Does El Centro, CA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 90% of users say there are sidewalks

Is parking easy in El Centro, CA?

As of early 2026, 90% of users say parking is easy

Is El Centro, CA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say it's dog friendly

Is a car needed in El Centro, CA?

As of early 2026, 78% of users say car is needed

Does El Centro, CA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 75% of users say there's holiday spirit

Are yards well-kept in El Centro, CA?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say yards are well-kept

Is El Centro, CA quiet?

As of early 2026, 65% of users say it's quiet

Do kids play outside in El Centro, CA?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say kids play outside

Are the streets well-lit in El Centro, CA?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say streets are well-lit

Would people walk alone at night in El Centro, CA?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say people would walk alone at night

Do residents of El Centro, CA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 55% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are neighbors friendly in El Centro, CA?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is El Centro, CA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is El Centro, CA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 38% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Are there community events in El Centro, CA?

As of early 2026, 31% of users say there are community events

Is there wildlife in El Centro, CA?

As of early 2026, 16% of users say there's wildlife

What is 730 S 8th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 730 S 8th St in El Centro, CA is $569,200 .

What is the price history for 730 S 8th St?

730 S 8th St in El Centro, CA last sold for $540,000 in June 2025.

Is El Centro a buyer's or seller's market?

El Centro is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about El Centro?

Residents describe El Centro, CA as pedestrian-friendly, easy to park in, and dog-friendly. See recently sold homes in El Centro, CA .

Does 730 S 8th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 730 S 8th St in El Centro, CA has air conditioning.

Does 730 S 8th St have parking?

Yes, 730 S 8th St in El Centro, CA has on-site parking.

OFF MARKET

$569,200

Trulia Estimate

8 Beds
5 Baths
4,049 sqft (on 0.35 acres)

730 S 8th St, El Centro, CA 92243

Est. Refi. Payment $3,647/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 26, 2025 for $540,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$569K

Since last month

$3K (-0.5%)

Since last year

$21K (+3.9%)

Since last sale

$28K (+5.2%)

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 +163% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$568K
August 2026	$571K
July 2026	$571K
June 2026	$561K
May 2026	$567K
April 2026	$566K
March 2026	$555K
February 2026	$563K
January 2026	$550K
2025
December 2025	$543K
November 2025	$554K
October 2025	$549K
September 2025	$547K
August 2025	$543K
July 2025	$543K
June 2025	$639K
May 2025	$639K
April 2025	$648K
March 2025	$628K
February 2025	$623K
January 2025	$611K
2024
December 2024	$618K
November 2024	$611K
2021
August 2021	$670K
July 2021	$669K
June 2021	$660K
May 2021	$670K
April 2021	$661K
March 2021	$661K
February 2021	$670K
January 2021	$670K
2020
December 2020	$661K
November 2020	$659K
October 2020	$658K
September 2020	$638K
August 2020	$244K
July 2020	$245K
June 2020	$248K
May 2020	$239K
April 2020	$223K
March 2020	$228K
February 2020	$223K
January 2020	$249K
2019
December 2019	$243K
November 2019	$234K
October 2019	$235K
September 2019	$228K
August 2019	$243K
July 2019	$252K
June 2019	$256K
May 2019	$245K
April 2019	$242K
March 2019	$242K
February 2019	$242K
January 2019	$246K
2018
December 2018	$239K
November 2018	$243K
October 2018	$236K
September 2018	$221K
August 2018	$219K
July 2018	$220K
June 2018	$230K
May 2018	$227K
April 2018	$223K
March 2018	$217K
February 2018	$215K
January 2018	$229K
2017
December 2017	$223K
November 2017	$220K
October 2017	$214K
September 2017	$212K
August 2017	$215K
July 2017	$217K
June 2017	$227K
May 2017	$229K
April 2017	$230K
March 2017	$235K
February 2017	$238K
January 2017	$230K
2016
December 2016	$220K
November 2016	$223K
October 2016	$218K
September 2016	$216K

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
730 W Olive Ave, El Centro, CA	0.36	Multi-Family Home	$1,375,000	05/22/26	10	12	7,149
592 W Heil Ave, El Centro, CA	0.31	Multi-Family Home	$349,000	04/01/26	4	2	1,834
660 W Heil Ave, El Centro, CA	0.21	Multi-Family Home	$335,000	04/09/26	4	2	1,304
470 W Olive Ave, El Centro, CA	0.56	Multi-Family Home	$600,000	12/15/25	10	5	2,400
526 Vine St #A & B, El Centro, CA	0.38	Multi-Family Home	$245,000	08/21/26	4	2	1,800
711 Woodward Ave, El Centro, CA	0.90	Multi-Family Home	$345,000	10/22/25	6	3	2,228
1578 W Orange Ave #1574, El Centro, CA	0.71	Multi-Family Home	$340,000	03/18/26	4	2	1,464

