8944 Platanus Pl, Escondido, CA 92026
OFF MARKET
Listed by Steve Tauber, Real Broker, (855) 450-0442 . Bought with Century 21 Affiliated

8944 Platanus Pl
Escondido, CA 92026

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,794 sqft

$771,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,694/mo*
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$771,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,694/mo*
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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,794 sqft

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Description

Welcome home to a stunning residence nestled in the coveted gated community of Treasures at Castle Creek in Escondido. This single-story home boasts 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, offering an ideal blend of comfort and style. As you enter, are greeted by the spacious and inviting interior, featuring vaulted ceilings throughout and a large open kitchen with a view of the fireplace in the family room. The home includes a large primary suite, complete with a large walk-in closet, and two additional bedrooms offering flexibility for a home office, guest room, or family space. The individual laundry room adds convenience to your daily routine, and the 2 car attached garage provides secured parking and additional storage space. Beyond the comforts of the home, the HOA offers residents exclusive access to community amenities, including a pool and tennis court. This residence is not just a home; it's a lifestyle in one of Escondido's most desired communities. Don't miss the opportunity to make this your new home sweet home.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from February 13, 2024

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Cooling only
HOA
$120/Monthly
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 8944 Platanus Pl

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Family Room, Laundry, Other
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1794 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: Laundry Room,See Remarks
Heating & Cooling
Has CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirNo Heating
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Family RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: door is on left side of home after pathway
View
Has a ViewView: Neighborhood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Garage Attached
Pool
Pool: Community, Association
Frontage
Not on Waterfront

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2000
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Not Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1722905800

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $749,999
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Jan 20 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Escondido
School Information
High School District: Valley Center - Pauma

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Suburban, Sidewalks, PoolNot Senior Community

HOA

HOA Name: Treasures at Castle CreekHOA Phone: 760-634-4700Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)Has an HOAHOA Fee: $120/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5788 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: PTP2400043Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: stevetauber4@gmail.comActivation Date: Wed Jan 03 2024Back On Market Date: Wed Jan 03 2024Start Showing Date: Wed Jan 03 2024Universal Property Id: US-06073-N-1722905800-R-N

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Other,Pool,Security
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Steve Tauber DRE #01908660
Real Broker
Bought with: Burnz Fernandez DRE #02051290, (619) 203-4671, Century 21 Affiliated
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
Source: CRMLS, MLS#PTP2400043

Price History for 8944 Platanus Pl

DatePriceEventSource
02/13/2024$750,000Sold
CRMLS #PTP2400043
01/22/2024$749,999PendingCRMLS #PTP2400043
01/03/2024$749,999Listed For SaleCRMLS #PTP2400043
08/12/2022$635,000Sold
SDMLS #220018502
07/27/2022$625,000PendingSDMLS #220018502
07/18/2022$625,000Listed For SaleSDMLS #220018502
09/06/2000$229,000Sold
N/A
02/19/1999$211,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Escondido

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$818K
$6.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.8%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$459
$2MoM
Available listings
416
31MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$8,943
Assessment$765,000
Home facts updated by county records

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Estimated monthly rent$3,877/mo
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Comparable Sales for 8944 Platanus Pl

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
29704 Platanus Dr, Escondido, CA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$690,000
05/08/26
3
2
1,377
29767 Platanus Dr, Escondido, CA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$820,000
06/04/26
3
2.5
1,582
8899 Tobira Dr, Escondido, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$829,000
04/13/26
3
2
1,794
29807 Platanus Dr, Escondido, CA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$735,000
10/10/25
4
2.5
1,646
29818 Hillside View Ct, Escondido, CA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$770,000
12/12/25
4
2.5
2,033
29747 Circle R Ct, Escondido, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$789,000
03/09/26
3
2.5
1,582
29813 Platanus Dr, Escondido, CA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$840,000
10/22/25
4
2.5
2,346
29719 Platanus Dr, Escondido, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$820,000
08/26/25
5
2.5
2,346
29708 Gracilior Dr, Escondido, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$829,999
10/10/25
4
2.5
2,213
29610 Gracilior Dr, Escondido, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$819,000
02/18/26
3
2.5
2,413

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What Locals Say about Escondido

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  • 85 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 64 % Say parking is easy

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 56 % Say kids play outside

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 49 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 25 % Say there are community events

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    "There is a large park down the street but there are not always neighborhoods in this area. It’s more country "
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    "My neighborhood is spacious and feels free. There are parks down the street and lots of open space as well as a creek"
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    "no enough dog park or animal friendly places. but they would like it cause almost everyone has a dog"
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8944 Platanus Pl, Escondido, CA 92026 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,794 sqft single-family home built in 2000. This property is not currently available for sale. 8944 Platanus Pl was last sold on Feb 13, 2024 for $750,000 (0% higher than the asking price of $749,999). The current Trulia Estimate for 8944 Platanus Pl is $771,200.