El Cajon Homes with One Level Stories

El Cajon Homes with One Level Stories

Welcome to El Cajon, a vibrant city nestled in the heart of San Diego County, California. Known for its rich cultural diversity and stunning landscapes, El Cajon offers a unique blend of suburban charm and urban convenience. With its picturesque mountain views and a warm, sunny climate, residents enjoy a lifestyle filled with outdoor activities, local parks, and family-friendly events. The city boasts a variety of dining options, shopping centers, and entertainment venues, making it an ideal place to call home.

For those seeking the perfect one-level living experience, El Cajon presents an array of beautifully designed single-story homes. These residences are perfect for families, retirees, and anyone who appreciates the ease of accessible living. With spacious layouts and thoughtful designs, one-level homes in El Cajon offer the convenience of having all essential living spaces on a single floor, eliminating the need for stairs and providing a seamless flow throughout the home.

Imagine enjoying your morning coffee in a sunlit kitchen, hosting gatherings in a cozy living room, or retreating to a tranquil backyard that requires minimal upkeep. One-level homes in El Cajon often feature modern amenities, open floor plans, and outdoor spaces perfect for entertaining or relaxing.

Whether you're looking to start a new chapter or downsize without compromising on comfort, El Cajon’s single-story homes provide the perfect sanctuary. Experience the best of California living in a community that welcomes you with open arms. Discover your dream home in El Cajon today!

Newest El Cajon Homes with One Level Stories

$1,299,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 260022434SD MLS ⋅ Active Status
Located on one of the most desirable streets in Mt. Helix, this turnkey single-story pool home was extensively renovated down to the studs in 2024. The thoughtfully redesigned interior features four bedrooms, three bathrooms, moOffive1dern finishes and comfortable living spaces created for everyday enjoyment and entertaining. Situated on nearly half an acre, the property offers a long private driveway with generous parking for multiple vehicles, an RV and a boat. The beautifully finished grounds include a sparkling pool, stamped concrete, new retaining walls, artificial turf and natural grass. Located within the highly sought-after Fuerte Elementary School boundary, this exceptional property combines privacy, usable outdoor space, extensive improvements and a premier Mt. Helix location. Located on one of the most desirable streets in Mt. Helix, this turnkey single-story pool home was extensively renovated down to the studs in 2024. The thoughtfully redesigned interior features four bedrooms, three bathrooms, moOffive1dern finishes and comfortable living spaces created for everyday enjoyment and entertaining. Situated on nearly half an acre, the property offers a long private driveway with generous parking for multiple vehicles, an RV and a boat. The beautifully finished grounds include a sparkling pool, stamped concrete, new retaining walls, artificial turf and natural grass. Located within the highly sought-after Fuerte Elementary School boundary, this exceptional property combines privacy, usable outdoor space, extensive improvements and a premier Mt. Helix location.

343 Horizon Hills, El Cajon
$965,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260022433SD MLS ⋅ Active Status
A rare find in the beautiful Cottonwood community with spectacular views! This inviting home features low-maintenance landscaping with synthetic grass, decorative rock, automatic sprinkler systerm, a long driveway, two garages, and fruit trees extending into the side yard. Inside, you’ll find 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, vaulted ceilings, a cozy fireplace, wood shutters, central A/C unit and a formal dining area. Enjoy morning sunrises and cool breezes from the spacious backyard, complete with breathtaking views. Conveniently located just minutes from Jamacha Road, with easy access to shops, parks, and dining. No HOA, no Mello-Roos, and no extra fees!

2336 Wind River Rd, El Cajon
$930,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ PTP2606930 MLS ⋅ Coming Soon Status
COMING SOON! Immaculate, Single Story 2,000+ SF, Fletcher Hills home at end of Cul-de-sac!

454 Goulburn Ct, El Cajon
$390,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ PTP2606929 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Ground-level living, two assigned parking spaces, and a low HOA make this 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath condo at La Quinta Gardens an opportunity you won’t want to miss! This inviting home features laminate flooring throughout and a spacious living area filled with natural light. The living room flows into the dining area, creating a comfortable space for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen offers plenty of cabinetry and counter space, while the private fenced patio gives you your own outdoor retreat for morning coffee, gardening, pets, or simply unwinding at the end of the day. Enjoy the added convenience of two assigned parking spaces and a community pool. With a low monthly HOA of approximately $383, including water, trash, and grounds maintenance, this home offers an attractive combination of comfort, convenience, and value. Centrally located in El Cajon with easy access to shopping, dining, freeway access, and all that East County San Diego has to offer. A wonderful opportunity to make this home your own!

