East San Diego Homes for Sale

Welcome to East San Diego, a vibrant city located in the heart of California's San Diego County. Known for its beautiful weather, stunning landscapes, and diverse community, East San Diego offers a fantastic place to call home.

With a wide range of homes for sale, East San Diego provides something for everyone. Whether you're looking for a cozy bungalow, a modern townhouse, or a spacious family home, you'll find plenty of options to suit your needs and preferences.

East San Diego boasts a variety of neighborhoods, each with its own unique charm and character. From the tree-lined streets of La Mesa to the bustling urban vibe of El Cajon, there's a neighborhood to match every lifestyle. Many homes in East San Diego feature desirable amenities such as swimming pools, private yards, and updated interiors.

In addition to its real estate offerings, East San Diego is also home to a wealth of recreational opportunities. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the nearby Mission Trails Regional Park, which offers miles of hiking and biking trails. Golfers will enjoy the numerous golf courses in the area, while families can spend their weekends at the local parks and playgrounds.

East San Diego is also conveniently located near shopping centers, restaurants, and entertainment venues, ensuring that residents have easy access to all the amenities they need.

If you're considering a move to East San Diego, now is the perfect time to explore the homes for sale in this thriving city. With its great location, diverse real estate options, and abundance of recreational activities, East San Diego truly is a wonderful place to live.

Newest East San Diego Homes for Sale

$690,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

Sellers are packing to be with their Grand Kids Now at $690,000. This Cozy 2bed 2bath (1209sf) home could be your home, with upgraded Kitchen on canyon view lot & gated off street parking for 2 cars The home is 2 story & is ideal for 2 families.There is an additional room at lower level Option to add an ADU at lower level graded pad. Restaurants & Stores are close by. Sellers relocating & can close within a month.

4788 Auburn Dr, East San Diego

$525,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

Fixer Opportunity. Set up like a Triplex. Priced to Sell and custom design to your hearts desire. Front house is set up with a wall that separates a front one bedroom and studio unit. Garage is an nonconforming Studio ADU. Potential to be a multigenerational property. Views, Breezes, and Canvas to make it your own Fixer Opportunity. Set up like a Triplex. Priced to Sell and custom design to your hearts desire. Front house is set up with a wall that separates a front one bedroom and studio unit. Garage is an nonconforming Studio ADU. Potential to be a multigenerational property. Views, Breezes, and Canvas to make it your own

3034 Menlo Ave, East San Diego

$795,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths

Craftsman cottage located near North Park & Normal Heights. Well maintained 2013 remodel by A&Es Flipping San Diego. Enjoy peace of mind with a retrofitted foundation (includes certs), updated plumbing, modernized kitchen & bath, hardwood floors, plus an electrical panel supporting OWNED solar. Lush plants & fruit trees provide a haven for hummingbirds & butterflies. Complete with detached finished 1-car garage, EV charging, plus an additional gated parking spot. The deep lot, detached garage, and rear alley access offer the ultimate upside setup to add multiple ADUs/dwellings! Perfect for an owner-occupant looking to generate substantial rental income, build multi-generational living, and maximize long-term equity. ZONING: RM-2-5 lot in a Transit Priority Area (TPA). DENSITY: Tier 3 Complete Communities eligibility (theoretical max FAR up to 6.5 per city code). STREAMLINED PATH: Rear alley access & located outside Coastal, Historic, and Environmental overlays - offering strong potential for ministerial review. Info deemed reliable; buyer to independently verify all massing, yield, height, setbacks, and development standards with the City of San Diego and appropriate design professionals to their satisfaction before close of escrow. Craftsman cottage located near North Park & Normal Heights. Well maintained 2013 remodel by A&Es Flipping San Diego. Enjoy peace of mind with a retrofitted foundation (includes certs), updated plumbing, modernized kitchen & bath, hardwood floors, plus an electrical panel supporting OWNED solar. Lush plants & fruit trees provide a haven for hummingbirds & butterflies. Complete with detached finished 1-car garage, EV charging, plus an additional gated parking spot. The deep lot, detached garage, and rear alley access offer the ultimate upside setup to add multiple ADUs/dwellings! Perfect for an owner-occupant looking to generate substantial rental income, build multi-generational living, and maximize long-term equity. ZONING: RM-2-5 lot in a Transit Priority Area (TPA). DENSITY: Tier 3 Complete Communities eligibility (theoretical max FAR up to 6.5 per city code). STREAMLINED PATH: Rear alley access & located outside Coastal, Historic, and Environmental overlays - offering strong potential for ministerial review. Info deemed reliable; buyer to independently verify all massing, yield, height, setbacks, and development standards with the City of San Diego and appropriate design professionals to their satisfaction before close of escrow.