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
863-8 E Hamilton Ave, El Centro, CA 92243	0.07	$353,900	2	2	1,506	Off Market
790 W Hamilton Ave, El Centro, CA 92243	0.04	$402,000	3	2	1,710	For Sale
1027 W Heil Ave, El Centro, CA 92243	0.15	$380,000	3	2	1,179	For Sale
734 W Heil Ave, El Centro, CA 92243	0.13	$329,900	2	1	847	Off Market
1019 Vine St, El Centro, CA 92243	0.16	$335,800	3	1	1,428	Off Market
809 Wensley Ave, El Centro, CA 92243	0.16	$235,000	2	2.5	1,342	Recently Sold
1027 W Holt Ave, El Centro, CA 92243	0.17	$338,000	3	2	1,384	Recently Sold
1033 S 9th St, El Centro, CA 92243	0.18	$237,900	2	2.5	1,342	Off Market
773 Wensley Ave, El Centro, CA 92243	0.17	$332,500	5	3	2,128	Off Market
634 S 7th St, El Centro, CA 92243	0.16	$325,000	3	2	1,065	Recently Sold
1030-5 8th St, El Centro, CA 92243	0.18	$248,300	2	2.5	1,342	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 730 S 8th St.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Multi-Family

Built in 1955

0.35 acre lot

4,049 sqft

$141/sqft

4 Open Spaces

About this House

Please Note Sales Price Breakdown: This property was purchased after the buyer leased it for 2 years, and the rent paid was applied to the sales price. The lease amount paid over the two years, equaled $90,000. The sales price after the 2 year lease was reduced from $630,000 to $540,000, reflecting the credit from the 2 year lease. The total value of the transaction to the Seller was $630,000.00. The Recorded Sales Price was $540,000.00. Well established Child Care / Preschool Business for sale. The sale includes the main house which has been retrofitted to be the primary preschool / day care facility. The duplex behind the main house, has also been retrofitted. This school site has a the capacity for 67 children.

730 S 8th St, El Centro, CA 92243 is a 8 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 4,049 sqft multi-family built in 1955. It last sold for $540,000 on Jun 26, 2025 (11% below the $610,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $569,200, with a rent estimate of $1,547/month.

Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago

Listed by James Garcia, (760) 355-9424

Capital Real Estate, (760) 562-7280

Bought with: Katalina Penland, (760) 554-3032, West Star Real Estate, (760) 554-3032

Source: ICAOR, MLS#20622692IC

Home Details for 730 S 8th St

Interior Features
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Bathroom
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 8Number of Bathrooms: 5
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 4049 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Refrigerator, Central Water HeaterLaundry: NoneRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Air ConditioningHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa Spa: None
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Vinyl Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Vinyl Tile

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: Asbestos ShinglePatio / Porch: CoveredFencing: Chain LinkFoundation: Slab
Parking & Garage Number of Carport Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 4Has a CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 6Parking: Carport,Attached Carport,Driveway
Frontage Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer Sewer: City
Surface & Elevation Elevation Units: Feet

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1955
Property Type / Style Property Type: Residential Income
Building Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New Construction
Property Information Condition: Additions/Alter

Price & Status
Price List Price: $610,000
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Fri May 26 2023Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status
MLS Status: Sold

Location
Direction & Address City: El Centro

Building
Building Area Building Area: 4049 Square Feet

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.35 acres

Listing Info
Special Conditions: Standard

Offer
Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Agency

Mobile R/V
Mobile Home Park Mobile Home Units: Feet

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees
Owner Pays: Grounds Care, Electricity, Gas, Water

Miscellaneous
Mls Number: 20622692ICBack On Market Date: Wed Nov 17 2021Showing Advance Notice: 24

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jun 26, 2025 Source: ICAOR #20622692IC	Sold	$540,000
May 31, 2023 Source: ICAOR #20622692IC	Contingent	$610,000
Oct 20, 2022 Source: ICAOR #20622692IC	PriceChange	$610,000 Price decreased by 3%
Jun 6, 2022 Source: ICAOR #20622692IC	PriceChange	$630,000 Price decreased by 6%
Jul 11, 2021 Source: ICAOR #20622692IC	Listed For Sale	$670,000
May 12, 2021 Source: ICAOR	ListingRemoved
Sep 14, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$670,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2026	Unavailable	$550,800

Additional Cost

Market trends in El Centro

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Around this home

Harding Elementary School
K-6
Public
601 Students
El Centro Elementary School District
4/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
I love Harding School, my kids love going there. What I like the most is their caring people. They are willing to help at all times. They go the extra mile to get to know your children.
Parent Review
14y ago
31 Reviews

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What Locals Say about El Centro

At least 147 Trulia users voted on each feature.

