540 E 8th Ave
Escondido, CA 92025
Old Escondido Historic District- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,344 sqft
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,344 sqft
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1954
Living Area
1,344 sqft
Price/Sqft
$642
Parking
Garage
About this House
Lovely home located in the heart of Historic Escondido. Large remodeled kitchen, remodeled bathroom, hardwood floors, nicely updated wood burning fireplace, large back yard, with storage shed, deck, gas fire pit and new fencing. Front yard newly landscaped with fence, dg patio and water wise plants. Central A/C, solar and a new water heater. Re Bring your offers quickly, it will not last long!!
540 E 8th Ave, Escondido, CA 92025 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,344 sqft single-family home in Old Escondido Historic District, built in 1954. It last sold for $740,000 on Sep 17, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $863,100, with a rent estimate of $3,638/month.
Home Details for 540 E 8th Ave
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Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, Gas, SolarAir ConditioningCooling System: Central, SolarHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Hardwood |
Interior Details Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room, Family RoomCeiling Fan |
Appliances & Utilities Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Double Paned Windows |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionDeckExterior: Wood, Cement ConcretePatio |
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached, Garage Detached, On Street |
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Year Built Year Built: 1954Year Updated: 1954 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 8000 sqft |
Price History for 540 E 8th Ave
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 09/17/2021 | $740,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 03/06/2017 | $425,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 06/29/2010 | $245,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 03/26/2010 | $225,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 03/06/2010 | $225,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 08/23/2006 | $430,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 04/25/2002 | $250,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 10/28/1998 | $134,500 | Sold | N/A |
Market trends in Escondido
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
$831K
$12.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$475
$15MoM
Available listings
393
23MoM
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $8,910 |
| Assessment | $785,293 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 540 E 8th Ave
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.12 | Single-Family Home | $835,000 | 08/07/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,280 | |
0.07 | Single-Family Home | $810,000 | 03/27/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,609 | |
0.33 | Single-Family Home | $840,000 | 12/05/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,350 | |
0.15 | Single-Family Home | $800,000 | 10/03/25 | 3 | 3 | 1,332 | |
0.32 | Single-Family Home | $800,000 | 07/01/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,403 | |
0.14 | Single-Family Home | $810,000 | 12/01/25 | 3 | 2 | 952 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $728,500 | 07/24/26 | 3 | 2 | 2,262 | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | $765,000 | 07/27/26 | 2 | 2 | 954 | |
0.36 | Single-Family Home | $985,000 | 03/16/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,670 | |
0.45 | Single-Family Home | $845,000 | 12/10/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,472 |
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What Locals Say about Old Escondido Historic District
At least 16 Trulia users voted on each feature.
95 % Say it's dog friendly
89 % Say yards are well-kept
82 % Say there's holiday spirit
75 % Say parking is easy
70 % Say car is needed
67 % Say kids play outside
66 % Say neighbors are friendly
64 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
63 % Say there are sidewalks
61 % Say people would walk alone at night
60 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
57 % Say it's quiet
56 % Say there's wildlife
55 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
32 % Say streets are well-lit
24 % Say there are community events
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Frequently asked questions about 540 E 8th Ave
- What is 540 E 8th Ave estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 540 E 8th Ave in Escondido, CA is $863,100.
- What is the price history for 540 E 8th Ave?540 E 8th Ave in Escondido, CA last sold for $740,000 in September 2021.
- Is Escondido a buyer's or seller's market?Escondido is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What's the median sale price in Escondido?The median sale price in Escondido is $831K. That is up $12.83K from the prior month.
- Does 540 E 8th Ave have air conditioning?Yes, 540 E 8th Ave in Escondido, CA has air conditioning.
- Does 540 E 8th Ave have laundry facilities?Yes, 540 E 8th Ave in Escondido, CA has in-unit laundry.