Pride of ownership at its finest! This exceptional 5BR, 3BA Santee home is the one so many buyers have been waiting for, offering generous space, thoughtful custom features, and a gorgeous backyard designed for year-round enjoyment. Custom cabinetry, abundant storage, closet organizers, crown molding around many windows and doors, seven ceiling fans, and numerous custom touches reflect the exceptional care found throughout. The flexible floor plan provides room for family, guests, a home office, fitness area, or multi-generational living. Step outside to an impressive 16-by-25-foot covered Trex deck, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, and outdoor dining. The landscaped hillside features raised garden beds filled with a wonderful variety of fruit trees. Additional highlights include seller-owned solar, RV parking, no HOA, and a generous 6,982 sq. ft. lot. A beautifully maintained home offering the space, quality, flexibility, and lifestyle today's buyers are searching for!  HOME IMPROVEMENTS & UPGRADES  9874 Via Francis, Santee, CA 92071  Year Improvement / Upgrade  2002 Installed rear retaining wall  2002 Built New Shed  2002 Installed new windows   2005 Replace side/rear fencing  2003 Installed New Brick Sidewalks  2005 Installed Upper Deck, Stairs, Drainage  2005 Install Retaining Walls / Tier Rear Hill  2007 Replace Roof  2007 Remodeled master bathroom & closet  2007 Remodeled Stairs and Upstairs Banister  2007 Custom Closet Storage  2007 Upgraded all interior doors  2014 Built-in Garage Storage Cabinets  2015 Upgraded (Removed/Installed) new Attic Insulation  2015 Installed Solar  2016 Remodel Kitchen  2016 Remodel back room  2017 Install downstairs flooring  2018 Upgraded House Electrical (200amp)  2019 Upgraded Fireplace Chimney with new liner  2019 Installed Custom Window Shutters  2020 Install hill tiers  2020 Removed existing, installed new retaining wall out front  2020 Install New Front Yard Fencing  2020 Removed front sidewalk & porch, installed pavers  2021 New Deck and Deck Covering  2021 New Garage Door & Operator  2021 New front yard  2022 Installed new Cement Board Siding on front, new trim boards, and Tex-coat painting on the entire house.  2023 Installed Turf front and back yards  2023 Replaced/Upgraded Water Heater  2025 Replaced Furnace, A/C, and all attic ducting  2025 New Dishwasher  2025 New Garbage Disposal  2025 New Bathroom Tub/Enclosure (Upstairs)   Important Notice: This improvement list, including dates and descriptions, was provided by the seller and is for informational purposes only.  Buyer and Buyer's Agent are advised to independently verify all information, permits, warranties, conditions, and any other matters deemed material during the buyer's investigation period.