NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1545 Hilltop Dr El Cajon, CA 92020

Estimated Value: $1,311,625 - $1,539,000

5 Beds
4 Baths
3,263 Sq Ft
$435/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 15, 2020

Last sale price $859,000 $263 Per Sq Ft

Est. 66% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,610 / mo

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Art Studio
  • Wine Cellar
  • Wood Flooring
  • Valhalla High Rated A-
  • Solar Power System
  • Modern Architecture

About This Home

As of June 2020

Nestled on a private lane in Horizon Hills, this custom built home has many upgrades and sweeping views of the El Cajon Valley! Main house is 4 bdrms, 3 baths; 1 one bedroom apt. W/ sep ent, full bath and kitchenette makes it perfect for multi-generational or ADU income property. 3263 SF plus lower level with sep entrance; perfect for hobby room, man cave, teen room, or office. Expansive grounds on over 1/2 acre of manicured yard and fruit trees. Beautiful home with amazing views! All electric on solar. Lovely home with many upgrades, but priced for quick sale! Custom built with flat usable spaces, immaculate grounds, and panoramic views. Great for entertaining, sep family room, 4 bdrms, PLUS mancave, wine cellar, and shop (not included in sf) Sep 1 bdrm/1 bath studio can be used for multi-generational families or income producing property. Lge bedroom, bath, kitchenette, overlooking vineyard. This property is an entertainer's delight with lots of space inside and outside, with spectacular views. Buyer to verify all details prior to COE.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Howard Smith

BAMCIS Realty License #01992793 Listed on: 05/11/2020

BAMCIS Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Glen Henderson

NON-MEMBER/NBA or BTERM OFFICE License #01384181

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • Brick Fence
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Uncovered Parking

Home Design

  • Modern Architecture
  • Split Level Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Fire Rated Drywall
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 3,263 Sq Ft Home
  • Formal Entry
  • Wine Cellar
  • Separate Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Bonus Room
  • Art Studio
  • Workshop
  • Storage Room
  • Walk-Out Basement

Kitchen

  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Radiant Heating System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Separate Water Meter
  • Water Filtration System
  • Septic System

Additional Features

  • Solar Power System
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • 700 SF Accessory Dwelling Unit

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 498-250-44-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

0.62 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Modern
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Market Area: East County
  • Cross Street: Donita Drive
  • Neighborhood: Horizon Hills
  • Supplement: Lovely home with many upgrades, but priced for quick sale! Custom built with flat usable spaces, immaculate grounds, and panoramic views. Great for entertaining, sep family room, 4 bdrms, PLUS mancave, wine cellar, and shop (not included in sf) Sep 1 bdrm/1 bath studio can be used for multi-generational families or income producing property. Lge bedroom, bath, kitchenette, overlooking vineyard. This property is an entertainer's delight with lots of space inside and outside, with spectacular views. Buyer to verify all details prior to COE.
  • LP / Sq Ft: 263.25
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 263.25
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 263.25
  • Stories: Split Level
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Allow Comments Review: Yes
  • Internet Address Field: Full Address
  • Internet Syndication Y N: Yes
  • Keyword1: 1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Wood, Ceramic Tile
  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Washer, Water Filtration, Built In Range, Continuous Clean Oven, Ice Maker, Range/Stove Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan, Counter Top, Electric Cooking
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Fp In Living Room
  • Walls: Drywall
  • Searchable Rooms: Basement, Bonus Room, Family Room, Formal Entry, Optional Bedrooms, Storage Room, Walkout Basement, Wine Cellar, Workshop, Kitchen, Art Studio, Entry, Laundry, Master Bathroom, Separate Family Room, Walk-In Closet
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 17x13
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3263
  • Total Bathrooms: 4

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Brick, Stucco, Wood
  • Fencing: Brick Wall
  • Patio: Covered, Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • Guest House Sq Ft: 700

