
8273 Melrose Ln El Cajon, CA 92021
Estimated payment $3,394/month
Highlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- No HOA
- Laundry Room
- El Capitan High School Rated A-
- Living Room
- Central Air
About This Home
Opportunity is knocking loud at 8273 Melrose Lane, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of El Cajon. This fixer-upper is the perfect canvas for investors, flippers, or creative homeowners eager to design their dream space from the ground up. With over 1,500 square feet of living space and a spacious .lot, this property offers endless potential to build equity and transform it into something truly special. The home features a well-laid-out floor plan filled with natural light, generous living areas, and solid bones ready to be brought back to life. Step outside and you’ll find a backyard bursting with opportunity—whether it’s a garden oasis, entertainment zone, or the perfect spot to add a pool or ADU. The property is located in an established, quiet neighborhood with easy access to parks, schools, shopping, and major freeways. This is not just a home—it’s a project with promise, a chance to turn vision into reality, and a rare find in one of East County’s most accessible communities. If you’ve got the tools, the imagination, and the drive, 8273 Melrose Lane is ready for your finishing touch.
Listing Agent
Real Broker Brokerage Phone: 818-434-1282 License #02096712 Listed on: 08/01/2025

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,362
Year Built
- Built in 1945
Lot Details
- Level Lot
- Property is zoned R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- 6 Open Parking Spaces
- Parking Available
Interior Spaces
- 1,643 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Living Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Utilities
- Central Air
- No Heating
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Tract Number 1247
- Assessor Parcel Number 4000310100
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $1,362 | $61,164 | $31,851 | $29,313 |
2024 | $1,362 | $59,966 | $31,227 | $28,739 |
2023 | $1,308 | $58,791 | $30,615 | $28,176 |
2022 | $1,261 | $57,639 | $30,015 | $27,624 |
2021 | $1,338 | $56,510 | $29,427 | $27,083 |
2020 | $1,290 | $55,932 | $29,126 | $26,806 |
2019 | $1,270 | $54,836 | $28,555 | $26,281 |
2018 | $1,121 | $53,762 | $27,996 | $25,766 |
2017 | $591 | $52,709 | $27,448 | $25,261 |
2016 | $1,008 | $51,676 | $26,910 | $24,766 |
2015 | $996 | $50,900 | $26,506 | $24,394 |
2014 | $984 | $49,904 | $25,987 | $23,917 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
08/04/2025 08/04/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
08/01/2025 08/01/25 | For Sale | $599,000 | -- | $365 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity Natl Ttl San Diego | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Accommodation | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Accommodation | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Southland Title Of San Diego |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Closed | $552,000 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $396,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
Closed | $320,000 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $25,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Closed | $125,000 | Unknown | |
Closed | $35,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Closed | $85,000 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $232,500 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Closed | $285,000 | Unknown |
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