1284 Bates Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021
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FOR SALE
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Listed by Mike Aqrawi, San Diego Homes Realty, (619) 642-2226

$795,000

Original price: $839,999
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,504 sqft

1284 Bates Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021

Bostonia
Est. Mortgage $5,047/mo*
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We estimate this home will sell faster than 80% nearby.

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1982
$529/sqft
2 Car Garage

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Welcome to your dream home! This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-story residence perfectly combines modern style, comfort, and eco-friendly living. Step inside to a bright, open interior featuring stylish vinyl plank flooring, recessed lighting, and a modern kitchen equipped with sleek stainless steel appliances, upgraded countertops, and crisp white cabinetry. Save big on electric bills year-round with the fully installed solar power system. Outside, the private backyard boasts a covered pergola patio—ideal for weekend barbecues, outdoor dining, or relaxing under the shade. Move-in ready and packed with charm
We estimate this home will sell faster than 80% nearby.

Home Details for 1284 Bates Ln

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Bedroom
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1504 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: In Garage
Heating & Cooling
Has CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirNo Heating
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Family RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Standard
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: 1
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 44Days on Market: 45

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1982
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Not Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 3881415000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $795,000Price Per Sqft: $529

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

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Location

Direction & Address
City: El Cajon
School Information
High School District: Cajon Valley Union

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: PTP2605882

Community

Community Features: SidewalksNot Senior CommunityUnits in Building: 1

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)HOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6292 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: PTP2605882Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 619-642-2226Universal Property Id: US-06073-N-3881415000-R-N

Additional Information

SidewalksSource Internet Entire Listing Display

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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 "
    14
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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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Market trends in El Cajon

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$789K
$2KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$503
$3MoM
Available listings
335
5MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$792K
Since last month
Decreased$48K (-5.7%)
Since last year
Decreased$23K (-2.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$7K (+0.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +85% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$792K
August 2026$840K
July 2026$830K
June 2026$836K
May 2026$838K
April 2026$842K
March 2026$850K
February 2026$841K
January 2026$823K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1718 Outer Dr, El Cajon, CA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$780,000
01/02/26
3
2
1,314
1663 Parklawn Dr, El Cajon, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$820,000
07/20/26
4
2
1,340
1728 Poinciana Dr, El Cajon, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$775,000
04/09/26
3
2
1,514
1617 Plumeria Dr, El Cajon, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$800,300
03/17/26
3
2
1,298
1705 Pepperwood Dr, El Cajon, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$795,000
10/07/25
3
2
1,182
8321 Sheila St, El Cajon, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$750,000
02/13/26
3
2
1,295
1834 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$765,000
06/02/26
4
2
1,200
1350 Orange Grove Rd, El Cajon, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$823,400
09/30/25
5
2
1,832
1632 Danny Way, El Cajon, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$740,000
09/01/26
3
2
1,290
1362 Lindenwood Dr, El Cajon, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$975,000
05/04/26
4
2
1,833

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1285 Bates Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021
0.04
$640,000
2
1
869
Recently Sold
815 Bates Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021
0.03
$751,900
3
2
1,225
Off Market
1663 Parklawn Dr, El Cajon, CA 92021
0.08
$820,000
4
2
1,340
Recently Sold
1718 Outer Dr, El Cajon, CA 92021
0.06
$780,000
3
2
1,314
Recently Sold
1657 Parklawn Dr, El Cajon, CA 92021
0.09
$901,200
3
2
1,266
Off Market
851-853 Pepper Dr, El Cajon, CA 92021
0.10
$863,500
5
2
-
Off Market
1315 Orange Grove Rd, El Cajon, CA 92021
0.09
$901,600
3
2
1,321
Off Market
742 Bentwood Dr, El Cajon, CA 92021
0.11
$831,800
3
2
1,314
Off Market
829 Arboleda Rd, El Cajon, CA 92021
0.11
$820,900
3
2
1,265
Off Market
834 Pepper Dr, El Cajon, CA 92021
0.12
$742,800
3
1
1,014
Off Market
1722 Garywood St, El Cajon, CA 92021
0.10
$764,400
3
2
1,314
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 17, 2026
Source: CRMLS #PTP2605882
PriceChange
$795,000
Price decreased by 5%
Sep 12, 2026
Source: CRMLS #PTP2605882
PriceChange
$839,999
Price decreased by 1%
Aug 18, 2026
Source: CRMLS #PTP2605882
PriceChange
$844,999
Price decreased by 1%
Aug 4, 2026
Source: CRMLS #PTP2605882
Listed For Sale
$849,999
Apr 7, 2022
Source: N/A
Sold
$785,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Mike Aqrawi, San Diego Homes Realty
Agent Phone: (619) 642-2226
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Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of 2026-09-18 12:17:41 PDT and /or other sources. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information

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Frequently asked questions about 1284 Bates Ln

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 1284 Bates Ln?
    Based on a $795,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1284 Bates Ln in El Cajon, CA is approximately $5,147 (about $4,297 principal & interest, $775 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 1284 Bates Ln compare to homes in El Cajon?
    1284 Bates Ln in El Cajon, CA is listed at $795,000, about 1% above the $789K median sale price in El Cajon.
  • What do residents say about the Bostonia neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Bostonia neighborhood in El Cajon, CA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and well-kept. See homes for sale in Bostonia, El Cajon.
  • What are the closest schools to 1284 Bates Ln?
    The closest schools to 1284 Bates Ln in El Cajon, CA are Pepper Drive Elementary School (Middle, rated 6/10), Santana High School (rated 7/10).
  • Does 1284 Bates Ln have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1284 Bates Ln in El Cajon, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 1284 Bates Ln have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1284 Bates Ln in El Cajon, CA has laundry facilities.
1284 Bates Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,504 sqft single-family home built in 1982. 1284 Bates Ln is located in Bostonia, El Cajon. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CRMLS on Aug 4, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# PTP2605882.