Ernesto Rivera
PROPR Real Estate Inc.
(858) 289-0416
38 Total Sales
2 in Winter Gardens
$520K - $840K Price Range
8540 Melrose Ln El Cajon, CA 92021
Winter Gardens AreaEstimated Value: $1,176,942 - $1,282,000
3
Beds
4
Baths
2,639
Sq Ft
$468/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Solar Heated Pool and Spa
- Gated Parking
- Retreat
- Covered RV Parking
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of July 2025Welcome to your Winter Gardens Estate! This beautifully maintained 2,639sqft residence offers 3 spacious bedrooms plus a dedicated office, 2.5 bathrooms, and an expansive 3-car garage with additional Covered RV parking. Situated on a generous 0.63-acre view lot (27,442 sq ft), this property features a sparkling pool, jacuzzi, outdoor living area with covered patio, mature fruit trees, and so much more. Originally built in 1984, the home has been thoughtfully updated over the years. Notable upgrades include dual-pane windows, a remodeled kitchen with granite countertops, walk-in pantry, Pergo wood flooring and tile throughout, an updated primary bathroom with dual closets, and a surround sound system that extends to the patio. The property is equipped with a Generac generator, pool solar heating. The pool was replastered in 2019. The resort-style backyard is perfect for entertaining and includes a large, covered patio, fully fenced pool area, outdoor bathroom with shower and storage, built-in BBQ, and a palapa wet bar. Additional features include: Updated electrical panel, Hardwired security system, New furnace (2025), New Central AC (2023) Insulated garage doors, Whole house fan. Central vacuum system, an abundance of storage space. Expansive RV parking with two clean-outs and 50-amp hookups with Outdoor wet bar and multiple storage sheds. Enjoy peaceful moments in the lower yard surrounded by fruit trees including lemon, lime, tangerine, orange, and grapefruit. Room for all your toys and even room to build an ADU. This is more than a home—it's a private retreat with everything you need to live, relax, and entertain in style.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Mission Realty Group License #02158978 Listed on: 05/29/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1984
Lot Details
- 27,442 Sq Ft Lot
- Gated Home
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Fence is in excellent condition
- Lot Has A Rolling Slope
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Property is zoned R-1:SINGLE
Parking
- 3 Car Direct Access Garage
- Three Garage Doors
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Gated Parking
- Covered RV Parking
Home Design
- Flat Tile Roof
- Stucco Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 2,639 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Central Vacuum
- Built-In Features
- Whole House Fan
- Formal Entry
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Great Room
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Bonus Room
- Game Room
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Walk-In Pantry
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Electric Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Retreat
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer
Pool
- Solar Heated Pool and Spa
- Solar Heated In Ground Pool
- Fence Around Pool
- Pool Equipment or Cover
Schools
- Lakeside Union School District Elementary And Middle School
- Grossmont Union High School District
Utilities
- High Efficiency Air Conditioning
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Air Conditioning
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Separate Water Meter
Additional Features
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment for Heating
- Outdoor Grill
Community Details
- Mountainous Community
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 397-050-54-00
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 29, 2025
Closed on
Jun 24, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Amy Young
Mission Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Jorge Murillo
1st Choice Home Team
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,275,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
2%
Views
146
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$38,764
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.90%
Original Mortgage
$1,083,750
Outstanding Balance
$1,072,419
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$163,817
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 11, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 12, 1998
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$194,000
Interest Rate
6.8%
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in El Cajon, CA
-
Ernesto Rivera
-
Jenniffer Taylor
Jenniffer Taylor
Responds QuicklyPacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
(858) 289-0348
82 Total Sales
1 in Winter Gardens
$250,000 Price
-
James Nelson
James Nelson
Coldwell Banker West
(855) 980-5930
117 Total Sales
2 in Winter Gardens
$1,040,000 Price Range
-
Dawn Lewis
Dawn Lewis
Real Broker
(858) 223-9989
137 Total Sales
4 in Winter Gardens
$699K - $850K Price Range
-
Yusef Hussainy
Yusef Hussainy
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker West
(619) 404-5436
66 Total Sales
4 in Winter Gardens
$400K - $790K Price Range
-
Cesar Espino
Cesar Espino
i2i Real Estate & Mortgage
(619) 257-5776
22 Total Sales
1 in Winter Gardens
$230,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,275,000 | Fidelity National Title | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| $324,000 | Chicago Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,083,750 | ||
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $150,250 | ||
| Previous Owner | $15,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $194,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/16/2025 07/16/25 | Sold | $1,275,000 | +2.0% | $483 / Sq Ft |
| 06/04/2025 06/04/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/29/2025 05/29/25 | For Sale | $1,250,000 | -- | $474 / Sq Ft |
Source: San Diego MLS
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $6,891 | $1,275,000 | $900,000 | $375,000 |
| 2025 | $6,702 | $517,167 | $142,096 | $375,071 |
| 2024 | $6,702 | $507,027 | $139,310 | $367,717 |
| 2023 | $6,454 | $497,086 | $136,579 | $360,507 |
| 2022 | $6,332 | $487,340 | $133,901 | $353,439 |
| 2021 | $6,247 | $477,785 | $131,276 | $346,509 |
| 2020 | $6,141 | $472,886 | $129,930 | $342,956 |
| 2019 | $6,025 | $463,615 | $127,383 | $336,232 |
| 2018 | $5,908 | $454,526 | $124,886 | $329,640 |
| 2017 | $822 | $445,615 | $122,438 | $323,177 |
| 2016 | $5,604 | $436,879 | $120,038 | $316,841 |
| 2015 | $5,569 | $430,317 | $118,235 | $312,082 |
| 2014 | $5,304 | $421,888 | $115,919 | $305,969 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Amy Young
Seller's Agent in 2025
Amy Young
Mission Realty Group
(619) 843-1260
36 Total Sales
-
Jorge Murillo
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jorge Murillo
1st Choice Home Team
(858) 531-6069
67 Total Sales
Map
Source: San Diego MLS
MLS Number: 250028781
APN: 397-050-54
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