El Dorado Homes under $900,000

El Dorado Homes under $900,000

Welcome to El Dorado, California—a hidden gem nestled in the heart of El Dorado County, where stunning natural beauty meets vibrant community living. Known for its picturesque landscapes, El Dorado is surrounded by the Sierra Nevada foothills, lush forests, and serene lakes, making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Whether you enjoy hiking, fishing, or simply soaking in the breathtaking views, this charming city offers a lifestyle that harmonizes with nature.

El Dorado boasts a rich history, with roots tracing back to the Gold Rush era, and today it maintains a quaint, small-town charm. The local community is tight-knit, with friendly neighbors and a welcoming atmosphere that makes newcomers feel right at home. You'll find delightful local shops, cozy cafes, and community events that foster a sense of belonging.

For those seeking a new home in El Dorado, you'll be pleased to know that there are fantastic options available under $900,000. From charming single-family homes with spacious yards to modern townhouses with contemporary finishes, there’s a diverse range of properties that cater to different lifestyles and preferences. Many of these homes feature stunning views, ample outdoor space, and easy access to local amenities, ensuring that you can enjoy the best that El Dorado has to offer.

In El Dorado, you’ll not only find a beautiful place to live but a community where you can thrive. Come discover your dream home in this enchanting city, where adventure and tranquility await!

Newest El Dorado Homes under $900,000

5346 Skycrest Drive, El Dorado
$465,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1,228 SqFt. ⋅ 226134299 MLS
Single-story living, practical improvements, and space for your hobbies come together in this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in an established El Dorado neighborhood. Enjoy 1,228 square feet with a comfortable layout and newer HVAC, windows, roof, and interior paint. The living room features a vaulted ceiling, a freestanding gas stove, and sliding glass doors to the backyard patio. An open connection to the dining area keeps the main living spaces connected, while large windows bring in natural light. The kitchen offers generous cabinetry and counter space, with lighted glass-front cabinets for display and pull-out shelving to make everyday storage easier. A built-in oven and separate cooktop round out the workspace, and the adjacent dining area overlooks the backyard. The primary bedroom includes two closets, an attached bathroom with dual sinks, and its own sliding door to the back patio. Two additional bedrooms provide options for guests, a home office, or everyday living, with a second full bathroom off the hall. Out back, a concrete patio provides space for a table, chairs, and a barbecue, with access from both the living room and primary bedroom. Large, fenced backyard has plenty of space for future landscaping ideas, or even a pool. Or just enjoy it as is with a large fountain and nice treetop views from the patio area. For those who like to tinker, garden, or keep supplies organized, the covered workshop area adds useful space outside the main home. The attached garage includes a sink and shelving for cleanup and storage, while the gravel front yard and established shrubs keep the landscaping simple. With key improvements already in place and opportunities to personalize the finishes over time, this home is the perfect place to start homeownership, or to downsize. Community HOA includes a park, playground, and RV/boat storage. Easy access to highway 50 for quick commutes, or access to nearby shopping and dining. Come and enjoy the foothill life!

5346 Skycrest Drive, El Dorado

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty of California, Inc..

5460 Union Mine Road, El Dorado
$850,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2,160 SqFt. ⋅ 226133114 MLS
A property built for more than just living. The custom-built home, constructed in 1987, features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in the main residence, with the primary suite conveniently located on the main level and additional bedrooms upstairs. An additional 1-bedroom, 1/2-bath unit above the garage provides extra flexibility for guests, extended family or a private workspace. The impressive shop is ready for projects big and small, featuring a vehicle lift, wood stove, swamp cooler and air compressor setupideal for automotive enthusiasts, hands-on hobbies or those who need a dedicated space to work. Bring your cars, trucks, tools and equipment, and enjoy having room to tackle projects on your own property. A covered RV parking area with electrical hookups adds even more convenience, while a septic cleanout and filtered water connection near the house provide additional RV hookup options. For animal lovers and hobby farmers, the property is fully fenced and features a large arena, three existing stalls and a metal storage area. The setup offers excellent potential for horses, goats and other country-living pursuits. With a private well and septic system, ample room for equipment and recreational vehicles and space for animals and outdoor pursuits, this property offers the opportunity to embrace a more independent, hands-on lifestyle with the privacy and flexibility that country living is all about. This home is in pristine condition with fresh paint, new floors and updated kitchen. Tucked just off Union Mine Road, approximately one mile from the high school, this unique property offers the perfect blend of rural charm, versatility and functionality. Whether you dream of keeping horses, raising goats, working on vehicles, storing heavy equipment or simply enjoying the privacy and freedom of country living, this property offers the space and setup to make it happen. Bring your animals, your projects, your big toys and your country dreams. This is a rare opportunity to enjoy a property where home, hobbies and country living come together. This is a must see!

5460 Union Mine Road, El Dorado

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty.

5661 Maric Road, El Dorado
$785,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2,116 SqFt. ⋅ 226131075 MLS
WELCOME TO YOUR NEW HOME - Tucked away on a private, gated 10-acre parcel, this refreshed single-story RANCH-STYLE COUNTRY CHARMER offers the rare combination of mountain seclusion and thoughtful modern updates. Wake to PANORAMIC VIEWS that stretch across the Sierra Nevada ridgelines, then spend the day in the deep quiet that only true rural living providessurrounded by majestic heritage oaks, abundant wildlife, and open sky. The home has been carefully prepared throughout: fresh paint, elegant crown molding, and granite kitchen counters. New carpet graces the bedrooms, while the laundry room and primary bath feature updated flooring. A whole-house fan keeps the interiors naturally comfortable, and the breezeway/mudroom provides flexible additional space outside the living square footage. OUTDOORS, the lifestyle truly shines. A new front redwood deck overlooks the fenced garden area, while the pool (complete with pump and filter) creates the perfect setting for summer gatherings, barbecues, and long evenings with family and friends framed with the picturesque Sierras. A personal spa invites quiet soaks beneath the stars. Multiple large electric ran sheds and a spacious workshop offer ample room for projects, equipment, toys, or a home-based business. Owned solar helps keep utility costs low, and completed inspection reports with nearly all resulting work finished allow you to move in with confidence. This is mountain living done right private, practical, and prepared. Close enough to Placerville and Highway 50 for everyday convenience, yet far enough that the only soundtrack is the wind through the trees and the occasional call of wildlife. Your foothills retreat awaits. WELCOME HOME! *See attached video.

