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$489,000
● House - Off Market

255 Highline

El Cajon, CA 92021
bedrooms
4 Beds
bathrooms
3 Baths
square feet
2,200 Ft²
$1,021,511
RealtyHop Estimate
85.76%
Since Sep 1, 2014
National-US
Primary Model

About This Property

NEW downstairs granny flat,dining room,living room,bedroom,bathroom & private patio.Unit has separate entrance/parking -could easily rent for $1,200+/month OR great for grandparents seeing as its handicapped equipped.Main house (main level) offers 3 bedrooms 2 full bathrooms & panoramic views throughout.Main house has 2 decks built around the unmatched views & yard has 4 different patio/entertaining areas.Plenty of room for a large grass yard!SEE SUPPS FOR LIST OF UPGRADES! Neighborhoods: CREST Equipment:  Range/Oven Other Fees: 0 Sewer:  Septic Installed Topography: LL,GSL
Unit Size
2,200 Ft²
Days on Market
53 days
Land Size
0.34 acres
Price per sqft
$250
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1974

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Last updated: 4 months ago (SDMLS #140031973)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Oct 31, 2025 Sold
Sold
Aug 26, 2025 In contract -
In contract
Jul 29, 2025 Listed by SD HOMES $999,000
Listed by SD HOMES
Perched in the serene mountaintop community of Crest, this enchanting large residence, offers sweeping panoramic Mountain views, set on nearly half an acre. Featuring low maintenance landscaping, beautiful trees, a cascading waterfall, peaceful sitting areas, and garden beds in the lower section of the lot. Multiple patios and view decks provide the perfect backdrop for elegant entertaining or quiet reflection. Inside, the main level showcases a dramatic great room with soaring 14-ft vaulted wood beam ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace, and an open-concept kitchen flooded with natural light. The primary suite with a full bathroom also enjoys its own private view deck! Two more bedrooms with a full bathroom are also located upstairs. The lower level granny flat has flexibility with a private entrance, a bedroom, a full bath, kitchen & 2 additional bonus rooms, with direct access to the garage. Modern upgrades include a 10 SEER heat pump, 34 solar panels, newer dual-pane windows, concrete tile roof, and a rebuilt brand new septic system! Just 10 minutes to shopping and 30 minutes to the beach or Mountains! This is more than a home—it’s a magical escape offering privacy, space, and unforgettable views!
Aug 5, 2014 Sold
Sold
Jun 13, 2014 Listed by Century 21 Award $549,900
Listed by Century 21 Award

Property Highlights

Parking Available
Garage
Air Conditioning
Fireplace

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1974
  • Effective Year Built: 1974
  • Building Count: 1
  • Bedroom Count: 4
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 0
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 0
  • Building Style: 0
  • Exterior Walls Type: 0
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 0
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 3
  • Parking Space Count: 2
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0
  • Location Influence Type: 224

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 18,086
  • Total Building Area: 2,100
  • Building Area: 2,100
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 0
  • Heated Square Feet: 2,100
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: LA CRESTA
  • Land Acres: 0000000415
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 11
  • Legal Description 1: BLK 10 LOTS 21 THRU 24 TR 002093

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Grossmont Union High School District
  • School Tax School District: CAJON VALLEY UN
  • Census Tract: 015501

Zoning

  • Zoning: RR

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 002093
  • Subdivision Tract Number: 002093
  • Parcel: 509-141-09-00
  • Block: 10
  • Lot: 21-24
  • Municipality: CAJON VALLEY UNION
  • Latitude: 32.8089
  • Longitude: -116.861

    Address

  • Full Address: 255 Highline Trl
  • Address - House Number: 255
  • Address - Street Name: Highline
  • Address - Suffix Type: Trl
  • State: CA
  • City Name: El Cajon
  • Carrier Code: C005
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 4081
  • Zip Code: 92021

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $721,304
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 59-005

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1509
  • Valuation Date: Jan 27, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 81
  • Final Value: 968,279
  • High Value: 1,114,474
  • Low Value: 822,084

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $565,915
  • Assessed Land Value: $181,034
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $384,881

    Exemptions

  • Homeowner Exemption: Yes

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Jul 10, 2014
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Aug 06, 2014
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 36
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 2014-0337022
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Jun 18, 2002
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: May 07, 2002
  • Previous Sale Amount: $422,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 36
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 255 Highline Trail built and last sold?
The property at 255 Highline Trail was built in 1974 and last sold on Jul 10, 2014 for $490,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 255 Highline Trail is $979,817.
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