4178 S Tropico Dr, La Mesa, CA 91941

$1,850,000
7
BD
4
BA
3,942
SqFt

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List Price
$1,850,000
Status
COMING SOON
MLS#
260021906
Subtype
Residential
Style
Other
Year Built
1941
Bedrooms
7
Bathrooms
4
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
1
Living Area
3,942
Lot Size
20,486
Acres
0.47
Subdivision
Mount Helix
Neighborhood
Mount Helix
MLS Area Major
East County

Property Description

MOUNT HELIX DREAM HOME — 7 BEDROOMS, VIEWS, POOL & PARKING FOR 12+! Rarely does a property offer this much space and versatility. Situated on approximately ½ acre with nearly 4,000 sq. ft., this exceptional 7-bedroom, 3½-bath home is ideal for multigenerational living, extended family, entertaining, or simply having room for everyone. Featuring upstairs and downstairs living with two full kitchens, the possibilities are endless. Enjoy breathtaking views from nearly every window and the expansive viewing deck. A gated driveway accommodates up to 8 cars, in addition to a 4-car garage and workshop—an extraordinary amount of parking and storage. The paid-off solar system is another major advantage, with SDG&E averaging approximately $340 per year. Recent improvements include new interior and exterior paint and all-new plumbing. Outside, the below ground swimming pool, multiple open areas, mature landscaping, and prolific avocado trees producing year-round, plus potential space for an ADU (buyer to verify). Additional highlights include two gas fireplaces, huge pantry, downstairs washer/dryer with additional upstairs hookup, pressurized sprinkler system, stunning new custom front door, and solar-powered motion/flood lighting. A truly rare Mount Helix opportunity combining exceptional space, privacy, views, parking, solar, pool, and multigenerational flexibility. This is the one you’ve been waiting for!

Additional Information

Property Description
Other
Appliances
Fire Sprinklers, Solar Panels, Electric Oven, Electric Stove
Heating
Forced Air
Air Conditioning
Central Air
Levels
Two
Roof
Spanish Tile
Parking Features
Attached, Detached
Garage Spaces
4

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Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Angela M Montoya (858-232-5818) from Listing Office: HomeSmart Realty West.

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