Welcome to this beautifully updated 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home that blends timeless charm with modern upgrades on over 2.4 acres of private land. This large 2,504 square foot home boasts two spacious living spaces, a formal dining room, library, primary suite and an attached ADU above its 3 car garage. The gourmet kitchen has been tastefully renovated with high end finishes, stainless steel appliances, and ample countertop space, seamlessly flowing into the living room and outdoor areas - ideal for entertaining. All bathrooms are fully upgraded with dual sinks and walk in showers and heated floors. Off the living room, a private wine cellar is perfect for collectors or entertainers alike. Builder was meticulous in crafting the mahogany window casings, inlays for decor, and wood beamed ceilings. Truly must see to appreciate.
Above the attached garage, is a quaint Granny Suite / ADU with its own kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom providing the perfect setup for guests or rental income. In addition to the main house, there is a spacious 2 car garage outbuilding for toys and recreation. It also has a Gym and office which provides the shortest commute to your remote job site :) Just for fun, the owner also has a fully functioning wood shop complete with vacuum system and machinery. If you don't want all that extra space for the wood shop, check out the plans for a separate main floor master and/or second ADU.
The grounds are truly magical. From your front door, you enjoy birds bathing in the pond and stream. Walking down from this picturesque setting, you come to the above ground pool and deck area ready to be reimagined. From the kitchen, you walk out a set of 10' folding doors to enjoy the outdoor kitchen and dining area where you can enjoy hosting in a more private setting. Surrounding the home is low maintenance turf perfect for pets. The home also offers solar panels and central HVAC to ensure year round comfort and energy efficiency.
For sale
Listing Provided by:
Charles Filkey DRE #01722863 619-320-6036,
Filkey & Associates
Price cut: $52K (6/19)
$1,325,000
1961 Forester Creek Rd, El Cajon, CA 92021
4beds
2,504sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1981
2.48 Acres Lot
$1,297,700 Zestimate®
$529/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood shopGourmet kitchenGym and officePrimary suiteWood beamed ceilingsPrivate landHigh end finishes
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Listing updated: June 21, 2025 at 02:48pm
Listing Provided by:
Charles Filkey DRE #01722863 619-320-6036,
Filkey & Associates
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: ND25112228
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Library, Loft, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office, Wine Cellar, Workshop, Dining Room
Bathroom
- Features: Bidet, Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Enclosed Toilet, Heated Floor, Multiple Shower Heads, Stone Counters, Separate Shower, Upgraded
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Stone Counters, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s), Solar
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Barbecue, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Heater
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Living Room Deck Attached, Stone Counters, Loft, Wine Cellar, Workshop
- Flooring: Stone, Wood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Primary Bedroom
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,504 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Door-Multi, Garage, Workshop in Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 5
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: First Floor
- Patio & porch: Brick, Covered, Deck, Open, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Koi Pond
- Pool features: None
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Above Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canyon, Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 2.48 Acres
- Features: Front Yard, Secluded, Sloped Up, Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Second Garage, Guest House Attached, Outbuilding, Workshop, Cabana
- Parcel number: 5080505400
- On leased land: Yes
- Lease amount: $0
- Zoning: A70
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Concrete,Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1981
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Hiking, Mountainous
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: El Cajon
Location
- Region: El Cajon
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $529/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $578,151
- Annual tax amount: $6,934
- Date on market: 5/20/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Cal Vet Loan,FHA 203(b),FHA 203(k),FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
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