10010 Shadow Rd La Mesa, CA 91941
Casa de Oro-Mount Helix Neighborhood
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,570
Sq Ft
1.04
Acres
Highlights
- Two Primary Bedrooms
- 1.04 Acre Lot
- Great Room
- Grossmont High School Rated A
- Contemporary Architecture
- Home Office
About This Home
As of August 2020This open, bright, expansive home retains its sleek original flair - overlooking the El Cajon valley from a living room-wide wall of glass. Architect Arthur Decker's showpiece originally commissioned for the editor of the Daily Californian is now publicly available for the first time. It is a rarity these days to find such a pristine example of post-War architecture saved from the clutches of remodelers. Just bring your ideas for furnishing, entertaining, and creating your own store of memories. San Diego-based master architect Arthur Decker's showpiece originally commissioned for Daily Californian editor Cy Casady is now publicly available for the first time since being nestled in its wooded, north-facing Mount Helix location. As one of his favorite works, Mr. Decker purchased this unique home from Mr. Casady and would raise his family and enjoy the rest of his life overlooking the El Cajon valley from the residence's living room-wide wall of glass. This open, bright, expansive example of regional mid-century modernism retains its sleek original flair. As a rarity these days to find such a pristine example of post-War architecture saved from the clutches of remodelers, flippers, and careless owners, this two-owner home is in museum-quality condition -- just bring your ideas for furnishing, entertaining, and creating your own store of memories. The property is an old olive grove established along the old flume. The house sits on the concrete base of the old water tank. Many of the trees are the original olive trees along with native Chaparral and large boulders and rock outcroppings.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Agents of Architecture, Inc. License #01874926 Listed on: 01/19/2013
Last Buyer's Agent
Michael Mcgee
Michael D. McGee License #01318790
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,046
Year Built
- Built in 1961
Lot Details
- 1.04 Acre Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,570 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Formal Entry
- Great Room
- Family Room
- Dining Area
- Home Office
- Storage Room
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Double Master Bedroom
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry closet
- Full Size Washer or Dryer
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Parking
- 3 Parking Spaces
- Carport
- RV Potential
Utilities
- Separate Water Meter
- Septic System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 491-400-25-00
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 10, 2020
Closed on
Jul 28, 2020
Sold by
Spencer Jonathan P
Bought by
Ponce Ryan K and Ponce Astrid P
Seller's Agent
Jeffrey Nix
Redfin Corporation
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Ponce
Compass
List Price
$990,000
Sold Price
$1,010,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
2.02%
Total Days on Market
6
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$804,039
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.86%
Original Mortgage
$808,000
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 19, 2013
Closed on
Feb 21, 2013
Sold by
Gossell Heather
Bought by
Spencer Jonathan P
Seller's Agent
Keith York
Agents of Architecture, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Michael Mcgee
Michael D. McGee
List Price
$725,000
Sold Price
$660,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$65,000
-8.97%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.87%
Original Mortgage
$593,500
Interest Rate
3.36%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 19, 2013
Closed on
Feb 1, 2013
Sold by
Decker Catherine Barbara
Bought by
Spencer Jonathan P
Seller's Agent
Keith York
Agents of Architecture, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Michael Mcgee
Michael D. McGee
List Price
$725,000
Sold Price
$660,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$65,000
-8.97%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$593,500
Interest Rate
3.36%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,010,000 | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Lawyers Title Sd | |
| Grant Deed | $660,000 | Lawyers Title Sd |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $256,090 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Open | $1,000,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $808,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $800,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $580,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $57,500 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $593,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/07/2020 08/07/20 | Sold | $1,010,000 | +2.0% | $393 / Sq Ft |
| 07/11/2020 07/11/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/10/2020 07/10/20 | For Sale | $990,000 | +50.0% | $385 / Sq Ft |
| 02/22/2013 02/22/13 | Sold | $660,000 | -9.0% | $257 / Sq Ft |
| 01/25/2013 01/25/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/19/2013 01/19/13 | For Sale | $725,000 | -- | $282 / Sq Ft |
Source: San Diego MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,046 | $333,600 | $171,702 | $161,898 |
| 2023 | $3,453 | $286,199 | $171,719 | $114,480 |
| 2022 | $3,812 | $315,011 | $189,006 | $126,005 |
| 2021 | $3,620 | $297,197 | $178,318 | $118,879 |
| 2020 | $3,102 | $261,451 | $156,870 | $104,581 |
| 2019 | $3,079 | $257,747 | $154,648 | $103,099 |
| 2018 | $3,099 | $258,597 | $155,158 | $103,439 |
| 2017 | $3,017 | $250,170 | $150,102 | $100,068 |
| 2016 | $2,586 | $219,624 | $131,774 | $87,850 |
| 2015 | $2,612 | $219,629 | $131,777 | $87,852 |
| 2014 | $2,676 | $224,896 | $134,937 | $89,959 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2020
Jeffrey Nix
Redfin Corporation
(619) 962-2471
-
Ryan Ponce
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Ryan Ponce
Compass
(619) 228-6790
4 in this area
120 Total Sales
-
Keith York
Seller's Agent in 2013
Keith York
Agents of Architecture, Inc.
(619) 417-2651
5 in this area
70 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Michael Mcgee
Michael D. McGee
(619) 952-9612
Map
Source: San Diego MLS
MLS Number: 130003394
APN: 491-400-25
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