1504 Merritt Drive El Cajon, CA $997,900

1504 Merritt Drive | El Cajon (92020) Mt Merritt / Casa de Oro–Mount Heli

$997,900 | 3 Beds | 3 Baths (3 Full) | 1,673 Sq. Ft.

Tucked into the hillside among dramatic natural boulders in Mount Merritt, a quiet enclave within Casa de Oro–Mount Helix, this home offers a rare combination of privacy, views, and everyday functionality. The setting feels truly special, with cool breezes, abundant natural light, and sweeping views to the west, including Cowles Mountain to the north, Mount Helix due west, Mount San Miguel to the south, and incredible sunset skies. The main home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and approximately 1,674 square feet. Inside, the living room is bright and inviting with vaulted open-beam ceilings, a fireplace, large windows, and sliding glass doors that connect the home to the outdoor patio and surrounding hillside scenery. The main living areas are spacious and comfortable, and the home’s block construction provides added insulation from both warm and cool weather. The large primary suite includes ample closet space, dual vanities, a separate getting-ready area, and an updated shower. The two secondary bedrooms are also generously sized, offering flexibility for guests, family, or a home office, and the remodeled second bath adds a clean, updated feel. Incredibly well maintained and turn-key move-in ready, the property also includes updated electrical, a large detached 2-car garage with a 3/4 bath, and a covered carport area that can accommodate multiple vehicles, RV parking, boat parking, or flexible storage needs. With mature landscaping, multiple outdoor areas, natural rock formations, and panoramic East County scenery, this is a unique opportunity to own a private hillside retreat in one of the area’s most distinctive settings. Schedule your private tour today. CRMLS 260017073

Directions to property: From the I-8: Exit onto N Mollison Ave and head South. Left onto Grove Rd. Left onto Merritt Dr. Property is on the right. Cross Street: Windridge Drive.

MLS Listing ID: 
CRMLS 260017073
Purchase
Community Information
Subdivision: 
Mount Helix
Building Details
Details about the building on a property.
Architectural Style: 
Traditional
Stories: 
1
Year Built: 
1984
New Construction: 
0
Living Area: 
1,673
Fireplaces: 
Living Room
Construction
Construction Materials: 
Stucco
DisabilityFeatures: 
None
Porch: 
Covered, Patio
Room Details
Details about the rooms in the building.
Total Bedrooms: 
3
Total Bathrooms: 
3
Total Full-Bathrooms: 
3
Total Half-Bathrooms: 
0
Utilities
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Heating System: 
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling System: 
See Remarks
Lot/Land Details
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Acres: 
0.89
Lot Size (Area): 
38,768
View: 
Mountain(s), Panoramic
Lot Features
Parking Type: 
Covered, Carport, Driveway
Garage: 
2
Pool: 
None
Fence: 
Partial
Public Record
Parcel Number: 
5140501900
Listing Dates
Dates involved in the transaction.
Listing Date/Time: 
7/13/2026
Listing Entry Date/Time: 
7/13/2026
Status Change Date/Time: 
7/12/2026
Contract Details
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Disclosures: 
Incorporated
Listing Participants
Participants (agents, offices, etc.) in the transaction.
Listing Agent Name: 
Glen Henderson
Listing Office Name: 
LPT Realty, Inc

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