1386 E Madison Avenue, El Cajon
$729,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260022365SD MLS ⋅ Active Status
Discover a move-in-ready El Cajon home offering privacy, owned solar, RV and boat parking, versatile bonus spaces, and exceptional indoor-outdoor living. Located in an area with census tracts that may offer eligible buyers access to special lending programs, down-payment assistance, or favorable financing benefits, subject to lender and program requirements. R-6 zoning may also provide valuable long-term flexibility for an ADU, additional residential space, or other development opportunities, subject to city approval and verification. The thoughtfully upgraded interior features soaring 10-foot ceilings, solid wood cabinetry, granite countertops, tile flooring, fresh paint, high-end LG appliances, a Bosch dishwasher, and an energy-efficient LG all-in-one heat-pump laundry system. Significant improvements include a 200-amp electrical panel and newer HVAC system with updated ductwork. Secure, private, off-street parking includes a gated driveway and approximately 30-foot covered carport with room for multiple vehicles, an RV, boat, or trailer. Additional space may accommodate expanded parking or other future uses. The fully fenced backyard is designed for year-round San Diego outdoor living and entertaining, complete with a covered patio, custom putting course, and palapa with an outdoor fireplace. Multiple detached structures add even more functionality, including a 24-by-12-foot powered workshop, a fully finished flex space ideal for a home office, gym, studio, or creative retreat, plus two additional storage sheds. Conveniently located near Downtown El Cajon restaurants

370 Wisconsin Ave, El Cajon
$700,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260022342SD MLS ⋅ Active Status
Welcome to this charming home offering a comfortable, open-concept floor plan with plenty of natural light. Beautiful oak wood floors flow through the main living areas, while the bedrooms feature brand-new carpet. Fresh interior paint, dual-pane windows, and central heating and A/C make this home truly move-in ready. Whole house fan and ovesized vents are a bonus. The spacious kitchen features granite counters and opens to the living and dining areas. Wood burning, masonary fireplace too. An oversized two-car garage provides plenty of room for parking, storage, hobbies, or a workshop. Outside, you'll find an outdoor kitchen complete with BBQ, refrigerator and hot & cold running water. The backyard harvest is well established with apple, peach, avocado, pear, guava and Ponderosa lime trees. Whether you're picking fresh fruit, relaxing outdoors, or making the space your own, this sweet home offers comfort, character, and a little something special.

587 Wayne, El Cajon
$1,005,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260022341SD MLS ⋅ Coming Soon Status
Beautifully updated Fletcher Hills home offering 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, hillside views, a 0.51-acre lot, and a number of recent improvements. Since the prior sale, the property has been enhanced with fully paid solar and two battery backups, new flooring, extensive drainage improvements, refreshed landscaping, and a completely remodeled primary bathroom. Inside, the home offers a comfortable and functional layout with central heating and air conditioning, dual-pane windows, recessed lighting, and a wood-burning fireplace. The kitchen features generous storage, a large pantry, breakfast bar, and gas cooktop, while the outdoor space includes a built-in BBQ and plenty of room to relax or entertain. Beyond the backyard is a large, gently sloping portion of the lot that offers a variety of possibilities. The additional space could potentially accommodate a pool, expansive fruit tree grove or garden, outdoor entertaining or gathering area, or other creative uses. Buyers may also wish to explore potential lot-split or additional development opportunities, subject to zoning, feasibility, and all applicable governmental approvals. A circular driveway provides convenient access and additional parking flexibility, along with potential space for RV or boat parking. Conveniently located in desirable Fletcher Hills, this home combines substantial recent upgrades, generous outdoor space, everyday comfort, and a great setting with views. Professional photos will be added by 9/21, at which time the listing will be fully active.

El Cajon
$849,900
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 260022339SD MLS ⋅ Active Status
Beautifully remodeled 5 bed, 3 bath home with over 1,700 sq ft on a huge, nearly 9,000 sq ft flat R3 lot! The open floor plan features a stylish kitchen with breakfast bar peninsula and direct access to a large patio, perfect for entertaining. Two primary suites offer exceptional flexibility for multigenerational living or future income potential, with the main suite featuring a walk-in closet and private patio access. Enjoy a huge driveway with ample parking for multiple vehicles, RVs, boats, and more. Additional upgrades include new central HVAC, all-new plumbing, new water heater, and new main sewer line. The expansive lot also offers future ADU potential (buyer to verify). Special financing available: This property qualifies for a conventional loan program offering as little as 3% down with no mortgage insurance, plus up to $7,500 toward closing costs for qualified buyers. Contact listing agent for details.

