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4178 S Tropico Dr, La Mesa, CA, 91941

$1,850,000·4 bd·3 ba·San Diego MLS #260021906

Estimated Arrivva buyer rebate$27,000 to $46,000

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Listing data from San Diego MLS. Rebate estimate calculated by Arrivva.

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$1,850,000
3 Days On Site

4178 S Tropico Dr
La Mesa, CA 91941

Single Family Residence|Coming Soon
7
Beds
4
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
3,942
SqFt
$469
/SqFt
1941
Built
Subdivision:
MOUNT HELIX
County:
San Diego
Listed by Angela M Montoya of HomeSmart Realty West (858) 232-5818
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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, plus a view of the iconic Mount Helix Cross from the front yard. A gated driveway accommodates up to 8 cars, in addition to 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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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,850,000
Days On Site 
3 Days
Bedrooms 
7
Inside Area (SqFt) 
3,942 sqft
Total Baths 
4
Full Baths 
3
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.47 Acres
Year Built 
1941
MLS® Number 
260021906
Status 
Coming Soon
Property Tax 
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
yesterdayListing updated with changes from the MLS®
3 days agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Attached Garage 
Yes
Energy Features 
Solar
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
4
Number Of Stories 
2
Parking 
AttachedDetached
Parking Spaces 
12
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Fire Sprinkler System
SqFt Total 
3942
Style 
See Remarks
Utilities 
Sewer Connected
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
Electric OvenElectric Cooktop
Cooling 
Central Air
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Living RoomMaster Bedroom
Fireplaces 
2
Heating 
Forced AirElectricSolar
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Exterior Features
Fencing 
Full
Pool Features 
In Ground
Roof 
Spanish Tile
Community Features
MLS Area 
East County
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventionalFHA
Listed by Angela M Montoya of HomeSmart Realty West (858) 232-5818



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*Estimate only. Actual rebate may vary based on final price, lender requirements, MLS rules, and broker policies.

Questions about this listing

How much could a buyer get back on 4178 S Tropico Dr, La Mesa, CA, 91941?
Arrivva estimates a buyer rebate of $27,000 to $46,000 on this listing. The buyer-broker fee, typically 2 to 3% of the price, goes back to you minus Arrivva's flat $9,750 fee. Every completed rebate is published on the Arrivva results page. See every completed closing
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