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Homes for Sale in El Cajon CA: Neighborhood Guide

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Featured Homes For Sale

Hand-picked listings with great value, location, and lifestyle appeal.

6 days on market
— beds bed, — baths bath property at Via Viejas Oeste 0, Alpine, CA 91901
$250,000

Via Viejas Oeste 0, Alpine, CA 91901

— beds
— baths
4.27 acres

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Via Viejas Oeste 0, Alpine, Ca 91901
6 days on market
— beds bed, — baths bath property at 21038 Fog Ridge 0, Alpine, CA 91901
$199,000

21038 Fog Ridge 0, Alpine, CA 91901

— beds
— baths
3.12 acres

compass

21038 Fog Ridge 0, Alpine, Ca 91901
6 days on market
5 beds bed, 2.5 baths bath property at 1734 Kyrsten Terrace, Alpine, CA 91901
$1,199,000

1734 Kyrsten Terrace, Alpine, CA 91901

5 beds
2.5 baths
2,540 sqft

compass

1734 Kyrsten Terrace, Alpine, Ca 91901
6 days on market
3 beds bed, 2 baths bath property at 2409 Pimlico Pl, Alpine, CA 91901
$750,000

2409 Pimlico Pl, Alpine, CA 91901

3 beds
2 baths
1,272 sqft

exp realty of california, inc.

2409 Pimlico Pl, Alpine, Ca 91901
6 days on market
5 beds bed, 5 baths bath property at 3023-25 Via Viejas, Alpine, CA 91901
$2,200,000

3023-25 Via Viejas, Alpine, CA 91901

5 beds
5 baths
4,304 sqft

exp realty of california, inc.

3023-25 Via Viejas, Alpine, Ca 91901
8 days on market
4 beds bed, 2 baths bath property at 1315 Hillcrest Drive, Alpine, CA 91901
$995,000

1315 Hillcrest Drive, Alpine, CA 91901

4 beds
2 baths
2,250 sqft

compass

1315 Hillcrest Drive, Alpine, Ca 91901
10 days on market
3 beds bed, 2 baths bath property at 1266 Alpine Heights Rd, Alpine, CA 91901
$1,250,000

1266 Alpine Heights Rd, Alpine, CA 91901

3 beds
2 baths
2,031 sqft

keller williams realty

1266 Alpine Heights Rd, Alpine, Ca 91901
11 days on market
— beds bed, — baths bath property at 0000 Illahee Dr T17559, Alpine, CA 91901
$200,000

0000 Illahee Dr T17559, Alpine, CA 91901

— beds
— baths
10.4 acres

allison james estates & homes

0000 Illahee Dr T17559, Alpine, Ca 91901
12 days on market
4 beds bed, 4 baths bath property at 2967 Via Viejas, Alpine, CA 91901
$1,399,000

2967 Via Viejas, Alpine, CA 91901

4 beds
4 baths
3,526 sqft

real brokerage technologies

2967 Via Viejas, Alpine, Ca 91901
13 days on market
3 beds bed, 2 baths bath property at 23453 Japatul Valley Rd, Alpine, CA 91901
$849,900

23453 Japatul Valley Rd, Alpine, CA 91901

3 beds
2 baths
1,992 sqft

coldwell banker west

23453 Japatul Valley Rd, Alpine, Ca 91901
13 days on market
4 beds bed, 3.5 baths bath property at 3004 Via Donito, Alpine, CA 91901
$1,650,000

3004 Via Donito, Alpine, CA 91901

4 beds
3.5 baths
4,523 sqft

melissa goldstein tucci

3004 Via Donito, Alpine, Ca 91901
13 days on market
3 beds bed, 2 baths bath property at 6402 Japatul Highlands Rd, Alpine, CA 91901
$675,000

6402 Japatul Highlands Rd, Alpine, CA 91901

3 beds
2 baths
2,184 sqft

berkshire hathaway homeservices california properties

6402 Japatul Highlands Rd, Alpine, Ca 91901
15 days on market
6 beds bed, 3 baths bath property at 1331 Ramblewood, Alpine, CA 91901
$1,249,000

1331 Ramblewood, Alpine, CA 91901

6 beds
3 baths
2,716 sqft

luis blanco real estate

1331 Ramblewood, Alpine, Ca 91901
16 days on market
5 beds bed, 3 baths bath property at 2638 W Victoria Drive, Alpine, CA 91901
$999,900

