686 Van Houten Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92020 - Photo 1

1/1

$720,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
1,064 Sq. Ft.

1/1

Property Description

Fully remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bath home located in El Cajon. This move-in ready property features new vinyl flooring throughout and fresh interior and exterior paint, creating a bright and modern feel. The completely updated kitchen includes new cabinetry, countertops, and stainless steel appliances, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Additional upgrades include new windows and a brand-new AC and heating system for year-round comfort and energy efficiency. The functional layout offers comfortable living with plenty of natural light. The spacious lot offers potential to build an ADU, providing opportunities for additional living space or rental income. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, schools, and easy freeway access.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 686 Van Houten Ave

General

Sold For: $720,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRMLS
MLS ID: PTP2601904
Added to Site: 100 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: All Bedrooms Down
Fireplace(s): None

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

Laundry: Inside

Additional Information

Pool Description: None

Location

County: San Diego
Driving Directions: GPS

School Information

School District: Grossmont Union

Community

Community Features: Sidewalks

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: See Remarks

Structural Information

Structure Type: Single Family Residence
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Entry Location: main enterance
Stories/Levels: One
Stories Description: One
Square Feet: 1,064
Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1940

Lot Features

Property View: None
Lot Size (Acres): 0.2
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
Lot Description: Corner Lot

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $667.29

Disclosures and Reports

Special Conditions: Probate Listing

Listed by San Diego Homes Realty, Narmin Odesh
Sold by Keller Williams Realty, Rita Kurkies

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Schools

Schools serving 686 Van Houten Ave

School Districts:Cajon Valley Union Elementary School District, Grossmont Union High School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Chase Avenue Elementary School 195 East Chase Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92020	PK-5	0.7 mi
Emerald Middle School 1221 Emerald Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92020	6-8	0.6 mi
Grossmont High School 1100 Murray Dr., La Mesa, CA 91944	9-12	1.3 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 686 Van Houten Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

4/17/2026

Sold

$720,000

1.41%

MLS

3/12/2026

Listed

$710,000

—

MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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686 Van Houten Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92020 (MLS# PTP2601904) is a Single Family property that was sold at $720,000 on April 17, 2026. Want to learn more about 686 Van Houten Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family 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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