8251 Prospect Ave, Santee, CA 92071
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8251 Prospect Ave
Santee, CA 92071

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,900 sqft

$1,005,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 18, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,113/mo*
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$1,005,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 18, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,113/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,900 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.01M
Since last month
Increased$700 (+0.1%)
Since last year
Increased$37K (+3.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$580K (+136.5%)
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 +86% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.01M
July 2026$1M
June 2026$1.02M
May 2026$1.01M
April 2026$1.02M
March 2026$1.02M
February 2026$997K
January 2026$963K
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
8509 Val Vista Dr, Santee, CA
0.02
Single-Family Home
$800,000
05/20/26
3
2
1,260
8524 Big Rock Rd, Santee, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$792,300
12/22/25
3
2
1,507
8482 Mesa Heights Rd, Santee, CA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$1,170,000
04/23/26
4
2.5
2,331
8080 Poplin Dr, Santee, CA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$750,000
09/22/25
3
2
1,067
8028 Shantung Dr, Santee, CA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$915,000
08/03/26
3
2
1,744
8534 Sandstone Dr, Santee, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$875,000
02/13/26
4
2
1,272
8001 Linen Dr, Santee, CA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$825,000
03/24/26
3
2
1,070
8556 Matterhorn Dr, Santee, CA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$780,000
02/18/26
4
2
1,144
8048 Smokewood Dr, Santee, CA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$680,000
03/03/26
2
2
1,118
7953 Rancho Fanita Dr, Santee, CA
0.53
Single-Family Home
$235,000
10/24/25
3
2
1,269

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
8509 Val Vista Dr, Santee, CA 92071
0.02
$800,000
3
2
1,260
Recently Sold
8482 Mesa Heights Rd, Santee, CA 92071
0.05
$1,170,000
4
2.5
2,331
Recently Sold
8480 Mesa Heights Rd, Santee, CA 92071
0.06
$1,142,700
5
3
2,470
Off Market
8438 Mesa Ridge Rd, Santee, CA 92071
0.08
$1,256,000
4
2.5
2,331
Off Market
8452 Mesa Terrace Rd, Santee, CA 92071
0.12
$1,277,800
5
3
2,546
Off Market
8701 Mesa Rd #116, Santee, CA 92071
0.16
$249,900
3
2
-
Recently Sold
8701 Mesa Rd #73, Santee, CA 92071
0.17
$276,300
2
2
1,440
Off Market
8701 Mesa Rd #151, Santee, CA 92071
0.17
$279,000
2
2
1,760
Off Market
8701 Mesa Rd #48, Santee, CA 92071
0.17
$311,700
3
2
1,325
Off Market
8701 Mesa Rd #13, Santee, CA 92071
0.17
$265,000
2
2
1,440
Off Market
8701 Mesa Rd #66, Santee, CA 92071
0.17
$234,100
2
2
1,440
Off Market
8701 Mesa Rd #77, Santee, CA 92071
0.17
$330,000
3
2
1,248
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Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 8251 Prospect Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Living Area
1,900 sqft
Price/Sqft
$529
Parking
Attached Garage

About this House

Spacious 3-Bedroom Home for Rent Pet-Friendly, Private Yard, Pool & More!

Live in comfort in this beautiful, 2-story home with 3 spacious upstairs bedrooms and exclusive access to the main living areas. This is a rare opportunity to enjoy an almost fully private home perfect for families, working professionals, or roommates.

 Property Features:

3 upstairs bedrooms (homeowner resides privately in downstairs bedroom, sealed off from main house)

2 full bathrooms

Bright, open living room

Fully equipped kitchen and dining area

2-car garage with additional separate storage area, Large driveway, (can accomodate 4 vehicles), parking (shared)

Central heat and air

 Outdoor Amenities:

Huge, fully fenced backyard perfect for children and pets!

Private pool for tenant use only, Above ground Hot tub

Koi pond with waterfall a peaceful backyard retreat

Turf lawn easy maintenance and pet-friendly

Yard divided for privacy (owner has a small, separate yard section)

 Utilities:

Owner pays electric

Tenants responsible for water and trash

 About the Owner:
Quiet, respectful, retired single woman living privately in the downstairs suite (completely sealed off from tenant areas). Minimal interaction expected your space is your own!
Walking distance to Big Rock park, Cowle's Mountain trail head and Chet F Harrit elementary school.

Rent: $3,500/month
Lease Term: Minimum 1 year
Deposit: First month's rent due as deposit
Available: June 1, 2025
8251 Prospect Ave, Santee, CA 92071 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,900 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $425,000 on Oct 15, 2010 (12,043% above the $3,500 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2025 with an asking price of $3,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on May 12, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,005,500, with a rent estimate of $5,281/month.

Home Details for 8251 Prospect Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Central AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Tile

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Attached, On Site

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 12, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$3,500
May 4, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$3,500
Jul 9, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Jun 9, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$4,500
Sep 3, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved

Market trends in Santee

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$774K
$30.92KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.2%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$522
$1MoM
Available listings
123
19MoM
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What Locals Say about Santee

At least 316 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 85 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 74 % Say parking is easy

  • 73 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 71 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 67 % Say it's quiet

  • 66 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 62 % Say there's wildlife

  • 58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 56 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 37 % Say there are community events

