NOT LISTED FOR SALE

9840 Alto Dr La Mesa, CA 91941

Casa de Oro-Mount Helix Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,360,000 - $1,726,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,899 Sq Ft
$835/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 23, 2014

Last sale price $832,256 $438 Per Sq Ft

Est. 90% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,872/month

142 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Property Near a Canyon
  • Grossmont High School Rated A
  • 1.23 Acre Lot
  • Home Office

About This Home

As of May 2014

HUGE PRICE REDUCTION! This extraordinary house is without question one of the nicest homes available in SD! Mid Century near the top of Mt Helix. Floor to ceiling windows w/stunning and panoramic VIEWS in every room. Natural light abounds. Remodeled kitchen with quartz countertops, and S/S appliances. Polished concrete floors. Stunning bathrooms! 1.23 acre lot! Pool & Cabana. The amazing front urns are rumored to be from the World Fair of 1915. It's amazing, come see for yourself!

Last Listed By

Elsa Benedict

Compass License #01107823 Listed on: 10/16/2013

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,995

Year Built

  • Built in 1948

Lot Details

  • 1.23 Acre Lot
  • Property Near a Canyon
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot

Home Design

  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1,899 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Home Office
  • Home Gym
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 10 Parking Spaces
  • Carport
  • Driveway
  • RV Access or Parking

Pool

  • In Ground Pool

Utilities

  • Separate Water Meter
  • Septic System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 496-110-01-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,995

Year Built

Built in 1948

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Detached
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Market Area: East County
  • Cross Street: Mt Helix Dr
  • Neighborhood: MT HELIX
  • Estimated Living Space: 2,000 to 2,499 SqFt
  • LP / Sq Ft: 447.08
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 438.26
  • Residential Unit Location: Detached
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 438.26
  • Stories: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1948
  • 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

  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Range/Oven
  • Searchable Rooms: Exercise Room, Office
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 20x17
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1899
  • Total Bathrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Stucco
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Pool: Below Ground

Garage/Parking

  • Parking for RV: On-Site Parking
  • Non Garage Parking: Carport, Driveway
  • Garage Spaces: 10
  • Parking Spaces Total: 10

Utilities

  • Laundry Utilities: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic: Septic Installed
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community: MOUNT HELIX

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 1+ to 2 AC
  • Topography: Canyon/Valley, Level, Slope Steep
  • Water District: HELIX WATER DISTRICT
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 496-110-01-00
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 53579
  • Water District URL: http://www.hwd.com
  • Estimated Number of Acres: 1.23
  • Map Code Column: D
  • Map Code Page: 1271
  • Map Code Row: 2

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 9840Alto91941

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 8, 2023
Sold by
Riemann Jeffrey L and Riemann Melanie A
Bought by
Riemann Lang Trust
Total Days on Market
142
Current Estimated Value
$1,585,014

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 10, 2014
Sold by
Gray Maureen E
Bought by
Riemann Jeffrey L and Lang Melanie A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$580,000
Interest Rate
4.31%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 15, 2013
Closed on
May 13, 2013
Sold by
Hewes Andrew M
Bought by
Gray Maureen E
Seller's Agent
David Smith
David Smith Broker
Buyer's Agent
Elsa Benedict
Compass
List Price
$585,000
Sold Price
$585,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.88%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 7, 2001
Sold by
Hewes Dorothy W
Bought by
Hewes Dorothy W

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
Riemann Lang Trust -- Fidelity National Title
Riemann Jeffrey L -- Fidelity National Title
Riemann Jeffrey L $832,500 Fidelity National Title
Gray Maureen E $585,000 Title365
Hewes Dorothy W -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Riemann Jeffrey L $560,000
Previous Owner Riemann Jeffrey L $580,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/23/2014 05/23/14 Sold $832,256 -2.0% $438 / Sq Ft
03/07/2014 03/07/14 Pending -- -- --
01/27/2014 01/27/14 Price Changed $849,000 -10.5% $447 / Sq Ft
12/03/2013 12/03/13 Price Changed $949,000 -2.2% $500 / Sq Ft
10/16/2013 10/16/13 For Sale $969,900 +65.8% $511 / Sq Ft
05/17/2013 05/17/13 Sold $585,000 0.0% $257 / Sq Ft
05/03/2013 05/03/13 Pending -- -- --
04/15/2013 04/15/13 For Sale $585,000 -- $257 / 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 $11,995 $1,000,215 $456,688 $543,527
2023 $11,661 $961,377 $438,955 $522,422
2022 $11,528 $961,377 $438,955 $522,422
2021 $11,390 $942,528 $430,349 $512,179
2020 $10,994 $932,865 $425,937 $506,928
2019 $10,841 $914,575 $417,586 $496,989
2018 $10,621 $896,644 $409,399 $487,245
2017 $10,472 $879,064 $401,372 $477,692
2016 $10,140 $861,828 $393,502 $468,326
2015 $10,071 $848,884 $387,592 $461,292
2014 $7,126 $587,655 $326,475 $261,180
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Elsa Benedict

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Elsa Benedict

    Compass

    (619) 279-2536

    1 in this area

    64 Total Sales

    Elsa Benedict
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  • Lew Breeze

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Lew Breeze

    Lewis Breeze

    (619) 846-5889

    1 in this area

    11 Total Sales

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    Seller's Agent in 2013

    David Smith

    David Smith Broker

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 130055445

San Diego MLS

APN: 496-110-01

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

9840 Alto Dr, La Mesa, CA

Homes for Sale in La Mesa, CA

This home is located at 9840 Alto Dr, La Mesa, CA 91941 since 16 October 2013 and is currently estimated at $1,585,014, approximately $834 per square foot. This property was built in 1948. 9840 Alto Dr is a home located in San Diego County with nearby schools including Murdock Elementary School, Spring Valley Middle School, and Grossmont High School.

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