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8273 Melrose Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021

Sale Price: N/A
Aug 1, 20251,643 sqft3 beds2 baths
Listed by: Allie Castro
License #: 02096712
Phone #: 818-434-1282
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MLS #: PTP2505842

Property Description

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.
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TurboHome Fair Market Estimate

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TurboHome Savings

$12,648

TurboHome Estimated Value

$721,100

$439 sqft

High Valuation
$757,155
$461/sqft
Normal Valuation
$721,100
$439/sqft
Low Valuation
$685,045
$417/sqft

3rd Party Estimates

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HouseCanary$439/sqft$721,100

Neighborhood

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Comparative Value

$599K

$775K

$798K

$883K

$920K

8273 Melrose Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021

List Price: $599,000

Subject Property

7954 Western Trails Dr, El Cajon, CA 92021

Sale Price: $775,000

Selected Comparable

8245 Melrose Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021

Sale Price: $798,000

Selected Comparable

12615 Jackson Hill Dr, El Cajon, CA 92021

Sale Price: $800,000

Selected Comparable

8120 Melrose Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021

Sale Price: $882,500

Selected Comparable

8518 Sky Rim Dr, Lakeside, CA 92040

Sale Price: $920,000

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Subject Property

SUBJECT
8273 Melrose Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021

8273 Melrose Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021

List: $599,000

Listed: 8/1/2025

Area:1,643 sqft
Price/sqft:$365
Beds:3
Baths:2
Year Built:
Lot Size:28,749

Comparable Properties

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7954 Western Trails Dr, El Cajon, CA 92021

7954 Western Trails Dr, El Cajon, CA 92021

Sale: $775,000

7/11/20250.31 mi

Area:1,755 sqft
Price/sqft:$442
Beds:3
Baths:2
Year Built:
Weight:21.3%
8120 Melrose Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021

8120 Melrose Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021

Sale: $882,500

4/28/20250.26 mi

Area:1,586 sqft
Price/sqft:$556
Beds:3
Baths:2
Year Built:
Weight:20.8%
12615 Jackson Hill Dr, El Cajon, CA 92021

12615 Jackson Hill Dr, El Cajon, CA 92021

Sale: $800,000

4/18/20250.34 mi

Area:1,492 sqft
Price/sqft:$536
Beds:3
Baths:2
Year Built:
Weight:19.8%
8245 Melrose Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021

8245 Melrose Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021

Sale: $798,000

6/9/20250.05 mi

Area:1,308 sqft
Price/sqft:$610
Beds:3
Baths:2
Year Built:
Weight:19.4%
8518 Sky Rim Dr, Lakeside, CA 92040

8518 Sky Rim Dr, Lakeside, CA 92040

Sale: $920,000

1/17/20250.33 mi

Area:1,450 sqft
Price/sqft:$634
Beds:3
Baths:2
Year Built:
Weight:18.7%

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