Welcome to this charming El Cajon home offering 1,190 sq. ft. of comfortable living space residing on a very large backyard to build on if needed. The house features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, plus a an additional versatile flex room that can easily be converted back into a a dining room space by removing a wall and door frame. (currently used as the 4th bedroom) this home provides the flexibility to fit your lifestyle. Enjoy a spacious layout, a large backyard with fruit trees & plenty of room for entertaining, gardening, or play, and a desirable and oversized 2-car garage. Nestled in an established neighborhood with a strong sense of community, you'll appreciate being close to schools, parks, shopping, dining, and easy freeway access. A wonderful opportunity to own a home that combines comfort, convenience, and room to grow!
For sale
Listed by: Alta Realty Group CA • Abril Greathouse • Contact: abril@greathouserealtygroup.com
$749,900
228 Joyce St, El Cajon, CA 92020
4beds
1,190sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
5,800 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$630/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 7 days |
- 702 |
- 45 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Abril Greathouse DRE #01450602 abril@greathouserealtygroup.com,
Alta Realty Group CA
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PTP2606364
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- All Bedrooms Down
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,190 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Living Room
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 5,800 Square Feet
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 4931312000
- Zoning: SFR
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Lights, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: El Cajon
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $630/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $398,852
- Date on market: 8/20/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$4,085/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $749,900+177.7%$630/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #PTP2606364 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2002 | Sold | $270,000+100%$227/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/12/1993 | Sold | $135,000$113/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $398,852 +2% |
| 2025 | $5,353 -2.6% | $391,032 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,496 +5.3% | $383,366 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,220 +2% | $375,850 +2% |
| 2022 | $5,119 +1.8% | $368,482 +2% |
| 2021 | $5,031 +4.2% | $361,258 +1% |
| 2020 | $4,826 +15.7% | $357,554 +2% |
| 2019 | $4,173 -12.8% | $350,544 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,783 -2.3% | $343,672 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,896 -6% | $336,934 +2% |
| 2016 | $5,211 +19.4% | $330,328 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,366 +7.3% | $325,368 +5% |
| 2014 | $4,070 | $310,000 +19.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $259,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $259,000 -15.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $305,222 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $302,942 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $303,662 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $297,708 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $291,872 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $286,150 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $280,540 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $275,040 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $270,000 +73.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $155,317 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $152,273 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
Payment breakdown
Explore the cost of this home by adjusting the details. Changes won't be saved.Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92020
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Chase Avenue Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Cajon Valley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 8/10Valhalla High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 mi
- $706,1003 bd2 ba1.1k sqft220 Joyce St, El Cajon, CA 92020Off Market
- $778,9003 bd1 ba1.5k sqft236 Joyce St, El Cajon, CA 92020Off Market
- $673,1003 bd1 ba1.2k sqft206 Joyce St, El Cajon, CA 92020Off Market
- $725,6003 bd1 ba1.7k sqft244 Joyce St, El Cajon, CA 92020Off Market
- $764,9003 bd2 ba1.5k sqft225 E Renette Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020For Sale
- $838,5003 bd2 ba1.6k sqft217 E Renette Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020Off Market
- $848,3003 bd1 ba1.7k sqft233 E Renette Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020Off Market
- $764,7003 bd2 ba1.6k sqft203 E Renette Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020Off Market
A local agent can set up tours, give advice and negotiate with sellers.
Similar homes
- $699,9993 bd2 ba1.3k sqft1362 Joliet St, El Cajon, CA 92019For Sale
MLS ID #PTP2604335, David Olivera, ShoppingSDHouses. CRMLS - $724,9004 bd2 ba1.5k sqft223 Patrick Dr, El Cajon, CA 92019For Sale
MLS ID #PTP2606481, Micah Swarthout Kerrico, Jason Mitchell Real Estate CA. CRMLS - $825,0003 bd3 ba1.2k sqft817 Arboleda Rd, El Cajon, CA 92021For Sale
MLS ID #260016894, Whitney Robinson-Pierce, eXp Realty of California, Inc.. SDMLS - $749,9993 bd2 ba1.3k sqft918 Galopago St, Spring Valley, CA 91977For Sale
MLS ID #PTP2605830, Ignacio Renteria, Cal State Realty Service. CRMLS - $844,9993 bd2 ba1.5k sqft1284 Bates Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021For SaleMLS ID #PTP2605882, Mike Aqrawi, San Diego Homes Realty. CRMLS
- $769,9993 bd1 ba1.1k sqft13256 Lindo Ln, Lakeside, CA 92040For SaleMLS ID #PTP2606008, Jorge Arias Herrera, ShoppingSDHouses. CRMLS
- $849,0005 bd3 ba1.6k sqft826 Ellen Ln, El Cajon, CA 92019For SaleMLS ID #PTP2605891, John Ramos, BuySDHouses. CRMLS
- $399,0002 bd2 ba928 sqft481 S Lincoln Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020For SaleMLS ID #PTP2605602, Amanda Matti, LPT Realty, Inc.. CRMLS
- $735,0003 bd2 ba1.1k sqft755 Peggy Dr, San Diego, CA 92114For SaleMLS ID #NDP2606740, Sandra Sarro, Coldwell Banker Realty. CRMLS
- $820,0003 bd2 ba1.4k sqft220 Sage Rd, El Cajon, CA 92021For SaleMLS ID #PTP2605149, Edward Rivera, eXp Realty of Southern Calif.. CRMLS
- $815,0003 bd3 ba1.3k sqft8523 Calle De Buena Fe, El Cajon, CA 92021For SaleMLS ID #PTP2605627, Carol Snyder, Team One Realty. CRMLS
- $775,0003 bd2 ba1.1k sqft8722 Vanguard Pl, Lakeside, CA 92040For SaleMLS ID #PTP2605595, Zandra Ulloa, Team Z Realty. CRMLS
- $699,0003 bd2 ba1.2k sqft1490 Skyline Dr, Lemon Grove, CA 91945For SaleMLS ID #NDP2607664, Dominic Chanes, S3 Realty. CRMLS
- $659,0002 bd2 ba1.2k sqft225 North Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021For SaleMLS ID #PTP2605246, Garrin Fuller, Serhant California Inc. CRMLS
- $739,0003 bd1 ba956 sqft9462 Doheny Rd, Santee, CA 92071For SaleMLS ID #PTP2606410, Juan Doyer, CA-RES. CRMLS
- $769,9993 bd2 ba1k sqft13323 Appaloosa Dr, Lakeside, CA 92040For SaleMLS ID #PTP2605715, Mike Aon, Realty Executives Dillon. CRMLS
- $769,9003 bd3 ba1.5k sqft618 Felicita Ave, Spring Valley, CA 91977For SaleMLS ID #PTP2605887, Erick Ciprian, Premier Agency R.E. Inc. CRMLS
- $850,0004 bd2 ba1.2k sqft3726 Nassau Dr, San Diego, CA 92115For SaleMLS ID #PTP2605244, Gloria Baker, Parkwood Capital Inc.. CRMLS
- $750,0003 bd2 ba1.3k sqft1122 Elrose Ct, San Diego, CA 92154For SaleMLS ID #NDP2607302, Raszell Carpenter, eXp Realty of Southern CA. CRMLS
- $979,0004 bd2 ba1.6k sqft12172 Gay Rio Dr, Lakeside, CA 92040For SaleMLS ID #PTP2605447, Misti Taylor, Coldwell Banker West. CRMLS
Local buyer's agents are ready to help
