For sale

$640,000

1285 Bates Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021

2beds

869sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1955

-- sqft lot

$640,600 Zestimate^®

$736/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Large backyardNew flooringFunctional floor planNewer dual-pane windows

Welcome to this 2-bedroom 1 bath single story home, perfect for first time buyers, downsizers, or anyone seeking comfort and convenience. this home has plenty of space between each home with a large backyard. nestled in a desirable neighborhood, this charming residence features newer dual-pane windows, fresh interior and exterior paint, and new flooring. The functional floor plan offers a warm and inviting living space filled with natural light. Clean feel while maintaining the homes charm. Enjoy easy single-story living with a spacious yard offering endless possibilities for outdoor gardening. Conveniently located near schools, airport, dining, commuter routes. You won't want to miss! Don't miss the opportunity to make this delightful home your own.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Heating

Forced Air Unit

Cooling

Central Forced Air

Appliances

Included: Gas Oven, Gas Stove
Laundry: Gas

Interior area

Total structure area: 869
Total interior livable area: 869 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: None Known
Garage spaces: 1

Features

Levels: 1 Story
Pool features: N/K
Fencing: Full

Details

Parcel number: 3881416500

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick
Roof: Composition

Condition

Year built: 1955

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Sewer Connected
Water: Meter on Property

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: EL CAJON

Location

Region: El Cajon

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $736/sqft
Tax assessed value: $410,885
Annual tax amount: $4,842
Date on market: 6/4/2026
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA

Estimated market value

$640,600

$609,000 - $673,000

$2,562/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/4/2026	Listed for sale	$640,000+121.5%$736/sqft
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11/21/2003	Sold	$289,000+26.8%$333/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
8/5/2003	Sold	$228,000+35.7%$262/sqft
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9/19/2000	Sold	$168,000$193/sqft
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Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,842 +1.2%	$410,885 +2%
2024	$4,785 +3.2%	$402,830 +2%
2023	$4,636 +0.8%	$394,932 +2%
2022	$4,600 +1.3%	$387,189 +2%
2021	$4,541 +1.2%	$379,598 +1%
2020	$4,487 +6.1%	$375,707 +2%
2019	$4,227 -0.3%	$368,341 +2%
2018	$4,240 +1.4%	$361,120 +2%
2017	$4,182 +3.2%	$354,040 +2%
2016	$4,053 +28.6%	$347,099 +28.6%
2015	$3,153 +8.1%	$270,000 +8%
2014	$2,916	$250,000 +6.4%
2013	--	$235,000 +14.1%
2012	--	$206,000
2011	--	$206,000
2010	--	$206,000
2009	--	$206,000 -34.1%
2008	--	$312,821 +2%
2007	--	$306,688 +2%
2006	--	$300,675 +2%
2005	--	$294,780 +2%
2004	--	$289,000 +65.3%
2003	--	$174,787 +2%
2002	--	$171,360 +2%
2001	--	$168,000

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