$1,149,900For sale
1521 Shadow Knolls Ln
El Cajon, CA 92020 · MLS# 260024070SD
Listing courtesy of Century 21 Affiliated- 4Beds
- 4Baths
- 3,177Sq Ft
- 1974Year Built
About This Home
Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from this one-of-a-kind custom home on Mount Helix, near Rancho San Diego. Designed by Jay Foltz to capture its stunning surroundings, this home sits at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac on approximately 3/4 of an acre. Spacious rooms, walls of windows, and abundant natural light create an inviting atmosphere, while multiple balconies, decks, and patios offer beautiful spaces for relaxing and entertaining. A beautifully remodeled kitchen, updated entry-level primary suite, and second bedroom suite downstairs provide comfort and flexibility for guests or multigenerational living. Features include solar, a newly installed 14-SEER HVAC system, new carpet throughout, energy-efficient windows, a dry sauna, and high-end kitchen and bathroom renovations. The expansive grounds feature a fenced backyard, fruit trees, retaining walls, and terraced outdoor areas surrounded by sweeping views. A two-car garage with direct home access, large carport, and oversized parking area add convenience. Ideal for intimate gatherings or larger celebrations, this distinctive property combines thoughtful design with exceptional indoor-outdoor living. Nearby schools include Fuerte Elementary, Hillsdale Middle, and Valhalla High. A detailed list of upgrades is available. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from this one-of-a-kind custom home on Mount Helix, near Rancho San Diego. Designed by Jay Foltz to capture its stunning surroundings, this home sits at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac on approximately 3/4 of an acre. Spacious rooms, walls of windows, and abundant natural light create an inviting atmosphere, while multiple balconies, decks, and patios offer beautiful spaces for relaxing and entertaining. A beautifully remodeled kitchen, updated entry-level primary suite, and second bedroom suite downstairs provide comfort and flexibility for guests or multigenerational living. Features include solar, a newly installed 14-SEER HVAC system, new carpet throughout, energy-efficient windows, a dry sauna, and high-end kitchen and bathroom renovations. The expansive grounds feature a fenced backyard, fruit trees, retaining walls, and terraced outdoor areas surrounded by sweeping views. A two-car garage with direct home access, large carport, and oversized parking area add convenience. Ideal for intimate gatherings or larger celebrations, this distinctive property combines thoughtful design with exceptional indoor-outdoor living. Nearby schools include Fuerte Elementary, Hillsdale Middle, and Valhalla High. A detailed list of upgrades is available.
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Property at a Glance: 1521 Shadow Knolls Ln
This single family residence property at 1521 Shadow Knolls Ln, El Cajon, CA 92020 is for sale at $1,149,900. The home has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and 3,177 square feet of living space. It was built in 1974 and sits on a lot of 0.74 acres. That comes to about $362 per square foot. Reach out to set up a showing or ask for more details about this home.
Snapshot
- Status
- For sale
- Price
- $1,149,900
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 3
- Half Baths
- 1
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1974
- Square Feet
- 3,177
- Lot Size
- 0.74 acres
- Days on Market
- 15
- MLS #
- 260024070SD
- Price per Sq Ft
- $362
- County
- San Diego
- Subdivision
- Rancho San Diego
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Rancho San Diego in El Cajon, CA
1521 Shadow Knolls Ln is in the Rancho San Diego neighborhood of El Cajon, CA. Ask Brad & Karen Mattonen about other homes for sale in Rancho San Diego and what nearby homes have sold for.
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Local facts
Facts and context beyond the MLS description
What the numbers say about 1521 Shadow Knolls Ln and the El Cajon area around it.
Current market context
How this home compares in El Cajon
- $362This home per sq ft
- $474Median per sq ft
- 90Homes for sale like it
- 1Average days on market
At $362 per square foot, 1521 Shadow Knolls Ln is priced about 24% below the $474 median for 4 bedroom homes for sale in El Cajon now.
Nearby sold homes
Recent sold homes near this property
Homes that sold within 1.25 miles of 1521 Shadow Knolls Ln in the last 6 months, at a median price of $1,177,500.
| Address | Sold | Home | Sold price | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1308 Sundale Road | Oct 1, 2026 | 4 bd · 3 ba · 3,094 sqft | $1,200,000 | 0.2 mi |
| 1616 Fuerte Ranch Road | Jun 3, 2026 | 4 bd · 3 ba · 2,955 sqft | $1,420,000 | 0.2 mi |
| 12223 Fuerte | Aug 10, 2026 | 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,658 sqft | $600,000 | 0.3 mi |
| 1525 Fair Glen Rd | Apr 30, 2026 | 4 bd · 2 ba · 2,054 sqft | $1,040,000 | 0.4 mi |
| 1565 FAIR VALLEY RD | Jun 22, 2026 | 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,898 sqft | $1,050,000 | 0.5 mi |
| 1820 Grove Road | May 1, 2026 | 4 bd · 3 ba · 2,024 sqft | $1,155,000 | 0.5 mi |
| 1520 Merritt Drive | Jul 21, 2026 | 3 bd · 3 ba · 3,565 sqft | $1,210,000 | 0.5 mi |
| 1426 Hidden Mesa View Drive | Jun 30, 2026 | 4 bd · 4 ba · 2,855 sqft | $1,650,000 | 0.6 mi |
Every home is different. Ask for a full price review before you make an offer.
Listing timeline
Price and status history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 18, 2026 | Price change | $1,149,900 |
| Oct 3, 2026 | Active | $1,249,900 |
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