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Sold for $905,000
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    3538 Trophy Dr, La Mesa, CA 91941

    3beds
    1,512sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1952
    6,098 Square Feet Lot
    $914,800 Zestimate®
    $599/sqft
    $4,136 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $914,800

    $842,000 - $997,000

    $4,136/mo

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    What's special

    Decorative country manor wallPalm and agave treesRain gutters and drainageDecomposed granite accentsReplaced water heaterTurf backyard with drainageProfessionally designed landscaping
    Welcome to this beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with an attached 1-car garage, thoughtfully upgraded inside and out for modern comfort and efficiency. Major improvements at a cost of over $175,000 include solar with Enphase battery system (2023), a new roof with low-profile vents (2023), new 200-amp electrical panel, and an EV charging outlet—making this home energy-smart and future-ready. Enjoy year-round comfort with newer dual-pane windows, central HVAC, plus mini-split system in family room, new A/C condenser (2023), and a replaced water heater. Additional enhancements include a fiberglass front door with glass insert, updated flooring, low-flow toilets, and modern LED lighting throughout. The exterior is equally impressive with a freshly painted façade, rain gutters and drainage, retractable awnings, and an air curtain system at entry points for added efficiency and fly prevention. The professionally designed landscaping showcases drought-tolerant features, turf backyard with drainage, and a striking front yard with decorative country manor wall, pathways, palm & agave trees, curved patio with shade sail, and decomposed granite accents—perfect for low-maintenance outdoor living. This remarkable and highly updated home combines style, energy efficiency, and modern convenience in one incredible package. Centrally located in the coveted Brookside Neighborhood in La Mesa for easy commute and everyday conveniences.

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    Listed by:

    Troy D Curnett DRE #01343230 619-857-8769,

    One Mission Realty

    Bought with:

    Jesse McManus, DRE #01827467

    LPT Realty, Inc.

    Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 250041104MLS LogoOriginating MLS: SDMLS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Forced Air Unit
    Cooling
    • Central Forced Air, Other/Remarks
    Appliances
    • Included: Disposal, Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Washer, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Gas
    Features
    • Low Flow Toilet(s)
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,512
    • Total interior livable area: 1,512 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Attached
    • Garage spaces: 1
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: See Remarks
    Features
    • Levels: 1 Story
    • Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
    • Pool features: N/K
    • Fencing: Gate,Partial
    Lot
    • Size: 6,098 Square Feet
    Details
    • Parcel number: 4993421100
    • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
    • Zoning description: R-1:SINGLE

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood/Stucco
    • Roof: Other/Remarks
    Condition
    • Updated/Remodeled
    • Year built: 1952

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Sewer Connected
    • Water: Meter on Property
    • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: LA MESA
    Location
    • Region: La Mesa

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $599/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $754,288
    • Annual tax amount: $9,644
    • Date on market: 10/8/2025
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA
    • Electric utility on property: Yes

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/6/2025Sold$905,000+0.6%$599/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #250041104 Report a problem
    10/13/2025Pending sale$900,000$595/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #250041104 Report a problem
    10/8/2025Listed for sale$900,000+24.1%$595/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #250041104 Report a problem
    10/21/2022Sold$725,000-2%$479/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #220022092 Report a problem
    10/4/2022Pending sale$740,000$489/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #220022092 Report a problem
    9/30/2022Price change$740,000-4.5%$489/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #220022092 Report a problem
    9/1/2022Price change$775,000-1.9%$513/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #220022092 Report a problem
    8/25/2022Listed for sale$790,000+29.3%$522/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #220022092 Report a problem
    8/12/2020Sold$611,000+1.9%$404/sqft
    Source: Glendale AOR ZDD #200033603 Report a problem
    7/22/2020Pending sale$599,900$397/sqft
    Source: Redfin Corporation #200033603 Report a problem
    7/17/2020Listed for sale$599,900+42.5%$397/sqft
    Source: Redfin Corporation #200033603 Report a problem
    10/23/2014Sold$421,000-2.1%$278/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    9/13/2014Listed for sale$429,900+19.7%$284/sqft
    Source: Shorebreak Real Estate #140050225 Report a problem
    9/27/2012Sold$359,000-0.3%$237/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    8/12/2012Listed for sale$359,900+54.8%$238/sqft
    Source: Benjamin Rogers Ryan #120040720 Report a problem
    6/19/2012Sold$232,500-6.6%$154/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/11/2012Price change$249,000+4.2%$165/sqft
    Source: CENTURY 21 Carole Realty #120009113 Report a problem
    4/22/2012Price change$239,000-4%$158/sqft
    Source: Century 21 Carole Realty #120009113 Report a problem
    3/24/2012Price change$249,000-7.4%$165/sqft
    Source: CENTURY 21 Carole Realty #120009113 Report a problem
    2/18/2012Listed for sale$269,000-37.4%$178/sqft
    Source: 920 Inc #120009113 Report a problem
    3/11/2008Listing removed$430,000$284/sqft
    Source: Visual Tour #076039909 Report a problem
    1/18/2008Listed for sale$430,000+2.1%$284/sqft
    Source: Visual Tour #076039909 Report a problem
    7/31/2007Sold$421,000+27.6%$278/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    4/24/2003Sold$330,000+32%$218/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    11/8/2002Sold$250,000+28.2%$165/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    3/31/2000Sold$195,000$129/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$9,644 +3.4%$754,288 +2%
    2024$9,323 +3.1%$739,499 +2%
    2023$9,043 +14.6%$725,000 +16.3%
    2022$7,889 +1.1%$623,220 +2%
    2021$7,805 +34.8%$611,000 +32.1%
    2020$5,791 +12%$462,649 +2%
    2019$5,169 -6.8%$453,578 +2%
    2018$5,546 +2.2%$444,686 +2%
    2017$5,427 +3.7%$435,968 +2%
    2016$5,231 +0.8%$427,420 +1.5%
    2015$5,189 +13.6%$421,000 +16.7%
    2014$4,570 $360,629 +0.5%
    2013-- $359,000 +36.5%
    2012-- $263,000
    2011-- $263,000 -24.9%
    2010-- $350,000
    2009-- $350,000 -16.9%
    2008-- $421,000 +18%
    2007-- $356,732 +2%
    2006-- $349,738 +2%
    2005-- $342,882 +2%
    2004-- $336,160 +34.5%
    2003-- $250,000 +23.2%
    2002-- $202,878 +2%
    2001-- $198,900
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 91941

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