2638 W Victoria Drive, Alpine, CA 91901

5 beds
3 baths
2,112 sqft

re/max connections

2638 W Victoria Drive, Alpine, Ca 91901
16 days on market
3 beds bed, 2 baths bath property at 3505 Alpine Blvd 29, Alpine, CA 91901
$249,000

3505 Alpine Blvd 29, Alpine, CA 91901

3 beds
2 baths
1,164 sqft

coldwell banker west

3505 Alpine Blvd 29, Alpine, Ca 91901
17 days on market
3 beds bed, 2 baths bath property at 1242 Marshall Rd, Alpine, CA 91901
$699,000

1242 Marshall Rd, Alpine, CA 91901

3 beds
2 baths
1,846 sqft

allison james estates & homes

1242 Marshall Rd, Alpine, Ca 91901
17 days on market
2 beds bed, 2 baths bath property at 3505 Alpine Blvd 49, Alpine, CA 91901
$122,900

3505 Alpine Blvd 49, Alpine, CA 91901

2 beds
2 baths
760 sqft

parker properties

3505 Alpine Blvd 49, Alpine, Ca 91901
20 days on market
5 beds bed, 3.5 baths bath property at 450 Summerhill Ct, Alpine, CA 91901
$2,200,000

450 Summerhill Ct, Alpine, CA 91901

5 beds
3.5 baths
5,399 sqft

keller williams realty

450 Summerhill Ct, Alpine, Ca 91901
22 days on market
4 beds bed, 3 baths bath property at 1421 Blue Lilac, Alpine, CA 91901
$1,100,000

1421 Blue Lilac, Alpine, CA 91901

4 beds
3 baths
2,146 sqft

generations realty

1421 Blue Lilac, Alpine, Ca 91901
22 days on market
4 beds bed, 3 baths bath property at 1945 Boulders Ln, Alpine, CA 91901
$989,000

1945 Boulders Ln, Alpine, CA 91901

4 beds
3 baths
2,000 sqft

exp realty of california, inc.

1945 Boulders Ln, Alpine, Ca 91901
22 days on market
2 beds bed, 2 baths bath property at 3505 Alpine Blvd #15, Alpine, CA 91901
$159,900

3505 Alpine Blvd #15, Alpine, CA 91901

2 beds
2 baths
840 sqft

woodson realty

3505 Alpine Blvd #15, Alpine, Ca 91901
22 days on market
5 beds bed, 3.5 baths bath property at 1106 Alpine Oaks Dr., Alpine, CA 91901
$1,815,000

1106 Alpine Oaks Dr., Alpine, CA 91901

5 beds
3.5 baths
5,575 sqft

palisade realty inc

1106 Alpine Oaks Dr., Alpine, Ca 91901
26 days on market
3 beds bed, 2 baths bath property at 2501 Columbine Drive, Alpine, CA 91901
$699,000

2501 Columbine Drive, Alpine, CA 91901

3 beds
2 baths
1,706 sqft

berkshire hathaway homeservices california properties

2501 Columbine Drive, Alpine, Ca 91901
29 days on market
3 beds bed, 2.5 baths bath property at 2167 Collomia Ct., Alpine, CA 91901
$1,498,000

2167 Collomia Ct., Alpine, CA 91901

3 beds
2.5 baths
3,028 sqft

redfin corporation

2167 Collomia Ct., Alpine, Ca 91901
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Your questions, answered.

Straight answers to the most common buying questions.

Most buyers put down between 3% and 20% depending on the loan type. A lender can show you low down payment options.

Yes — it helps you understand your budget, strengthens your offer, and shows sellers you’re serious.

On average, 30–60 days once you’re under contract. The search timeline depends on your goals and market conditions.

Typically 2–5% of the purchase price, covering lender fees, title insurance, taxes, and more.

Yes. Bridge loans, contingencies, or creative financing can help you transition smoothly.

It varies by area and price point. A local agent can provide current insights on competition and multiple offers.

Not required, but highly recommended. An agent protects your interests, negotiates for you, and simplifies the process.

You’ll go through inspections, appraisal, and final loan approval before closing day.

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