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PRICE $889,000 dsIDX morgage calculator
BEDS 4
BATHS 2
HOME SIZE 1,697 sqft
LOT SIZE 8,712 sqft

SANTEE LAKES: Tucked Back, Lifted Up, Quiet by Design WHAT WE LOVE: There's something different about this home, and you feel it before you ever step inside. You don't just arrive here, you travel to it. Past the busier roads and obvious routes, the streets narrow, the noise fades, and suddenly it's just you and a small pocket of neighbors who chose calm without sacrificing convenience. The home sits slightly elevated, just enough to catch the canyon breeze rolling in from the west. Outside, both the front and back yards have been thoughtfully redone with turf, defined spaces, curated landscaping, and clean hardscape. But the real moment happens when you move up the back of the lot and look out to the south and west. From the top, you can see the lakes, Mission Trails, and its rolling mountains. Not loud. Not flashy. Just quietly beautiful. This is one of those places that feels intentionally placed, like it found its way here for a reason. WHAT WE LOVE: (CONT...) Set deep into one of Santee's most desirable residential pockets near Santee Lakes, this single level home delivers a rare combination of privacy, perch, and neighborhood intimacy. The location feels removed without feeling remote, offering separation from through traffic while still being minutes from everyday conveniences. Inside, the layout is practical and flexible, with four bedrooms that easily accommodate guest space, a home office, or creative use depending on how you live. The backyard has been upgraded for easy, everyday enjoyment, featuring a comfortable covered patio that extends along much of the rear of the home, along with turf and hardscape that create a clean, low maintenance setting ideal for quiet mornings or hosting friends. The natural rise behind the property provides space to expand a garden, adds privacy from neighboring homes above, and preserves subtle west facing outlooks toward the lakes. The slight elevation brings consistent airflow and a cooler feel, especially in the afternoons, with breezes moving through from the nearby canyon and Mission Trails Regional Park. This is not a main road home, not a shortcut street, and not a pass through location. It's a destination, and the people who live here tend to understand why. If you value quiet streets, intentional placement, and a home that feels just a little removed from the world while staying connected to it, this one is worth your attention.

DAYS ON MARKET 3 LAST UPDATED 1/8/2026
TRACT SANTEE YEAR BUILT 1984
COMMUNITY East County GARAGE SPACES 2.0
COUNTY San Diego STATUS Active
PROPERTY TYPE(S) Single Family


ADDITIONAL DETAILS
AIR Central Air
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
APPLIANCES Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
AREA East County
CONSTRUCTION Stucco
FIREPLACE Yes
GARAGE Attached Garage, Yes
HEAT Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Natural Gas
LOT 8712 sq ft
LOT DIMENSIONS 7,500-10,889 SF
PARKING Attached, Garage
STORIES 1
SUBDIVISION SANTEE
UTILITIES Sewer Connected
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Listed with The Greenhouse Group Inc

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