4154 38th St, East San Diego

$899,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

Beautifully remodeled Oak Park home offering the perfect blend of modern style, comfort, and convenience. Upgraded top to bottom, inside and out, this exceptional home has been thoughtfully enhanced with too many improvements to list! Be sure to see the Upgrade List in the attachments for a detailed look at the extensive work completed. The seller's hard work and attention to detail mean the next owner can enjoy these improvements for many years to come. Light and bright with an open floor plan, this inviting 4-bedroom, 2-bath residence features a stunning kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and modern laminate flooring. Both bathrooms have been tastefully remodeled with quartz countertops and stylish vanities. The convenient indoor laundry room offers open shelving and cabinetry topped with quartz countertops for added functionality. Outside, discover an entertainer's dream with a spacious, private yard featuring tropical landscaping, plenty of grassy space for play, and a large patio perfect for indoor-outdoor dining, relaxing, and hosting family and friends. A detached bonus structure adds incredible versatility and could serve as a home office, playroom, yoga studio, hobby house, or whatever best suits your needs. Additional yard space offers exciting potential for an income-generating ADU, garden, or other lifestyle possibilities. Ideally located less than five minutes from College Grove Shopping Center, Target, restaurants, and everyday conveniences; just nine minutes from San Diego State University; and only three minutes from Chollas Lake and its scenic park. Enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, parks, major freeways, and San Diego's beautiful beaches, just 15 minutes away. This move-in-ready home truly has it all!

5716 Redwood, East San Diego

$1,159,000

5 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN TWO HOMES ON ONE LOT! This beautifully remodeled property offers endless possibilities for homeowners and investors alike. Each home features its own private entrance, private yard, and dedicated parking, providing comfort, privacy, and independence for both residences.Perfect for multi generational living, live in one home and rent out the other, or maximize your investment potential with two income producing units. Both homes have been thoughtfully updated and are move-in ready. Conveniently and centrally located with easy access to Interstates 15, 805, 94, and 8, making commuting throughout San Diego a breeze. Just minutes from Downtown San Diego, San Diego International Airport, shopping, dining, and entertainment. Whether you're looking for a flexible living arrangement, rental income, or a unique investment opportunity, this property offers exceptional value and versatility. Opportunities like this don't come around often! RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN TWO HOMES ON ONE LOT! This beautifully remodeled property offers endless possibilities for homeowners and investors alike. Each home features its own private entrance, private yard, and dedicated parking, providing comfort, privacy, and independence for both residences.Perfect for multi generational living, live in one home and rent out the other, or maximize your investment potential with two income producing units. Both homes have been thoughtfully updated and are move-in ready. Conveniently and centrally located with easy access to Interstates 15, 805, 94, and 8, making commuting throughout San Diego a breeze. Just minutes from Downtown San Diego, San Diego International Airport, shopping, dining, and entertainment. Whether you're looking for a flexible living arrangement, rental income, or a unique investment opportunity, this property offers exceptional value and versatility. Opportunities like this don't come around often!

4020 Dwight St, East San Diego

$825,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths

Discover the perfect blend of comfort and sustainable living in this beautifully maintained home featuring paid solar, a gray water system, whole-home water filtration, and a 1,000-gallon rain water storage tank for efficiency and long-term savings. A true highlight is the tranquil 400+ sq. ft. detached movement studio with full bath, offering endless possibilities as a yoga or meditation studio, art studio, home office, fitness room, workshop, or private retreat. The very private yard space is a peaceful oasis with expansive redwood deck, multiple sitting areas, mature fruit trees and lush landscape. Ideally located just moments from the award winning Azalea Park Water Conservation Garden, and in a caring community of neighbors. Additional features include an extra full bath off laundry room, central AC, 4 gated parking spots off alley, e-car charger. Lots of storage including custom built workshop

4253 Poplar, East San Diego

$625,900

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths

Awesome Opportunity for a First Time Buyer or Investor! This property features old world charm with terrific Canyon Views. Situated on a large lot that faces two streets, this 2 bedroom (optional 3rd) home has a pool that could use some work, a large 2 car garage and a huge fireplace in the living room! Great opportunity to create the home you have always wanted!

