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$479,900

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Condo
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,088 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 10 days ago
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Welcome to 1278 East Madison Avenue, Unit C, a delightful single-story condo located in a gated community in El Cajon, CA. This move-in ready home offers 1,088 square feet of living space, ideal for first-time home buyers. Featuring two spacious bedrooms with ample closet space and two bathrooms, this condo combines comfort with convenience. The newer kitchen is equipped with newer cabinets, and the property was freshly paint, with canned lighting in the living room & kitchen, and double-pane windows throughout. Enjoy central air conditioning and heating, private washer/dryer, and a covered parking space. The large laundry room and community amenities, including a pool and recreation area, add to the appeal. The HOA covers water, trash, sewer, and hot water, simplifying your lifestyle. Don't miss this opportunity to own a charming condo.

Full Property Details for 1278 E Madison Ave #C

General

  • Price: $479,900
  • HOA FEE: $600/month
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Condo
  • Source: SANDICOR
  • MLS ID: 250034916
  • Updated: 1/5/2026
  • Added to Site: 169 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): FP in Living Room
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Range/Stove Hood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Other/Remarks

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: Pool, Recreation Area
  • Shared Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Community/Common

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: None Known

Location

  • Area: EL CAJON (92021)
  • County: San Diego
  • Subdivision: EL CAJON
  • Neighborhood: El Cajon
  • Complex: Barbara Terrace

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: Common Area Maintenance, Exterior Landscaping, Exterior Building Maintenance, Gated Community, Hot Water, Sewer, Trash Removal, Water
  • Units Assoc/Comm: 150
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Forced Air
  • Heating Type: Forced Air Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Other (See Remarks)

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Available

Structural Information

  • Detached/Attached: Detached
  • Construction: Stucco
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Entry Floor Number: 1
  • Stories/Levels: 1
  • Square Feet: 1,088
  • Living Area: 1,088 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Property Condition: Turnkey

Unit Information

  • Units in Building: 5

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 5.02
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 218,665
  • Lot Size: 5.02
  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
  • Fencing (Description): Other (See Remarks)

Financial Considerations

  • Association Fee: $600
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
  • Terms: Cash, Conventional, VA

Disclosures and Reports

  • Prop. Restrictions: CC&R's
  • Disclosures/Rstr.: CC And R's
  • Property ID: 489-310-11-19

Listed by Compass (858) 277-3325, Ramon Maldonado and Compass (858) 277-3325, Johnny Noris

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  • Ramon Maldonado

    Compass

  • Johnny Noris

    Compass

ramon@ramonsells.com

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Schools serving 1278 E Madison Ave #C

School Districts:Cajon Valley Union Elementary School District, Grossmont Union High School District
NameGradesDistance
Naranca Elementary School
1030 Naranca Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92021
PK-50.7 mi
Cajon Valley Middle School
550 East Park Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92020
6-81.1 mi
El Cajon Valley High School
1035 East Madison Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92021
9-120.8 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 1278 E Madison Ave #C Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/06/2025
Listed
$479,900
11.09%
MLS
10/25/2022
Sold
$432,000
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Tax History for 1278 E Madison Ave #C

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,855
-1%
$449,450
4%
2023
$3,912
20%
$432,000
41%
2022
$3,260
-22%
$305,999
2%
2021
$4,170
59%
$300,000
36%
2020
$2,618
1%
$220,812
2%
2019
$2,584
2%
$216,484
2%
2018
$2,541
1%
$212,240
2%
2017
$2,507
1%
$208,079
-1%
2016
$2,478
10%
$210,000
11%
2015
$2,260
6%
$190,000
6%
2014
$2,138
88%
$180,000
86%
2013
$1,135
—
$97,000
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1278 E Madison Ave #C, El Cajon, CA 92021 (MLS# 250034916) is a Condo property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1278 E Madison Ave #C is currently listed for $479,900 and was received on July 31, 2025. Want to learn more about 1278 E Madison Ave #C? Do you have questions about finding other Condo real estate for sale in El Cajon? You can browse all El Cajon real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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