8978 Platanus Pl, Escondido, CA 92026
OFF MARKET

$754,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,582 sqft

8978 Platanus Pl, Escondido, CA 92026

Est. Refi. Payment $4,666/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 24, 2018 for $480,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$754K
Since last month
Decreased$10K (-1.3%)
Since last year
Increased$12K (+1.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$277K (+57.7%)
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 +72% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$757K
August 2026$756K
July 2026$767K
June 2026$762K
May 2026$757K
April 2026$760K
March 2026$764K
February 2026$759K
January 2026$743K
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
29767 Platanus Dr, Escondido, CA
0.02
Single-Family Home
$820,000
06/04/26
3
2.5
1,582
29807 Platanus Dr, Escondido, CA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$735,000
10/10/25
4
2.5
1,646
29704 Platanus Dr, Escondido, CA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$690,000
05/08/26
3
2
1,377
29747 Circle R Ct, Escondido, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$789,000
03/09/26
3
2.5
1,582
29835 Tricia Ann Ct, Escondido, CA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$769,000
07/24/26
4
2.5
1,829
29818 Hillside View Ct, Escondido, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$770,000
12/12/25
4
2.5
2,033
8899 Tobira Dr, Escondido, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$829,000
04/13/26
3
2
1,794
29813 Platanus Dr, Escondido, CA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$840,000
10/22/25
4
2.5
2,346
29650 Platanus Dr, Escondido, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$355,000
07/31/26
4
3
2,413
29708 Gracilior Dr, Escondido, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$829,999
10/10/25
4
2.5
2,213

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
29767 Platanus Dr, Escondido, CA 92026
0.02
$820,000
3
2.5
1,582
Recently Sold
29807 Platanus Dr, Escondido, CA 92026
0.03
$800,100
4
2.5
1,646
Off Market
29759 Platanus Dr, Escondido, CA 92026
0.02
$881,200
4
2.5
2,346
Off Market
29813 Platanus Dr, Escondido, CA 92026
0.03
$849,100
4
2.5
2,346
Off Market
8944 Platanus Pl, Escondido, CA 92026
0.01
$766,800
3
2
1,794
Off Market
29819 Platanus Dr, Escondido, CA 92026
0.04
$774,400
3
2.5
1,582
Off Market
29816 Platanus Dr, Escondido, CA 92026
0.04
$851,700
4
2.5
2,346
Off Market
8903 Platanus Pl, Escondido, CA 92026
0.04
$876,300
4
4
2,346
Off Market
29719 Platanus Dr, Escondido, CA 92026
0.07
$847,600
5
2.5
2,346
Off Market
29729 Canyon Way Ct, Escondido, CA 92026
0.08
$821,700
4
2.5
2,033
Off Market
29711 Williams Valley Ct, Escondido, CA 92026
0.08
$759,000
4
2.5
2,033
Recently Sold
29732 Canyon Wash Ct, Escondido, CA 92026
0.08
$671,500
2
2
1,220
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
2000
Living Area
1,582 sqft
Price/Sqft
$477
Parking
Garage

About this House

3 bd, 2.5 ba 1582 sq ft gem located in the best kept secret in North Escondido, the gated golf course community Treasures at Castle Creek. This home features fresh exterior paint, kitchen/dining/living room combo with soaring ceilings, whole house fan, upgraded tile floors, tons of cabinets, recessed lighting, newer interior paint, private back yard with pano-mountain views and is located on one of the largest lots in the complex at the intersection of 2 dead end streets, little or no traffic. $'d to sell Master features vaulted ceilings, new bathroom flooring, jetted tub, dual vanities, walk in closet and the private balcony is a great opportunity for quiet reflection after a busy day with the beverage of your choice. Community amenities include pool, spa, tennis court and tot lot. Friendly neighbors and beautiful views all around! Incredible neighborhood, HOA hosts periodic movie nights at the pool, annual Breakfast with Santa, and an Easter Egg hunt! Halloween is quite the event here, residents really go all out!! Looking for a home in a great, quiet neighborhood on the outskirts of the concrete jungle with built in family events? This is the place!!
8978 Platanus Pl, Escondido, CA 92026 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,582 sqft single-family home built in 2000. It last sold for $480,000 on Apr 24, 2018. More recently, it was listed as a rental in October 2015 with an asking price of $2,300 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 11, 2016. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $754,000, with a rent estimate of $3,631/month.

