Refined Mount Helix Gated Estate. Elegant 1938 Spanish Colonial 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on premium .6 acre view lot. Residence was recently updated with brand new kitchen cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel KitchenAid appliances, modern fixtures, and superior quality paint, both inside and out. Notable features include an inviting wood beam entryway, iconic Art Deco forms and patterns, an abundance of windows and natural light, original hardwood flooring, downstairs family/bonus room with wet bar, resurfaced pool/jacuzzi, oversized custom built 3 car garage, and a 900+ square foot roof deck, gazebo, and BBQ island just above. The yard is fully enclosed with walls and fences, and is comprised of natural rock formations, professional landscaping, automatic irrigation system, tiered ornamental water fountain, and a variety of mature trees and vegetation. Multiple patio/seating areas and panoramic views make perfect for entertaining friends and family. Property is located in the heart of Mt. Helix and offers easy access to Downtown La Mesa, freeways, schools, parks, shopping, dining, sport facilities, casinos, golf courses, and more. Come see all that 10020 Fuerte Drive has to offer.
Sold for $1,450,000
$1,450,000
10020 Fuerte Dr, La Mesa, CA 91941
3beds
2,795sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1938
0.6 Acres Lot
$1,450,300 Zestimate®
$519/sqft
$5,454 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,450,300
$1.35M - $1.57M
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Modern fixturesPanoramic viewsNatural rock formationsBbq islandTiered ornamental water fountainQuartz countertopsOriginal hardwood flooring
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Listed by:
Deno Merziotis DRE #01338585 Preferred:619-370-6732,
Coldwell Banker West
Bought with:
Christopher Melingonis, DRE #01714023
LPT Realty, Inc
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260014179
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Originating MLS: SDMLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air Unit
Cooling
- Central Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Barbecue, Built-In, Gas Cooking, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Gas & Electric Dryer HU
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: FP in Family Room, FP in Living Room, Gas, Wood
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,795
- Total interior livable area: 2,795 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Detached, Garage - Two Door
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: 2 Story
- Patio & porch: Balcony, Deck, Gazebo, Patio, Roof Top, Terrace
- Pool features: Below Ground
- Spa features: Private w/Pool
- Fencing: Gate,Electric,Stucco Wall,Wrought Iron,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Evening Lights, Mountains/Hills, Panoramic, Parklike, Pool, City Lights
- Frontage type: Other/Remarks
Lot
- Size: 0.6 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: N/K
- Parcel number: 4916600300
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Mediterranean/Spanish
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Spanish Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1938
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Meter on Property
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Automatic Gate, Security Lights, Smoke Detector, Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Subdivision: MOUNT HELIX
Location
- Region: La Mesa
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $519/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $867,064
- Annual tax amount: $10,193
- Date on market: 6/11/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/16/2026 | Sold | $1,450,000-3%$519/sqft |
Source:  SDMLS #260014179 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2026 | Pending sale | $1,495,000$535/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #260014179 Report a problem | ||
| 6/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,495,000+126.5%$535/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #260014179 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2017 | Listing removed | $3,800$1/sqft |
Source: AMG Props Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2017 | Listed for rent | $3,800+22.6%$1/sqft |
Source: AMG Props Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2014 | Sold | $660,000-2.9%$236/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/8/2014 | Listed for sale | $679,900+4.6%$243/sqft |
Source: Frontline Realty Group #140012341 Report a problem | ||
| 12/26/2013 | Listing removed | $3,100$1/sqft |
Source: Income Property Advisors, LLC Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2013 | Listed for rent | $3,100-3.1%$1/sqft |
Source: Income Property Advisors, LLC Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2011 | Listing removed | $3,200$1/sqft |
Source: Income Property Advisors, LLC Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2011 | Price change | $3,200-8.6%$1/sqft |
Source: Income Property Advisors, LLC Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2011 | Listed for rent | $3,500$1/sqft |
Source: Income Property Advisors, LLC Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2003 | Sold | $650,000+76.6%$233/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/25/2001 | Sold | $368,000+86.3%$132/sqft |
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| 11/27/1996 | Sold | $197,500-31.2%$71/sqft |
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| 8/21/1996 | Sold | $287,104$103/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,193 +2.7% | $867,064 +2% |
| 2024 | $9,928 +3% | $850,064 +2% |
| 2023 | $9,644 +1.2% | $833,397 +2% |
| 2022 | $9,531 +1.2% | $817,057 +2% |
| 2021 | $9,414 +2.8% | $801,037 +1% |
| 2020 | $9,158 +1.8% | $792,824 +2% |
| 2019 | $8,996 +1.8% | $777,280 +2% |
| 2018 | $8,841 +2.4% | $762,040 +2% |
| 2017 | $8,633 +10.8% | $747,099 +9.3% |
| 2016 | $7,789 +0.7% | $683,451 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $7,734 +7.5% | $673,186 +8.6% |
| 2014 | $7,195 | $620,000 +6% |
| 2013 | -- | $585,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $585,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $585,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $585,000 -10% |
| 2009 | -- | $650,000 -7.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $703,579 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $689,784 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $676,260 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $663,000 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $650,000 +69.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $382,569 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $375,068 +75.7% |
| 2001 | -- | $213,469 |
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Neighborhood: 91941
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Murdock Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 3/10Spring Valley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 7/10Grossmont High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: La Mesa Spring Valley School Dis
Source: SDMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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