NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $2,363,000 - $2,492,000

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,786 Sq Ft
$506/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 02, 2025

Last sale price $2,475,000 $517 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,561/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Solar Heated In Ground Pool
  • Panoramic View
  • Deck
  • Grossmont High School Rated A
  • Bluff on Lot
  • Retreat

About This Home

As of May 2025

The historically designated Jach Residence (1962), constructed by Master Builder John N. Mortenson, embodies the tenets and stylistic features of Mid-Century Modern architecture. Situated at the end of a serene cul-de-sac on coveted Russell Road, this exquisite home combines privacy, modern design, and breathtaking views. The meticulously remodeled and maintained home boasts updated bathrooms, kitchen, living spaces and landscaping, while preserving its iconic mid-century features such as the vaulted wood-beamed ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, a stone walled fireplace with sunken conversation pit, a mid-mod bar and a circular driveway with attached porte-cochere. With its architectural pedigree, Mills Act tax savings, saltwater pool, stunning views, and impressive upgrades, this John Mortenson masterpiece captures the essence of Mt. Helix living at its finest. Details like the original walnut kitchen cabinets, gorgeous terrazo tile sourced in Palm Springs, Brazilian walnut flooring and laundry facilities on each level make this standout. Roughly $350,000 has been put into this property in the last few years with upgrades and design choices that have honored its mid-century architecture.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tracey Stotz

Tracey Stotz, Broker License #01976976 Listed on: 03/29/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Fernando Garcia

Redfin Corporation License #01818511

Redfin Corporation

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,538

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 0.88 Acre Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Bluff on Lot
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 3 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • RV Potential

Home Design

  • Modern Architecture
  • Split Level Home
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco Exterior
  • Stone Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 4,786 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Panoramic Views

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Warming Drawer
  • Dishwasher
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Marble
  • Slate Flooring
  • Terrazzo

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Retreat

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Sprinklers on Timer

Pool

  • Solar Heated In Ground Pool
  • Saltwater Pool
  • Pool Equipment or Cover

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Lanai

Schools

  • Grossmont Union High School District

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Heat Pump System
  • Separate Water Meter
  • Water Filtration System
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Septic System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 496-080-52-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,538

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Modern
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Market Area: East County
  • Cross Street: Fuerte
  • Neighborhood: Mt. Helix
  • Supplement: Details like the original walnut kitchen cabinets, gorgeous terrazo tile sourced in Palm Springs, Brazilian walnut flooring and laundry facilities on each level make this standout. Roughly $350,000 has been put into this property in the last few years with upgrades and design choices that have honored its mid-century architecture.
  • LP / Sq Ft: 521.31
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 517.13
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 517.13
  • Stories: Split Level
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Year Built: 1962
  • A D U Yes No: No
  • Allow Comments Review: Yes
  • Internet Address Field: Full Address
  • Internet Syndication Y N: Yes
  • Keyword1: 1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Marble, Terrazzo, Slate
  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration, Electric Oven, Energy Star Appliances, Warmer Oven Drawer, Gas Range
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Fp In Living Room
  • Searchable Rooms: Dining Room/Separate, Master Retreat
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 19x18
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 4786
  • Total Bathrooms: 5

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Stone, Stucco
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Patio: Deck, Lanai
  • Pool: Below Ground, Solar Heat, Saltwater
  • Pool Heat: Solar
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Panoramic

Garage/Parking

  • Parking for RV: Potential Space
  • Garage Details: Attached, Direct Garage Access
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Non Garage Parking: Driveway
  • Garage Spaces: 10
  • Parking Spaces Total: 13

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air, Heat Pump(s), Zoned Area(s)
  • Laundry Utilities: Gas
  • Sewer/Septic: Septic Installed
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Water Heater Type: Gas
  • Heating: Zoned Areas, Forced Air Unit, Heat Pump
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community: MOUNT HELIX

Schools

  • School District URL: http://www.guhsd.net/
  • High School: Grossmont Union High School District

Lot Info

  • Irrigation: Automatic, Drip, Sprinklers
  • Lot Size: .5 to 1 AC
  • Topography: Bluff/Canyon Rim, Level
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 496-080-52-00
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 38332
  • Estimated Number of Acres: 0.88

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 29, 2025
Closed on
Apr 9, 2025
Sold by
Christiansen Steven M and Reich Mark A
Bought by
Miller Jason Sydney and Miller Tess
Seller's Agent
Tracey Stotz
Tracey Stotz, Broker
Buyer's Agent
Fernando Garcia
Redfin Corporation
List Price
$2,495,000
Sold Price
$2,475,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-0.8%
Views
125
Current Estimated Value
$2,419,505

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$55,495
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.84%
Original Mortgage
$2,103,750
Outstanding Balance
$2,098,200
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$321,305

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 24, 2011
Sold by
Jach Mercille
Bought by
Christiansen Steven M and Reich Mark A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$693,750
Interest Rate
4.16%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 22, 2002
Sold by
Jach Mercille
Bought by
Jach Mercille

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 5, 2001
Sold by
Jach Mercille
Bought by
Jach Mercille
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Miller Jason Sydney $2,475,000 Corinthian Title Company
Christiansen Steven M $925,000 First American Title Company
Jach Mercille -- --
Jach Mercille -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Miller Jason Sydney $2,103,750
Previous Owner Christinsen Steven M $918,000
Previous Owner Christiansen Steven M $920,000
Previous Owner Christiansen Steven M $80,000
Previous Owner Christiansen Steven M $870,000
Previous Owner Christiansen Steven M $75,000
Previous Owner Christiansen Steven M $755,000
Previous Owner Christiansen Steven M $693,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/02/2025 05/02/25 Sold $2,475,000 -0.8% $517 / Sq Ft
04/02/2025 04/02/25 Pending -- -- --
03/29/2025 03/29/25 For Sale $2,495,000 -- $521 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2025 $4,538 $411,970 $247,182 $164,788
2024 $4,538 $381,560 $228,936 $152,624
2023 $5,078 $429,298 $257,578 $171,720
2022 $5,560 $445,796 $267,477 $178,319
2021 $5,328 $445,796 $267,477 $178,319
2020 $4,993 $418,323 $250,993 $167,330
2019 $12,598 $1,041,527 $279,501 $762,026
2018 $12,392 $1,021,106 $274,021 $747,085
2017 $12,233 $1,001,086 $268,649 $732,437
2016 $11,744 $981,458 $263,382 $718,076
2015 $11,683 $966,716 $259,426 $707,290
2014 $11,452 $947,781 $254,345 $693,436
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 250022568

San Diego MLS

APN: 496-080-52