A rare Mt. Helix architectural treasure designed by renowned architect Kotaro Nakamura, this award-winning residence is a masterful blend of Japanese design principles and Southern California living. Honored with an Award of Excellence by San Diego Home & Garden Magazine, the home is centered around a tranquil Zen garden—visible from nearly every room—creating a seamless connection between indoors and out. The dramatic "genkan" entry sets the tone upon arrival, grounded by two monumental natural logs harvested from fallen trees on Mt. Palomar, offering a striking sense of place, intention, and reverence for natural materials. The U-shaped floor plan embraces the formal garden and water features, filling the home with light, calm, and balance. This stunning 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence offers approximately 2,471 sq ft of thoughtfully curated living space, showcasing raised hardwood floors, etched glass accents, and serene garden and ocean views on clear days of the Coronado Islands. The upgrades blend modern comfort with timeless design, while the meticulously designed landscaping is reminiscent of the Japanese Friendship Garden in Balboa Park. Every corner of reminiscent of this half acre is curated for beauty, tranquility and a peaceful living experience. Additional features include Japanese ceramic tile roofing with rolled stainless steel, dual HVAC systems, water filtration, granite countertops, indirect lighting, integrated security, ethanol fireplace and more—each detail selected with intention and craftsmanship. A truly special offering—peaceful, refined, and architecturally significant—this is Mt. Helix living at its finest. People are drawn to Mt. Helix for its rare blend of elevated views, privacy, and community charm. Perched above La Mesa, the area offers sweeping panoramas, a peaceful residential feel, and distinctive homes on larger lots—many custom-designed to embrace the hillside setting. Residents enjoy a quiet, nature-forward lifestyle with easy access to parks, neighborhood gatherings, and nearby shopping and freeways, making Mt. Helix feel like a serene retreat that’s still conveniently connected to the rest of San Diego.
Sold for $1,800,500
Listing Provided by: Willis Allen Real Estate
Bought with: Keller Williams San Diego Metro
$1,800,500
4711 Gabriel Way, La Mesa, CA 91941
3beds
2,471sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1990
0.5 Acres Lot
$1,805,400 Zestimate®
$729/sqft
$6,062 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,805,400
$1.66M - $1.95M
$6,062/mo
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Ethanol fireplaceIntegrated securityIndirect lightingWater filtrationGranite countertopsRaised hardwood floorsDual hvac systems
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Listing Provided by:
Keri Davis-Duffy DRE #02235927 619-227-3781,
Willis Allen Real Estate,
Raini Gordy DRE #01390687 858-354-9411,
Willis Allen Real Estate
Bought with:
Joseph Acosta, DRE #02036760
Keller Williams San Diego Metro
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NDP2604022
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: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Closet, Dual Sinks, Linen Closet, Remodeled, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Upgraded, Vanity
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Pots & Pan Drawers, Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Self-closing Drawers, Updated Kitchen, Walk-In Pantry
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Pantry
- Features: Walk-In Pantry
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Dual, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Barbecue, Built-In, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Range, High Efficiency Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Warming Drawer, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- All Bedrooms Down, Entrance Foyer, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Windows: Atrium, Blinds, Garden Window(s), Screens, Skylight(s)
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, See Remarks
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,471 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Covered, Door-Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Carport spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Patio, Stone, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Good Condition,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, City Lights, Hills, Panoramic
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 0.50 Acres
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Front Yard, Garden, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Landscaped, Paved, Rolling Slope, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinkler System, Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 4962214300
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Custom,See Remarks
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Turnkey
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Detection System, Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Biking, Hiking, Mountainous, Park, Rural, Street Lights
Location
- Region: La Mesa
- Subdivision: Grandview (Gdv)
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/20/2026 | Sold | $1,800,500+9.1%$729/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #NDP2604022 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2026 | Pending sale | $1,650,000$668/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #NDP2604022 Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,650,000+3.4%$668/sqft |
Source: Willis Allen Real Estate #NDP2604022 Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2026 | Listing removed | $1,595,000$645/sqft |
Source: Willis Allen Real Estate #NDP2601159 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2026 | Pending sale | $1,595,000$645/sqft |
Source: Willis Allen Real Estate #NDP2601159 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,595,000+103.2%$645/sqft |
Source: Willis Allen Real Estate #NDP2601159 Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2003 | Sold | $785,000$318/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,803 +3.2% | $1,116,049 +2% |
| 2024 | $13,373 +3.1% | $1,094,167 +2% |
| 2023 | $12,976 +1.4% | $1,072,713 +2% |
| 2022 | $12,801 +13.4% | $1,051,680 +14.9% |
| 2021 | $11,284 +10.4% | $915,000 +7.6% |
| 2020 | $10,220 +4.7% | $850,000 |
| 2019 | $9,757 -4.4% | $850,000 |
| 2018 | $10,201 -0.1% | $850,000 |
| 2017 | $10,209 +6.5% | $850,000 +4.9% |
| 2016 | $9,590 +2.4% | $810,000 +3.2% |
| 2015 | $9,369 +3.2% | $785,000 +3.3% |
| 2014 | $9,074 | $760,000 +4.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $725,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $725,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $725,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $725,000 -7.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $785,000 -7.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $849,708 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $833,048 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $816,714 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $800,700 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $785,000 +77.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $442,877 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $434,194 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $425,682 |
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Neighborhood: 91941
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- 6/10Murdock Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Spring Valley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 7/10Grossmont High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
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