Welcome to this unique and spacious 3-bedroom, 3-bath home with 2 family rooms. It's nestled on a generous 0.83-acre lot in the heart of La Mesa. Offering 2,703 sq. ft. of living space across two stories, this special property is full of character and charm—with endless potential for custom upgrades to make it your own. The expansive lot provides room to create your dream outdoor space, whether it’s a garden, pool, or entertaining area. Enjoy the convenience of easy freeway access and proximity to shopping, dining, and everyday amenities. Whether you're looking to move right in or add your personal touch, this home is a rare opportunity in a desirable location.
Sold for $1,160,000
$1,160,000
9281 Madison Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941
3beds
2,703sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1942
0.83 Acres Lot
$1,167,200 Zestimate®
$429/sqft
$5,489 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,167,200
$1.07M - $1.27M
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Expansive lot
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Listed by:
Steven Wener DRE #01874599 760-300-9166,
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Bought with:
Michelle Kolker, DRE #01955415
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Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 250025609
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Originating MLS: SDMLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air Unit
Cooling
- N/K
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Other/Remarks
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: FP in Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,703
- Total interior livable area: 2,703 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: None Known
Features
- Levels: 2 Story
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 0.83 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 4951511500
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
- Zoning description: R-1:SINGLE
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1942
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Meter on Property
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: LA MESA
Location
- Region: La Mesa
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $429/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $129,776
- Annual tax amount: $2,556
- Date on market: 4/25/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/21/2025 | Sold | $1,160,000+7.4%$429/sqft |
Source:  SDMLS #250025609 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2025 | Pending sale | $1,080,000$400/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #250025609 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,080,000$400/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #250025609 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,556 +5% | $129,776 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,434 +8% | $127,232 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,253 -2.7% | $124,738 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,314 +1.1% | $122,293 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,289 +2.5% | $119,896 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,234 +73.5% | $118,668 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,287 -38.9% | $116,342 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,108 +2.9% | $114,061 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,049 +3.3% | $111,826 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,983 +1.3% | $109,634 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,957 +2.3% | $107,988 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,913 | $105,874 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $105,397 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $103,331 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $101,306 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $100,550 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $100,790 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $98,815 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $96,878 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $94,979 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $93,118 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $91,293 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $89,621 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $87,864 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $86,142 |
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Neighborhood: 91941
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Lemon Avenue Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10La Mesa Arts AcademyGrades: 5-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 7/10Grossmont High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
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