Lemon Grove

Average Sales Price

$970,313

Median Sales Price

$775,000

Total Listings

Population

25,601

Explore Lemon Grove's Neighborhoods
Lemon Grove is small, but it's got real character, and every pocket feels a little different. Here's a look at some of the most well-known areas:

Broadway Heights Known as one of the safer, more established parts of Lemon Grove. A solid choice if you want a quiet, settled neighborhood.

Berryvale A mix of mid-century homes with a mostly residential, family feel. Popular with buyers who want an affordable entry point close to San Diego.

San Altos Terrace One of Lemon Grove's distinct micro-markets, with its own pricing and character compared to nearby pockets.

Blossom Hill A quieter residential area, generally more affordable than some of the surrounding East County cities.

Lemon Grove is mostly made up of single-family homes built in the 1940s through 60s, and most properties here don't have HOA fees or Mello-Roos taxes, which keeps monthly costs simpler than in some newer developments nearby.

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Lemon Grove Real Estate FAQs
What's the median home price in Lemon Grove? Prices here tend to run a bit more affordable than nearby La Mesa and El Cajon, making Lemon Grove a solid entry point for buyers who want to stay close to San Diego. I can pull current numbers for whatever area you're considering.

What kind of homes will I find in Lemon Grove? Mostly single-family homes from the post-war era, with a good number of properties on larger, flat lots. There isn't a lot of new construction here, so most homes have some character and history.

Are there HOA fees in Lemon Grove? Most Lemon Grove properties don't have an HOA or Mello-Roos taxes, since it's an older, more established city. That can mean lower monthly costs compared to newer communities nearby.

What's the commute like from Lemon Grove to San Diego? It's one of the more centrally located East County cities, so commutes into San Diego tend to run shorter than from places like Alpine or Lakeside, usually 15 to 20 minutes without traffic.

Are property taxes high in Lemon Grove? Property taxes follow the standard San Diego County rate, right around 1.1% to 1.25% of the assessed value. Since most homes here don't carry Mello-Roos or HOA fees, overall costs tend to run a bit lower than newer developments nearby.

How competitive is the Lemon Grove market right now? It varies by pocket. Homes in sought-after micro-markets can move quickly, while others offer a bit more room to negotiate. It really depends on the specific street and condition of the home.

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LISTINGS

MORE LISTINGS

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New

$ 995,000

6 Beds3 Baths9,291 Sqft Lot

7953-55 Lansing Dr, Lemon Grove, CA 91945

Multi-Family

Listed by John M Lieber of New Leaf Realty
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New

$ 459,999

2 Beds2 Baths1,022 SqFt

3665 Grove Street #271, Lemon Grove, CA 91945

Condo

Listed by Vanessa Munoz of BLVDS Realty
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New

$ 1,100,000

6,865 Sqft Lot

8213 Broadway, Lemon Grove, CA 91945

Commercial

Listed by Erick Salgado of Palisade Realty Inc