668 Van Houten Ave, El Cajon
$675,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ PTP2606892 MLS ⋅ Active Status
This beautifully maintained family home offers 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, providing exceptional comfort, space, and value. Step inside to a welcoming living room featuring vaulted ceilings, an open and spacious layout, and a seamless flow into the dining area and bright, well-appointed kitchen. A tiled breakfast bar offers convenient additional seating, making the space ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. All three bedrooms are thoughtfully located down the hall, including a generously sized primary suite complete with a private en-suite bathroom. The backyard is truly a homeowner’s paradise, featuring a large, newer covered patio and concrete slab—perfect for outdoor dining, entertaining, or relaxing. An expansive turf area provides plenty of room for children and adults to play, unwind, and enjoy the outdoors. Affordable and move-in ready, this home offers an exceptional combination of space, functionality, and value. Schedule your showing today—you won’t be disappointed!

8507 Happy Way N, El Cajon
$185,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260022266SD MLS ⋅ Active Status
Beautiful spacious 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home. The floorplan offers open area from the living room to the kitchen area. Yard for a small pool, swing set, shed or whatever you would like! The laundry room is located in the back of the home in the master bathroom. There are 2 parking spots on one side and the other has room to host outside gatherings, kids to play, and a little garden area.

13655 Highway 8 Business Unit 105, El Cajon
$725,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260022214SD MLS ⋅ Active Status
Tucked into the scenic foothills of El Cajon, 13749 Ridge Hill Rd is the kind of opportunity that stops seasoned buyers in their tracks. On a street where land like this simply does not exist, this 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home sits on 1.23 acres of flat, usable property with potential that is genuinely limitless. ADU? Pool? Workshop? Bring your imagination and then bring it again. The home itself is move in ready and loaded with the right updates. Vinyl plank flooring flows throughout the entire home, recessed lighting sets a clean modern tone, and updated windows fill every room with natural light. The open concept living room, dining room, and kitchen design makes the space feel larger than life and perfect for everyday living and entertaining alike. Cozy up to the wood burning fireplace on those crisp East County evenings, stay cool all summer long with central AC, and enjoy the convenience of ceiling fans in every bedroom. The attached 2 car garage and wide open lot give you storage and parking options most El Cajon homeowners can only dream about. This is not just a home. This is a foothold in one of East County's most exciting opportunities. Flat usable acreage at this price point in this neighborhood is unheard of and it will not be available for long. Come see it. Then make your move

13749 Ridge Hill Rd, El Cajon
$1,697,500
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 260022206SD MLS ⋅ Active Status
YOUR PRIVATE SANCTUARY AWAITS! WELCOME TO THE FOOTHILLS OF MT. MERRITT WHERE YOU WILL FALL IN LOVE WITH THIS SINGLE STORY GATED ESTATE. ONCE FEATURED IN SAN DIEGO HOME/GARDEN FOR IT’S GORGEOUS WATER WISE LANDSCAPE, PUTTING GREEN, MATURE FRUIT TREES, GREENHOUSE AND THOUGHTFULLY DESIGNED OUTDOOR SPACES. IT IS TRULY A GARDENER’S DELIGHT! RELAX OUTSIDE ON THE ELEGANT MANGARIS HARDWOOD DECK AND ENJOY THE MOUNTAIN VIEWS. STEP INSIDE OF THE 3,600 SQ FT HOME AND ENJOY A SPACIOUS OPEN FLOOR PLAN, LARGE KITCHEN WITH WALK IN PANTRY, CUSTOM ENTERTAINMENT CENTER AND DUAL SIDED FIREPLACE. THE SPACIOUS PRIMARY SUITE INCLUDES A COZY BOOK NOOK WITH A FIREPLACE, CREATING AN IDEAL PLACE TO RELAX. THE LUXURIOUS BATHROOM FEATURES A VANITY, SOAKING TUB AND HIS/HERS WALK IN CLOSETS, OFFERING COMFORT, CONVENIENCE AND AMPLE STORAGE. ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE 38 OWNED SOLAR PANELS, RV/BOAT PARKING, AND AN OVERSIZED 3-CAR GARAGE WITH COMMERCIAL GRADE SHELVING AND A CENTER DRIVE-THROUGH BAY PROVIDING DIRECT BACKYARD ACCESS. PRIVATE, GATED AND ONE OF A KIND, THIS EXCEPTIONAL PROPERTY IS A MUST SEE.

1695 Grove Rd, El Cajon
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