Welcome to 489 S Lincoln Ave, a beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath condo offering exceptional value in El Cajon. Priced at $414,999, this move-in ready home is an incredible opportunity for first-time buyers, investors, or anyone looking for an affordable property in today’s market. The home features a bright, open living and dining area with recessed lighting and a comfortable layout that flows seamlessly into the kitchen. The kitchen offers generous counter space, updated cabinetry, making it perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs you’ll find spacious bedrooms with updated flooring and plenty of natural light, along with a well-appointed full bathroom. The convenient half bath on the main level is ideal for guests. Step outside to your private patio, a great space for relaxing, hosting friends, or creating your own outdoor retreat. The home shows clean, modern, and move-in ready, making it easy for buyers to picture themselves living here from day one. Located near shopping, dining, parks, and major freeway access, this property offers both comfort and convenience in a desirable El Cajon location. Opportunities like this at this price point don’t last long, schedule your showing before it’s gone. Perfect for first-time buyers or investors looking to secure a well-maintained property before prices continue to rise.
Sold for $428,000
Listed by: Finest City Homes • Silvia Tirado • Contact: 619-942-8606
Bought with: Realty Executives Dillon
$428,000
489 S Lincoln Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
2beds
928sqft
Condominium
Built in 1981
-- sqft lot
$428,900 Zestimate®
$461/sqft
$2,472 Estimated rent
Home value
$428,900
$395,000 - $463,000
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Private patioPlenty of natural lightUpdated flooringGenerous counter spaceRecessed lightingUpdated cabinetrySpacious bedrooms
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Listed by:
Silvia Tirado DRE #02087270 619-942-8606,
Finest City Homes,
Omar Carrero DRE #02151458 619-674-3305,
Finest City Homes
Bought with:
Scott Buckley, DRE #00993897
Realty Executives Dillon
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PTP2601875
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: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Outside, See Remarks
Features
- All Bedrooms Up
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 928 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport
- Carport spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: First Floor
- Pool features: Community, In Ground
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 1.58 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 4882618125
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1981
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks, Pool
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Maintenance Grounds, Trash, Water
- HOA fee: $415 monthly
- HOA name: Lincoln Townhomes
- HOA phone: 619-328-2866
Location
- Region: El Cajon
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $461/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $128,008
- Annual tax amount: $2,053
- Date on market: 3/11/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 7 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/8/2026 | Sold | $428,000+3.1%$461/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #PTP2601875 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2026 | Pending sale | $414,999$447/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #PTP2601875 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $414,999$447/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #PTP2601875 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,053 -2.6% | $128,008 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,107 +5% | $125,499 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,008 +3.2% | $123,039 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,945 +4.9% | $120,627 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,855 +35.7% | $118,263 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,367 +4.4% | $117,051 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,309 -1.2% | $114,756 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,325 +1.4% | $112,507 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,307 +4.3% | $110,302 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,253 +0.6% | $108,140 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,246 +2% | $106,516 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,221 | $104,430 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $103,959 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $101,922 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $99,925 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $99,179 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $99,416 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $97,468 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $95,558 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $93,685 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $91,849 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $90,049 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $88,400 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $86,668 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $84,970 |
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Neighborhood: 92020
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- 2/10Anza Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.7 mi
- NAEmpower AcademyGrades: K-8Distance: 0.4 mi
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