1256 Sumner Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
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OFF MARKET

$704,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 14, 2026
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,100 sqft

1256 Sumner Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021

Bostonia

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
1,100 sqft
$640/sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1256 Sumner Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Fully remodeled house! Section 8 accepted.
Lots of parking & a large backyard.

Renter pays water, electricity, and gas.
1256 Sumner Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,100 sqft single-family home in Bostonia. It last sold for $280,000 on Apr 13, 2012 (8,258% above the $3,350 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $704,100, with a rent estimate of $3,072/month.

Home Details for 1256 Sumner Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Wall FurnaceAir ConditioningCooling System: Central AirHeating Fuel: Wall Furnace
Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Comparable Sales for 1256 Sumner Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1232 Persimmon Ave, El Cajon, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$725,000
06/10/26
3
2
1,100 sqft
1255 Sumner Ave, El Cajon, CA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$810,000
06/01/26
5
2
1,486 sqft
1135 Peach Ave #A, El Cajon, CA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$615,000
01/12/26
3
2
1,060 sqft
1135 Peach Ave #C, El Cajon, CA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$615,000
10/03/25
3
2
1,060 sqft
1256 Tangerine St, El Cajon, CA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$718,000
01/30/26
3
2
1,152 sqft
1284 Tangerine St, El Cajon, CA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$760,000
07/10/26
3
2
1,152 sqft
1088 Bostonia St, El Cajon, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$515,000
11/21/25
2
1
960 sqft
1434 Coker Way, El Cajon, CA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$800,000
08/07/26
3
2
1,250 sqft
1372 Marline Ave, El Cajon, CA
0.45
Single-Family Home
$680,000
04/07/26
3
1.5
974 sqft
1327 Marline Ave, El Cajon, CA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$717,000
10/21/25
3
2
1,452 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Bostonia

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$3,072/mo
Average rent
$2.5K
$78MoM
Available listings
50
View rental market trends in El Cajon, CA

Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

Bostonia
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What Locals Say about Bostonia

At least 70 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 80 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 53 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 53 % Say parking is easy

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 46 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 43 % Say there's wildlife

  • 43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 41 % Say it's quiet

  • 39 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 38 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 19 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Aglim97
    "Neighborhood is nice and quiet. The community stays clean and the HOA is very considerate. We love that it’s close to stores and freeways so it’s easy access. When in the community, makes you feel safe."
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  • Natalia P.
    "It’s cheap to live here and affordable and close to the freeways . Close to Santee where I feel a little safer"
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  • Belinda D.
    "I dont own a dog so I don’t know what dog owners are looking for in this neighborhood. All I know Is that’s there’s only one dog park at wells park. That’s all"
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  • Mhuckalby
    "I LIVE IN CONDOS. QUIET. NEAREST PARK FROM ME 6 MILES LAKESIDE. NEAREST GROCERY STORE 1.2 MILES. DMV .5 MILES. WEATHER IS ONE SEASON. NICE. PEOPLE WEAR MASKS. HAIR SALONS, BARBERS ARE NOT FAR. CONVENIENT TO FREEWAY. 7/11 AND LIQUOR STORE 100 YARDS AWAY. ITS A LITTLE EXPENSIVE TO LIVE HERE. GASOLINE IS HIGH. REAL-ESTATE EXPENSIVE. RENT IS HIGH. "
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  • Ldybrave023
    "Homeless is increasing and so is the cost of living. I like El Cajon because I spent a lot of time here growing up but it’s not getting better "
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  • Ebony R.
    "It’s ok, I like it for now, and it works for me. Not to far from my job so that is good. I like my town house all the upgrades and the location. "
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  • Gail T.
    "Neighborhood is pretty isolated and secluded. Everyone keeps to themselves and are not particularly friendly. "
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  • Heather M.
    "I hate it. There are 4 marijuana dispensaries within a mile and there s constant traffic outside my apartment at all hours."
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  • Oldschool1969 T.
    "Yahoo, its the Wild-Wild West! Alit of things go on around here. i loved living here. i have many friends around here. "
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  • Khadejah M.
    "Just moved here seems pretty chill. We all keep to ourselves yet are still friendly in passing. Reasonable area with things close by even in walking distance "
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  • Leticia M.
    "I have lived here for over 20 years. It is a great place to be, very busy. A lot of shopping centers "
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  • Heather S.
    "Love the neighborhood i have live here for a one year the people are nice and kind this community is a great place to live"
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  • Kate W.
    "There is a lot of drug traffic and transients living out of their cars. It’s just unsafe. So I do not trust the tweakers walking up and down My Fence Line, EVERY SINGLE DAY, that they would try and steal my my dog or something on property. "
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  • Darcie V. A.
    "Lived here for now 8 years! Raised my kids here. I wish parks were closer! But Over all a safe place to raise kids! "
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  • Heather S.
    "I see people walking there dogs all the time and my neighbors almost all have dogs and dogs are welcome "
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  • Kaylene K.
    "There are no community events I know of that make El Cajon special. The only good thing is cheaper rent but also far from San Diego. "
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  • Kristy J.
    "There aren’t any community events within miles that make this neighborhood special. It’s unremarkable. "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 13, 2012
Source: N/A
Sold
$280,000
Jul 15, 2011
Source: N/A
Sold
$185,000
Aug 30, 2007
Source: N/A
Sold
$403,000

Frequently asked questions about 1256 Sumner Ave

  • What is 1256 Sumner Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1256 Sumner Ave in El Cajon, CA is $704,100.
  • What is the price history for 1256 Sumner Ave?
    1256 Sumner Ave in El Cajon, CA last sold for $280,000 in April 2012.
  • Is El Cajon a buyer's or seller's market?
    El Cajon is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in El Cajon?
    The median sale price in El Cajon is $789K. That is down $2K from the prior month.
  • Does 1256 Sumner Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1256 Sumner Ave in El Cajon, CA has air conditioning.

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