240 James St, Escondido, CA 92027
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240 James St
Escondido, CA 92027

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,156 sqft

$720,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 6, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,396/mo*
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$720,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 6, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,396/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,156 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Escondido, 240 James St - Lovely Single Level Home on Cul-De-Sac Close to All! - Charming single level home on a cul-de-sac conveniently located near schools, parks and shopping. Living room has vaulted ceilings and wood floors. Spacious eat in kitchen has vaulted ceilings, ceramic tile floors and counters. Bedrooms #1 and 2 have wood floors, ceiling fan with a light fixture and a closet organizer. Hall bathroom has ceramic tile floors and a tub/shower combo. Master bedroom has wood floors, ceiling fan with a light fixture, closet organizer, ceramic tile bathroom floors and a walk-in shower. Large fenced rear yard is perfect for entertaining family and friends or just relaxing at the end of your day. (RLNE4890952)
240 James St, Escondido, CA 92027 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,156 sqft single-family home built in 1974. It last sold for $620,000 on Dec 15, 2021. More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2019 with an asking price of $2,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on July 3, 2019. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $720,800, with a rent estimate of $3,515/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 240 James St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirCooling System: OtherHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1974Year Updated: 1974
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Lawn
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6300 sqft

Price History for 240 James St

DatePriceEventSource
12/15/2021$620,000Sold
N/A
11/09/2021$599,000PendingCRMLS #NDP2112390
11/04/2021$599,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #NDP2112390
07/03/2019$2,400ListingRemovedAgent Provided
06/25/2019$2,400PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/13/2019$2,500Listed For RentAgent Provided
05/03/2017$430,000Sold
N/A
07/01/2009$193,000Sold
N/A
04/26/2009$194,800Listed For SaleAgent Provided
02/11/2009$164,334Sold
N/A
01/05/2006$440,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Escondido

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$818K
$6.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.8%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$459
$2MoM
Available listings
416
31MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$7,537
Assessment$657,946
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 240 James St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
220 James St, Escondido, CA
0.02
Single-Family Home
$660,000
12/01/25
3
2
1,056
330 James St, Escondido, CA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$630,000
05/18/26
4
2
1,200
2865 Hypoint Ave, Escondido, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$753,000
09/25/25
3
2
1,200
146 Fargo Gln, Escondido, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$564,000
04/21/26
3
2
1,476
3039 Pecan Pl, Escondido, CA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$755,000
04/16/26
3
2
1,200
157 Belfast Gln, Escondido, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$695,000
12/03/25
3
2
1,154
141 Belfast Gln, Escondido, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$679,000
04/14/26
3
1
1,032
468 Las Brisas Dr, Escondido, CA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$765,000
07/31/25
4
2
1,692
460 Las Brisas Dr, Escondido, CA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$851,000
02/24/26
4
2
1,692
2792 Derringer Pl, Escondido, CA
0.44
Single-Family Home
$798,000
06/08/26
4
2
1,442

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Escondido

At least 954 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 85 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 64 % Say parking is easy

  • 56 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 49 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 25 % Say there are community events

