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438 E 5th Ave, Escondido, CA 92025

$889,000

Last sold 12/15/2021 for $900K

  • 3

    bed

  • 2

    bath

  • 1,393

    Sqft ($646/Sqft)

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About 438 E 5th Ave

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1908
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 0.32 Acre
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Rental estimate
Property description
This fabulous home built in 1908 located in Old Escondido's Historic District has been totally remodeled with new plumbing, electrical, heating & air conditioning, paint and front yard landscaping. The original hardwood floors throughout, original windows and original built-in cabinets in the dining room show the history of the home. Blend the historic features of the home with two totally remodeled bathrooms, three updated bedrooms, fully upgraded kitchen and fresh paint make this home perfect for today's standards yet showcases the true styles of the past . The large basement can be converted to a huge at home office, man-cave or wine cellar. Situated on a double lot this home has enough space and city approval for a two car garage or and ADU. The fantastic location is 5 blocks from Grand Ave and its historic Cruisin Grand, plus plenty of shops, restaurants and more.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Traci Bass
Listing Office - Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: CRMLS mls logo
MLS#NDP2112746 • last updated 4 years ago
Movoto checked CRMLS for data 4 minutes ago
Overview
Levels/Style One, Craftsman
Type Residential
SubType Single Family Residence
Virtual Tour N/A
Status Closed
Living Area 1393
Lot Size (Acres) 0.3167
Lot Size (SqFt) 13795
Year Built 1908
Condition Repairs Major, Turnkey
Interior
Total # of Bathrooms 2
# Full Baths 2
Total # of Bedrooms 3
Flooring Wood
Appliances 6 Burner Stove
Exterior
Foundation Raised
Construction Shingle Siding, Wood Siding
Roof Asphalt
# Uncovered Spaces 3
# Parking Spaces 3
Lot Description 0-1 Unit/Acre, Front Yard, Landscaped, Lawn, Level With Street, Level, Sprinklers In Front
Amenities / Utilities
Fireplaces None
Sewer/ Septic Public Sewer
Water Source Public
Pool None
Location
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County San Diego
Community Features Street Lights, Suburban
Neighborhood Old Escondido
High School District Escondido Union
Zoning R-1: Single Fam-Res
Directions Take Juniper, East On 5th Home Is On The Left.
APN 2295021000
Lot/ Land Details
Road Frontage City Street
Road Surface Paved
$889K
Range: $808K-$969K
Last 30 days 
Rental est.: $3,513/month
Gross rent multiplier: 21.4
  • Dec 2021
    Public Records
  • Dec 15, 2021 Sold
    $900,000
  • Dec 2021
    mls logo MLS # NDP2112746
  • Dec 15, 2021 Sold
    $900,000 (+0.1%)
  • Nov 27, 2021 Pending
    —
  • Nov 12, 2021 Listed
    $899,000
  • Nov 12, 2021 Listed
    $899,000 (+95.4%)
  • Jun 2020
    mls logo MLS # 200016203
  • Jun 18, 2020 Sold
    $460,000
  • Jun 17, 2020 Sold
    $460,000 (-8.0%)
  • May 17, 2020 Pending
    —
  • May 17, 2020 Pending
    —
  • Apr 6, 2020 Listed
    —
  • Apr 6, 2020 Contingent
    —
  • Apr 1, 2020 Listed
    $500,000
  • Apr 1, 2020 Listed
    $500,000
  • Jun 2020
    Public Records
  • Jun 17, 2020 Sold
    $460,000
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2024
    $10,703 +2.3%
    $936,360
  • 2023
    $10,462 +1.1%
    $936,360 +4.04%
  • 2022
    $10,351 +92.4%
    $900,000
  • 2021
    $5,379 +842.4%
    $900,000 +93.65%
  • 2020
    $571 +2.6%
    $464,765 +766.9%
  • 2019
    $556 +3.1%
    $53,612 +2.0%
  • 2018
    $540 +4.6%
    $52,562 +4.04%
  • 2016
    $516 +1.0%
    $50,522
  • 2015
    $511
    —
  • 438 E 5th Ave
    $900K
  • Central Escondido
    $449K 0% y/y
  • 92025
    $650K -10% y/y
  • Escondido
    $749K -5% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
424 E 5th Ave, Escondido, CA 92025 $823,000 3/1 1,293 0.01
456 E 5th Ave, Escondido, CA 92025 $753,000 2/1 870 0.02
418 E 5th Ave, Escondido, CA 92025 $832,000 2/1 922 0.02
462 E 5th Ave, Escondido, CA 92025 $876,000 4/2 1,002 0.02
433 E 4th Ave, Escondido, CA 92025 $781,000 3/1 1,116 0.03
433 E 5th Ave, Escondido, CA 92025 $750,000 3/1 1,081 0.03
435 S Hickory St, Escondido, CA 92025 $805,000 3/1 1,450 0.04
425 E 5th Ave, Escondido, CA 92025 $976,000 3/1 936 0.04

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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