Home Details for 8978 Platanus Pl

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, WoodAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Interior Details
Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room, Family Room, Master Bath
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: TileExterior: Stucco, Wood
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2000
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7501 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 24, 2018
Source: N/A
Sold
$480,000
Mar 28, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$475,000
Mar 26, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$475,000
Oct 24, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$474,999
Oct 7, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$474,999
Price decreased by 2%

Market trends in Escondido

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$847K
$16.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$474
$0MoM
Available listings
403
8MoM

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What Locals Say about Escondido

At least 954 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 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 kids play outside

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 49 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 25 % Say there are community events

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    "Escondido gets a bad rap, people focus on the bad. It’s full of amazing people, businesses and communities!"
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  • Macguard45
    "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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    "We live in a fairly large cul de sac most of us socialize often and keep watch over friends that are out of town "
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  • Craig Racicot
    "We have an annual start of summer block party and winter holiday gatherings. We have supported various neighborhood youngsters in their fundraising efforts, as well as contributed to many food caravans for neighbors in need due medical issues or loss of a spouse. "
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  • Macguard45
    "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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    "It’s rural but not desolate. We feel safe and are also away from the hustle and bustle of the town, so we get to live a country life "
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    "We live close to beautiful Lake Wohlford. It’s a quiet, dead end street. Very peaceful. Lots of oak trees. Great walking area. "
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    "Friendly, diverse and considerate people. Close to freeways, shopping,breweries and restaurants. Great schools and Neighbors look out for each other."
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  • Andrewjaybiel
    "Regardless, of what you hear or read. Literally, Escondido and the rest of North county, is truly family thought out and driven. It’s like every where. You’ll have your little pockets of ares where things happen. But, it’s a family oriented place. "
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    "There is a weekly car showing on the Main Street, grand Ave, every Friday night throughout the summer. It is awesome"
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  • Trulia User
    "no enough dog park or animal friendly places. but they would like it cause almost everyone has a dog"
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    "I’ve lived here over 10 years. Downtown is a wonderful distraction. Old Escondido gives a small town friendliness but minutes from everything else. Mountains, bays and beaches. I love it."
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  • Kevin
    "Such a charming are that makes you feel a pet of a small town but just a hop, skip, and jump away from the city and hustle and bustle."
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    "Community is great for small dogs . Sidewalks are available to walk on or side dirt small hike area big grass area for them to run and play "
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    "Quiet and every one has each other’s back. Very quiet neighborhood and many walk in the neighborhood at evening time. Feel very safe... just as in the neighborhood I grew up in years ago.. "
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  • Joe A.
    "Not bad. The commute up to Temecula is pretty bad between 3 pm and 8pm. Although I am close to the freeway, it can take up to 15 min to get to it."
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  • Abenz44
    "Neighborhood street is very friendly! We live right near a church and everyone is so kind. The whole street comes alive during holiday celebrations! "
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  • Elise N.
    "5 minutes away from work. Back roads only. Very convenient; never any traffic. I like how short the commute is! "
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  • Crisostomoca
    "many fence lines are in disrepair, but many houses are dog friendly. many busy streets through neighborhoods not safe for dogs at all in case they escape "
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Frequently asked questions about 8978 Platanus Pl

  • What is 8978 Platanus Pl estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 8978 Platanus Pl in Escondido, CA is $754,000.
  • What is the price history for 8978 Platanus Pl?
    8978 Platanus Pl in Escondido, CA last sold for $480,000 in April 2018.
  • 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 $847K. That is up $16.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 8978 Platanus Pl have air conditioning?
    Yes, 8978 Platanus Pl in Escondido, CA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 8978 Platanus Pl?
    The lot at 8978 Platanus Pl in Escondido, CA is about 0.17 acres (7,501 sq ft).

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