NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4326 Calavo Dr La Mesa, CA 91941

Casa de Oro-Mount Helix Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,175,000 - $1,284,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,070 Sq Ft
$589/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 05, 2021

Last sale price $925,000 $447 Per Sq Ft

Est. 32% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,208/month

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Pool and Spa
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Open Floorplan
  • Solar Power System
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Deck

About This Home

As of March 2021

Single level ranch in the heart of Mt. Helix. Home sits down a private drive on a large lot with serene back yard that overlooks a quiet pond. There is large redwood deck that runs the length of the house w/lots of space for entertaining and outdoor dining. The open concept kitchen features gorgeous countertops, stainless steel appliances & a large eat-in bar. There are hardwood and tile floors throughout. The home has dual-paned windows and sliders with beautiful white plantation shutters. This is a quiet, special home in the wonderful neighborhood of Mt. Helix. There is a large built-in pool and jacuzzi. The home has solar dramatically reducing the monthly energy bills (available upon request). The photos shown here were taken prior to renting the property when the home was occupied by the owner/agent. The home is currently not furnished or staged.

Last Listed By

Teri Christensen

Affiliated Property Group Inc. License #01907622 Listed on: 01/04/2021

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,571

Year Built

  • Built in 1976 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • Property Near a Canyon
  • Split Rail Fence
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Landscaped
  • Gentle Sloping Lot
  • Sprinklers on Timer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Single Garage Door
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • RV Potential

Property Views

  • Pond
  • Woods
  • Mountain
  • Valley

Home Design

  • Turnkey
  • Synthetic Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,070 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Gas Oven
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Water Line To Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Gas And Electric Dryer Hookup

Pool

  • Pool and Spa
  • In Ground Pool
  • In Ground Spa
  • Fence Around Pool
  • Pool Equipment or Cover

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Separate Water Meter
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Solar Power System
  • Deck

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 497-186-24-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,571

Year Built

Built in 1976 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
  • Market Area: East County
  • Cross Street: Queen
  • Neighborhood: Mount Helix
  • Supplement: This is a quiet, special home in the wonderful neighborhood of Mt. Helix. There is a large built-in pool and jacuzzi. The home has solar dramatically reducing the monthly energy bills (available upon request). The photos shown here were taken prior to renting the property when the home was occupied by the owner/agent. The home is currently not furnished or staged.
  • Configuration: Deck
  • LP / Sq Ft: 463.29
  • Miscellaneous: Dog Run
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 446.86
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 446.86
  • Stories: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1976
  • Allow Comments Review: No
  • Internet Address Field: Full Address
  • Internet Syndication Y N: Yes
  • Keyword1: 1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Bathtub, Ceiling Fan, Crown Moldings, Granite Counters, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled Kitchen, Shower, Kitchen Open To Family Rm
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Disposal, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Gas Oven, Gas Stove, Ice Maker, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Line to Refr, Gas Cooking
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Fp In Family Room, Fp In Living Room, Gas
  • Searchable Rooms: Bedroom Entry Level, Dining Area, Dining Room/Separate, Family Room, MBR Entry Level, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Laundry, Master Bathroom, Separate Family Room
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 16x14
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2070
  • Total Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Wood/Stucco
  • Fencing: Partial, Split Rail
  • Patio: Deck
  • Pool: Below Ground, Private, Fenced
  • Roof: Synthetic
  • Spa: Private Below Ground, Private w/Pool
  • View: Mountains/Hills, Valley/Canyon, Pond, Pool, Trees/Woods

Garage/Parking

  • Parking for RV: Potential Space
  • Garage Details: Attached, Garage - Single Door, Garage Door Opener
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Non Garage Parking: Driveway, Driveway - Asphalt, Driveway - Concrete
  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Parking Spaces Total: 6

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air, Electric
  • Laundry Utilities: Electric, Gas & Electric Dryer HU
  • Security: Fire/Smoke Detection Sys
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Water Heater Type: Gas, Hot Water Circulator
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Solar
  • Utilities: Cable Available

