Real Estate Investment Properties for Sale in El Cajon, CA

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Investment Property for Sale in El Cajon, CA

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
497 Mountain View Rd El Cajon, CA Single-story home on a spacious .59-acre lot in Crest, offering sweeping views of Stonerid...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,409 sq.ft.	$779,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.37% Traditional cash on cash: 3.57% Airbnb Rental Income: $1547 Traditional Rental Income: $3958 Airbnb ROI: -0.37% Traditional ROI: 3.57%
15397 Rock Creek Ln El Cajon, CA Prepare to be captivated by Blossom Valley's most exceptional estate, a privately gated sa...	5 beds \| 6 baths \| 7,067 sq.ft.	$4,938,397	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.21% Traditional cash on cash: 0.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $3316 Traditional Rental Income: $10562 Airbnb ROI: -1.21% Traditional ROI: 0.53%
1178 Eucalyptus Dr El Cajon, CA Welcome to this beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in the heart of El Cajon. Perfect for com...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,501 sq.ft.	$900,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.55% Traditional cash on cash: 2.76% Airbnb Rental Income: $1547 Traditional Rental Income: $3876 Airbnb ROI: -0.55% Traditional ROI: 2.76%
11358 Via Rancho San Diego #G El Cajon, CA Welcome to the perfect mix of nature and city, located right on the edge of civilization w...	2 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,258 sq.ft.	$579,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.18% Traditional cash on cash: 3.85% Airbnb Rental Income: $1933 Traditional Rental Income: $3603 Airbnb ROI: -0.18% Traditional ROI: 3.85%
477 S Lincoln Ave El Cajon, CA Welcome to this inviting 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath condo offering 928 sq. ft. of comfortable liv...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 928 sq.ft.	$450,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.74% Traditional cash on cash: 3.89% Airbnb Rental Income: $1933 Traditional Rental Income: $2328 Airbnb ROI: 1.74% Traditional ROI: 3.89%
507 Terra Ln El Cajon, CA This charming 3 bed, 2 bath single-family home in El Cajon offers 1,344 sq ft of comfortab...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,344 sq.ft.	$799,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.33% Traditional cash on cash: 3.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $1547 Traditional Rental Income: $3811 Airbnb ROI: -0.33% Traditional ROI: 3.31%
11935 Royal Rd #E El Cajon, CA VA/FHA Approved. Seller will entertain offers between $545,900 to $561,900. Welcome to Roy...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,323 sq.ft.	$561,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.88% Traditional cash on cash: 4.15% Airbnb Rental Income: $1547 Traditional Rental Income: $3738 Airbnb ROI: -0.88% Traditional ROI: 4.15%
1386 E Madison Ave unit: 15 #15 El Cajon, CA Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath condo offering a perfect blend of comfort and...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 814 sq.ft.	$349,999	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.05% Traditional cash on cash: 4.45% Airbnb Rental Income: $1933 Traditional Rental Income: $2540 Airbnb ROI: 1.05% Traditional ROI: 4.45%
9410 Brian Way El Cajon, CA Submit an offer now and celebrate the holidays in your new home! BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL $5,0...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,235 sq.ft.	$974,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.98% Traditional cash on cash: 3.3% Airbnb Rental Income: $3316 Traditional Rental Income: $4672 Airbnb ROI: 0.98% Traditional ROI: 3.3%
1429 Oakdale Ave El Cajon, CA ADU Potential! This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home with a bonus room sits on a large lot in El...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,000 sq.ft.	$829,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.26% Traditional cash on cash: 2.44% Airbnb Rental Income: $1933 Traditional Rental Income: $3109 Airbnb ROI: 0.26% Traditional ROI: 2.44%
13890 Pinkard Way #68 El Cajon, CA Now Offered at a New Price! Private, Ground-Level Retreat with Sweeping Views Tucked away...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,196 sq.ft.	$558,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.09% Traditional cash on cash: 2.69% Airbnb Rental Income: $1933 Traditional Rental Income: $2874 Airbnb ROI: -0.09% Traditional ROI: 2.69%
6433 Dehesa Road El Cajon, CA Short Sale Approved + Huge Price Correction! Experience resort-style privacy in this custo...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,263 sq.ft.	$1,299,999	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.43% Traditional cash on cash: 2.11% Airbnb Rental Income: $3038 Traditional Rental Income: $4368 Airbnb ROI: 0.43% Traditional ROI: 2.11%
