NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1521 Grove Rd El Cajon, CA 92020

Casa de Oro-Mount Helix Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,173,000 - $1,370,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,510 Sq Ft
$522/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 08, 2022

Last sale price $1,230,000 $490 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,313/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Solar Power System
  • 1.66 Acre Lot
  • Valhalla High Rated A
  • All Bedrooms Downstairs
  • Breakfast Area or Nook

About This Home

As of April 2022

Look no further! This wonderful 4 bedroom 3 bath home sits nestled amongst beautiful mature trees and giant granite boulders on 1.6 usable acres boasting countless amenities. Swimming Pool, Pickleball and Basketball court, Owned Solar, fireplace, 3 sheds, numerous fruit trees including Avocado, Orange, Tangerine, Peach, Apple and much more. The down stairs contains a full en suite containing kitchenette and appliances, living room, bedroom and full bath with views of the pool from each room. Sitting on a hill this home offers beautiful views from the kitchen, living, dining and 3 bedrooms upstairs. Countless gatherings both large and small have been experienced here reminding everyone involved how unique and special this home truly is. Don't miss out on making this your forever home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sean Howarter

San Diego Realty Svc's License #02034383 Listed on: 02/23/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Robe

Century 21 Award License #01266930

Century 21 Award

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,993

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 1.66 Acre Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Vinyl Fence
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned R-1:SINGLE

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 2,510 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • All Bedrooms Down
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Driveway
  • RV Potential

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Power System
  • Sprinklers on Timer

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Fence Around Pool
  • Pool Equipment or Cover

Outdoor Features

  • Shed

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Separate Water Meter
  • Conventional Septic

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 493-423-43-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,993

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Detached
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Market Area: East County
  • Cross Street: Chase
  • Neighborhood: Rancho El Cajon
  • LP / Sq Ft: 477.69
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 490.04
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 490.04
  • Stories: 2 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Shed(s), Solar Panels
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Fp In Family Room
  • Searchable Rooms: Bedroom Entry Level, Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Family Room, Living Room, All Bedrooms Down, All Bedrooms Up
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 21x16
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2510
  • Total Bathrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Stucco
  • Fencing: Partial, Vinyl, Chain Link
  • Pool: Below Ground, Fenced
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Parking for RV: Potential Space
  • Non Garage Parking: Driveway
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces Total: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air, Wall/Window
  • Laundry Utilities: Electric, Gas, Gas & Electric Dryer HU
  • Sewer/Septic: Conventional Septic
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Heating: Fireplace, Forced Air Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Solar, Wood

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community: EL CAJON

Lot Info

  • Irrigation: Automatic, Drip, Manual
  • Lot Size: 1+ to 2 AC
  • Topography: Level, Slope Gentle
  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 493-423-43-00
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 72309
  • Estimated Number of Acres: 1.66
  • Map Code Column: J
  • Map Code Page: 1271
  • Map Code Row: 1

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 23, 2022
Closed on
Mar 17, 2022
Sold by
Espelet and Cori
Bought by
Orr Ivan Edgar and Orr Michelle Renee
Seller's Agent
Sean Howarter
San Diego Realty Svc's
Buyer's Agent
Michael Robe
Century 21 Award
List Price
$1,199,000
Sold Price
$1,230,000
Premium/Discount to List
$31,000
2.59%
Total Days on Market
13
Current Estimated Value
$1,296,494

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$66,494
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.79%
Original Mortgage
$1,045,500
Interest Rate
4.16%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 7, 2018
Closed on
May 22, 2018
Sold by
Edgington Ricky Lee and Edgington Lisa Dcerr
Bought by
Espelet Leonardo and Espelet Cori
Seller's Agent
Tina Etue
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Sean Howarter
San Diego Realty Svc's
List Price
$739,900
Sold Price
$755,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,100
2.04%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.63%
Original Mortgage
$604,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 18, 2011
Sold by
Edgington Lisa Doerr
Bought by
Edgington Ricky Lee and Edgington Lisa Doerr

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 1995
Sold by
Doerr Ethel
Bought by
Doerr Ethel Jain
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Orr Ivan Edgar $1,230,000 Fidelity National Title
Espelet Leonardo $755,000 Corinthian Title Company
Edgington Ricky Lee -- None Available
Edgington Lisa Doerr -- None Available
Doerr Ethel Jain -- --
Doerr Ethel Jain -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Orr Ivan Edgar $1,045,500
Previous Owner Espelet Leonardo $100,000
Previous Owner Espelet Leonardo $595,600
Previous Owner Espelet Leonardo $604,000
Previous Owner Edgington Ricky Lee $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/08/2022 04/08/22 Sold $1,230,000 +2.6% $490 / Sq Ft
03/09/2022 03/09/22 Pending -- -- --
02/23/2022 02/23/22 For Sale $1,199,000 +58.8% $478 / Sq Ft
06/15/2018 06/15/18 Sold $755,000 +2.0% $309 / Sq Ft
05/17/2018 05/17/18 Pending -- -- --
05/07/2018 05/07/18 For Sale $739,900 -- $303 / 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 $14,993 $1,305,276 $817,124 $488,152
2024 $14,993 $1,242,000 $777,000 $465,000
2023 $13,871 $1,157,000 $724,000 $433,000
2022 $9,632 $798,996 $326,397 $472,599
2021 $9,500 $783,331 $319,998 $463,333
2020 $9,397 $775,300 $316,717 $458,583
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sean Howarter

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Sean Howarter

    San Diego Realty Svc's

    (619) 889-1272

    2 in this area

    31 Total Sales

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  • Michael Robe

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Michael Robe

    Century 21 Award

    (619) 701-0309

    1 in this area

    60 Total Sales

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  • Tina Etue

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Tina Etue

    Compass

    (619) 562-2229

    4 in this area

    98 Total Sales

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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018

    Garrett Reyes

    Redfin Corporation

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 220004063

San Diego MLS

APN: 493-423-43

California San Diego County El Cajon 92020 Casa de Oro-Mount Helix

1521 Grove Rd, El Cajon, CA

This home is located at 1521 Grove Rd, El Cajon, CA 92020 since 23 February 2022 and is currently estimated at $1,310,216, approximately $521 per square foot. This property was built in 1953. 1521 Grove Rd is a home located in San Diego County with nearby schools including Fuerte Elementary School, Hillsdale Middle School, and Valhalla High.

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