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community: MOUNT HELIX

Lot Info

  • Irrigation: Automatic, Sprinklers
  • Lot Size: .25 to .5 AC
  • Site: Landscaped
  • Topography: Canyon/Valley, Slope Gentle
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 497-186-24-00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 4, 2021
Closed on
Feb 3, 2021
Sold by
Christensen Ten F and Ten F Christensen Trust
Bought by
Nelson Jeffrey B and Nelson Victoria G
Seller's Agent
Teri Christensen
Affiliated Property Group Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Jeff Nelson
Jeff Nelson, Broker
List Price
$959,000
Sold Price
$925,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,000
-3.55%
Total Days on Market
21
Current Estimated Value
$1,219,666

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$294,666
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.77%
Original Mortgage
$740,000
Outstanding Balance
$667,864
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$551,802

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 30, 2015
Sold by
Christensen Teri Forsea
Bought by
Christensen Teri F and The Teri F Christensen Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 2, 2013
Sold by
Christensen Teri Forsea and Christensen Teri D
Bought by
Christensen Teri Forsea

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 22, 2011
Sold by
Christensen Teri D
Bought by
Christensen Teri D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$406,169
Interest Rate
4.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 2008
Sold by
Christensen Dan J
Bought by
Christensen Teri D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$191,000
Interest Rate
6.42%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 21, 2001
Sold by
Christensen Dan J and Christensen Teri D
Bought by
Christensen Dan J and Christensen Teri D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$119,400
Interest Rate
7.06%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 26, 1998
Sold by
Robinson Richard L
Bought by
Christensen Dan J and Christensen Teri D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$226,400
Interest Rate
7.17%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 12, 1986

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Nelson Jeffrey B $925,000 Fidelity Natl Ttl San Diego
Christensen Teri F -- None Available
Christensen Teri Forsea -- Fidelity National Title
Christensen Teri D -- Lsi
Christensen Teri D -- Commonwealth Land Title Co
Christensen Dan J -- American Title Co
Christensen Dan J $269,000 United Title Company
-- $212,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Nelson Jeffrey B $740,000
Previous Owner Christensen Teri Forsea $551,000
Previous Owner Christensen Teri Forsea $75,700
Previous Owner Christensen Teri Forsea $562,350
Previous Owner Christensen Teri Forsea $400,000
Previous Owner Christensen Teri D $406,169
Previous Owner Christensen Teri D $191,000
Previous Owner Christensen Teri D $417,000
Previous Owner Christensen Dan J $210,000
Previous Owner Christensen Dan J $225,000
Previous Owner Christensen Dan J $380,000
Previous Owner Christensen Dan J $346,800
Previous Owner Christensen Dan J $85,200
Previous Owner Christensen Dan J $119,400
Previous Owner Christensen Dan J $35,000
Previous Owner Christensen Dan J $45,000
Previous Owner Christensen Dan J $226,400
Closed Christensen Dan J $42,450
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/05/2021 03/05/21 Sold $925,000 -3.5% $447 / Sq Ft
01/26/2021 01/26/21 Pending -- -- --
01/04/2021 01/04/21 For Sale $959,000 -- $463 / 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
2024 $4,571 $383,477 $142,653 $240,824
2023 $4,451 $375,958 $139,856 $236,102
2022 $4,380 $368,587 $137,114 $231,473
2021 $4,746 $396,798 $147,507 $249,291
2020 $4,694 $392,730 $145,995 $246,735
2019 $4,634 $385,031 $143,133 $241,898
2018 $4,557 $377,482 $140,327 $237,155
2017 $4,498 $370,081 $137,576 $232,505
2016 $4,317 $362,826 $134,879 $227,947
2015 $4,294 $357,377 $132,853 $224,524
2014 $4,209 $350,377 $130,251 $220,126
Source: Public Records

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  • Jeff Nelson

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 200055010

San Diego MLS

APN: 497-186-24

California San Diego County La Mesa 91941 Casa de Oro-Mount Helix

4326 Calavo Dr, La Mesa, CA

Homes for Sale in La Mesa, CA

This home is located at 4326 Calavo Dr, La Mesa, CA 91941 since 04 January 2021 and is currently estimated at $1,219,666, approximately $589 per square foot. This property was built in 1976. 4326 Calavo Dr is a home located in San Diego County with nearby schools including Fuerte Elementary School, Hillsdale Middle School, and Monte Vista High School.

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