$1,275,000
SOLD JUN 9, 2025
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,855 Sq Ft
0.55 Acres

Recently Sold

$687 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

32 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Gated Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Level Lot

About This Home

As of June 2025

Stunning Mount Helix Retreat on Over Half an Acre! Welcome to this beautifully remodeled home where modern style meets comfortable living on a rare, flat, half-acre lot—perfect for a potential ADU or guest house. The open-concept layout is flooded with natural light, featuring a spacious living room with a picture window and a large family room ideal for gatherings. The brand-new kitchen boasts sleek contemporary finishes, a central island, and abundant space for cooking and entertaining. The private primary suite offers direct access to the backyard for true indoor-outdoor living. Step outside to your personal oasis: a sparkling pool, koi pond, mature fruit trees, and a covered patio—perfect for relaxing or hosting under the California sun. Located just 20 minutes from downtown San Diego with easy access to major freeways, this move-in-ready gem blends style, space, and convenience in one of La Mesa's most desirable neighborhoods! Stunning Mount Helix Retreat on Over Half an Acre! Welcome to this beautifully remodeled home where modern style meets comfortable living on a rare, flat, half-acre lot—perfect for a potential ADU or guest house. The open-concept layout is flooded with natural light, featuring a spacious living room with a picture window and a large family room ideal for gatherings. The brand-new kitchen boasts sleek contemporary finishes, a central island, and abundant space for cooking and entertaining. The private primary suite offers direct access to the backyard for true indoor-outdoor living. Step outside to your personal oasis: a sparkling pool, koi pond, mature fruit trees, and a covered patio—perfect for relaxing or hosting under the California sun. Located just 20 minutes from downtown San Diego with easy access to major freeways, this move-in-ready gem blends style, space, and convenience in one of La Mesa's most desirable neighborhoods!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melvina Selfani

Century 21 Affiliated License #01311871 Listed on: 04/06/2025

Century 21 Affiliated

Last Buyer's Agent

Natasha Fattaleh

eXp Realty of California, Inc. License #01967323

eXp Realty of California, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,003

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • Gated Home
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco Exterior
  • Stone Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,855 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Additional Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Separate Water Meter

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 501-142-14-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,003

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Detached
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Market Area: East County
  • Cross Street: Challenge
  • Neighborhood: La Mesa
  • Supplement: Stunning Mount Helix Retreat on Over Half an Acre! Welcome to this beautifully remodeled home where modern style meets comfortable living on a rare, flat, half-acre lot—perfect for a potential ADU or guest house. The open-concept layout is flooded with natural light, featuring a spacious living room with a picture window and a large family room ideal for gatherings. The brand-new kitchen boasts sleek contemporary finishes, a central island, and abundant space for cooking and entertaining. The private primary suite offers direct access to the backyard for true indoor-outdoor living. Step outside to your personal oasis: a sparkling pool, koi pond, mature fruit trees, and a covered patio—perfect for relaxing or hosting under the California sun. Located just 20 minutes from downtown San Diego with easy access to major freeways, this move-in-ready gem blends style, space, and convenience in one of La Mesa's most desirable neighborhoods!
  • LP / Sq Ft: 700.27
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 687.33
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 687.33
  • Stories: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1954
  • 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

  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13x10
  • Optional Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Location: Garage
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1855
  • Total Bathrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Stone, Stucco
  • Fencing: Gate
  • Pool: Below Ground
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Non Garage Parking: Driveway
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces Total: 4

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Laundry Utilities: Electric, Gas
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community: LA MESA

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: .5 to 1 AC
  • Topography: Level
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 501-142-14-00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 6, 2025
Closed on
Jun 5, 2025
Sold by
Rms Property Consulting Inc
Bought by
Smith Madison
Seller's Agent
Melvina Selfani
Century 21 Affiliated
Buyer's Agent
Natasha Fattaleh
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
List Price
$1,350,000
Sold Price
$1,275,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$75,000
-5.56%
Views
126

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.21%
Original Mortgage
$1,020,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,020,000
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$254,628

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 5, 2024
Closed on
Oct 2, 2024
Sold by
Davalos Trust and Davalos Carlos Othon
Bought by
Rms Property Consulting Inc
Seller's Agent
Melvina Selfani
Century 21 Affiliated
Buyer's Agent
Melvina Selfani
Century 21 Affiliated
List Price
$999,900
Sold Price
$900,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$99,900
-9.99%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
69.51%
Original Mortgage
$956,000
Interest Rate
6.35%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 7, 2018
Closed on
Jul 11, 2018
Sold by
Kim Nancy S
Bought by
Davalos Carlos Othon and Davalos Bonita
Seller's Agent
Max Folkers
RE/MAX Pacific
Buyer's Agent
Juan Ornelas
Camino Real - Real Estate
List Price
$698,000
Sold Price
$698,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.17%
Original Mortgage
$433,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 2004
Sold by
Burns Seth S
Bought by
Kim Nancy S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$437,000
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 18, 2004
Sold by
Buro David and Stewart James
Bought by
Kim Nancy S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$437,000
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2000
Sold by
David Buro and James Stewart
Bought by
Buro David and Stewart James

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$80,000
Interest Rate
8.12%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 1996
Sold by
Early William F
Bought by
Buro David and Stewart James

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 27, 1989
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,275,000 Lawyers Title
Grant Deed $900,000 Lawyers Title
Grant Deed $698,000 Fidelity National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Southland
Grant Deed $674,000 Southland
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Stewart Title
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed $199,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,020,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $956,000 Construction
Previous Owner $433,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $388,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $407,597 New Conventional
Previous Owner $437,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $75,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $45,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $321,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $300,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $95,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $80,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/09/2025 06/09/25 Sold $1,275,000 -1.8% $687 / Sq Ft
05/09/2025 05/09/25 Pending -- -- --
04/29/2025 04/29/25 Price Changed $1,299,000 -3.8% $700 / Sq Ft
04/06/2025 04/06/25 For Sale $1,350,000 +50.0% $728 / Sq Ft
10/11/2024 10/11/24 Sold $900,000 -10.0% $533 / Sq Ft
10/05/2024 10/05/24 Pending -- -- --
10/05/2024 10/05/24 For Sale $999,900 +43.3% $593 / Sq Ft
07/23/2018 07/23/18 Sold $698,000 0.0% $414 / Sq Ft
06/19/2018 06/19/18 Pending -- -- --
06/07/2018 06/07/18 For Sale $698,000 -- $414 / 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 $9,003 $900,000 $533,571 $366,429
2024 $9,003 $763,360 $452,563 $310,797
2023 $8,747 $748,393 $443,690 $304,703
2022 $8,646 $733,720 $434,991 $298,729
2021 $8,541 $719,334 $426,462 $292,872
2020 $8,237 $711,959 $422,090 $289,869
2019 $8,121 $698,000 $413,814 $284,186
2018 $6,435 $560,000 $332,000 $228,000
2017 $5,945 $515,000 $306,000 $209,000
2016 $5,121 $450,000 $268,000 $182,000
2015 $4,700 $410,000 $245,000 $165,000
2014 $4,697 $410,000 $245,000 $165,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 250023661

San Diego MLS

APN: 501-142-14