3106 Menlo Ave, East San Diego

$799,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

Approximately 13,672 SF lot with significant value-add and development potential Existing residence: 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms *Additional space: 2 additional bedrooms located on the lower level Property features: * Central HVAC * Permanent 6’ x 8’ shed * Fruit trees * Front and rear yards * Two drive driveways Investment potential: Attractive opportunity for an owner-user, investor, or developer seeking to renovate, expand, add rental units, or explore long-term development potential Development considerations: Lot split eligibility, allowable density, number of units, setbacks, parking requirements, ADU potential, and other development opportunities are subject to applicable City regulations. Transit Priority Area (TPA): Property is located within a City of San Diego TPA, which may provide opportunities for: * Increased residential density * Reduced parking requirements * Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) * Other transit-oriented development benefits Potential lot split: Oversized lot may offer the opportunity for a residential lot split, subject to City of San Diego review and approval Not located within the MHPA: The property is not located within the City of San Diego Multi-Habitat Planning Area (MHPA), which may provide greater flexibility for future development * Buyer due diligence: Buyer and Buyer’s Agent to independently verify square footage, bedroom count, permits, title, zoning, development potential, and all property information. Opportunity to acquire a single-family residence with significant value-add and development potential on an approximately 13,672 SF lot in San Diego. The existing home offers approximately 1,700 SF with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, plus 2 additional bedrooms located on the lower level. The property is located within a City of San Diego Transit Priority Area (TPA), which may provide opportunities for increased residential density, reduced parking requirements, accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and other transit-oriented development benefits, subject to applicable City of San Diego regulations and development standards. The oversized lot may also offer potential for a residential lot split. Lot split eligibility, allowable density, number of units, setbacks, parking requirements, ADU potential, and all other development possibilities are subject to City review and approval. The property is not located within the City of San Diego Multi-Habitat Planning Area (MHPA), which may provide greater flexibility for future development since the parcel is not subject to MHPA conservation restrictions. Buyer and Buyer’s Agent to independently verify square footage, bedroom count, permits, title, and all property information.

3041 Menlo, East San Diego

$698,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

Discover the perfect blend of character, comfort, and unbeatable central convenience in the peaceful Oak Park neighborhood. This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers 1,386 square feet of inviting living space, thoughtfully updated and full of warmth. From the moment you arrive, the charming, spacious front deck welcomes you, offering an extended outdoor living area perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or greeting neighbors. Inside, the home features a highly functional layout, including a spacious primary suite and a convenient indoor laundry room. Bonus Room can be an extra bedroom or an office. Situated on a generous 5,100 square foot lot, the exterior spaces are a true highlight. The fully fenced backyard provides excellent privacy and plenty of potential for outdoor living. Front driveway offers parking. Location is truly key here. You are just steps away from the scenic Chollas Lake Park, and minutes from schools, shopping centers like Target and Walmart, grocery stores, and a vibrant variety of local dining options. With immediate access to both the I-8, I-15 and I-94 freeways, you enjoy an effortless commute to Snapdragon Stadium, Downtown San Diego, Old Town, and local beaches. Watch the fireworks from your front porch deck. This home offers the best of both worlds quiet suburban living with immediate access to the vibrant heart of San Diego. Dont miss out on this wonderful opportunity! Discover the perfect blend of character, comfort, and unbeatable central convenience in the peaceful Oak Park neighborhood. This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers 1,386 square feet of inviting living space, thoughtfully updated and full of warmth. From the moment you arrive, the charming, spacious front deck welcomes you, offering an extended outdoor living area perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or greeting neighbors. Inside, the home features a highly functional layout, including a spacious primary suite and a convenient indoor laundry room. Bonus Room can be an extra bedroom or an office. Situated on a generous 5,100 square foot lot, the exterior spaces are a true highlight. The fully fenced backyard provides excellent privacy and plenty of potential for outdoor living. Front driveway offers parking. Location is truly key here. You are just steps away from the scenic Chollas Lake Park, and minutes from schools, shopping centers like Target and Walmart, grocery stores, and a vibrant variety of local dining options. With immediate access to both the I-8, I-15 and I-94 freeways, you enjoy an effortless commute to Snapdragon Stadium, Downtown San Diego, Old Town, and local beaches. Watch the fireworks from your front porch deck. This home offers the best of both worlds quiet suburban living with immediate access to the vibrant heart of San Diego. Dont miss out on this wonderful opportunity!