90 % Say there are sidewalks
90 % Say parking is easy
79 % Say it's dog friendly
78 % Say car is needed
75 % Say there's holiday spirit
71 % Say yards are well-kept
65 % Say it's quiet
61 % Say kids play outside
57 % Say streets are well-lit
57 % Say people would walk alone at night
55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
44 % Say neighbors are friendly
40 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
38 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
31 % Say there are community events
16 % Say there's wildlife

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

SSgt Goodson, Donnie
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1y ago
"People don’t always pick up after their dog. I like that every one seems to have well behaved dogs while walking them."
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Elrebeco1977
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2y ago
"Friendly everyone knows each other in the community good place to raise your kids winters are very nice different events each year "
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Elrebeco1977
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5y ago
"This neighborhood is very quiet and calm everybody is friendly I have been living in this neighborhood for about 15 years and it is pretty much the same"
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Alyssa M.
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6y ago
"It's a somewhat older area in terms of residents, but pretty safe nonetheless. A little dark at night because there aren't enough lamp posts, but it's still fine at night for a walk. "
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Eduardo B.
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6y ago
"Every one is friendly, say hi and look out for one another. Police drive by often and makes you feel safe. Been here over 12 years no problems, great school area."
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Jorge A.
Resident
6y ago
"Smaller city typing of living. Nice place to have children growup in, compared to a big city. Driving distance to the river, 1 1/2 to the beach and close enough to drive big bear."
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Abel G. O.
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6y ago
"Some traffic only a few main roads. Lots of transients and crime on some parts. Car got broken into i live NE El Centro "
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Rene R.
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6y ago
"Nice place to live and raise a family. Need more full time jobs due to agricultural season is just half year"
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Janyce B.
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6y ago
"This neighborhood is well known. Very friendly people and well maintained. Has stuff for kids to do.?"
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Mallee
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6y ago
"It’s one of the few old neighborhoods in town with trees. The street is quiet even though it’s near busy streets and areas. "
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Apvizcarram
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7y ago
"I don’t see that because is too hot to been walking around on the streets. Imperial county is one of the hottest places in the world "
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Sandra.squezada
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7y ago
"I feel safe here. Its a great neighborhood to grow up and make friends. We can go out and walk with no problems. "
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Charmaine C.
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7y ago
"my neighborhood is great. near parks and restaurants .schools, and the movie theater theres bus trsnsportstion"
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Rene
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7y ago
"Nice people, good neighborly. Close to San Diego, beaches, theme parks, but away from the crowds. Nice mall with theaters, popcorn (very important). "
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Angelp1953
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7y ago
"Great neighborhood, many people walking dogs and also the park is 3 blocks from our house with kids playground and walk path to run,walk or picnic."
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lily g
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7y ago
"Farmers market on Main Street. Community skate park competition and music festival. Holiday tree lighting. Food cook offs. "
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Daniel C.
Resident
7y ago
"nothing everything is the same basically nothing chages around safe comunity good place to live in "
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Alyssa M.
Resident
7y ago
"Regardless of how safe the neighborhood is generally, it is better to always keep doors locked, both house and car. People from outside the neighborhood like to come and walk around in the middle of the night in the hopes that car doors are unlocked and this is happened a number of times throughout the years. "
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Aletze M.
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8y ago
"Its a small town next to the frontier in which many people talk both english and spanish. Everybody is very friendly and its easy to get around and not get lost. We embrace both our american and mexican roots."
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Sandy214 s.
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8y ago
"I just moved here and like the community and privacy my job is near no traffic compare to LA it has that small town feel "
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30jdtyler
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8y ago
"No crime no gangs just cars speeding down a residences supposedly 25 mph but are doing 40+ mph and children and kids are or will get hit"
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Nrnfarmca
11y ago
"Quiet side of town. Not in City. County services only. "
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Frequently asked questions about 730 S 8th St

What is 730 S 8th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 730 S 8th St in El Centro, CA is $569,200.
What is the price history for 730 S 8th St?
730 S 8th St in El Centro, CA last sold for $540,000 in June 2025.
Is El Centro a buyer's or seller's market?
El Centro is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about El Centro?
Residents describe El Centro, CA as pedestrian-friendly, easy to park in, and dog-friendly. See recently sold homes in El Centro, CA.
Does 730 S 8th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 730 S 8th St in El Centro, CA has air conditioning.
Does 730 S 8th St have parking?
Yes, 730 S 8th St in El Centro, CA has on-site parking.