Located on a quiet street in the heart of La Mesa, known for its welcoming community and pride of ownership, this home offers a rare opportunity to create something special in a well-established neighborhood at an affordable price. The home features a traditional floor plan with most of the living space on the main level, new windows, a spacious living area highlighted by a charming stone fireplace, and original mid-century character throughout. The only upstairs bedroom is a loft style, offering privacy and flexible use as a bedroom, office, or creative retreat. There appears to be hardwood flooring beneath the existing carpet, ready to be uncovered by the next owner. Set on a generous lot with ample space in both the front and backyard, the property offers significant expansion potential for those looking to remodel, reconfigure, or build out. While the home does require updating and general TLC, it provides an excellent canvas for buyers seeking to personalize or add value in a desirable area. Enjoy no HOA, easy access to freeways, and proximity to La Mesa’s village-style downtown, local shops, dining, parks, and community events that make this area so sought after. Ideal for an owner-occupant, investor, or buyer looking for opportunity in one of East County’s most established and charming neighborhoods.
Sold for $750,000
Listed by: North County Associated Brkrs • Joseph Boozer • Contact: 619-988-7222
Bought with: Keller Williams La Jolla
$750,000
3868 Bass St, La Mesa, CA 91941
3beds
1,536sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
6,100 Square Feet Lot
$752,300 Zestimate®
$488/sqft
$3,984 Estimated rent
Home value
$752,300
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Original mid-century character throughoutCharming stone fireplaceNew windowsQuiet street
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Listed by:
Joseph Boozer DRE #00671006 Joeboozer43@gmail.com,
North County Associated Brkrs,
Sara Boozer DRE #02234817 760-807-0682,
North County Associated Brkrs
Bought with:
Kristyna Lukacova, DRE #02117121
Keller Williams La Jolla
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NDP2600628
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Loft, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Other, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Tub Shower
Family room
- Features: Separate Family Room
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Laminate Counters, Pots & Pan Drawers
Heating
- Natural Gas, Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Laminate Counters, Open Floorplan, See Remarks, Unfurnished, Bedroom on Main Level, Loft, Main Level Primary
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Screens
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,536 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Direct Access, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Off Street, Private
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Entry location: front
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Covered, Enclosed, Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Block,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 6,100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 60' x 103'
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Level, Near Public Transit, Rectangular Lot, Sprinkler System
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 4744810600
- Zoning: R-1 Single Family Residen
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Additions/Alterations,Fixer,Repairs Cosmetic
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Electricity - On Property
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Gutter(s), Sidewalks, Urban
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: La Mesa
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $488/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $241,082
- Annual tax amount: $3,513
- Date on market: 1/30/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 1 day
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,Cal Vet Loan,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: refrigerator
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/6/2026 | Sold | $750,000+3.4%$488/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #NDP2600628 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2026 | Pending sale | $725,000$472/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #NDP2600628 Report a problem | ||
| 1/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $725,000+380.1%$472/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #NDP2600628 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/1997 | Sold | $151,000$98/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,513 +7.4% | $241,082 +2% |
| 2024 | $3,270 +3.4% | $236,356 +2% |
| 2023 | $3,163 -0.4% | $231,722 +2% |
| 2022 | $3,176 +2% | $227,180 +2% |
| 2021 | $3,114 +0.6% | $222,726 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,095 +19.5% | $220,443 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,589 -11.7% | $216,121 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,932 +3.4% | $211,885 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,836 +4.6% | $207,731 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,711 +1.7% | $203,659 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,667 +4.1% | $200,601 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,561 | $196,672 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $195,784 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $191,946 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $188,184 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $186,779 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $187,223 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $183,553 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $179,955 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $176,428 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $172,969 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $169,578 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $166,471 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $163,208 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $160,009 |
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Neighborhood: 91941
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- 4/10Vista La Mesa AcademyGrades: K-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Mount Miguel High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
- 4/10Lemon Grove Academy For The Sciences And HumanitiesGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
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