$824,999
PENDING

797 Lemon Ave El Cajon, CA 92020

Estimated payment $5,261/month

Total Views 1,321
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,403 Sq Ft
$588 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • No HOA
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Grossmont High School Rated A-
  • Living Room
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

With no HOA nor Mello-Roos, this single-story spacious corner lot home in the heart of El Cajon, is one of those homes that makes the whole street look good. A fresh exterior paint job gives it standout curb appeal, and from the front porch you can soak in stunning mountain views, the kind of charm and character that's hard to come by. Inside you'll find a bright, thoughtfully designed space for both everyday living and entertaining. The primary suite is a true retreat, complete with it’s ensuite bathroom, a cozy fireplace and a spacious walk-in closet, and exit to the back deck. It's positioned slightly apart from the other three bedrooms for that extra layer of privacy. One of the guest bedrooms features its own direct backyard access, freshly carpet cleaned, making this a fantastic setup for multi-generational living, a home office, or a rental opportunity, thereby adding incredible flexibility to an already versatile floor plan. The kitchen features granite countertops, and throughout the home you'll find recessed lighting, dual pane windows, and vinyl wood flooring. Additional highlights include central A/C and heat, a dedicated laundry room, water softener, reverse osmosis water system, and solar panels on both the main home and the back structure which will keep energy costs low year round. Out back, a large wooden deck and fire pit set the scene for outstanding outdoor entertaining. The generous lot offers ample space to park a small RV, boat, or additional vehicles, a rare and valuable feature in today's market. The detached back structure is more than just a shed, it has a covered roof, electricity, an entrance door, and a window, with water and plumbing nearby. The potential here is extraordinary: home office, guest suite, workshop, or a drive-up garage conversion. ADU possibilities are very real, and the seller has blueprints from a completed 2012 remodel that included new electrical and plumbing. Location is the cherry on top! Just five minutes to Downtown El Cajon, roughly twenty minutes to Downtown San Diego and the Airport, with easy access to I-8, CA-94, and SR-125. Harry Griffen Dog Park, Tuttle Park, and Renette Park are all close by, as is Parkway Plaza-East County's premier shopping destination. Situated within the Cajon Valley Union School District and the highly regarded Grossmont Union High School District, this home is ideally positioned for families. Comfort, flexibility, and value all. Come see it for yourself.

Listing Agent

Christine Menezes

Real Broker Brokerage Phone: 619-845-4951 License #02203279 Listed on: 05/23/2026

Real Broker

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1946

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Front Yard
  • Property is zoned R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 1,403 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Living Room
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • 4 Parking Spaces
  • 2 Carport Spaces

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • No Heating

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Tract Number 1636
  • Assessor Parcel Number 4920122600
  • $347 per year additional tax assessments

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1946

Lot Details

6,098 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: No
  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 4920122600
  • Year Built: 1946
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1403.00
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Appliances: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Primary Bedroom
  • Levels: One
  • Price Per Square Foot: 588.02
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room

Exterior Features

  • Fence: No
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: No
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: No
  • Heating: No
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Street Lights, Sidewalks

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Front Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6098.40
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1400

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 0.1400 Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Tract Number: 001636
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 347.42

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Tax History

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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 $9,705 $799,025 $449,253 $349,772
2024 $10,038 $783,359 $440,445 $342,914
2023 $5,552 $422,994 $237,829 $185,165
2022 $5,415 $422,994 $237,829 $185,165
2021 $5,351 $414,701 $233,166 $181,535
2020 $5,229 $410,450 $230,776 $179,674
2019 $4,845 $402,402 $226,251 $176,151
2018 $4,765 $394,513 $221,815 $172,698
2017 $30 $386,778 $217,466 $169,312
2016 $4,513 $379,195 $213,202 $165,993
2015 $4,490 $373,500 $210,000 $163,500
2014 $3,749 $312,511 $122,955 $189,556
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/01/2026 06/01/26 Pending -- -- --
05/23/2026 05/23/26 For Sale $824,999 +7.4% $588 / Sq Ft
03/27/2023 03/27/23 Sold $768,000 +2.5% $547 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/18/2023 02/18/23 Pending -- -- --
02/12/2023 02/12/23 For Sale $749,000 0.0% $534 / Sq Ft
02/08/2023 02/08/23 Pending -- -- --
01/21/2023 01/21/23 For Sale $749,000 +145.6% $534 / Sq Ft
04/06/2012 04/06/12 Sold $305,000 -4.4% $217 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/07/2012 03/07/12 Pending -- -- --
01/17/2012 01/17/12 For Sale $319,000 -- $227 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $768,000 California Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Pacific Coast Title Company
Grant Deed $373,500 Fidelity National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title
Grant Deed $305,000 Old Republic Title
Grant Deed $158,000 Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Title Company
Corporate Deed -- None Available
Trustee Deed $208,967 None Available
Grant Deed $520,000 First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Lawyers Title Company
Grant Deed $210,000 Lawyers Title Company
Grant Deed $135,000 First American Title
Deed $139,400 --
Deed $110,000 --
Deed $85,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $785,664 VA
Previous Owner $490,050 VA
Previous Owner $373,500 VA
Previous Owner $311,557 VA
Previous Owner $265,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $192,850 FHA
Previous Owner $139,050 VA
Closed $25,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: PTP2603892

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 492-012-26

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