$938,657Average Value$540Average Price per Sq Ft17Homes For Sale
Scenic hillside suburb with parks and easy interstate access
Set among low-lying mountains in East County, “Fletcher Hills is a wonderful family neighborhood right on the border between La Mesa and El Cajon,” says Scott DeMoss, Broker Owner of SD Real Estate who raised his son in Fletcher Hills. “And because it’s set on hills, it has great views to the east and west. I remember sitting at my son’s lacrosse practices in the fall and thinking the sunsets here are the most beautiful I’ve ever seen.” Developed by California Senator Ed Fletcher in the 1930s and ‘40s, Fletcher Hills is made up of sprawling suburban streets lined with midcentury ranch-style houses, public parks and schools. “It’s still got that midcentury, ‘Happy Days’ vibe now,” DeMoss says. Fletcher Hills continues to attract homebuyers from San Diego and beyond with its family-oriented greenspaces, highly rated schools and more affordable homes. “I like to encourage people who are outpriced in San Diego that they can get a 7,000 square-foot home for less here in Fletcher Hills,” DeMoss says.
A view from homes at higher elevations in Fletcher Hills.
An elevated look at Fletcher Hills with a view of Grossmont College.
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Well-maintained midcentury ranch-styles with some townhouses
Well-paved, curvy streets climb the hills for which the neighborhood is named and are lined with broad sidewalks, single-family homes and mature oak, cypress and palm trees. “There are two-story homes here and there, but Fletcher Hills is largely midcentury ranch-style houses with larger floorplans than you’d find by the coast,” DeMoss says. Exteriors range from earth-tone stuccos with red-tile roofs to brightly colored farm-styles with cottage-style mullions; all homes feature manicured lawns, either with grass and shade-providing trees or brown river rocks, cacti and other desert plantings. Prices start at $585,000 for two-bedroom ranch-style homes and go up to $1.5 million for four-bedroom properties with in-ground pools. A handful of two-story homes from the 1980s and ‘90s is scattered around Fletcher Hills, and they come in Spanish Revival and Craftsman styles; these range from $1 million to $1.2 million and come with four- and five-bedroom layouts. There are also a few pockets of two-story townhouses. Those in the Patridge Village community are Spanish-Revival and have a shared pool, while those in Valley View feature modern architecture and an in-ground jacuzzi. Prices start at $550,000 for a two-bedroom, one-bathroom unit and go up to $675,000 for a three-bedroom, three-bathroom unit.
Mid-century modern homes are found in the higher elevations of Fletcher Hills.
Fletcher Hills offers a perfect mix of convenience and charm with its townhomes and condos.
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Historic public schools with faith-based alternatives
Fletcher Hills Elementary earns a B-plus from Niche and is the kind of place where teachers stay for 20-plus years. Students in grades 7 and 8 can continue to the B-plus-rated Parkway Academy, which offers specialized health science courses. Opened in 1920, the A-rated Grossmont High is the oldest high school in East County, and its Performing Arts Department is a California Exemplary Arts Distinguished School that’s fostered talents like guitar legend Frank Zappa. The Grossmont High School Museum here celebrates the school’s long history and features the original oak desks, writing stands and uniforms from when the school was founded. Associated with the nondenominational Foothills Christian Church, B-rated Foothills Christian High offers a private, faith-based alternative and has a coffee house where students can study.
Fletcher Hills Elementary School fosters a love for learning in the heart of El Cajon.
A legacy of achievement thrives at Grossmont High School in El Cajon.
Residents have many options for churches such as Foothills Christian in Fletcher Hills.
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Sprawling neighborhood parks and smaller pocket greenspaces
“La Mesita Park has got lots of trails and facilities that make it a great family park,” DeMoss says. Among its 13 acres, kids can scooter along tree-shaded paths, and at the skatepark, rollerbladers can practice tricks off the ramps. Locals here also duel in friendly pickleball matches, and the pinging sound of a metal bat hitting a home run often rings out from the night-lit baseball fields next door. The 53-acre Harry Griffen Park is the largest in La Mesa and has a mix of dirt and paved trails that wind around its gated dog park. According to Klemens Ruoss, Broker Associate with Berkshire Hathaway HomeService, “Residents can go for evening walks on the trails here. It’s a really peaceful community, and because it’s further east, it’s warmer than on the coast. Near the coast, if it’s 70, it’s 85 here.” The central Hillside Park has dirt and gravel trails that wind through its 19-acre site to nearby subdivisions. There are also scatterings of pocket parks with playsets and picnic spaces like Bill Beck Park and Briercrest Park, the latter of which is known for its whimsical animal sculptures.