5661 Maric Road, El Dorado

Listing courtesy of Hamilton Homes Norcal.

6290 El Dorado Street, El Dorado
$395,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1,101 SqFt. ⋅ 226128333 MLS
Discover the charm and convenience of single-story living in the heart of El Dorado! This inviting home offers a comfortable, functional floor plan with tasteful finishes and plenty of natural light throughout. Step inside to find attractive laminate flooring in the main living areas, cozy carpeting in the bedrooms, and LED lighting throughout. The kitchen features quartz countertops, ample cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a convenient pantry for additional storage. A versatile space just off the kitchen provides flexibility for a formal dining area, home office, or additional living space. The primary suite offers a private bathroom with tile finishes, a stylish vanity, and a glass-enclosed shower. Two additional bedrooms and a full guest bathroom complete the interior. Additional highlights include a newer roof and HVAC system, offering valuable improvements to the home's major components. Step outside to enjoy a fully fenced backyard featuring a covered deck and open patio, perfect for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply unwinding. A welcoming covered front porch and attached single-car garage with laundry hookups add to the home's everyday practicality. Ideally situated just minutes from Highway 50, local shopping, restaurants, and the iconic Poor Red's, this property combines small-town charm with convenient access to nearby amenities. Home is being sold AS-IS in its present condition. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy the relaxed lifestyle and character of El Dorado!

6290 El Dorado Street, El Dorado

Listing courtesy of 3Sixty Real Estate.

3205 Balmaceda Road, El Dorado
$676,500
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2,654 SqFt. ⋅ 226124144 MLS
Welcome to the ultimate freedom property, with breathtaking scenery and incredible opportunity with ASSUMABLE FHA loan at 2.77% interest rate!! Perfect Remote- Work Homestead. Reliable High-Speed Internet with local major Retail and Grocery shopping only 10 Miles away. A magnificent 2,654 sq ft manufactured home set on a permanent concrete foundation. Perched amidst 38.5 expansive acres with views for days of the surrounding hills, this exceptionally quiet property offers uncompromised privacy behind an electric/battery back-up privacy gate, complete with a long cement driveway, a 3-car garage, and fresh exterior paint from November 2025. Designed with fire safety in mind, the home features enclosed eaves for fire insurance peace of mind, energy-efficient wall construction, custom white plantation shutters, whole-house fan, ceiling fans, engineered wood floors, cozy carpeted bedrooms, and satellite TV. The light-filled floor plan boasts 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and three sky light two brightening the gourmet kitchen and one in the bathroom. The kitchen shines with granite countertops, under-counter lighting, and brand-new January 2026 appliances including a 5-burner gas stove and microwave. Outside, discover an entertainers and homestead-lovers paradise: approximately 6 acres are fenced and cross-fenced into 4 pastures for livestock, alongside a dog run, chicken coop with run, dedicated ATV/motorcycle trails, and a specialized area for 2nd Amendment enthusiasts. High utility costs are a thing of the past thanks to a leased solar system ($115/mo, paid off in 2030, with 2023 Tesla panels and inverter) that keeps PG&E bills around $125/month even while running the pool, well, and AC. Water security and fire preparedness are exceptional with 3 active wells, a 2,500-gallon reserve storage tank, a dedicated fire hydrant with a specialized hose adapter at the garage, a 500 lb propane tank, and a sparkling pool that serves dual duty for cooling off or fire protection reserve. Complete with EV/RV and generator plug-ins, a separate graded 1-acre pad with huge ADU/RV potential, and Ag Residential zoning, this turn-key sanctuary delivers the ultimate modern country lifestyle.

3205 Balmaceda Road, El Dorado

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty.

6013 Dolomite Drive, El Dorado
$599,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1,680 SqFt. ⋅ 226117260 MLS
Sitting perfectly on a 2.4 acre lot to capture breathtaking panoramic vistas and surrounded by a greenbelt providing exceptional privacy this stunning property offers a rare opportunity to own a home where the views truly take center stage. From sunrise to sunset, enjoy sweeping scenes of rolling hills, Sierra mountains and endless sky right from your own backyard. This lovely and private single-story home is perfectly positioned to maximize its elevated setting, delivering unobstructed sightlines that create a sense of peace, privacy, and connection to nature. Whether you're sipping your morning coffee on the patio or entertaining guests under the stars, the ever-changing landscape provides a spectacular backdrop for every moment. Inside the home you will be greeted with an open-concept layout with vaulted wood beam ceilings and large windows that allow you to soak in the views while relaxing by the cozy fireplace. The kitchen, dining and living areas blend seamlessly together to create the perfect atmosphere for hosting family gatherings. There's plenty of outdoor space to create your dream retreat, add a fire pit, garden, or hot tub to fully embrace the beauty that surrounds you, including a large RV parking area for all your toys. Conveniently located while still feeling like a private escape, this property offers the perfect balance of tranquility and accessibility. Welcome Home!

6013 Dolomite Drive, El Dorado

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty of California, Inc..

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