3139 Winlow St, East San Diego

$549,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths

Are you looking for an opportunity to purchase an affordable single-family home in San Diego with no HOA or Mello-Roos fees? This centrally located home is just 10 minutes from Downtown San Diego and Mission Valley and only 15 minutes from the beach and South Bay communities. It features two bedrooms, including a spacious primary bedroom and a beautifully remodeled bathroom. The kitchen is finished with granite countertops and the rooms include recessed lighting, ceiling fans, and durable vinyl and tile flooring throughout. Outside, you will find a long driveway that secludes you from the main street for privacy and a recently paved driveway with parking for up to six vehicles. The property also includes a charming patio with a built-in awning, perfect for entertaining with minimal yard maintenance. If you love DIY projects at home, the mini garage is set up nicely for a work shop along with washer and dryer for convenience. At this price point in a centrally located home in San Diego, this home will not stay on the market long, so schedule a showing before it's too late! Are you looking for an opportunity to purchase an affordable single-family home in San Diego with no HOA or Mello-Roos fees? This centrally located home is just 10 minutes from Downtown San Diego and Mission Valley and only 15 minutes from the beach and South Bay communities. It features two bedrooms, including a spacious primary bedroom and a beautifully remodeled bathroom. The kitchen is finished with granite countertops and the rooms include recessed lighting, ceiling fans, and durable vinyl and tile flooring throughout. Outside, you will find a long driveway that secludes you from the main street for privacy and a recently paved driveway with parking for up to six vehicles. The property also includes a charming patio with a built-in awning, perfect for entertaining with minimal yard maintenance. If you love DIY projects at home, the mini garage is set up nicely for a work shop along with washer and dryer for convenience. At this price point in a centrally located home in San Diego, this home will not stay on the market long, so schedule a showing before it's too late!

4575 Dwight St, East San Diego

$775,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths

This is a duplex. Located just 2 blocks from Azalea Park (north) situated on a large street with ample parking. This 2 unit property boasts a cute 2 bedroom, 1 bath aprox. 825 sq ft house on the front of the lot and a 1 bedroom, 1 bath on the rear of the property (alley access). Original owners built both properties, with the family living in the rear unit built sometime in the 20's and the front house was built in 1968 until purchased in 2014. Front house boasts mid-century design with ample, natural light, two large bedrooms, ample sized bathroom, and a remodeled, open kitchen. The kitchen was remodeled down to the studs in 2023 to modernize the property. Step out back to your massive private-use yard with fruit trees where you can relax on your covered patio. The over-sized 1 car garage easily can fit your car as well as additional space for storage. The large lot is seperated in 2, where at the rear of the property sits the 1 bedroom, 1 bath property rented by long-term tenants. They too have a private yard, laundry space and fruit trees. Perfect investment opportunity, owner-occupied property with additional rental income, or awesome DEVELOPMENT opportunity to build additional units on the large, flat lot. Endless opportunities.

3327-3329 N 41st, East San Diego

$745,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

Tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home captures everything people love about classic San Diego living. From the moment you arrive, you'll be welcomed by an inviting front yard featuring lush turf, mature shade trees, and an adorable tire swing that adds to the home's storybook charm. Inside, the thoughtfully updated interior offers luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh paint, and beautifully remodeled bathrooms. The bright kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a functional layout that opens to the main living spaces. The spacious primary suite is complemented by a versatile sunroom that makes an ideal home office, reading nook, workout space, or additional lounge area. Outside, the fully fenced yard provides privacy and room to relax, play, or entertain, while the low-maintenance turf backyard makes outdoor living easy year-round. Perfectly situated in a peaceful neighborhood just minutes from downtown San Diego, major freeways, shopping, dining, and local parks, this home offers the best of both worlds—quiet suburban living with unbeatable convenience. Full of character, warmth, and modern updates, this is the quintessential San Diego home you've been waiting for.

3320 Spa St, East San Diego

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