$520,000
$30K PRICE DROP

1278 E Madison Ave Unit D El Cajon, CA 92021

Estimated payment $4,042/month

Total Views 6,305
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,280 Sq Ft
$406 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Clubhouse
  • Living Room
  • Gated Community
  • Covered patio or porch
  • 5-minute walk to Wells Park

About This Home

Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo located in a prime El Cajon location, just south of I-8. Close to schools, shopping, and freeway access, this home offers both comfort and convenience. The main bathroom features dual sinks for added functionality, while the primary bedroom opens to a spacious, covered patio—perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or relaxing in the evening. Private storage is located below the unit in covered parking, including washer & dryer. Don’t miss the opportunity to own this inviting and well-situated home! VA approved complex, let's make this your new home.

Listing Agent

Karen Lopez

ROA California Inc Brokerage Email: sd.realtorkarenlpz@gmail.com License #02245068 Listed on: 05/15/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Vanessa Ocegueda-Munoz

ROA California Inc Brokerage Email: sd.realtorkarenlpz@gmail.com License #02149981

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,740

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

HOA Fees

  • $600 Monthly HOA Fees

Interior Spaces

  • 1,280 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Gas Range
  • <<microwave>>
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Carport

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • 1 Carport Space
  • Parking Available
  • Assigned Parking

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Exterior Lighting

Additional Features

  • No Common Walls
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Tract Number 5556
  • Assessor Parcel Number 4893101120

Community Details

Overview

  • 84 Units
  • Barbara Terrace Association, Phone Number (619) 589-6222
  • Barbara Terrace

Amenities

  • Clubhouse
  • Recreation Room

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Security

  • Gated Community

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,740

Year Built

Built in 1965

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$600 per month

Listing Details

  • Assessments: Yes
  • Park Name: Barbara Terrace
  • Property Attached: No
  • Security: Gated Community
  • View: No
  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 4893101120
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1280.00
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry Location: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 406.25
  • Room Type: Living Room

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Fence: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch
  • Pool Features: Community, In Ground
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Assigned, Carport, Covered
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: No
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooking, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Carport, Individual Room
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Call for Rules, Clubhouse, Pool, Recreation Room, Trash
  • Association Fee: 600.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Barbara Terrace
  • Phone: 6195896222
  • Senior Community: No
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Community Features: Street Lights

Schools

  • School District: Grossmont Union

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units In Community: 84

Tax Info

  • Tax Tract Number: 005556

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $6,740 $504,592 $235,477 $269,115
2023 $6,585 $494,699 $230,860 $263,839
2022 $3,864 $284,048 $132,556 $151,492
2021 $3,826 $278,479 $129,957 $148,522
2020 $3,279 $275,625 $128,625 $147,000
2019 $3,237 $270,221 $126,103 $144,118
2018 $3,183 $264,924 $123,631 $141,293
2017 $3,141 $259,730 $121,207 $138,523
2016 $2,718 $230,000 $106,000 $124,000
2015 $2,502 $210,000 $97,000 $113,000
2014 $2,442 $205,000 $95,000 $110,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/11/2025 07/11/25 Price Changed $520,000 -3.7% $406 / Sq Ft
06/10/2025 06/10/25 Price Changed $539,999 -1.8% $422 / Sq Ft
05/15/2025 05/15/25 For Sale $549,999 +13.4% $430 / Sq Ft
02/09/2022 02/09/22 Sold $485,000 +4.3% $379 / Sq Ft
01/19/2022 01/19/22 Pending -- -- --
01/13/2022 01/13/22 Price Changed $465,000 0.0% $363 / Sq Ft
01/13/2022 01/13/22 For Sale $465,000 +3.8% $363 / Sq Ft
12/23/2021 12/23/21 Pending -- -- --
12/22/2021 12/22/21 For Sale $448,000 0.0% $350 / Sq Ft
12/21/2021 12/21/21 Pending -- -- --
12/15/2021 12/15/21 For Sale $448,000 0.0% $350 / Sq Ft
12/13/2021 12/13/21 Pending -- -- --
12/09/2021 12/09/21 For Sale $448,000 0.0% $350 / Sq Ft
12/06/2021 12/06/21 Pending -- -- --
11/28/2021 11/28/21 Price Changed $448,000 0.0% $350 / Sq Ft
11/28/2021 11/28/21 For Sale $448,000 -- $350 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $485,000 Fidelity National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Grant Deed $225,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Trustee Deed $197,053 Lsi Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $330,000 North American Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Ins Co
Grant Deed $125,000 First American Title Ins Co
Deed $93,000 --
Deed $78,500 --
Deed $69,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $496,155 VA
Previous Owner $178,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $185,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $202,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $264,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $30,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $117,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $112,200 Unknown
Previous Owner $108,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $66,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: PTP2503550

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 489-310-11-20