280 Wells Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
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OFF MARKET
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 680 sqft

280 Wells Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020

Home Value

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Home facts updated by county records

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
453 Graves Ave #4, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.05
$346,800
1
1
567
Off Market
453 Graves Ave #5, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.05
$395,000
2
1.5
792
Recently Sold
453 Graves Ave #9, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.05
$311,500
1
1
567
Off Market
485 Graves Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.08
$884,900
3
2
1,669
Off Market
390 E Madison Ave #A, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.11
$440,000
2
2
1,086
For Sale
390 E Madison Ave #H, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.13
$426,000
2
2
1,300
For Sale
387 Connecticut Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.06
$719,000
3
2.5
1,843
For Sale
362 Kentucky Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.08
$757,500
3
2.5
1,865
Off Market
356 Kentucky Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.08
$691,400
3
2.5
1,780
Off Market
373 Connecticut Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.07
$700,000
3
2.5
1,817
Recently Sold
274 Vermont Ct, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.08
$718,000
3
2.5
1,817
For Sale
280 Vermont Ct, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.08
$726,000
3
2.5
1,865
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 280 Wells Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Apartment
Built in 1977
680 sqft

About this House

Very nicely located 1br/1ba in El Cajon , south of FW 8 (Magnolia exit), easy access, 20 minutes to Downtown San Diego, Zoo, Balboa Park, Beaches. Gated small complex in El Cajon. Close to shopping, restaurants, library, EC civic center, fitness club, park, EC police. Qualifications:
Must be employed,
good rental history,
good credit and income (3x the monthly rent). No pets, no-smoking property.
Please call /text for more Info or to schedule viewing. Note, unit will be available for viewing after Dec 5

laundry on-site.
Lease required-then month to month
Parking
Gated
No smoking/no pets/good credit/application fee
On site management
Rent is $1425 and deposit is $800 On Approved Credit

owner pays for trash/water/sewer. Tenant for SDGE
280 Wells Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 680 sqft apartment built in 1977. More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2024 with an asking price of $1,725 per month. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,795/month.

Home Details for 280 Wells Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: HardwoodGated Entry

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1977
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: None

Additional Information

On Site Laundry Available

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 30, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,725
Dec 3, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,725
Nov 12, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,600
Price decreased by 7%
Nov 12, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,725
Nov 2, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,725

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

Around this home

What Locals Say about El Cajon

At least 974 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 78 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 77 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 61 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 60 % Say parking is easy

  • 57 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 56 % Say kids play outside

  • 48 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say it's quiet

  • 46 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 45 % Say there's wildlife

  • 41 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 24 % Say there are community events