792 N Mollison Avenue #7 El Cajon, CA Back on the market as lender would not approve short sale. Move-In Ready Villa Toscano Tow...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,035 sq.ft.	$499,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.13% Traditional cash on cash: 2.27% Airbnb Rental Income: $1933 Traditional Rental Income: $2420 Airbnb ROI: 0.13% Traditional ROI: 2.27%
2044 Eula Lane El Cajon, CA Listing Agent Steven Sladek \| 02083314 \| Coldwell Banker West Luxurious Shadow Mountain Es...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,146 sq.ft.	$1,175,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.32% Traditional cash on cash: 2.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $3038 Traditional Rental Income: $5453 Airbnb ROI: -0.32% Traditional ROI: 2.53%
8603 Cordial Road El Cajon, CA Welcome home to this this newly upgraded single-family home located in the Johnstown neigh...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,372 sq.ft.	$775,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.89% Traditional cash on cash: 3.92% Airbnb Rental Income: $3038 Traditional Rental Income: $3805 Airbnb ROI: 1.89% Traditional ROI: 3.92%
3025 Camino De Las Piedras El Cajon, CA Single-Story Primary Living on a Premium Golf Course Lot in Rancho San Diego. Exceptional ...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,377 sq.ft.	$1,499,999	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.14% Traditional cash on cash: 1.84% Airbnb Rental Income: $3038 Traditional Rental Income: $5104 Airbnb ROI: -0.14% Traditional ROI: 1.84%
1961 Forester Creek Road El Cajon, CA BIG PRICE DROP!!! Welcome to this beautifully updated 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home that b...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,504 sq.ft.	$1,220,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.42% Traditional cash on cash: 2.5% Airbnb Rental Income: $3038 Traditional Rental Income: $4707 Airbnb ROI: 0.42% Traditional ROI: 2.5%
13560 Avenida Del Charro El Cajon, CA Looking to be in your new home before Christmas? Tired of seeing worn out inventory that d...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,421 sq.ft.	$799,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.16% Traditional cash on cash: 3.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $1547 Traditional Rental Income: $3747 Airbnb ROI: 0.16% Traditional ROI: 3.71%
136 S Tulip Avenue El Cajon, CA Concord Court in Compton is a vibrant new home community. Solar included townhomes featuri...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,381 sq.ft.	$634,990	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.53% Traditional cash on cash: 4.3% Airbnb Rental Income: $1547 Traditional Rental Income: $3968 Airbnb ROI: -0.53% Traditional ROI: 4.3%
1280 W Main Street unit: 6 #6 El Cajon, CA FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY! Recently refreshed upstairs unit offers privacy in a gated communit...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 880 sq.ft.	$400,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.07% Traditional cash on cash: 4.25% Airbnb Rental Income: $1933 Traditional Rental Income: $3043 Airbnb ROI: -0.07% Traditional ROI: 4.25%
12694 Jackson Heights Drive El Cajon, CA BACK ON MKT!!! Seller Offering up to $10,000 Credit to Buyers for recurring and non-recurr...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,347 sq.ft.	$720,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.98% Traditional cash on cash: 2.78% Airbnb Rental Income: $1547 Traditional Rental Income: $3623 Airbnb ROI: -0.98% Traditional ROI: 2.78%
1305 Yannis Court El Cajon, CA This is a new neighborhood in El Cajon. Solar included townhomes featuring all-electric ap...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,023 sq.ft.	$924,990	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.41% Traditional cash on cash: 2.43% Airbnb Rental Income: $3038 Traditional Rental Income: $4084 Airbnb ROI: 0.41% Traditional ROI: 2.43%
1321 Cantada Court El Cajon, CA This is a new neighborhood in El Cajon. Solar included townhomes featuring all-electric st...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,661 sq.ft.	$699,990	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.81% Traditional cash on cash: 3.79% Airbnb Rental Income: $1547 Traditional Rental Income: $4102 Airbnb ROI: -0.81% Traditional ROI: 3.79%
514 Jamacha Road #4J El Cajon, CA ALL NEW!! Welcome Home to this rarely available two story unit that has the latest and gre...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,162 sq.ft.	$499,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.2% Traditional cash on cash: 4.07% Airbnb Rental Income: $1933 Traditional Rental Income: $3231 Airbnb ROI: 0.2% Traditional ROI: 4.07%
