8978 Platanus Pl, Escondido, CA 92026
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8978 Platanus Pl
Escondido, CA 92026

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,582 sqft

$762,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,619/mo*
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$762,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,619/mo*
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3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,582 sqft

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Description

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!!
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Listed
Less than a day ago

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 History for 8978 Platanus Pl

DatePriceEventSource
04/24/2018$480,000Sold
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03/28/2018$475,000PendingAgent Provided
03/26/2018$475,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/24/2017$474,999ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/07/2017$474,999PriceChange
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09/28/2017$484,999PriceChange
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09/19/2017$489,999PriceChange
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08/29/2017$499,999Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/11/2016$428,000Sold
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02/24/2016$438,900PriceChange
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02/22/2016$439,000PriceChange
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02/19/2016$429,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
02/11/2016$2,150ListingRemovedN/A
01/30/2016$2,150PriceChange
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12/18/2015$2,195PriceChange
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11/03/2015$2,250PriceChange
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10/13/2015$2,300Listed For RentN/A
06/18/2014$449,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
04/30/2014$449,900PriceChange
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12/23/2013$479,000PriceChange
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12/10/2013$499,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/18/2005$499,000Sold
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06/26/2003$357,000Sold
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02/18/1999$192,000Sold
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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$6,630
Assessment$546,151
Home facts updated by county records

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Estimated monthly rent$3,976/mo
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Comparable Sales for 8978 Platanus Pl

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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
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
29708 Gracilior Dr, Escondido, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$829,999
10/10/25
4
2.5
2,213
29719 Platanus Dr, Escondido, CA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$820,000
08/26/25
5
2.5
2,346
29714 Gracilior Dr, Escondido, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$835,000
08/14/25
5
3
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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  • Angela.generas
    "Escondido gets a bad rap, people focus on the bad. It’s full of amazing people, businesses and communities!"
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  • Andysouth93
    "The commute from Escondido to Carlsbad is absolutely horrendous at any time of the day. The 78 is too small of a freeway into San Marcos is just terrible. "
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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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  • Craig Racicot
    "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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  • Tony
    " I work from home so I only leave to go to the store or restaurant and what not. Freeway access is easy and traffic is so so"
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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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  • Macguard45
    "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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  • Carsy7
    "Harmony Grove is fantastic, Escondido has great pockets of safe neighborhoods, not all is safe. There are homeless even in the nicer areas. "
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  • Amber langford
    "Lots of kids in the area nice calm I feel like it’s alot of older crowd mostly in some areas the rest are young n young adults "
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  • Ronda Provencal
    "The Renaissance fair, ophelia winery, the wild animal Park, lots of walking trails you feel like you’re in the country, but cities right around the corner"
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  • Salvirez
    "There are a lot of friendly dogs and owners. There’s a lot of green grass and trees and plenty places to walk your dog"
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  • Allison Jean
    "They’re not a whole lot of open green spaces if you don’t live near Kit Carson or grape day park. And there are some mean dogs around… you have to be careful. "
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  • Judy Gervasio
    "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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  • Craig Racicot
    "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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  • Corrine Lewis
    "I love living here, our neighborhood is beautiful. The only downside is that the schools are not the best. "
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    "Warm weather and warm people. Escondido is beautiful and a wonderful place to live. It is incredibly walkable - remarkably safe "
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    "I love the Historic District, it’s very family oriented and has so many cute historic homes. I take my dog for long walks in this area. It’s very safe and the neighbors are very friendly!"
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    "I love how charming this community and neighborhood is, and all of my neighbors are very friendly! Such a great place to live"
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    "I love the Historic District so much! It has such old beautiful historic homes. It is a safe and enjoyable area for locals to explore and enjoy being right near downtown night life: restaurants, bars and shops."
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    "You can get to know your neighbors. Lots of holiday cheer here. Awesome place to live single or with a family "
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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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    "Old Escondido is charming! There’s an annual Mother’s Day historic house tour and in the summer months, residents can walk to Cruisin’ Grand—a weekly vintage car show in the center of town!"
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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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Efren M.
    "Lived here all my life and love Escondido. Great neighbors and always something to do, grand Avenue is full of places to eat and drink, have a good time and spend time with friends. "
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  • Ian W.
    "I work from home and don’t commute. Getting around Escondido is not too hard, but traffic on surface streets can suck"
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  • Sherry W.
    "I see many dog owners like walking in the neighborhood. I’m a dogs owner too. Love Escondido area very much!"
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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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  • Nastre V.
    "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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  • Cindy H.
    "there are some neighborhoods that are okay but for the most part it isnt a safe place anymore. you there is a dog park by the humane society "
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  • Tstraaen
    "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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  • Adriana A.
    "There’s a pretty diverse selection of people and has an old town feel to it. I’ve lived here for the past 3 years "
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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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8978 Platanus Pl, Escondido, CA 92026 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,582 sqft single-family home built in 2000. This property is not currently available for sale. 8978 Platanus Pl was last sold on Apr 24, 2018 for $480,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 8978 Platanus Pl is $762,000.