Excellent investment opportunity in El Cajon! This well-maintained duplex at 855 Franklin Ave features two income-producing units. Unit 1 offers 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, while Unit 2 features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Both units are currently tenant-occupied, providing immediate rental income from day one. Each unit enjoys its own private yard, dedicated parking, separate entrance, and individual laundry, offering the feel and privacy of a single-family home. Ideal for investors looking to expand their portfolio or owner-occupants seeking to offset their mortgage. Conveniently located in the heart of El Cajon with easy access to shopping, dining, and major freeways. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity, properties like this don’t last long!
For sale
Listed by: Coldwell Banker West • Dalia Hirmez • Contact: 619-250-9005
$1,049,000
855-57 Franklin Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
20beds
16baths
1,689sqft
Duplex
Built in 1952
-- sqft lot
$1,027,700 Zestimate®
$621/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 15 days |
- 257 |
- 8 |
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Listed by:
Dalia Hirmez DRE #01399412 daliarealtor@gmail.com,
Coldwell Banker West
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PTP2604605
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: 20
- Bathrooms: 16
Appliances
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet
Features
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,689
- Total interior livable area: 1,689 sqft
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Features
- Entry location: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0 Square Feet
- Features: 2-5 Units/Acre, Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 4875120500
- Zoning: R-3:RESTRICTED MULTIPLE
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Duplex
Condition
- Year built: 1952
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Street Lights
Location
- Region: El Cajon
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $621/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $611,999
- Annual tax amount: $8,757
- Date on market: 6/21/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 15 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Owner Will Carry,VA Loan
- Total actual rent: 3500
Estimated market value
$1,027,700
$976,000 - $1.08M
$2,509/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,049,000+74.8%$621/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #PTP2604605 Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2024 | Sold | $600,000+185.7%$355/sqft |
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| 8/5/2009 | Sold | $210,000+32%$124/sqft |
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| 3/17/2009 | Sold | $159,100+14.9%$94/sqft |
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| 7/20/1998 | Sold | $138,500$82/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,757 +125% | $611,999 +130.3% |
| 2024 | $3,892 -15.9% | $265,740 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,628 +4.7% | $260,530 +2% |
| 2022 | $4,418 -3.7% | $255,423 +2% |
| 2021 | $4,587 +8.8% | $250,416 +1% |
| 2020 | $4,215 +42.8% | $247,850 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,951 -0.1% | $242,991 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,956 +1.3% | $238,228 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,918 +4.1% | $233,558 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,802 -4.1% | $228,980 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,920 +6.8% | $225,542 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,735 | $221,125 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $220,127 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $215,812 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $211,581 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $210,000 -35.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $326,191 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $319,796 +97.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $162,055 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $158,878 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $155,764 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $152,711 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $149,913 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $146,974 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $144,093 |
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Neighborhood: 92020
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Johnson Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 4/10Cajon Valley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 7/10Grossmont High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
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