$739,000
SOLD FEB 27, 2026

520 La Mesa Dr Salinas, CA 93901

South Salinas Neighborhood
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,582 Sq Ft
7,100 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: February 27, 2026

$467 Per Sq Ft

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Mountain View
  • Balcony
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Open to Family Room
  • Bathtub with Shower

About This Home

As of February 2026

Nestled in a peaceful setting, this cozy single-story home is filled with natural light and easy, comfortable living. The open kitchen flows effortlessly into the main living space, making it perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Warm laminate floors add a clean, modern feel while creating a seamless look throughout the home. Step outside to a private patio designed for relaxed BBQs and outdoor dining, surrounded by charming garden beds and framed by beautiful mountain views the perfect spot to unwind or host friends. Thoughtfully laid out and full of inviting touches, this home offers a wonderful blend of comfort, style, and outdoor enjoyment. Offer review on 1/28/26.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Grace Merritt

Sotheby’s International Realty License #01870218 Listed on: 01/15/2026

Sotheby’s International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Christine Cristobal

CENTURY 21 Masters License #01303800

CENTURY 21 Masters

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1963

Lot Details

  • Southwest Facing Home
  • Kennel or Dog Run
  • Wood Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Back Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,582 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Laundry Tub

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue Area

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 016-144-002-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1963

Lot Details

7,100 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Traditional
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1582
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Zoning Description: SFR
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Eat in Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Electric, Countertop - Tile, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Oven - Built-In
  • Living Sq Ft: 1582
  • Stories: 1
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor
  • Laundry: In Garage, Tub / Sink
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Vinyl / Linoleum
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Shower over Tub - 1, Stall Shower, Tile
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountains
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Dog Run / Kennel, Fenced
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Property Faces: Southwest
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fan
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 016-144-002-000
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 7100.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 7100.00
  • Soil: Unknown

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Salinas Union High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 15, 2026
Closed on
Feb 18, 2026
Sold by
Mulhern Mary Johnson
Bought by
Lopez Ana and Lopez Javier
Seller's Agent
Grace Merritt
Sotheby’s International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Christine Cristobal
CENTURY 21 Masters
List Price
$739,000
Sold Price
$739,000
Views
118

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.71%
Original Mortgage
$714,335
Outstanding Balance
$714,335
Interest Rate
6.06%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$19,685

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 30, 2017
Sold by
Dastrup Robert John and Dastrup Russell Scott
Bought by
Mulhern Dale and Johnson Muthern Mary

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$355,000
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $739,000 Chicago Title Company
Grant Deed $480,000 Chicago Title Co
Grant Deed $480,000 Chicago Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $714,335 FHA
Previous Owner $355,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/27/2026 02/27/26 Sold $739,000 0.0% $467 / Sq Ft
01/29/2026 01/29/26 Pending -- -- --
01/15/2026 01/15/26 For Sale $739,000 -- $467 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

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 $6,252 $546,153 $261,699 $284,454
2024 $6,252 $535,445 $256,568 $278,877
2023 $6,042 $524,947 $251,538 $273,409
2022 $5,817 $514,655 $246,606 $268,049
2021 $5,587 $504,565 $241,771 $262,794
2020 $5,433 $499,392 $239,292 $260,100
2019 $5,395 $489,600 $234,600 $255,000
2018 $5,328 $480,000 $230,000 $250,000
2017 $833 $77,778 $16,001 $61,777
2016 $831 $76,254 $15,688 $60,566
2015 $837 $75,110 $15,453 $59,657
2014 $782 $73,640 $15,151 $58,489
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Grace Merritt

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Grace Merritt

    Sotheby’s International Realty

    (831) 200-4334

    7 in this area

    57 Total Sales

    Grace Merritt
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  • Christine Cristobal

    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Christine Cristobal

    CENTURY 21 Masters

    (831) 238-1359

    8 in this area

    44 Total Sales

    Christine Cristobal
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML82031298

MLSListings

APN: 016-144-002-000

California Monterey County Salinas 93901 South Salinas

520 La Mesa Dr, Salinas, CA

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