656 Benton Pl, El Cajon, CA 92020
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OFF MARKET

$678,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,338 sqft

656 Benton Pl, El Cajon, CA 92020

Est. Refi. Payment $4,216/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 6, 2021 for $560,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$679K
Since last month
Decreased$9K (-1.3%)
Since last year
Decreased$24K (-3.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$122K (+21.9%)
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 +61% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$682K
August 2026$679K
July 2026$691K
June 2026$717K
May 2026$702K
April 2026$715K
March 2026$722K
February 2026$721K
January 2026$708K
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
1186 E Lexington Ave, El Cajon, CA
0.46
Multi-Family Home
$1,219,500
04/21/26
4
3
2,800
469-477 Taft Ave, El Cajon, CA
0.59
Multi-Family Home
$1,130,000
06/18/26
4
3
-
669 Dorothy St, El Cajon, CA
0.75
Multi-Family Home
$1,200,000
06/01/26
9
4
2,928
653 Avocado Ave, El Cajon, CA
0.63
Multi-Family Home
$1,090,000
08/07/26
7
6
3,470
955 Buckeye Ct, El Cajon, CA
1.88
Multi-Family Home
$750,000
07/29/26
3
2.5
1,703
Marline Ave, El Cajon, CA
1.05
Multi-Family Home
$750,000
11/21/25
4
3
-
1471-1475 Woodhill St, El Cajon, CA
1.05
Multi-Family Home
$1,220,000
09/12/25
6
3
-
1235-37 Marline Ave, El Cajon, CA
1.23
Multi-Family Home
$740,000
11/21/25
4
2
1,704
175 E Washington Ave, El Cajon, CA
0.84
Multi-Family Home
$1,165,000
03/11/26
8
5
-
1325 Marline Ave, El Cajon, CA
1.34
Multi-Family Home
$1,500,000
01/06/26
5
3
3,012

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
692 Benton Pl, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.02
$571,900
2
2
895
Off Market
1080 E Washington Ave E, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.04
$819,200
3
3
1,781
Off Market
723 Anastasia Ct, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.09
$720,500
3
2.5
1,613
Off Market
750 Anastasia Ct, El Cajon, CA 92020
0.09
$730,000
3
2.5
1,392
Recently Sold
410 S 1st St #37, El Cajon, CA 92019
0.12
$135,500
2
2
1,040
Off Market
410 S 1st St #188, El Cajon, CA 92019
0.12
$259,000
3
2
1,414
For Sale
1119 Buckskin Rd, El Cajon, CA 92019
0.14
$675,000
3
2
1,144
Recently Sold
410 S 1st St #79, El Cajon, CA 92019
0.13
$119,900
2
1
742
For Sale
1125 Buckskin Rd, El Cajon, CA 92019
0.16
$737,600
3
2
1,150
Off Market
1071 Washington Heights Pl, El Cajon, CA 92019
0.17
$799,900
3
2
1,806
Recently Sold
1131 Buckskin Rd, El Cajon, CA 92019
0.17
$775,300
3
2
1,344
Off Market
410 S 1st St #199, El Cajon, CA 92019
0.15
$140,000
2
2
1,325
Recently Sold

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1998
Living Area
1,338 sqft
Price/Sqft
$507

About this House

GREAT STARTED HOME IN A BEAUTIFUL COMMUNITY. TILE THROUGHOUT THE LOWER LEVEL. LARGE WALK-IN MASTER CLOSET, VAULTED CEILINGS, GAZEBO, PRIVATE YARD...
656 Benton Pl, El Cajon, CA 92020 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,338 sqft multi-family built in 1998. It last sold for $560,000 on May 6, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $678,900, with a rent estimate of $3,365/month.

Home Details for 656 Benton Pl

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1998Year Updated: 1998
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi Family

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 2

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3998 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 6, 2021
Source: N/A
Sold
$560,000
Sep 19, 2017
Source: N/A
Sold
$462,000
Aug 14, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$479,000
Jul 6, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$479,000
Dec 14, 2010
Source: N/A
Sold
$275,000

Market trends in El Cajon

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$794K
$20.42KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$502
$8MoM
Available listings
329
8MoM

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 656 Benton Pl

  • What is 656 Benton Pl estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 656 Benton Pl in El Cajon, CA is $678,900.
  • What is the price history for 656 Benton Pl?
    656 Benton Pl in El Cajon, CA last sold for $560,000 in May 2021.
  • 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 $794K. That is up $20.42K from the prior month.
  • Does 656 Benton Pl have parking?
    Yes, 656 Benton Pl in El Cajon, CA has on-site parking.

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