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Seller's Agent in 2025
Ragheed MATTI
IQ Realty & Lending
(904) 316-2188
1 Total Sale
8273 Melrose Ln El Cajon, CA 92021
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,643
Sq Ft
0.66
Acres
Highlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- No HOA
- Laundry Room
- El Capitan High School Rated A-
- Living Room
- Central Air
About This Home
As of August 2025Opportunity 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.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Real Broker Brokerage Phone: 818-434-1282 License #02096712 Listed on: 08/01/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
Vanessa Pineda-Klein
SFARMLS License #812952
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
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
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
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
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 1, 2025
Closed on
Aug 4, 2025
Sold by
Hicks Jessica R and Hicks Paul Joseph
Bought by
Haushaus Llc
Seller's Agent
Allison Castro
Real Broker
Buyer's Agent
Vanessa Pineda-Klein
SFARMLS
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$650,000
Premium/Discount to List
$51,000
8.51%
Views
171
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
42.13%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 2, 2021
Sold by
Hicks Jessica R
Bought by
Hicks Jessica R and Hicks Paul Joseph
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$552,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 7, 2018
Sold by
Hicks Paul Joseph
Bought by
Hicks Jessica R
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 28, 2017
Sold by
Storm Cheryl A
Bought by
Storm Cheryl A and Hicks Jessica R
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 27, 2017
Sold by
Hicks Paul Joseph
Bought by
Hicks Jessica R
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 29, 2004
Sold by
Nitz Harold F
Bought by
Nitz Harold F and Storm Cheryl A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$85,000
Interest Rate
5.77%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $650,000 | First American 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 |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $552,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $85,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/01/2025 12/01/25 | Price Changed | $752,000 | +0.3% | $458 / Sq Ft |
| 10/31/2025 10/31/25 | For Sale | $750,000 | 0.0% | $456 / Sq Ft |
| 10/24/2025 10/24/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/20/2025 10/20/25 | Price Changed | $750,000 | +0.1% | $456 / Sq Ft |
| 10/02/2025 10/02/25 | For Sale | $749,000 | +15.2% | $456 / Sq Ft |
| 08/11/2025 08/11/25 | Sold | $650,000 | +8.5% | $396 / Sq Ft |
| 08/04/2025 08/04/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/01/2025 08/01/25 | For Sale | $599,000 | -- | $365 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Ragheed MATTI
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Allison Castro
Seller's Agent in 2025
Allison Castro
Real Broker
(818) 434-1282
1 in this area
106 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Vanessa Pineda-Klein
SFARMLS
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: PTP2505842
APN: 400-031-01
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