East County Homes with Canyon Frontage

East County, San Diego is a great place to live for those looking for a more relaxed lifestyle. With its close proximity to both the city and the beach, it provides the perfect compromise for those looking to live in a peaceful area but still have access to all the amenities of a larger city.

East County is home to some of the most beautiful canyon frontage homes in the area. From cozy single-family homes to luxurious estates, canyon frontage properties provide a stunning backdrop for any home. With views of the canyon and its lush vegetation, these homes provide a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.

For those looking for a little extra privacy, canyon frontage homes are the perfect choice. With their own private driveways and no neighbors in sight, these homes provide a sense of seclusion and relaxation. Not to mention, the stunning views of the canyon provide a unique and breathtaking experience.

Living in East County, San Diego also provides plenty of outdoor activities and recreational opportunities. From hiking and biking trails to bird watching and camping, there is something for everyone. With its close proximity to the city, it makes it easy to take advantage of all the amenities that San Diego has to offer.

East County, San Diego is the perfect place for those looking for a more relaxed lifestyle. With its stunning canyon frontage homes and plenty of outdoor activities, it provides a great compromise for those looking to enjoy the best of both worlds.

Newest East County Homes with Canyon Frontage

$215,000

Looking for **10󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 acres with two wells and a septic system? ** Located in Boulevard, California, next to the San Diego Astronomy Association’s land, this parcel offers plenty of space for your backcountry getaway. Enjoy weekend adventures with ATVs, off-roading, and horseback riding, or explore the potential to build in the future. Bring your toys and enjoy the wide-open space!

Moon Valley Rd, Boulevard

$1,199,000

6 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths

Behind an automated󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 gate in Jamul’s Proctor Valley, this equestrian property offers room to spread out on an approximately 50,000-square-foot, fully fenced lot. The approximately 3,400-square-foot residence features six bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, generous living areas, abundant natural light, and sweeping views of the surrounding hills and mountains. Separate guest quarters provide a kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom, with both a private exterior entrance and direct access to the main home. The flexible layout can accommodate extended family, long-term guests, a private office, or potential rental use. Outdoors, a beach-entry pool and spacious entertaining areas make the most of the valley views. Equestrian features include a two-horse barn, a dedicated riding ring, and room for turnouts or additional improvements. With largely flat, usable acreage, the property offers a distinctive combination of privacy, recreation, and country living.

13883 Sage Mountain Ln, Jamul

$749,900

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

Perched on 8󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 private hilltop acres in the gated Vista Diego community of Jamul, this brand-new (2026) single-story manufactured home on a permanent foundation blends privacy, sustainability, and panoramic views. Sweeping vistas stretch across ocean, mountain, and valley terrain to downtown San Diego, with front-row seats to Pacific sunsets and twinkling city lights. Inside, teakwood finishes complement a chef-caliber kitchen with a Miele dishwasher, Bosch refrigerator, and premium convection oven and cooktop. Solar panels, whole-home water filtration and softening, and a dedicated laundry room round out the turnkey comforts. Bordering protected U.S. Wildlife Refuge land, the property offers a rare, hard-to-replicate sense of seclusion. With six parking spaces and no restrictive HOA — just community dues — this is a unique chance to own sweeping acreage, unmatched views, and a peaceful hilltop lifestyle just outside San Diego. The expansive acreage offers exceptional flexibility, including an existing helicopter landing area and a private 30-tree grove producing avocados, lemons, limes, and oranges. The property may also offer future development or subdivision potential, subject to buyer verification of zoning, access, utilities, subdivision feasibility, and all applicable San Diego County requirements. As day turns to evening, Pacific sunsets transition to sweeping views of San Diego's city lights. Privacy, usable acreage, existing infrastructure, agricultural appeal, and extraordinary views come together in one exceptional hilltop setting.

