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$990,000
● House - Off Market

8500 Hillcrest

La Mesa, CA 91941
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths
square feet
1,782 Ft²
$4,808
Est. Monthly

About This Property

LOCATION! WALKABILITY!  VIEWS! ADU! All of the above! Just blocks from the vibrant shops, restaurants, coffee houses, and events of La Mesa Village, this 1948 Spanish charmer is the one you've been waiting for. Tucked on a quiet dead-end street, this home is packed with character, warmth, and the kind of charm that's impossible to replicate. Lovingly owned and cherished by the same owner for more than 30 years, this property offers a truly magical setting. With sweeping views of treetops, Mt. Helix, and Cowles Mountain from nearly every window, you'll feel like you're living in your own private treehouse retreat. The indoor-outdoor connection, peaceful surroundings, and incredible vistas create a sense of serenity that's hard to find this close to everything. Enjoy the walkable lifestyle La Mesa is known for, with highly rated schools, parks, dining, shopping, and community events just minutes away. It's the perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city convenience. The bonus? A full lower-level ADU/granny flat with its own entrance offers endless possibilities. Generate rental income, create the ultimate multi-generational living setup, host guests, or design the perfect work-from-home space. Move in and rent it immediately, or add your own personal touches to maximize its potential.Rarely does a home with this much character, privacy, flexibility, and location come to the market. Come experience the views, the vibe, and the lifestyle for yourself.
Unit Size
1,782 Ft²
Days on Market
27 days
Land Size
0.10 acres
Price per sqft
$549
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1947

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Last updated: 4 months ago (SDMLS #260014929SD)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Jul 16, 2026 Sold
Sold
Jun 26, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Jun 18, 2026 Listed by Wedgewood Homes Realty $979,000
Listed by Wedgewood Homes Realty

Property Highlights


Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1947
  • Effective Year Built: 1948
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 6
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 6
  • Building Quality: 7
  • Construction Type: 0
  • Building Style: 15
  • Exterior Walls Type: 0
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 0
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 3
  • Parking Space Count: 2
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4,567
  • Total Building Area: 1,782
  • Building Area: 1,782
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 4
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,782
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: GRANT TERRACE
  • Land Acres: 0000000105
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 11
  • Legal Description 1: LOT 6 TR 002242

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Grossmont Union High School District
  • School Tax School District: LA MESA CITY OF
  • Census Tract: 014901

Zoning

  • Zoning: R2

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 002242
  • Subdivision Tract Number: 002242
  • Parcel: 494-293-02-00
  • Lot: 6
  • Municipality: CITY OF LA MESA
  • Latitude: 32.7671
  • Longitude: -117.014

    Address

  • Full Address: 8500 Hillcrest Ave
  • Address - House Number: 8500
  • Address - Street Name: Hillcrest
  • Address - Suffix Type: Ave
  • State: CA
  • City Name: La Mesa
  • Carrier Code: C131
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 5323
  • Zip Code: 91941

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $405,138
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 05-003

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1515
  • Valuation Date: Jan 27, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 81
  • Final Value: 1,022,712
  • High Value: 1,177,717
  • Low Value: 867,706

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $306,450
  • Assessed Land Value: $163,356
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $143,094

    Exemptions

  • Homeowner Exemption: Yes

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Nov 18, 1993
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Nov 30, 1993
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 36
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 1993-0800513

    Financing

  • First Mortgage Financing Type: VAR
Data used for valuation calculations is provided by RealtyHop, and other third party sources

Comparables

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 8500 Hillcrest Avenue built and last sold?
The property at 8500 Hillcrest Avenue was built in 1947 and last sold on Nov 18, 1993 for $188,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 8500 Hillcrest Avenue is $993,185.
What are some comparable homes to 8500 Hillcrest Avenue?
There are currently no comparable homes to 8500 Hillcrest Avenue.