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231 James, Escondido, CA 92027

$700K3bd · 2ba · 1,496 sqft
Lot 5,700 sqft•Single Family Residence•
Active
•27d on market•MLS# DW-26217938

Property Description

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in Escondido, California, presents an excellent opportunity for first-time homebuyers, investors, and skilled renovators. Located in a quiet neighborhood, the property needs some TLC but offers plenty of potential to become a comfortable and personalized residence. The home features an open layout, a spacious garage, and room around the property for room addition or outdoor improvements, landscaping, or ADU. There may also be potential to expand the living space, subject to city approval and permitting. Bring your vision and creativity to transform this property into your dream home. With the right updates, this hidden gem could offer the opportunity to build equity and create lasting value in a desirable Escondido location. Near Orange Glen Elementary School, Hidden Valley Middle School and Orange Glen High School.

Features & Amenities

East EscondidoFeeBuilt 1974

Property Details

Subdivision
East Escondido
Land Type
Fee
Year Built
1974
Property Type
Residential
Property Subtype
Single Family Residence
Parking Spaces
2
Garage Spaces
2
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
View
City Lights
City
Escondido
Zip Code
92027
County
San Diego
Listed byeXp Realty of Southern California, Inc., Sonia Moncayo De Bankston

Mortgage Calculator

Current Rates

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Monthly Payment
$3,539.57
Principal & Interest
Loan Amount
$559,999
Total Interest
$714,248
Total Payment Over 30 Years
$1,274,247
This calculator provides estimates only. Actual mortgage payments may include taxes, insurance, HOA fees, and PMI. Contact a lender for accurate quotes.

About East Escondido

This property is located in East Escondido, a community in Escondido. Explore more listings in this neighborhood to compare options and pricing.

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Comparative Market Analysis

Affordable Tier · 5 active · 5 closed

231 James, Escondido, CA 92027

East Escondido · Escondido · Single Family Residence

$700K
Affordable Tier
Beds
3
Baths
2
Sqft
1,496
Lot
5,700 sqft
Year
1974
$/Sqft
$468
Pool: No✓
View: city✓
Garage: 2-car✓

Listed in line with the median closed sale of $695,000. Price per sqft ($468) is a 25% discount to closed comps ($626). Closed comps sold at 102% of list — strong seller's market.

Price Position

Aligned with the market — fair pricing for the comps.

At market
Subject listed at $700K· $468/sqft
Total list price
Closed comps
vs closed median $695K
+$5K (+0.7%)
Active comps
vs active median $780K
−$80K (−10.3%)
Price per sqft
Closed compsinsufficient comp data
Active comps
vs active avg $/sqft $578
−$110 (−19.1%)

Active Properties (5)

Active Comparables

AddressCityYearBDBTHSqFtLotSzLP/SqFtLPDIMScore
640 JudsonEscondido1967321,0066,400$775$779,999680
2032 FiestaEscondido1985331,5205,678$477$725,0002274
1448 Esperanza WayEscondido1977321,4748,600$542$799,0004068
1851 Normandy GlenEscondido1986331,4196,278$563$799,00010068
1832 LoretoEscondido1990321,4030$534$749,0004766
Total: 5 · Average3.02.41,364.46,739$578.2$770,399.843
Median1,419$779,999

Closed Properties (5)

Closed Comparables

AddressCityYearDateBDBTHSqFtLotSzLPSPSP/SqFtSP/LPDIMScore
2792 Derringer PlaceEscondido199606/08/2026421,4426,138$798,000$798,000$5531.003784
157 Belfast GlnEscondido198512/03/2025321,1544,593$689,000$695,000$6021.015573
220 James StreetEscondido197412/01/2025321,0565,700$640,000$660,000$6251.036072
218 Hayden DriveEscondido195910/22/2026321,06611,326$699,999$740,000$6941.062272
141 BelfastEscondido198504/14/2026311,0326,098$665,000$679,000$6581.028372
Total: 5 · Average3.21.81,1506,771$714,400$714,400$626.4—51.4
Median1,066$695,000$695,000

Market Analysis

List vs Sale $/SqFt

Sale Price Trend

Days on Market

Sale vs List Price

AI-generated CMA

This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.