13710 Calle Del Sol, Jamul

$1,347,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths

Panoramic Views, Privacy󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 & 4.82 Acres in Jamul First time offered since built in 1978, this two-story home offers the opportunity to enjoy the space, privacy, and lifestyle a property of this size provides. Set on gently sloping acreage in Jamul, the home occupies a prominent hillside position with unobstructed west-facing views of Mt. Helix & sunset vistas. Located on a private road easement accessed from Jamul Drive, a gated entrance and approximately 400-foot private driveway create a sense of arrival, that lead to a hillside setting distinctly setting itself apart from the surrounding properties. The elevated position provides expansive views & a sense of openness, while the acreage and gated approach provide separation and room to spread out. This 3-bedroom, 2½-bathroom home has an additional first-floor room with an attached half bath, providing flexible space for a home office, guest quarters, hobby room, or additional living area. An open floor plan offers comfortable everyday living & entertaining. Major improvements include a remodeled kitchen & primary bathroom, new dual-pane windows, newer HVAC system. A three-car garage with a finished floor provides ample space for vehicles, storage, hobbies, or workspace, with a 220-volt outlet in the third garage. For those looking for room beyond the garage, the expansive driveway, including a turnaround area that adds approx 500 feet of total driveway, provides additional space for an RV, personal vehicles, recreational “toys,” or other equipment. An additional 300-square-foot outbuilding/storage building is ideal for hobbies, storage, or a workshop that includes a 220-volt outlet for woodshop equipment. Producing well with 10,000 gal holding tank services landscaped grounds around the home, hardscape providing space for the abatement setbacks, with irrigation around the home and orchard controlled by timers. The property features established, producing fruit trees, adding to the enjoyment of this established setting. A separate patio area with a pond and water features provides an inviting outdoor space to sit, relax, entertain, or enjoy the sounds of the water and surrounding landscape. Despite its private, hillside setting, the property offers convenient access to shopping, dining, and the nearby Jamul Casino. Depending on traffic and time of day, downtown San Diego is approximately 25–30 minutes away, San Diego-area beaches approximately 35 minutes, and the mountain community of Julian approximately one hour away. The location provides a balance of rural life and convenient access to the amenities, attractions, and destinations of San Diego County. This is a property where you can come home, close the gate, take in the view, and enjoy having room to spread out. With its expansive acreage, gated approach, unobstructed Mt. Helix views, remodeled interior, generous parking, well and septic systems, established landscaping, fruit trees, outbuilding, and inviting outdoor spaces, this long-held Jamul property offers a distinctive combination of space, views, privacy, and convenience in a setting that feels truly set apart.

13848 Jamul Dr, Jamul

$199,900

Hilltop serenity overlooking󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 the entire Jamul Valley. Approximately 5 acres (217,800 sq ft per the County Assessor) of vacant land with panoramic views, reached by easement access just off Skyline Truck Trail, approximately one mile from Lyons Valley Road. Legal description, parcel map, and county records are available from the listing agent. Buyer to independently verify zoning, permitted uses, legal access, water availability, septic feasibility, and all building requirements with County of San Diego Planning & Development Services and other appropriate agencies. Seller and listing agent make no representation regarding buildability or intended use.

15108 Skyline Truck, Unit 25, Jamul

$269,000

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2096 Via Laura, Unit 18, Jamul

$598,000

Opportunity to build󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 over 12,000 sq ft, three story commercial building of which 8,500 sq ft is office space. Covered parking garage, 2,500 sq ft patio, balconies and more. City zoned General Commercial allows many uses such as retail, office space, medical etc. Corner lot on Mission Gorge Rd & Big Rock Previously fully entitled and permit ready this project is ideal for an owner/user or as a development opportunity. This 10,200 Sq. Ft. office building ideal for medical office. Building plans and specifications pertaining to the project are available for inspection. Excellent gas station location on a signalized corner. Property faces Highway 52 with excellent visibility, which should only improve with the impending completion of the Highway 52 extension to the east to Highway 67. The fully entitled project, ready to build over 12,000 sq ft, a three-story commercial building of which 8,500 sq ft is office space, INCLUDING 35 PARKING SPACES. Freeway 52 exposure!!! Covered parking garage, 2,500 sq ft patio, balconies, and more. City zoned General Commercial allows many uses such as retail, office space, medical, etc. Property includes 2 APN numbers 383-160-09 and 383-160-07 Corner lot on Mission Gorge Rd & Big Rock in the city of Santee ( San Diego East County)

8069 Mission Gorge 1 Unit 1, Santee

$254,950

Seller May Carry - VACANT LAND - Rare opportunity to Build A Nice House. Lot Is In A Quiet Unincorporated Neighborhood of El Cajon/Crest. The property has an approved SFR Layout 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathroom. Property Can Also Be A Multi-Unit Property. Owner-Designers Have Created A Conceptual Design Proposal In Collaboration With County Reps. Owner Has Paid For Septic + Water fees but not finally installed , School Fees Facility Management, Design Fees, Various Permit Cost, Fire Dept. Fees, SD County Planning & Development Cost, Foundation Slab & More. Land Provides Peaceful Setting, While Still Just Minutes From Local Amenities, Making It An Ideal Location. Seller May Carry - VACANT LAND - Rare opportunity to Build A Nice House. Lot Is In A Quiet Unincorporated Neighborhood of El Cajon/Crest. The property has an approved SFR Layout 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathroom. Property Can Also Be A Multi-Unit Property. Owner-Designers Have Created A Conceptual Design Proposal In Collaboration With County Reps. Owner Has Paid For Septic + Water fees but not finally installed , School Fees Facility Management, Design Fees, Various Permit Cost, Fire Dept. Fees, SD County Planning & Development Cost, Foundation Slab & More. Land Provides Peaceful Setting, While Still Just Minutes From Local Amenities, Making It An Ideal Location. Seller Has Worked For 2+ Yrs Getting This Lot Ready To Build. Enjoy Lush Greenery That Surrounds Property, Creating A Tranquil Retreat While Just a 30-Minute Drive To San Diego Attractions, Shopping, Dining & Outdoor Recreation. Whether You're Looking To Build Your Home Or Invest In San Diego Land, This Rare Find In El Cajon Offers Multiple Possibilities. Minutes from interstate 8 Freeway! Unlock The Potential. See attached Documents.