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  • Philip Bona
    "There are many families and children in the neighborhood with local schools and recreation center within blocks. There is also a mosque with a diverse group of attendees."
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  • Hamssaali2004
    "I see people walk with thier dogs with smile on other peoples faces. Dogs are welcomed in the neighborhood. I see people with dogs stop by other peoples faces with dogs to chatt and they seem happy."
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  • Hamssaali2004
    "The neighbors are so friendly. It is safe and there are a lot of food stores so everything is available. Also, people are from different backgrounds which makes it multi races and ethnicities."
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  • Lupitareyes9067
    "I been living in El Cajon for 20 years and I love it and sometimes I can find rent not to expensive."
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  • Pnj6925zvn
    "It’s pretty fast and easy. I live by the highway so going anywhere is fast. Now coming back in peak traffic can be rough"
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  • Miriam O. Cabrera
    "I love my neighborhood, I live a cul de sac and I feel confident in having my kids out playing. I love my view of the mountains. I can see my children raising their kids in Rancho San Diego. "
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  • Tania Islas
    "A lot of neighbors have pets are are respectful towards other neighbors. I see neighbors walking their dogs all the time. "
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  • Rain
    "Really friendly,maintained area. A lot of children play outside and feel safe around everything. Everything in the neighborhood helps each other out when help is needed "
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  • Grace
    "Some homelessness. Be mindful of where you allow your children to go off alone. Also, some motorists drive fast down the streets"
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  • Rlfreund68
    "My husband I walk are dogs often. I hope others don’t mind it. The only negative is when neighborhood dogs bark the entire time you walk by. I know for us we bring are dogs in the house if they are barking. Wish others would do the same. "
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  • Jkleine
    "Super close community. Great for Halloween and Christmas great area to walk. Dogs welcomed. Good food nearby"
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  • Hamssaali2004
    "I live here for 7 years. So warm city. I love it and its people. Close to everything including free ways and food stores."
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  • Trulia User
    "Crest is great neighborhood. It feels like a small town but in the city. When you drive up the hill you’re met with a beautiful view of the valley. There’s a school, small convenience store, a mom and pops Mexican restaurant, a gas station, and a little park for kids all on one road."
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  • OJ
    "Having recently been released I was afraid I wouldn't fit in here. To my surprise I've run in to a good number of acquaintences from the inside. They've pointed me to a number of jobs. So many unsuspecting opportunities."
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  • Linnea E.
    "To many homeless people. Always trash laying in. Pet owners don’t pick up their pets poop. Kids are up late playing in the court yard and parking lot without supervision. "
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  • Lilia C.
    "El Cajon gets a bad rap but I’ve never had an issue living here. People should be careful of course, but also be cognizant of their prejudices and biases. "
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  • Luke W.
    "The caring neighbors and not any special events that make it special. Love the feel of a small neighborhood while being close to everything. "
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  • Melissa H.
    "Lots of coyotes, but also most house in this area have very large yards . If you have small Dog though you have to be on the look out for snakes and coyotes . Lots of areas to walk your dogs especially around the high school. "
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  • 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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  • A C.
    "long to many traffic and the freeway is too long but it is very quite but el cajon city have to many homeless people "
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  • Troy A. J. J.
    "We are in blossom valley and love it! People are friendly, great schools , great neighborhood and community! "
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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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  • Ctengel85
    "There are a lot of folks walking their dogs at all times of the day, but there are quite a few drivers that seem to disregard pedestrians. They speed through even ignoring speed bumps. "
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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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  • Troy A. J. J.
    "We live in blossom valley and although beautiful.... walking is tough due to no sidewalks in this custom home area! "
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  • Teresa P.
    "El Cajon is a decent area with lots of shops located conveniently. I’m not sure what other neighborhoods are like, ours just happens to not be friendly at all. There’s also quite a large homeless population. "
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  • Ashlyrvillamar
    "Everything is closeby! Whether you drive or not, you can still reach your destination with ease. I’ve lived in El Cajon for over 10+ years and I love it."
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  • Christopher T. E.
    "The local park sometimes has movies on projector. The parks are generally clean and usually open to major events like birthday parties, etc. "
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  • Janmichaelmiramon
    "Mother goose parade and it’s away from the inner city congestion. It’s quiet and people typically say hi "
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  • Healthyamiesue
    "No community events take place. Strict rules. Not many renters, not many children in area. Heavy mature market "
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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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  • Maddie B.
    "There is a lot of homeless but it’s close to schools and businesses. Local feel tons of local events. Not too far from anything. "
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  • Tammy H.
    "It’s fine. Plenty of public transportation and shopping. Not really neighborly. A few inconsiderate neighbors."
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  • Hamssaali2004
    "Most of them don’t pick after their dogs. I dont feel it very clean environment. If they pick after thier dogs that will be awesome."
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  • Janmichaelmiramon
    "I work on the naval base and I commute by car only for the convenience to go when o get off early. If I were aware of the trolley links I could probably get there no problem "
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  • Ranjith B.
    "Nice neighborhood best hospitals are close by but pretty expensive. Downtown El Cajon is not that great lot of crimes happen."
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  • Beca A.
    "Emerald middle school is a nightmare. Don’t let you’re kids go there if you can avoid it. I know many kids that have been bullied "
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  • Raul R. J.
    "All dogs are quite friendly. Everyone that walks their dogs are pretty responsible since they leash them up. "
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Frequently asked questions about 280 Wells Ave

  • 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.
  • What do residents say about El Cajon?
    Residents describe El Cajon, CA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and well-kept. See recently sold homes in El Cajon, CA.
  • What are the closest schools to 280 Wells Ave?
    The closest schools to 280 Wells Ave in El Cajon, CA are Cajon Valley Middle School (rated 4/10), El Cajon Valley High School (rated 3/10), Johnson Elementary School (rated 7/10).
  • Does 280 Wells Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 280 Wells Ave in El Cajon, CA has laundry facilities.

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