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Non Garage Parking: Uncovered
  • Parking Spaces Total: 6

Utilities

  • Laundry Utilities: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic: Septic Installed
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Heating: Radiant
  • Heating Fuel: Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community: EL CAJON

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: .5 to 1 AC
  • Topography: Level, Slope Gentle
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 498-250-44-00

Ownership History

We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 11, 2020
Closed on
May 21, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Howard Smith
BAMCIS Realty
Buyer's Agent
Glen Henderson
NON-MEMBER/NBA or BTERM OFFICE
List Price
$859,000
Sold Price
$859,000
Current Estimated Value
$1,423,915

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$564,915
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.61%
Original Mortgage
$509,000
Interest Rate
0.032%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 28, 2017
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 5, 2014
Closed on
Jul 29, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Sandy Miller
Sandy Miller & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Michael Kelley
HomeSmart Realty West
List Price
$655,000
Sold Price
$655,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.71%
Original Mortgage
$524,000
Interest Rate
0.0411%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 25, 1994
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

--
Value Increase
--
Percent Increase
--
Adjusted for Inflation
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

We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$859,000 Chicago Title Company
-- None Available
-- None Available
$655,000 Chicago Title Company
-- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed $520,000
Closed $509,000
Closed $524,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/15/2020 06/15/20 Sold $859,000 0.0% $263 / Sq Ft
05/15/2020 05/15/20 Pending -- -- --
05/11/2020 05/11/20 For Sale $859,000 +31.1% $263 / Sq Ft
08/18/2014 08/18/14 Sold $655,000 0.0% $201 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/24/2014 07/24/14 Pending -- -- --
05/05/2014 05/05/14 For Sale $655,000 -- $201 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

Tax History

We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.

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 $11,024 $939,437 $382,774 $556,663
2024 $11,024 $921,018 $375,269 $545,749
2023 $10,738 $902,960 $367,911 $535,049
2022 $10,569 $885,256 $360,698 $524,558
2021 $10,422 $867,899 $353,626 $514,273
2020 $8,628 $719,799 $139,227 $580,572
2019 $8,519 $705,687 $136,498 $569,189
2018 $8,379 $691,851 $133,822 $558,029
2017 $8,271 $678,287 $131,199 $547,088
2016 $7,939 $664,988 $128,627 $536,361
2015 $7,898 $655,000 $126,695 $528,305
2014 $2,203 $185,976 $35,973 $150,003
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Howard Smith

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Howard Smith

    BAMCIS Realty

    (619) 417-0774

    14 Total Sales

    Howard Smith
    Section Image

  • G

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Glen Henderson

    NON-MEMBER/NBA or BTERM OFFICE

  • Sandy Miller

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Sandy Miller

    Sandy Miller & Associates

    (619) 992-3389

    11 Total Sales

    Sandy Miller
    Section Image

  • M

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Michael Kelley

    HomeSmart Realty West

See All Agents

Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 200021196

San Diego MLS

APN: 498-250-44

California San Diego County El Cajon 92020

1545 Hilltop Dr, El Cajon, CA

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.

San Diego MLS This information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. You should rely on this information only to decide whether or not to further investigate a particular property.
BEFORE MAKING ANY OTHER DECISION, YOU SHOULD PERSONALLY INVESTIGATE THE FACTS (e.g. square footage and lot size) with the assistance of an appropriate professional. You may use this information only to identify properties you may be interested in investigating further. All uses except for personal, noncommercial use in accordance with the foregoing purpose are prohibited. Redistribution or copying of this information, any photographs or video tours is strictly
prohibited. This information is derived from the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) service provided by San Diego MLS. Displayed property listings may be held by a brokerage firm other than the broker and/or agent responsible for this display. The information and any photographs and video tours and the compilation from which they are derived is protected by copyright. Compilation © 2026 San Diego MLS.

Nearby Homes
Your Personal Tour Guide

Ask me questions while you tour the home.