487 E Park Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
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OFF MARKET
  • Studio
  • 1 Bath
  • 500 sqft

487 E Park Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020

Home Value

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Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
489 E Park Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.00
-
1
1
700
Off Market
491 E Park Ave #491, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.00
-
2
1
1,025
Off Market
491 E Park Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.00
-
2
1
1,025
Off Market
493 E Park Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.00
-
2
1
1,000
Off Market
497 E Park Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.00
-
1
1
650
Off Market
507 E Park Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.01
-
1
1
550
Off Market
485 E Park Ave #485, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.01
-
3
1
1,100
Off Market
487 E Park Ave #487, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.01
-
Studio
1
400
Off Market
501 E Park Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.01
$817,400
2
1
700
Off Market
499 E Park Ave #499, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.01
-
2
1
950
Off Market
499 E Park Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.01
-
2
1
950
Off Market
437 E Park Ave #26, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.02
-
1
1
560
Off Market
437 E Park Ave #9, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.02
-
1
1
560
Off Market
437 E Park Ave #27, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.02
-
2
1
735
Off Market
437 E Park Ave #109, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.02
-
Studio
1
400
Off Market
437 E Park Ave #13, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.02
-
1
1
560
Off Market
437 E Park Ave #11, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.02
-
1
1
560
Off Market
437 E Park Ave #2, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.02
-
2
1
735
Off Market
437 E Park Ave #204, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.02
-
Studio
1
400
Off Market
437 E Park Ave #4, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.02
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Apartment
Built in 1960
500 sqft

About this House

Quiet Ground Floor Studio in Best Area with Eat-In Kitchen
Available August 1st. This large studio is currently being remodeled and will be ready August 1st. Features include new paint and carpet and upgrades in the huge eat-in kitchen with painted wood cabinets, AC and tile in the bathroom, security door, and a common grill area for you. Walk to downtown! Ground floor and only steps to your car. Cajon Valley Apartments is a pretty 8-unit centrally located complex with parking right outside your door and common laundry in the building. It is in a big quiet apartment complex near parks, schools and the central civic center named the "Cajon Valley Apartments 485-499 East Park Avenue" It is located near schools and is within walking distance of downtown center. It is centrally located, a short walk to the new junior high, local parks and one block from the Civic Center in the best area of El Cajon. It is a 3-minute drive to I-8*. (The Mother Goose Parade lines up right in front of our complex) It has a sunny eat-in kitchen with tiled floors and painted wood cabinets, neutral newer carpet or hardwood flooring and all are freshly painted. There is a small hallway between the large roomy bedroom/living room with an ample closet, a security door, new windows, and tile countertops. Sunny + Quiet + Private. Extras include assigned close-to-your-door parking for one car, a secure laundry room, and on-site management in a family owned complex. There is lots of pretty landscaping, benches and a common BBQ. Most of the current tenants have been there for years and consider this their home. The rooms are large. Month to Month, FREE Water, FREE Parking, FREE landscaping, and FREE trash No pets. Deposit $1150 Call to see it and get an application but you need vision because it is getting a face lift.

FREE water, FREE trash, FREE landscaping and FREE parking
487 E Park Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020 is a studio, 1 bathroom, 500 sqft apartment built in 1960. More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2019 with an asking price of $1,150 per month. That rental listing was removed on July 20, 2019. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,865/month.

Home Details for 487 E Park Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Types of Rooms: Breakfast Nook, Master Bath
Appliances & Utilities
DisposalRefrigerator

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1960
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street

Additional Information

On Site Laundry Available

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 20, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,150
Jul 15, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$1,150
Aug 9, 2015
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
$1,000
Aug 3, 2015
Source: N/A
Listed For Rent
$1,000
May 31, 2015
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
$950

Market trends in El Cajon

Last updated September 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$791K
$833MoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.2%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$506
$1MoM
Available listings
326
11MoM
Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

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What Locals Say about El Cajon

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  • 77% say there are sidewalks
  • 70% say there's holiday spirit
  • 48% say neighbors are friendly
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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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  • Paul Sroka
    "I am not sure haven’t been involved with this neighborhood long enough to see or know what events there are "
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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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  • 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 487 E Park Ave

  • Is El Cajon a buyer's or seller's market?
    El Cajon is currently a buyer'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 $791K. That is down $833 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 487 E Park Ave?
    The closest schools to 487 E Park Ave in El Cajon, CA are Cajon Valley Middle School (rated 4/10), El Cajon Valley High School (rated 3/10), Naranca Elementary School (rated 3/10).
  • Does 487 E Park Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 487 E Park Ave in El Cajon, CA has laundry facilities.
  • Does 487 E Park Ave have parking?
    Yes, 487 E Park Ave in El Cajon, CA has on-site parking.

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