$1,649,888
SOLD JUL 28, 2025
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,144 Sq Ft
0.51 Acres

Recently Sold

$770 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

67 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • In Ground Pool
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Grossmont High School Rated A
  • Solar Power System
  • Open Floorplan

About This Home

As of July 2025

Step into one of the most stunning single-level mid-century modern homes in all of La Mesa. Perched on an expansive 22,215 sq ft lot, this completely reimagined residence features a brand-new, thoughtfully reconfigured floor plan that embraces open-concept living and effortless indoor-outdoor flow. Home was originally designed by Famous Architect Robert E. Des Lauriers. Offering 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, and approximately 2,144 square feet of luxurious living space, every inch of this home has been meticulously redesigned with premium finishes and top-tier upgrades. The heart of the home is the brand-new, highly upgraded chef’s kitchen, outfitted with top-of-the-line appliances and sleek finishes that blend form and function perfectly. The spacious primary suite is a true retreat, boasting a custom walk-in closet and a spa-like bath complete with a freestanding soaking tub, oversized shower, and elegant high-end fixtures. Every bathroom has been fully redesigned to exude modern sophistication. Additional features include: - Solar system - Modern garage with EV charging capabilities & new garage door - Sparkling pool ideal for entertaining - Ocean and mountain views - New stucco, paint, modern composite siding & all new lighting fixtures - New French drains along the back wall for optimal drainage This mid-century masterpiece combines timeless architectural appeal with today’s most desired amenities—all on a private, oversized lot. A rare opportunity to own a truly turn-key home in one of La Mesa’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Originally designed by Robert?E.?Des?Lauriers (1924–2013) He was a prominent San Diego architect, celebrated especially for his innovative designs of mid-century churches—earning him the nickname “Mr. Church.”

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Todd Armstrong

Compass License #01256537 Listed on: 04/26/2025

Compass

Co-Listed By

Ryan Dick

Compass License #01951618

Last Buyer's Agent

J.C. Agajanian

eXp Realty of California, Inc. License #01397607

eXp Realty of California, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,793

Year Built

  • Built in 1971 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 0.51 Acre Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Private Yard
  • Property is zoned R-1:SINGLE

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Panoramic
  • City Lights
  • Mountain
  • Valley
  • Park or Greenbelt
  • Neighborhood
  • Courtyard

Home Design

  • Modern Architecture
  • Turnkey
  • Concrete Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 2,144 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Formal Entry
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Utility Room
  • Linoleum Flooring

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Double Convection Oven
  • Gas Oven
  • Six Burner Stove
  • Built-In Range
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Retreat
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Bathtub
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Power System

Pool

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

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Front Porch

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Cooling System Powered By Gas
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Separate Water Meter
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Water Softener
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 495-182-09-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,793

Year Built

Built in 1971 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Modern
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
  • Market Area: East County
  • Cross Street: Alto Dr
  • Neighborhood: Mount Helix
  • Supplement: Originally designed by Robert?E.?Des?Lauriers (1924–2013) He was a prominent San Diego architect, celebrated especially for his innovative designs of mid-century churches—earning him the nickname “Mr. Church.”
  • Estimated Living Space: 2,000 to 2,499 SqFt
  • LP / Sq Ft: 769.54
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 769.54
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 769.54
  • Stories: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1971
  • 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

  • Interior Amenities: Bathtub, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan, Kitchen Island, Low Flow Toilet(s), Open Floor Plan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled Kitchen, Shower, Kitchen Open To Family Rm
  • Flooring: Linoleum/Vinyl
  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Disposal, Garage Door Opener, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Water Softener, 6 Burner Stove, Built In Range, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Gas Oven, Range/Stove Hood, Gas Range, Gas Cooking
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Fp In Living Room, Decorative
  • Searchable Rooms: Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Family Room, Formal Entry, Master Retreat, Utility Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Laundry, Master Bathroom, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15x14
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2144
  • Total Bathrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Stucco, Synthetic
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Patio: Slab, Patio, Porch - Front
  • Pool: Below Ground, Private, Fenced
  • Roof: Concrete
  • View: Mountains/Hills, Ocean, Panoramic, Parklike, Valley/Canyon, Water, Courtyard, Neighborhood, City Lights
  • Exclusive Use Yard: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Attached, Direct Garage Access
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Non Garage Parking: Driveway, Driveway - Asphalt
  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Parking Spaces Total: 6