13217 Aurora Dr unit: Spc 11 #Spc 11 El Cajon, CA Welcome to the Coveted Community of Los Coches Mobile Home Estates. This is a beautiful al...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,568 sq.ft.	$300,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.21% Traditional cash on cash: 11.86% Airbnb Rental Income: $1547 Traditional Rental Income: $3826 Airbnb ROI: 2.21% Traditional ROI: 11.86%
12218 Fuerte dr El Cajon, CA A private one-of-a-kind Horizon Hills gem! This gated ranch-style home spans 2,676 sq ft a...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,676 sq.ft.	$1,400,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.4% Traditional cash on cash: 1.85% Airbnb Rental Income: $3038 Traditional Rental Income: $5272 Airbnb ROI: -0.4% Traditional ROI: 1.85%
1045 Peach Ave unit: 3 #3 El Cajon, CA VA APPROVED Move-in ready ground-floor 1-bedroom condo in a gated El Cajon community...	1 beds \| 1 baths \| 721 sq.ft.	$332,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.28% Traditional cash on cash: 6.4% Airbnb Rental Income: $1681 Traditional Rental Income: $2496 Airbnb ROI: 2.28% Traditional ROI: 6.4%
796-98 W Washington Ave El Cajon, CA Discover a rare opportunity to own two spacious family homes on a single lot in the heart ...	6 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,516 sq.ft.	$1,195,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.42% Traditional cash on cash: 2.79% Airbnb Rental Income: $3316 Traditional Rental Income: $5203 Airbnb ROI: 0.42% Traditional ROI: 2.79%
830 Broadway #8 El Cajon, CA Just checked our list twice: this home is now available at a new price that's definitely n...	1 beds \| 1 baths \| 645 sq.ft.	$323,323	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.47% Traditional cash on cash: 4.73% Airbnb Rental Income: $1681 Traditional Rental Income: $2507 Airbnb ROI: 0.47% Traditional ROI: 4.73%
1280 W Main St unit: 24 #24 El Cajon, CA Welcome to this move-in ready, upstairs corner unit located in a secure gated community ne...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 880 sq.ft.	$399,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.8% Traditional cash on cash: 6.11% Airbnb Rental Income: $1933 Traditional Rental Income: $3037 Airbnb ROI: 1.8% Traditional ROI: 6.11%
682 Valley Village Dr El Cajon, CA Charming Home with Endless Potential Spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bath home ready for its next fa...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,596 sq.ft.	$799,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.37% Traditional cash on cash: 3.64% Airbnb Rental Income: $1547 Traditional Rental Income: $4083 Airbnb ROI: -0.37% Traditional ROI: 3.64%
1423 Graves Avenue #238 El Cajon, CA Very charming updated upstairs corner unit for sale in the lovely Alder Woods Condominiums...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 745 sq.ft.	$417,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.18% Traditional cash on cash: 3.77% Airbnb Rental Income: $1933 Traditional Rental Income: $2822 Airbnb ROI: 0.18% Traditional ROI: 3.77%
390 E Madison #H El Cajon, CA Stunning top floor townhouse! Vaulted ceilings, light and bright end unit! Upgraded tile...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,318 sq.ft.	$435,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.19% Traditional cash on cash: 5.79% Airbnb Rental Income: $1933 Traditional Rental Income: $3298 Airbnb ROI: 1.19% Traditional ROI: 5.79%
1958 Milford Place El Cajon, CA Discover your own private paradise in Fletcher Hillsâwhere panoramic views, a sparkling ...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,920 sq.ft.	$1,175,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.42% Traditional cash on cash: 2.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $3038 Traditional Rental Income: $4650 Airbnb ROI: 0.42% Traditional ROI: 2.53%
648 Trenton Street El Cajon, CA Discover this single-level 3 bedroom, 2 bath townhome that lives more like a house, tucked...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,170 sq.ft.	$569,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.42% Traditional cash on cash: 4.86% Airbnb Rental Income: $1547 Traditional Rental Income: $3459 Airbnb ROI: 0.42% Traditional ROI: 4.86%
1362 Joliet St El Cajon, CA Step inside to 1362 Joliet St-a remodeled solar-powered home with a versatile bonus room &...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,326 sq.ft.	$800,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.72% Traditional cash on cash: 2.81% Airbnb Rental Income: $1547 Traditional Rental Income: $3736 Airbnb ROI: -0.72% Traditional ROI: 2.81%
143 S Tulip Avenue El Cajon, CA Concord Court in Compton is a vibrant new home community. Solar included townhomes featuri...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,364 sq.ft.	$599,990	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.45% Traditional cash on cash: 4.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $1547 Traditional Rental Income: $3891 Airbnb ROI: -0.45% Traditional ROI: 4.53%

