2538 Dehesa Rd, El Cajon, CA, 92019
About This Home
Pride of ownership shines throughout this custom Singing Hills Estate home in Dehesa Valley on nearly an acre with peaceful mountain views. Sun-filled open floor plan with travertine tile, and brand-new carpet in all 5 bedrooms, and a newly remodeled pool and waterfalls, anchoring a terraced yard with mature landscaping, including a producing macadamia tree. The converted garage delivers flexible bonus space, ideal as a bedroom, office, or guest suite, with bathroom and private entrance, and ADU potential (buyer to verify). Oversized private drive fits multiple vehicles and an RV. Newer roof and solar panels. Rural tranquility minutes from wineries, Sycuan Casino, and Singing Hills Golf, with easy Hwy 8 access to all of San Diego. Room to breathe, room to grow.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
No Nearby Transit
Not Bike FriendlySchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1973
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Tile
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Gas Cooktop,Disposal,Gas Water Heater,Microwave,Refrigerator,Range Hood
- Laundry features: Laundry Room
Bathroom
- Features: Dual Sinks,Walk-In Shower
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 5
Family Room
- Features: Separate Family Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar,Separate/Formal Dining Room,Recessed Lighting,Sunken Living Room,Bedroom on Main Level,Main Level Primary
- Door features: Double Door Entry,Mirrored Closet Door(s),Sliding Doors
- Flooring: Carpet,Tile
- Fireplace features: Family Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Fireplace(s),Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 2,947 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island,Kitchen/Family Room Combo,Remodeled,Updated Kitchen,Walk-In Pantry
Master Bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 5151200200
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground,Waterfall
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated,In Ground,Private
- Fencing: Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Lot size: 0.87 Acres
- Features: Back Yard,Irregular Lot,Landscaped
Parking
- Total spaces: 14
- Parking features: Attached Carport,Asphalt,Circular Driveway,Driveway,RV Access/Parking
- Covered spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 12
- Carport: Yes
- Carport spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Wildfire
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in San Diego County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $6,320 | $75,840 |
| Home Insurance * | $288 | $3,456 |
| Property Taxes | $1,212 | $14,544 |
| Electricity | $631 | $7,583 |
| Total | $8,451 | $101,412 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-04 | Pending sale | $1,249,999 |
| 2026-07-29 | Listed for sale | $1,249,999 |
| 2015-08-25 | Listing removed | $700,000 |
| 2015-07-07 | Price change | $700,000 |
| 2015-06-02 | Listed for sale | $725,000 |
| 2005-10-12 | Sold | $710,000 |
| 2005-01-06 | Sold | $25,000 |
| 2004-07-14 | Sold | $212,500 |
| 2000-08-14 | Sold | $400,000 |
| 2000-05-24 | Sold | $352,500 |
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