Quintessential 1947 La Mesa bungalow situated on a desirable corner lot, offering timeless character and thoughtful updates throughout. This inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features original hardwood floors in the living and dining rooms, while the bedrooms provide the comfort of carpeting. The light-filled dining room overlooks the backyard through charming French doors, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. The spacious backyard is perfect for entertaining or relaxing, highlighted by an oversized covered patio with plenty of room for year-round enjoyment. A separate laundry room is conveniently located just off the patio and includes a unique laundry chute from the primary bedroom's walk-in closet. Additional improvements include dual-pane windows, crown molding, central air conditioning, and fresh exterior paint. Combining classic La Mesa charm with modern comfort, this home is ready for its next owner to enjoy.
Pending
$849,000
7240 Purdue Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942
3beds
1,124sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$5,546/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$862,000 Zestimate®
$755/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charming french doorsCrown moldingLight-filled dining roomDesirable corner lotFresh exterior paintCentral air conditioningDual-pane windows
- 31 days |
- 999 |
- 72 |
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Stephanie Jensen DRE #01423699 619-672-1960,
Keller Williams San Diego Metro
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260015556
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Originating MLS: SDMLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air Unit
Cooling
- Central Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Gas
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum/Vinyl, Tile, Wood
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,124
- Total interior livable area: 1,124 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: 1 Story
- Patio & porch: Covered, Slab
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 4741150800
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
- Zoning description: R-1:SINGLE
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Meter on Property
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: LA MESA
Location
- Region: La Mesa
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $755/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $115,270
- Annual tax amount: $1,802
- Date on market: 6/25/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
Estimated market value
$862,000
$819,000 - $905,000
$3,328/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/18/2026 | Pending sale | $849,000$755/sqft |
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| 7/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $849,000$755/sqft |
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| 7/1/2026 | Pending sale | $849,000$755/sqft |
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| 6/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $849,000+113.3%$755/sqft |
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| 8/12/2008 | Sold | $398,000-4.1%$354/sqft |
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| 7/4/2008 | Listed for sale | $414,900+71.4%$369/sqft |
Source: NRT California #080046755 Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/2001 | Sold | $242,000+25.1%$215/sqft |
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| 8/23/2000 | Sold | $193,500$172/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,802 +2.8% | $115,270 +2% |
| 2024 | $1,752 +4.6% | $113,010 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,675 -0.2% | $110,795 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,678 +1.5% | $108,624 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,653 +2.1% | $106,495 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,619 +42.8% | $105,404 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,134 -28.7% | $103,338 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,592 +2.6% | $101,312 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,552 +2% | $99,326 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,521 +0.7% | $97,379 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,511 +0.9% | $95,917 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,497 | $94,039 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $93,615 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $91,780 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $89,981 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $89,309 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $89,522 -67.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $277,612 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $272,170 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $266,835 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $261,604 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $256,476 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $251,776 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $246,840 +490.4% |
| 2001 | -- | $41,808 |
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Neighborhood: 91942
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Rolando Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10La Mesa Arts AcademyGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10Mount Miguel High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.8 mi
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