161 Garfield Ave, El Cajon, California 92020, El Cajon, 92020 - 2 bed, 1 bath
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161 Garfield Ave
El Cajon, California 92020
ACTIVE
CONDITION: TEAR DOWN
2Beds
1Baths
819Sq Ft
14,100Lot Size
Property Price
LIST PRICE$599,000
EST. MARKET VALUE
$580,039
3% AboveMARKET VALUE
SUMMARY
This property presents a High-Potential Investment Opportunity with a List Price of $599,000—positioned slightly above the $580,039 Fair Market Value. While the property requires significant capital, its Fair Condition Rating and expansive 14,100 sqft lot offer substantial value-add potential through renovation or ADU development. Located near major transit corridors and top-rated schools like Fletcher Hills Elementary, this asset is well-positioned for long-term growth. This is a strategic acquisition ideal for Fix-and-Flip Investors or Contractors seeking a project with significant land-use upside.
Estimated Market Value
$580,039
Based on Realkey algorithm analyzing recent comparable sales in El Cajon.
Comparable Sales Map
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
Map unavailable.
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 161 Garfield Ave Subject | $599,000* List Price | 2 | 1 | 819 | $708 | - |
A 453 N Westwind Sold | $680,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,056 | $644 | 0.3 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Condition Analysis
See Full ReportOVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Tear down
TeardownExcellent
Property is land value only, full reconstruction required.
Built in 1951 (73+ years old) with no evidence of renovation; listing explicitly targets investors and cash buyers as a fixer-upper, emphasizing land value and location over the small, neglected structure.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- High Available Lot Utilization
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 14100, living area = 819.
- Prime Location
Situated near Fletcher Hills and Grossmont with immediate access to Interstate 8 and Fletcher Parkway, offering exceptional convenience for commuters and shoppers.
- Expansive Lot Size
The generous 14,100 square foot lot provides significant potential for expansion, landscaping, or the addition of an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) to maximize value.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Significant Renovation Required
As a designated fixer-upper, the property likely requires substantial capital investment for repairs and modernization, making it unsuitable for traditional financing or move-in buyers.
- Limited Living Area
With only 819 square feet of living space and a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom configuration, the current footprint is restrictive for larger households or modern living standards without an addition.
About 161 Garfield Ave
Attention investors, contractors and cash buyers. Fixer home in great location! Close to Grossmont everything, Fletcher Hills and freeways, this home offers an opportunity to invest a little and get a lot!! Located on the peaceful but primary thoughfare of Severin & Garfield between frw 8 and Fletcher Parkway. If it's Convenience that matters most to buyers and making daily life easier, this one will sell quick with any remodel!!!
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1951
- Lot Size
- 14,100 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 2
- Total Bathrooms
- 1 (1 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
El Cajon Unified Schools
Fletcher Hills Elementary School
Grades K-6 • 0.3 mi
8/10
Northmont Elementary School
Grades K-6 • 0.4 mi
6/10
Flying Hills Elementary School
Grades K-6 • 1.4 mi
5/10
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 819 | 1,609.157 |
| Lot Size | 14,100 | 9,601.53 |
| Price | $599.0K | $869.6K |
| Price per sq ft | $731 | $528 |
| Built year | 1951 | 1970 |
| HOA | $0 | $191 |
| Days on market | 19 | 40 |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Aug 21, 2026
$599,000
Initial Listing