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  • Safa Haji
    "Very safe and calm"
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  • Thornton
    "Great location for kids and schools. Very safe community. You can’t go wrong in Santee, CA. We’ve been here since 1999 and love it. All sports area for both boys and girls. "
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  • Teri San Pascual
    "Depending on which area you live in, it’s definitely a good mix of diversity. Great food choices throughout the town. Overall, Santee is a safe place. "
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  • Jacob Turner
    "Great place to live, there's plenty of park space and local cafes or restaurants with plenty of nearby amenities"
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  • Billomed
    "None. Really not a great community recreation organized city. Lacks basic community programming. I find ur ti be limiting. No sheriffs ever around. Not sure what more to say. "
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  • Thornton
    "The people are great and it’s a very safe community with lots of local flare. The restaurants cater to the locals, and welcome all new guests."
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  • Dana dejesa
    "Dogs are allowed. Certain breeds are restricted. Most people pick up their dog poop. They must be on leashes."
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  • Candy.feathers
    "Good schools, shopping and neighborhoods. People are invested in the community. Santee lakes is very nice. Lots of clean and safe parks "
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  • Joelene E.
    "Very nice neighborhood to live in. Feel safe walking around . Less than 5 minute walk to grocery stores and less than or about 15 minute walk to target and many other stores . Love it!!"
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  • Joelene E.
    "There's a nice dog park near where I live in santee. They remodeled the park. It's great. Trails to walk around."
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  • Jacosta2275
    "Halloween fire pits in the front yard every year. Forth of July is always great. You can see them from your front yard. Santee lakes are amazing and a great place to fish."
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  • Kathyrn P.
    "Great neighborhood to walk. I personally do it everyday and I see lots of dog owners out and about with their furry friend(s)."
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  • Joelene E.
    "Seems people are walking their dogs often. I don't mind them 🤷🏽‍♀️. I don't have any dogs but they seem welcome. They even have a dog park near by thats divided in 3 sections . in"
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  • Chris M.
    "Rush hour can be difficult, particularly at the ends of the week. Most commuting is done via personal vehicle"
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  • Fowki
    "I’m currently retired so I don’t have a commute. But traffic around town is heavy, but tolerable. The 52 is challenging during peak hours, so it takes some planning."
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  • Heather C.
    "I grew up here and worked hard to move back as an adult. I love everything about santee and probably won’t ever leave. "
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  • Sthornton.ciaadj
    "Great family oriented city. We have been here for 20 years, and watched our children grow up. Santee has gone from a small town into a progressive city."
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  • Fowki
    "They would like the friendly other dog walkers and well-mannered dogs. They would enjoy the tidy neighborhood."
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  • Srfryder3
    "Monthly events bring friends and family together. ie summer concerts, holiday tree lighting, aloha 5k..."
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  • Srfryder3
    "I’ve lived here for over 6 years. It’s community based, good schools, safe area, nice homes new and old. "
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  • Matt
    "Very little crime in this neighborhood. Likely the most safe in San Diego County. The worst thing in the area is petty crime from stealing in grocery stores."
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  • AJ D.
    "Dog owners would like Santee because there are many dog owners and many businesses are dog friendly. "
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  • Terisanpascual
    "There are a lot of events and things to do nearby. Breweries are great. Drive In Theater is unique, it is one out of two in San Diego County. There’s also a big popular Swap Meat in Santee on weekends."
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  • Jessica
    "the city is growing rapidly can be a bit busy but over all it's a nice place to live. easy freeway access but does tend to get alot of traffic in the morning and rush hour. new houses and communities being built all the time"
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  • Destiny R.
    "I drive my car and nothing is too far. You can get to anything from here. plus a variety of food places "
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  • Mamajulie
    "Santee is a nice bedroom community with many families with activities and parks galore. Great schools both K through 8 and high schools. We have wonderful shopping opportunities and lot of places to eat out. "
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  • Mamajulie
    "We have dog pick up bags around the neighborhood! Most everyone picks up after there dog here. The neighborhood is hilly and makes for a great walk for dogs. We have not seen aggressive breeds. Most owners are friendly as well!"
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  • Tahir10ali
    "Takes about 20 min to get downtown without traffic. With traffic, up to 45 min. 52 heading west gets backed up in the mornings."
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  • Isabella L.
    "Amazing place to grow up great community schools are Great .Lakes always have events going on. Good food options great church community as well"
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  • Alexander Y.
    "I like how my area has a lot of shops and amenities near by but there are a few things that are missing that I would like. Other than that there are a few homeless people in the area and some unpleasant people around. A lot of drivers are aggressive and not courteous, and I wish there were better sidewalks for people to walk safely on."
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  • Wdmfacebook
    "I work from home so it is a perfect commute! I think most people I know here are okay with their commute."
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  • Joejtsn
    "They have different events based on different occasions. A very welcoming area that feels safe with great schools all around. Concert every Thursday night."
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  • Lou R.
    " people seam to be very friendly and carrying in our neighborhood! It's a great and wonderful place to live! "
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  • Lou R.
    "I love in this neighborhood and the people are very friendly and carrying! A great area to live!🇺🇸💖✌😀 "
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  • Shyann D.
    "There's a few dog parks. People at the dog parks are really friendly. "
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  • Tera L.
    "it very peace full not alot of noise after dark and the people that live here are always great and welcoming to.new people "
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  • Tudarapoetry
    "Very quiet and safe neighborhood. Gorgeous views at night and in the day. There's a dog park right down the street."
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  • Joshua C. C.
    "Older developed part of Santee. Great neighbors, kind and great place to have a family. Larger yards and mature landscaping."
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Frequently asked questions about 8251 Prospect Ave

  • What is 8251 Prospect Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 8251 Prospect Ave in Santee, CA is $1,005,500.
  • What is the price history for 8251 Prospect Ave?
    8251 Prospect Ave in Santee, CA last sold for $425,000 in October 2010.
  • Is Santee a buyer's or seller's market?
    Santee is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Santee?
    The median sale price in Santee is $774K. That is up $30.92K from the prior month.
  • Does 8251 Prospect Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 8251 Prospect Ave in Santee, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 8251 Prospect Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 8251 Prospect Ave in Santee, CA has in-unit laundry.