Real Estate investment in El-cajon, CA

There are 107 properties for sale in the city of El Cajon . The median list price in El Cajon is $658,745 and the average price per square foot is $431. In December 2025, the average monthly cash on cash return in El Cajon is 3.00%. The average monthly rental income in El Cajon is $3,676.

El-cajon, CA Real Estate Investing: FAQs for Buyers, Sellers and Investors

There are 107 investment properties available for sale in El-cajon.

In 2025, the best neighborhood to buy investment property is El Cajon.

The ROI for Short-Term is higher than the Long-Term in El-cajon with average rental income of $1,933.

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Investment Property for Sale in El Cajon, CA

497 Mountain View Rd

El Cajon, CA

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,409 sq.ft.

$779,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.37%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.57%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1547

Traditional Rental Income: $3958

Airbnb ROI: -0.37%

Traditional ROI: 3.57%

15397 Rock Creek Ln

El Cajon, CA

5 beds | 6 baths | 7,067 sq.ft.

$4,938,397

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.21%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.53%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3316

Traditional Rental Income: $10562

Airbnb ROI: -1.21%

Traditional ROI: 0.53%

1178 Eucalyptus Dr

El Cajon, CA

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,501 sq.ft.

$900,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.55%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.76%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1547

Traditional Rental Income: $3876

Airbnb ROI: -0.55%

Traditional ROI: 2.76%

11358 Via Rancho San Diego #G

El Cajon, CA

2 beds | 3 baths | 1,258 sq.ft.

$579,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.18%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.85%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1933

Traditional Rental Income: $3603

Airbnb ROI: -0.18%

Traditional ROI: 3.85%

477 S Lincoln Ave

El Cajon, CA

2 beds | 2 baths | 928 sq.ft.

$450,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.74%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.89%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1933

Traditional Rental Income: $2328

Airbnb ROI: 1.74%

Traditional ROI: 3.89%

507 Terra Ln

El Cajon, CA

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,344 sq.ft.

$799,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.33%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.31%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1547

Traditional Rental Income: $3811

Airbnb ROI: -0.33%

Traditional ROI: 3.31%

11935 Royal Rd #E

El Cajon, CA

3 beds | 3 baths | 1,323 sq.ft.

$561,900

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.88%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.15%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1547

Traditional Rental Income: $3738

Airbnb ROI: -0.88%

Traditional ROI: 4.15%

1386 E Madison Ave unit: 15 #15

El Cajon, CA

2 beds | 2 baths | 814 sq.ft.

$349,999

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.05%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.45%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1933

Traditional Rental Income: $2540

Airbnb ROI: 1.05%