Max Folkers
RE/MAX Pacific
(619) 304-1962
117 Total Sales
3 in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix
$1.2M - $1.3M Price Range
4578 Shade Rd La Mesa, CA 91941
Casa de Oro-Mount Helix AreaEstimated Value: $1,220,823
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,320
Sq Ft
$526/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Art Studio
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Solar Power System
- Retreat
- Great Room
About This Home
As of December 2025SIGNIFICANT FINAL PRICE REDUCTION -- Stunning home RARELY AVAILABLE with luxury, private, attached guest house! Welcome to this peaceful and private retreat tucked away at the end of a cul-de-sac in the highly sought-after Mt. Helix area within the prestigious Helix Knolls Estates. Surrounded by lush, mature landscaping, this exceptional property offers the perfect blend of elegance, comfort, and versatility. Step inside to soaring vaulted ceilings and rich wood flooring that create a warm, inviting atmosphere, truly an entertainer's dream. The heart of the home is a chef’s kitchen featuring premium Bosch appliances, custom cabinetry, and a generous workspace, designed to inspire culinary creativity. A standout feature of this property is the attached luxury guest house, thoughtfully designed with a kitchen, private bathroom, and separate entrance. This high-end unit also includes its own designated parking and private outdoor space, offering ideal privacy and independence for extended family, guests, or renters. Whether used for multi-generational living, a private guest house, or instant rental income, this thoughtfully planned space adds incredible value to the home. Whether you're sipping your morning coffee on the patio or enjoying a quiet evening by the fire, this home offers the ultimate Southern California indoor-outdoor lifestyle. This is a rare opportunity to own a versatile, upscale property in one of La Mesa’s most desirable neighborhoods.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Hunter & Maddox Intl. Inc. License #02076040 Listed on: 10/09/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1961
Lot Details
- 25,265 Sq Ft Lot
- Wrought Iron Fence
- Partially Fenced Property
- Private Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Front Facing Garage
- Two Garage Doors
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Composition Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,320 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Entrance Foyer
- Great Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Dining Area
- Home Office
- Art Studio
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Bosch Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Retreat
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power System
Additional Homes
- Number of ADU Units: 1
- Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- Mount Helix Subdivision
Ownership History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 9, 2025
Closed on
Dec 9, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
GG Karavas
Hunter & Maddox Intl. Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Candace Poucher
RE/MAX Connections
List Price
$1,387,000
Sold Price
$1,199,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$188,000
-13.55%
Views
242
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
$21,823
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.95%
Original Mortgage
$899,000
Outstanding Balance
$892,745
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$328,078
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 20, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$749,000
Interest Rate
2.98%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 23, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$687,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 4, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 3, 2019
Closed on
May 21, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Bryan Devore
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Buyer's Agent
Charles Tiano
C EDWARD & CO.
List Price
$938,000
Sold Price
$760,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$178,000
-18.98%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.90%
Original Mortgage
$684,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 15, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$380,000
Interest Rate
3.49%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 21, 2010
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$369,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 23, 2009
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$375,000
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 23, 2008
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 16, 2008
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$385,000
Interest Rate
6.17%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in La Mesa, CA
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Max Folkers
-
Kelvin Jensen
Kelvin Jensen
Real Broker
(858) 609-8340
47 Total Sales
3 in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix
$1.3M - $1.9M Price Range
-
Tim Diamond
Tim Diamond
Compass
(858) 201-5223
106 Total Sales
3 in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix
$1.1M - $1.2M Price Range
-
Sal DeMaria
Sal DeMaria
Coldwell Banker Realty
(858) 221-9413
42 Total Sales
1 in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix
$1,250,000 Price
-
Gina Barnes
Gina Barnes
Compass
(619) 313-5397
113 Total Sales
2 in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix
$1.2M - $1.3M Price Range
-
Jill Vodicka
Jill Vodicka
RE/MAX Connections
(619) 349-9192
85 Total Sales
2 in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix
$1,170,000 Price Range
Purchase History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,199,000 | First American Title Company | ||
| -- | Fidelity National Title Co | ||
| -- | Lawyers Title | ||
| -- | Fidelity National Title | ||
| -- | Fidelity Natl Ttl San Diego | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| $760,000 | Stewart Title Of Ca Inc | ||
| -- | North American Title Company | ||
| -- | North American Title Company | ||
| -- | Lsi | ||
| -- | Accommodation | ||
| -- | Fidelity National Title | ||
| -- | Accommodation | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| $735,000 | Stewart Title Sd |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $899,000 | ||
| Closed | $749,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $687,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $684,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $380,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $369,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $375,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $385,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $100,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/17/2025 12/17/25 | Sold | $1,199,000 | 0.0% | $517 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/20/2025 11/20/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/12/2025 11/12/25 | Price Changed | $1,199,000 | -7.7% | $517 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/30/2025 10/30/25 | Price Changed | $1,299,000 | -6.3% | $560 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/09/2025 10/09/25 | For Sale | $1,387,000 | +82.5% | $598 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/28/2019 06/28/19 | Sold | $760,000 | -19.0% | $328 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/31/2019 05/31/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/03/2019 04/03/19 | For Sale | $938,000 | -- | $404 / Sq Ft |
Source: San Diego MLS
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $8,055 | $1,199,000 | $652,256 | $546,744 |
| 2025 | $8,013 | $627,763 | $341,503 | $286,260 |
| 2024 | $8,013 | $615,455 | $334,807 | $280,648 |
| 2023 | $7,789 | $603,389 | $328,243 | $275,146 |
| 2022 | $7,646 | $591,558 | $321,807 | $269,751 |
| 2021 | $7,548 | $579,960 | $315,498 | $264,462 |
| 2020 | $7,429 | $574,014 | $312,263 | $261,751 |
| 2019 | $8,910 | $700,000 | $381,000 | $319,000 |
| 2018 | $8,645 | $680,000 | $371,000 | $309,000 |
| 2017 | $8,412 | $660,000 | $361,000 | $299,000 |
| 2016 | $7,855 | $630,000 | $345,000 | $285,000 |
| 2015 | $7,445 | $590,000 | $324,000 | $266,000 |
| 2014 | $7,104 | $562,000 | $309,000 | $253,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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GG Karavas
Seller's Agent in 2025
GG Karavas
Hunter & Maddox Intl. Inc.
(619) 925-1485
26 Total Sales
-
Candace Poucher
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Candace Poucher
RE/MAX
(858) 688-3562
16 Total Sales
-
Bryan Devore
Seller's Agent in 2019
Bryan Devore
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
(760) 908-3838
188 Total Sales
-
Charles Tiano
C
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Charles Tiano
C EDWARD & CO.
(619) 840-3791
22 Total Sales
Map
Source: San Diego MLS
MLS Number: 250041182
APN: 496-313-17
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