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  • $630,000

    138 W Douglas Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020

    3beds
    1,876sqft
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    $4,231/mo
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    Condominium
    Built in 2003
    -- sqft lot
    $631,800 Zestimate®
    $336/sqft
    $75/mo HOA

    What's special

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    Welcome to this beautifully laid out 3-story townhome-style condo in the sought-after Promenade Square community. Built in 2003 and offering 1,876 sq ft, this home fronts quiet Orange Avenue — not the busier Magnolia Blvd — for a more peaceful living experience in the heart of downtown El Cajon. The thoughtful 3-level design offers true separation of space: a welcoming Living Room at the entry level, an updated Kitchen and Dining area (with new appliances and a convenient half bath) on the second floor, and all 3 bedrooms on the third floor — including a spacious Primary Suite with its own ensuite Primary Bathroom, plus a full hall bath for the additional bedrooms. A 2-car garage completes the package. Location is a standout: under 1 mile to the El Cajon Transit Center, a 91 Walk Score, and zoned for Grossmont Union High School District (rated 7/10). HOA is just $75/month. Great owner-occupant opportunity or investor play. 138 W Douglas Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020 — Promenade Square. Tucked into the heart of downtown El Cajon, this 2003-built, 1,876 sq ft townhome-style condominium offers a rare combination of privacy, walkability, and smart financial upside, all fronting the quieter Orange Avenue side of the Promenade Square community rather than the busier Magnolia Blvd. This home is designed for true separation between living and sleeping areas across three levels. The entry level features a welcoming Living Room, creating a natural buffer between the street and the more private upper floors. The second level is anchored by the Kitchen and Dining area, featuring new appliances and a convenient half bathroom for guests. The third level holds all three bedrooms, including a generous Primary Suite with its own ensuite Primary Bathroom, plus a second full bathroom serving the remaining two bedrooms. In total, the home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and 1 half bathroom, plus an attached 2-car garage. Positioned less than 1 mile from the El Cajon Transit Center, this home carries a 91 Walk Score, placing it firmly in highly walkable territory, with downtown El Cajon's shops, restaurants, and transit options just steps away. The property is zoned for the Grossmont Union High School District, rated 7/10. HOA dues are just $75 per month, keeping monthly costs low compared to many condo communities in the area.. For investor buyers, comparable area rents of $4,300 to $4,500 per month make this an especially compelling cash flow opportunity Whether you're an owner-occupant drawn to the walkable downtown lifestyle or an investor seeking strong cash flow with historically low financing, 138 W Douglas Ave presents a unique opportunity in El Cajon's Promenade Square community. All square footage, HOA fees, financing terms, and room dimensions are approximate and provided for marketing purposes only; buyer to independently verify all information to their own satisfaction.
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    Listed by:

    Natasha N Mora DRE #01948301 Preferred:858-539-6308,

    LPT Realty, Inc,

    Cesar Mora DRE #01948302 858-539-6232,

    LPT Realty, Inc

    Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260017351MLS LogoOriginating MLS: SDMLS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Forced Air Unit
      Cooling
      • Central Forced Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, 6 Burner Stove, Built In Range, Gas Oven, Ice Maker, Gas Range, Built-In, Gas Cooking
      • Laundry: Other/Remarks
      Features
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: FP in Family Room
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,876
      • Total interior livable area: 1,876 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Attached
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: 3 Story
      • Stories: 3
      • Pool features: N/K
      • Fencing: Partial
      Lot
      • Size: 1,306 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 4881522200
      • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
      • Zoning description: R-1:SINGLE
      • Special conditions: NOD Filed/Foreclosure Pnd

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Condo
      • Architectural style: Contemporary,Mediterranean/Spanish
      • Property subtype: Condominium
      Materials
      • Stucco
      • Roof: Tile
      Condition
      • Year built: 2003

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Sewer Connected
      • Water: Meter on Property, Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: EL CAJON
      HOA
      • Services included: Common Area Maintenance
      • HOA fee: $75 monthly
      • HOA name: Promenade Square
      Location
      • Region: El Cajon

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $336/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $542,294
      • Annual tax amount: $7,352
      • Date on market: 7/13/2026
      • Listing terms: Assumable,Cal Vet,Cash,Cash To Existing Loan,FHA,Seller May Carry,Submit,VA

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        Estimated market value

        $631,800

        $600,000 - $663,000

        $3,641/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/16/2026Listed for sale$630,000+25.7%$336/sqft
        Source: SDMLS #260017351 Report a problem
        7/20/2020Sold$501,000+7.7%$267/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        6/30/2020Pending sale$465,000$248/sqft
        Source: Keller Williams Realty #200029106 Report a problem
        6/25/2020Listed for sale$465,000+32.9%$248/sqft
        Source: Keller Williams Realty #200029106 Report a problem
        10/1/2014Sold$350,000-1.4%$187/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        8/3/2014Listed for sale$355,000+40.3%$189/sqft
        Source: R.B. Haley, Inc #140042077 Report a problem
        7/15/2011Sold$253,000-2.7%$135/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        5/29/2011Price change$259,900-7.1%$139/sqft
        Source: Myers Real Estate Group #110003822 Report a problem
        4/28/2011Price change$279,900-3.4%$149/sqft
        Source: Myers Real Estate Group #110003822 Report a problem
        2/25/2011Price change$289,900-3.3%$155/sqft
        Source: Myers Real Estate Group #110003822 Report a problem
        1/20/2011Price change$299,900-22.6%$160/sqft
        Source: Myers Real Estate Group #110003822 Report a problem
        1/18/2011Listed for sale--
        Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem
        1/6/2011Sold$387,512+11%$207/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        12/5/2003Sold$349,000$186/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$7,352 +4.3%$542,294 +2%
        2024$7,046 +2.4%$531,662 +2%
        2023$6,881 +3%$521,238 +2%
        2022$6,680 +1.5%$511,019 +2%
        2021$6,579 +15.1%$501,000 +30.3%
        2020$5,717 +24.8%$384,624 +2%
        2019$4,580 -1.9%$377,083 +2%
        2018$4,667 +1.3%$369,690 +2%
        2017$4,606 +4%$362,442 +2%
        2016$4,427 +0.2%$355,336 +1.5%
        2015$4,418 +33.2%$350,000 +35%
        2014$3,316 $259,230 +0.5%
        2013-- $258,059 +2%
        2012-- $253,000 -6.6%
        2011-- $271,000
        2010-- $271,000 -9.7%
        2009-- $300,000 -20.5%
        2008-- $377,442 +2%
        2007-- $370,042 +2%
        2006-- $362,787 +2%
        2005-- $355,674 +2%
        2004-- $348,700
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 92020

        Getting around

        91 / 100
        Walker's Paradise
        53 / 100
        Good Transit
        58 / 100
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