4178 S Tropico Dr La Mesa CA 91941 | MLS #260021906SD

4178 S Tropico Dr
La Mesa, CA, 91941
$1,850,000
5 Beds
4 Baths
3,942 SqFt
0.47 Acres
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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 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 & 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!

Property Details

Price:
$1,850,000
MLS #:
260021906SD
Status:
Active
Beds:
5
Baths:
4
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Mount Helix
Neighborhood:
91941lamesa
Listed Date:
Oct 2, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
3,942
Lot Size:
20,486 sqft / 0.47 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1941
See Remarks91941 – La Mesa91941lamesaMount Helix

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Interior

Appliances
ES, EO
Bathrooms
3 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
CA
Heating
ELC, FA, SO
Laundry Features
ELC, IR, SEE
Levels
U

Exterior

Architectural Style
SEE
Garage Spaces
4
Parking Spots
12
Parking Total
12
Roof
SPT

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Community

Market Summary

Current real estate data for Single Family in La Mesa as of Oct 02, 2026
153
Single Family Listed
65
Avg DOM
509
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,087,713
Avg List Price

Property Summary

    Located in the Mount Helix subdivision, 4178 S Tropico Dr La Mesa CA is a Single Family for sale in La Mesa, CA, 91941. It is listed for $1,850,000 and features 5 beds, 4 baths, and has approximately 3,942 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1941. The current price per square foot is $469. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in La Mesa is $509. The average listing price for Single Family in La Mesa is $1,087,713. To schedule a showing of MLS#260021906sd at 4178 S Tropico Dr in La Mesa, CA, contact your Compass agent at 310.409.7242.

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