4178 S Tropico Dr La Mesa, CA $ 1,850,000
4178 S Tropico Dr
$ 1,850,000
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4178 S Tropico Dr

La Mesa, CA, 91941
$ 1,850,000
Bedrooms5 Baths3.1 Sq 3,942

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$ 12,777

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Single Family Home for sale in La Mesa, CA

for $1,850,000 with 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths, 1 half bath. This 3,942 square foot home was built in 1941 on a lot size of 0.470294.

MOUNT HELIX DREAM HOME — 5 BEDROOMS, 2 BONUS ROOMS, 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 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, plus a view of the iconic Mount Helix Cross from the front yard. A gated driveway accommodates up to 8 cars & a 4-car garage and workshop—an extraordinary amount of parking and storage. Workshop equipment conveys, including a second refrigerator, large freezer, air compressor and grinder. 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, enjoy the Pebble Tec swimming pool, multiple open areas, mature landscaping, an impressive collection of fruit trees, including avocados and 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!

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Single Family Active

Price

$ 1,850,000

Bedrooms

5

Full Bath

3

Half Bath

1

Property Type

Single Family

Taxes

$ 0

Style

Lot Size

0.470294

Year Built

1941

Town/City

La Mesa

County/Region

San Diego

MLS | Web ID

260021906

Features
General
Sewer Sewer Connected
Heating Forced Air Unit
Cooling Central Forced Air
Roof Spanish Tile
Appliances Fire Sprinklers Solar Panels Electric Oven Electric Stove
HOA Fee 0.0
Garage Spaces 4.0
Architectural Style See Remarks
Pool Features Below Ground
Construction Materials Wood/Stucco
Year Built 1941
Levels 2 Story
Property Subtype Detached
County San Diego
New Construction N
Property Type Residential
HOA N
Attached Garage N
Subdivision Name MOUNT HELIX
Other Structures Shop
Full Baths 3
Status ACTIVE
Directions From I-8 take Jackson Dr to Lemon Ave South on Bancroft Dr South to Tropico Dr Use Google Maps
City La Mesa
Senior Community Y/N N
MLS Area East County
Lot Size Units Acres
Lot Size Square Feet 20486.0
Property Attached Y/N N
Building Area Units Sqft
Living Area Units Sqft
Standard Status Active
Freehold IDX
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Exterior
Fencing Full
Parking Features Attached Detached
Water Source Public
Total Parking 12.0
Lot Size Area 0.47
Building Area Total 3942.0
Lot Dimensions 143 X 174
Waterfront Y/N N
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Interior
Total Fireplaces 2
Fireplace Features FP in Living Room FP in Primary BR
Total Stories 2
Air Conditioning Y/N N
Heating Y/N N
Fireplace Y/N N
Half Baths 1
Laundry Features Electric
Total Bedrooms 5
Total Baths 4
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* Excluded Features
List By
Angela M Montoya

Listing Agent

Homesmart Realty West

Broker

(858) 232-5818

Phone

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Nearby
281193 Elementary School
281006 Middle School
Unknown High School High School
Pricing History
DatePricePrice ChangeDescription
9/7/2026$1,850,000 Listed Price

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4178 S Tropico Dr, La Mesa, CA, 91941 is a Single Family Home for sale at $1,850,000 with 3,942 sqft and a lot size of 0.470294. 4178 S Tropico Dr has 5 bedrooms, 3.1 baths, and was built in 1941. The property's zip code is 91941 which is in La Mesa, CA