireplaces | None (0) |
| Additional Parcels | No |
| Appliances | No |
| Assessments | Yes |
| 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 |
| Heating | No |
| High School District | See Remarks |
| Land Lease | No |
| Laundry | Yes |
| Levels | One |
| Living Area Source | Public Records |
| Lot Features | Level |
| 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 |
| Platform | CRMLS |
| AOR | Pacific Southwest |
| MLS Number | PTP2601028 |
| Courtesy of | BuySDHouses |
| Listing Agent |
Ruben
Aceves
Ruben@BuySDHouses.com |
https://www.californiatophomes.com/PTP2601028