$1,125,000
SOLD SEP 8, 2025

1148 Emerald Heights Rd El Cajon, CA 92020

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,180 Sq Ft
1.21 Acres

Recently Sold

$516 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Mountain View
  • Private Yard
  • Grossmont High School Rated A
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Beamed Ceilings

About This Home

As of September 2025

Welcome to this stunning 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home boasting 2,180 sq ft of living space and situated on a massive 1.2-acre lot with truly breathtaking panoramic views of the El Cajon Valley. Whether you're soaking in the sunrise or watching the city lights come alive at night, the scenery here is nothing short of spectacular. Inside, you’ll find brand new carpet in the living room and bedrooms, fresh exterior paint, and a dramatic vaulted ceiling in the living room anchored by a gorgeous stacked stone fireplace perfect for cozy evenings or entertaining guests. The oversized 2-car garage includes a bonus room/office, a full bathroom, and extra storage, offering great flexibility for remote work, hobbies, or even guest accommodations. Outside, there’s room for RV and boat parking, plus plenty of space for all your toys, trailers, or future plans. Enjoy the freshly turfed and fenced play area, raised planter boxes, and your own small greenhouse—ideal for those with a green thumb or anyone looking to live the outdoor lifestyle. With its unbeatable combination of space, views, and versatility, this El Cajon gem is a rare find. Come see the potential and make it your own!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mike Proctor

eXp Realty of California, Inc. License #01727013 Listed on: 07/24/2025

eXp Realty of California, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Addie Jacobs

Rise Realty License #02058045

Rise Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,751

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Private Yard

Parking

  • Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,180 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Mountain Views
  • Kitchen Island
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Propane

Community Details

  • El Cajon Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,751

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Unit Levels: 1 Story
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 62775
  • Subdivision Name: EL CAJON
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan, Kitchen Island, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Kitchen Open to Family Rm
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Appliances: Other/Remarks
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Possible Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: FP in Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Partial
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountains/Hills
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Patio And Porch Features: Balcony, Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Laundry Features: Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 24, 2025
Closed on
Aug 19, 2025
Sold by
Capacio Benedict Anthony and Wisniewski Allison Paige
Bought by
Connell Chelsea and Shanks Steven
Seller's Agent
Mike Proctor
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Addie Jacobs
Rise Realty
List Price
$1,175,000
Sold Price
$1,125,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-4.26%
Views
79

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
84.07%
Original Mortgage
$1,068,750
Outstanding Balance
$1,068,750
Interest Rate
6.74%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$77,032

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 6, 2019
Sold by
Abrantes Joseph and Callaghan Cara E O
Bought by
Capacio Benedict Anthony and Wisniewski Allison Paige

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$615,093
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 6, 2014
Sold by
Abrantes Joseph and Callaghan Cara E O
Bought by
201 Joseph and 201 Cara

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 11, 2012
Sold by
Earle Carol
Bought by
Abrantes Jospeh and Ocallaghan Cara E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$399,920
Interest Rate
3.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 18, 2010
Sold by
Wilmington Trust Company
Bought by
Earle Carol

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 16, 2009
Sold by
Wilson Greg S and Wilson Mary A
Bought by
Wilmington Trust Company

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 5, 1999
Sold by
Rollick Ron
Bought by
Wilson Greg S and Wilson Mary A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$209,000
Interest Rate
6.94%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 22, 1996
Sold by
Hugo Tilling
Bought by
Tilling Hugo
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

Collateral Analytics

Collateral Analytics Collateral Analytics AVMs (Automated Valuation Model) employ a number of statistical approaches combined with neighborhood-specific comparable selection guarantees the most up-to-date and precise valuations.

Not Available

Collateral Analytics does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

ICE

ICE Mortgage Technology ICE Mortgage Technology’s AVM (Automated Valuation Model) is a state-of-the-art online residential property valuation tool that provides a quick and accurate estimate of the value of almost any home in the U.S.

Not Available

ICE Mortgage Technology does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

First American

First American First American Data & Analytics’ next-generation AVM combines unrivaled data assets with a blended ensemble of valuation models to produce highly accurate, reliable valuations you can trust.

Not Available

First American does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

Quantarium

Quantarium Quantarium’s valuation service, repeatedly proven the industry’s most accurate and comprehensive, is supercharged with a self-learning and auto-tuning AI engine that continually becomes smarter and more accurate as it processes daily inputs from the industry’s leading RE data lake.

Not Available

Quantarium does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

Average Value
Not Available
List Price
Sold Price
Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area





Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,125,000 Homelight Title
Grant Deed $675,000 Ticor Title San Diego Branch
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $500,000 Fidelity National Title
Grant Deed $330,000 Chicago Title Company
Trustee Deed $255,000 Fidelity National Title Ins
Grant Deed $175,000 Chicago Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,068,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $615,093 VA
Previous Owner $399,920 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $409,750 Unknown
Previous Owner $360,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $300,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $300,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $42,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $209,000 Construction
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/08/2025 09/08/25 Sold $1,125,000 -4.3% $516 / Sq Ft
08/15/2025 08/15/25 Pending -- -- --
07/24/2025 07/24/25 For Sale $1,175,000 -- $539 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $8,751 $738,204 $369,177 $369,027
2024 $8,751 $723,731 $361,939 $361,792
2023 $8,525 $709,542 $354,843 $354,699
2022 $8,392 $695,631 $347,886 $347,745
2021 $8,277 $681,992 $341,065 $340,927
2020 $8,187 $675,000 $337,568 $337,432
2019 $6,750 $551,839 $275,975 $275,864
2018 $6,640 $541,019 $270,564 $270,455
2017 $32 $530,411 $265,259 $265,152
2016 $6,295 $520,011 $260,058 $259,953
2015 $6,263 $512,201 $256,152 $256,049
2014 $6,141 $502,169 $251,135 $251,034
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Section Image
  • Section Image
See All Agents

Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 250034366

San Diego MLS

APN: 492-580-43