A skateboarder takes advantage of open ramps at La Mesita Park in Fletcher Hills.
A father swings with his daughter at La Mesita Park in Fletcher Hills.
Harry Griffen Park features ample room to play and a dog park in Fletcher Hills.
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Scatterings of local eateries and grocery stores
Opened in 1962, “Beef ‘n Bun is the go-to place for burgers and milkshakes, and it’s got a retro, midcentury vibe similar to the rest of Fletcher Hills,” DeMoss says. Family owned and run, the burger joint is also home to two beloved pets, Dawg the pufferfish and Ernie the eel. The mellow Finca Casa Blanca is known for its signature Super Nachos, which are topped with a secret sauce, and Anthony’s Fish Grotto offers fish tacos and outdoor seating by a pond with a fountain. Folks can grab their groceries at the local Smart and Final Extra! and Albertson’s. The Grossmont Mall is also just across the 125, and La Mesa Village is only 3 or 4 miles away. “Shopping might be limited in Fletcher Hills, but it’s super convenient to nearby areas,” DeMoss says.
Smart & Final is located in Fletcher Hills Town & Country Shopping Center
Beef 'n Bun has been a favorite restaurant since the 60's in Fletcher Hills.
Grab a booth at Finca Casa Blanca for authentic Mexican Food in Fletcher Hills.
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Highway and trolley access to Downtown San Diego
Interstate 8 runs along Fletcher Hills’ southeastern edge and leads to Downtown San Diego 15 miles away. “Plus, it’s right on the 125, so you have easy access points within the neighborhood,” Ruoss says. Fletcher Hills is also convenient to Downtown El Cajon 3 miles east and La Mesa Village 4 miles west. Though the neighborhood is largely car-dependent, most roads have sidewalks, and a few like Fletcher Parkway and West Main Street have bike lanes and separated multi-use paths. Folks can use the MTS Green Line trolley, which takes around 50 minutes to reach Downtown San Diego; MTS buses also make stops along Fletcher Parkway. The Fletcher Parkway Medical Center sits right in the neighborhood, and the San Diego International Airport is 17 miles away.
A look at Highway 125 in Fletcher Hills.
Fletcher Hills residents have the convenience of MTS transportation with the trolley.
Fletcher Hills offers MTS transportation with many bus stops.
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Family-oriented events at the library and rec center
On every second and last Wednesday, parents can bring their young children to the Fletcher Hills Branch Library for Family Storytime, and on every first Friday, adults can enjoy the library’s Book Club meetings. At the Fletcher Hills Recreation Center and Pool, children can enjoy free dinner, games and swimming during Kid’s Night Out in May.
Located near La Mesita Park is the YMCA in Fletcher Hills.
A look at the library at the Fletcher Hills Branch Library.
Fletcher Hills Center & Pool is a great way to cool off on a hot summer day.
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Parks in this Area
La Mesita Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Pool
Northmont Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Fletcher Hills Center & Pool
Basketball
Picnic Area
Pool
Harry Griffen Park
Dog Park
Trails
Playground
Briercrest Park
Playground
Parking Lot
Bill Beck Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Hillside Park
Basketball
Trails
Community Center
Transit
Airport
San Diego International
23 min drive
Subway
Amaya Drive
Bus
Fletcher Pkwy & Garfield Av
Bus
Navajo Rd & Medford St
Bus
Fletcher Pkwy & Navajo Rd
Bus
Fletcher Pkwy & Hacienda Dr
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Fletcher Hills
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fletcher Hills, El Cajon sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The average sale price for homes in Fletcher Hills, El Cajon over the last 12 months is $890,119, up 4% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
21,742
Median Age
42
Population Density
17 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$99,183
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$122,732
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.7%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
36.9%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.4%
% Population in Labor Force
65.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
11''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
19/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
50/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
26/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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