$885,000
SOLD NOV 26, 2025

8686 Echo Dr La Mesa, CA 91941

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,072 Sq Ft
9,412 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$427 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Covered RV Parking
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Solar Power System
  • Deck
  • Bonus Room

About This Home

As of November 2025

Custom Built Multi-Level Home with Dual Living Spaces perfect for a multigenerational family or those seeking separate living quarters. This exceptionally designed custom-built home offers flexibility, style, and privacy. The upper level features 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, a spacious kitchen, and an inviting dining and living area with a cozy fireplace. Step outside to a covered patio/deck overlooking the serene backyard — ideal for relaxing or entertaining — with a stairway leading down to a beautiful outdoor deck. The lower level provides an additional 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, a well-equipped galley kitchen, and French doors that open to a private patio, creating a comfortable and independent living space. Enjoy the outdoors in the large private yard, complete with covered RV parking that includes full hookups and sewage dump, an electric gate, and three well-built outbuildings offering ample storage or workshop options. A rare find that combines thoughtful design, functionality, and outdoor living. Paid Off Solar! Outbuilding in backyard has toilet. Truly a must-see property!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jace Coleman

Allison James Estates & Homes License #01133184 Listed on: 10/24/2025

Allison James Estates & Homes

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1984

Lot Details

  • 9,412 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Covered RV Parking

Home Design

  • Clay Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,072 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Central Vacuum
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Bonus Room

Kitchen

  • Galley Kitchen
  • Oven or Range
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Linoleum
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Maid or Guest Quarters

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Additional Features

  • Solar Power System
  • Machine Shed

Community Details

  • La Mesa Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1984

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Unit Levels: 2 Story
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 66693
  • Subdivision Name: LA MESA
  • Directions: Spring To Palm To Echo
  • Living Area: 2072.0
  • FeedTypes: IDX
  • RFModificationTimestamp: 2025-12-01T23:33:09Z
  • ADU_YesNo: No
  • AgeRestrictions: N/K
  • FullAddress: 8686 Echo Dr
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ShortSale: No
  • Site: Curbs
  • SupplementRemarks: Custom Built Multi-Level Home with Dual Living Spaces perfect for a multigenerational family or those seeking separate living quarters. This exceptionally designed custom-built home offers flexibility, style, and privacy. The upper level features 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, a spacious kitchen, and an inviting dining and living area with a cozy fireplace. Step outside to a covered patio/deck overlooking the serene backyard — ideal for relaxing or entertaining — with a stairway leading down to a beautiful outdoor deck. The lower level provides an additional 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, a well-equipped galley kitchen, and French doors that open to a private patio, creating a comfortable and independent living space. Enjoy the outdoors in the large private yard, complete with covered RV parking that includes full hookups and sewage dump, an electric gate, and three well-built outbuildings offering ample storage or workshop options. A rare find that combines thoughtful design, functionality, and outdoor living. Truly a must-see property!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Garage Door Opener, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Shed(s), Solar Panels, Vacuum/Central, Gas & Electric Range, Gas Range
  • Fireplace Features: FP in Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum/Vinyl, Tile

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Full
  • Roof: Tile/Clay
  • Pool Features: N/K
  • Construction Type: Wood/Stucco
  • Patio And Porch Features: Balcony, Covered, Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Garaged Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Total Parking Spaces: 14.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Laundry Features: Gas & Electric Dryer HU
  • Water Source: Meter on Property
  • HeatSource: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Lot Info

  • Other Structures: Other/Remarks
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9412.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 24, 2025
Closed on
Nov 19, 2025
Sold by
Smith Dean Crockhom and Smith Paul Crockhom
Bought by
Becky Covington Trust and Covenants
Seller's Agent
Jace Coleman
Allison James Estates & Homes
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$885,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-1.56%
Views
113

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
106.41%
Original Mortgage
$460,000
Outstanding Balance
$460,000
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$477,826

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 22, 2016
Sold by
Smith Dean Crockhom
Bought by
Smith Dean Crockhom and Smith Paul Crockhom

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$458,400
Interest Rate
4.03%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 18, 2012
Sold by
Smith Dean Crockhom
Bought by
Smith Dean Crockhom and Smith Paul Crockhom

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$364,400
Interest Rate
3.27%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 3, 2011
Sold by
Crockhom Smith Dean
Bought by
Smith Dean Crockhom and Smith Paul Crockhom

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$320,000
Interest Rate
4.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 1, 2003
Sold by
Smith Dean D
Bought by
Smith Dean D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 18, 1999
Sold by
Lindholm Benneth & Dorothy Trs
Bought by
Smith Dean D and Farrow David

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$213,037
Interest Rate
7.96%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

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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 $885,000 Chicago Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Accommodation
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Western Resources Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- American Coast Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- American Coast Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $34,000 American Coast Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $231,500 Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $460,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $458,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $364,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $320,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $213,037 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/26/2025 11/26/25 Sold $885,000 -1.6% $427 / Sq Ft
11/07/2025 11/07/25 Pending -- -- --
10/24/2025 10/24/25 For Sale $899,000 -- $434 / 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 $5,501 $390,787 $152,202 $238,585
2024 $5,501 $383,125 $149,218 $233,907
2023 $5,338 $375,614 $146,293 $229,321
2022 $5,260 $368,250 $143,425 $224,825
2021 $5,174 $361,030 $140,613 $220,417
2020 $5,041 $357,329 $139,172 $218,157
2019 $4,935 $350,324 $136,444 $213,880
2018 $4,810 $343,456 $133,769 $209,687
2017 $4,700 $336,723 $131,147 $205,576
2016 $4,563 $330,122 $128,576 $201,546
2015 $4,519 $325,164 $126,645 $198,519
2014 $4,423 $318,796 $124,165 $194,631
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 250042537

San Diego MLS

APN: 499-482-35