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  • Angela.generas
    "Escondido gets a bad rap, people focus on the bad. It’s full of amazing people, businesses and communities!"
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  • Andysouth93
    "The commute from Escondido to Carlsbad is absolutely horrendous at any time of the day. The 78 is too small of a freeway into San Marcos is just terrible. "
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  • Macguard45
    "There is a large park down the street but there are not always neighborhoods in this area. It’s more country "
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  • Craig Racicot
    "We live in a fairly large cul de sac most of us socialize often and keep watch over friends that are out of town "
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  • Tony
    " I work from home so I only leave to go to the store or restaurant and what not. Freeway access is easy and traffic is so so"
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  • Craig Racicot
    "We have an annual start of summer block party and winter holiday gatherings. We have supported various neighborhood youngsters in their fundraising efforts, as well as contributed to many food caravans for neighbors in need due medical issues or loss of a spouse. "
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  • Macguard45
    "My neighborhood is spacious and feels free. There are parks down the street and lots of open space as well as a creek"
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  • Macguard45
    "It’s rural but not desolate. We feel safe and are also away from the hustle and bustle of the town, so we get to live a country life "
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  • Carsy7
    "Harmony Grove is fantastic, Escondido has great pockets of safe neighborhoods, not all is safe. There are homeless even in the nicer areas. "
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  • Amber langford
    "Lots of kids in the area nice calm I feel like it’s alot of older crowd mostly in some areas the rest are young n young adults "
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  • Ronda Provencal
    "The Renaissance fair, ophelia winery, the wild animal Park, lots of walking trails you feel like you’re in the country, but cities right around the corner"
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  • Salvirez
    "There are a lot of friendly dogs and owners. There’s a lot of green grass and trees and plenty places to walk your dog"
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  • Allison Jean
    "They’re not a whole lot of open green spaces if you don’t live near Kit Carson or grape day park. And there are some mean dogs around… you have to be careful. "
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  • Judy Gervasio
    "We live close to beautiful Lake Wohlford. It’s a quiet, dead end street. Very peaceful. Lots of oak trees. Great walking area. "
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  • Craig Racicot
    "Friendly, diverse and considerate people. Close to freeways, shopping,breweries and restaurants. Great schools and Neighbors look out for each other."
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  • Andrewjaybiel
    "Regardless, of what you hear or read. Literally, Escondido and the rest of North county, is truly family thought out and driven. It’s like every where. You’ll have your little pockets of ares where things happen. But, it’s a family oriented place. "
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  • Corrine Lewis
    "I love living here, our neighborhood is beautiful. The only downside is that the schools are not the best. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Warm weather and warm people. Escondido is beautiful and a wonderful place to live. It is incredibly walkable - remarkably safe "
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  • Trulia User
    "I love the Historic District, it’s very family oriented and has so many cute historic homes. I take my dog for long walks in this area. It’s very safe and the neighbors are very friendly!"
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  • Trulia User
    "I love how charming this community and neighborhood is, and all of my neighbors are very friendly! Such a great place to live"
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  • Trulia User
    "I love the Historic District so much! It has such old beautiful historic homes. It is a safe and enjoyable area for locals to explore and enjoy being right near downtown night life: restaurants, bars and shops."
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  • Trulia User
    "You can get to know your neighbors. Lots of holiday cheer here. Awesome place to live single or with a family "
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  • Trulia User
    "There is a weekly car showing on the Main Street, grand Ave, every Friday night throughout the summer. It is awesome"
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  • Trulia User
    "Old Escondido is charming! There’s an annual Mother’s Day historic house tour and in the summer months, residents can walk to Cruisin’ Grand—a weekly vintage car show in the center of town!"
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  • Trulia User
    "no enough dog park or animal friendly places. but they would like it cause almost everyone has a dog"
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived here over 10 years. Downtown is a wonderful distraction. Old Escondido gives a small town friendliness but minutes from everything else. Mountains, bays and beaches. I love it."
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  • Efren M.
    "Lived here all my life and love Escondido. Great neighbors and always something to do, grand Avenue is full of places to eat and drink, have a good time and spend time with friends. "
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  • Correctspann
    "Lived her 40 years love the people and the are. Convenient to everything . Thanks so much for your help with"
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  • Ian W.
    "I work from home and don’t commute. Getting around Escondido is not too hard, but traffic on surface streets can suck"
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  • Sherry W.
    "I see many dog owners like walking in the neighborhood. I’m a dogs owner too. Love Escondido area very much!"
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  • Kevin
    "Such a charming are that makes you feel a pet of a small town but just a hop, skip, and jump away from the city and hustle and bustle."
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  • Nastre V.
    "Community is great for small dogs . Sidewalks are available to walk on or side dirt small hike area big grass area for them to run and play "
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  • Cindy H.
    "there are some neighborhoods that are okay but for the most part it isnt a safe place anymore. you there is a dog park by the humane society "
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  • Tstraaen
    "Quiet and every one has each other’s back. Very quiet neighborhood and many walk in the neighborhood at evening time. Feel very safe... just as in the neighborhood I grew up in years ago.. "
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  • Joe A.
    "Not bad. The commute up to Temecula is pretty bad between 3 pm and 8pm. Although I am close to the freeway, it can take up to 15 min to get to it."
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  • Adriana A.
    "There’s a pretty diverse selection of people and has an old town feel to it. I’ve lived here for the past 3 years "
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  • Abenz44
    "Neighborhood street is very friendly! We live right near a church and everyone is so kind. The whole street comes alive during holiday celebrations! "
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  • Elise N.
    "5 minutes away from work. Back roads only. Very convenient; never any traffic. I like how short the commute is! "
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  • Crisostomoca
    "many fence lines are in disrepair, but many houses are dog friendly. many busy streets through neighborhoods not safe for dogs at all in case they escape "
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  • Adrian C.
    "Lots of people walking their dogs. Community seems to be very do friendly with trails and parks for walking or jogging. "
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