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air, Zoned Area(s), Gas
  • Laundry Utilities: Gas, Washer Hookup, Gas & Electric Dryer HU
  • Security: Smoke Detector, Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Water Heater Type: Gas, Tankless
  • Heating: Zoned Areas, Fireplace, Forced Air Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Telecommunications: Cable (coaxial)
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community: MOUNT HELIX

Lot Info

  • Irrigation: Sprinklers
  • Lot Size: .5 to 1 AC
  • Site: Public Street, Street Paved
  • Other Structures: Shed
  • Topography: Level
  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 495-182-09-00
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 22215
  • Estimated Number of Acres: 0.51
  • Other Structures: Shed
  • Map Code Column: C
  • Map Code Page: 1271
  • Map Code Row: 2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 26, 2025
Closed on
Jul 7, 2025
Sold by
Simply Home Buyers Llc
Bought by
Robert A Leech And Teresa A Leech Family Trus and Leech
Seller's Agent
Todd Armstrong
Compass
Buyer's Agent
J.C. Agajanian
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
List Price
$1,699,888
Sold Price
$1,649,888
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-2.94%
Views
1204

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.34%
Original Mortgage
$1,077,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,076,589
Interest Rate
6.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$581,434

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 4, 2024
Sold by
Hartig Trust and Hartig Lindy Lee
Bought by
Simply Home Buyers Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,500
Interest Rate
6.54%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 3, 2024
Sold by
Hartig Trust and Hartig Lindy Lee
Bought by
Hartig Trust and Hartig

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 25, 2024
Sold by
Hartig Patrick Ross and Hartig Lindy Lee
Bought by
Hartig Trust and Hartig

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 21, 2015
Sold by
Hartig Lindy Lee and Hartig Patrick Ross
Bought by
Hartig Patrick Ross and Hartig Lindy Lee

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
3.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 13, 2003
Sold by
Hartig Patrick Ross and Hartig Lindy Lee
Bought by
Hartig Patrick Ross and Hartig Lindy Lee

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$237,100
Interest Rate
5.07%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 10, 2001
Sold by
Hartig Patrick Ross and Hartig Lindy Lee
Bought by
Hartig Patrick Ross and Hartig Lindy Lee

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$244,000
Interest Rate
5.9%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 28, 2000
Sold by
Patrick Hartig and Hartig Patrick Ross
Bought by
Hartig Patrick Ross and Hartig Lindy Lee

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 4, 1999
Sold by
Chapman Steven M and Lisa Torres
Bought by
Hartig Patrick and Hartig Lindy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$256,000
Interest Rate
6.76%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 11, 1994
Sold by
Till Kathleen M
Bought by
Chapman Steven M and Torres Lisa

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$217,600
Interest Rate
6.98%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,650,000 Corinthian Title
Grant Deed $900,000 Corinthian Title
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Ticor Title Co San Diego
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Ins Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $320,000 California Title Company
Grant Deed $280,000 Fidelity National Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,077,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,000,500 Construction
Previous Owner $430,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $375,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $292,350 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $237,100 No Value Available
Previous Owner $244,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $256,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $15,250 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $217,600 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/28/2025 07/28/25 Sold $1,649,888 0.0% $770 / Sq Ft
07/03/2025 07/03/25 Pending -- -- --
06/13/2025 06/13/25 Price Changed $1,649,888 -2.9% $770 / Sq Ft
06/02/2025 06/02/25 Price Changed $1,699,888 -2.9% $793 / Sq Ft
05/23/2025 05/23/25 Price Changed $1,749,888 -2.8% $816 / Sq Ft
04/26/2025 04/26/25 Price Changed $1,799,888 +5.9% $840 / Sq Ft
04/26/2025 04/26/25 For Sale $1,699,888 -- $793 / 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 $6,793 $900,000 $421,872 $478,128
2024 $6,793 $491,809 $230,534 $261,275
2023 $6,593 $482,166 $226,014 $256,152
2022 $6,501 $472,713 $221,583 $251,130
2021 $6,400 $463,445 $217,239 $246,206
2020 $6,228 $458,694 $215,012 $243,682
2019 $6,105 $449,701 $210,797 $238,904
2018 $5,958 $440,884 $206,664 $234,220
2017 $5,847 $432,240 $202,612 $229,628
2016 $5,658 $423,766 $198,640 $225,126
2015 $5,607 $417,402 $195,657 $221,745
2014 $5,488 $409,227 $191,825 $217,402
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 250025719

San Diego MLS

APN: 495-182-09