238 Lilac, Unit 00, El Cajon

$899,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

Peaceful hillside living󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 on nearly a third of an acre in the desirable Lake Jennings Vista Estates neighborhood of Lakeside. This single level, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offers thoughtfully updated living space, complete with an entertaining backyard and beautiful hillside views. Enjoy a 2 car garage plus a rare bonus, two RV parking spaces with hookups, all set on a 13,871 square foot lot. The home has been consistently updated over the past several years, including a remodeled kitchen with new cabinets, countertops, and appliances, new LVP flooring, a fully owned alarm system, custom built ins, and more. No HOA and no Mello-Roos. Easy freeway access with a peaceful, established neighborhood feel. A wonderful opportunity for a first time buyer or a step up buyer looking for space, updates, and views. RV Power hookups on left side (rv parking), has full hookups on the right side power and sewer.

9316 Telkaif St, Lakeside

$1,049,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

Not every duplex󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 feels like somewhere you'd actually want to live. This thoughtfully updated, single-story La Mesa duplex sits on a corner 8,253-sqft lot - TWO separate 2-bedroom, 1-bath homes / ~800 sqft + detached and oversized 2 car garage structure offering add'l flexibility for future possibilities! 4994 is completely turnkey and can be delivered fully furnished, while 4992, a long-term tenant of approximately 20 years would like to stay and currently pays market rent. Inside the main home, the upgrades are intentional with functionality and minimalism in mind. This is not a flip. Large, brand new windows fills the space with light and frame the surrounding greenery, while two spacious bedrooms provide flexibility for sleeping, guests or a dedicated home office. Investment went well beyond the visible finishes and address much of the unglamorous work that often comes with owning an income property; New wood fencing throughout, roofing, solar + EV charging, exterior paint/stucco, fencing, hardscape, landscaping, lighting, security upgrades, split AC units in every room and more! You can also enjoy a private driveway and generous off-street parking that belongs to the duplex, a thoughtfully designed, low-maintenance outdoor area and complete privacy. Equity play! Near SDSU • 70th St Trolley • I-8 • Lake Murray • Mission Trails/Cowles Mountain • La Mesa Village • Costco • Trader Joe’s • Grossmont Center • Sharp Grossmont • Mission Valley • Downtown SD!

4992-4994 Comanche Dr, La Mesa

$155,000

PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Eternal & Extraordinary Desert Views Await You! Located in Historic Julian, an official International Dark Sky Community, this 9+ acre property is perfect for gazing at the night sky or watching the sun rise in the east. Situated at the end of a cul-de-sac, it offers breathtaking views stretching from the Volcan Mountain range to the Salton Sea. Bordering over 400 acres of public-use BLM land, this property is ideal for building your hunters' cabin or artists' retreat. OWNER MAY CARRY. The possibilities are as endless as the views. The property passed perc. Includes two separate legal parcels; 291-400-26-00 & 291-400-23-00.

000 Salton Vista Dr Unit 14, Julian

$799,900

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths

Surrounded by mature pines and neighboring the natural beauty of William Heise County Park, 4823 Belvedere Drive offers the space, privacy, and peaceful setting that make Pine Hills one of Julian's most desirable communities. Inside, warm wood finishes, soaring beamed ceilings, and expansive windows create an inviting atmosphere that feels both spacious and comfortable. The living room is anchored by a classic brick fireplace, making it the perfect place to gather after a day spent exploring the mountains, while the spacious kitchen offers generous prep space and flows seamlessly into the dining and living areas. Outside is where this property truly stands apart. Set on a private, usable lot, there is ample room to enjoy the outdoors, entertain family and friends, or simply embrace the slower pace of mountain living. Whether you're dreaming of a garden, space for animals, parking your RV and recreational toys, or exploring the potential for a future ADU, this property offers the flexibility to make it your own. An attached garage, basement, abundant parking, and an automatic backup generator provide both convenience and peace of mind. Just minutes from Julian's historic Main Street, local wineries, hiking trails, and year-round recreation, this is more than a mountain home—it's an opportunity to enjoy the privacy, space, and lifestyle that make Julian so special.

4823 Belvedere, Julian

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