4178 S Tropico Dr La Mesa, CA — $1,850,000

4178 S Tropico Dr | La Mesa (91941) Mount Helix

$1,850,000 | 5 Beds | 4 Baths (3 Full, 1 Half) | 3,942 Sq. Ft.

MOUNT HELIX DREAM HOME — 5 BEDROOMS, 2 BONUS ROOMS, VIEWS, POOL & PARKING FOR 12+! Rarely does a property offer this much space and versatility. Situated on approximately ½ acre with nearly 4,000 sq. ft., this home is ideal for multigenerational living, extended family, entertaining, or simply having room for everyone. Featuring upstairs and downstairs living with two full kitchens, the possibilities are endless. Enjoy breathtaking views from nearly every window and the expansive viewing deck, plus a view of the iconic Mount Helix Cross from the front yard. A gated driveway accommodates up to 8 cars & a 4-car garage and workshop—an extraordinary amount of parking and storage. Workshop equipment conveys, including a second refrigerator, large freezer, air compressor and grinder. The paid-off solar system is another major advantage, with SDG&E averaging approximately $340 per year. Recent improvements include new interior and exterior paint and all-new plumbing. Outside, enjoy the Pebble Tec swimming pool, multiple open areas, mature landscaping, an impressive collection of fruit trees, including avocados and space for an ADU (buyer to verify) Additional highlights include two gas fireplaces, huge pantry, downstairs washer/dryer with additional upstairs hookup, pressurized sprinkler system, stunning new custom front door, and solar-powered motion/flood lighting. A truly rare Mount Helix opportunity combining exceptional space, privacy, views, parking, solar, pool, and multigenerational flexibility. This is the one you’ve been waiting for! CRMLS 260021906

Directions to property: From I-8 take Jackson Dr , to Lemon Ave, South on Bancroft Dr South to Tropico Dr Use Google Maps Cross Street: Bancroft Dr.

MLS Listing ID: 
CRMLS 260021906
Purchase
Community Information
Subdivision: 
Mount Helix
Building Details
Details about the building on a property.
Architectural Style: 
See Remarks
Stories: 
2
Year Built: 
1941
New Construction: 
0
Living Area: 
3,942
Fireplaces: 
Primary Bedroom, Living R
Construction
Roof: 
Spanish Tile
Room Details
Details about the rooms in the building.
Total Bedrooms: 
5
Total Bathrooms: 
4
Total Full-Bathrooms: 
3
Total Half-Bathrooms: 
1
Utilities
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Heating System: 
Electric, Forced Air, Solar
Cooling System: 
Central Air
Water Source: 
Public
Lot/Land Details
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Acres: 
0.47
Lot Size (Area): 
20,486
Lot Size (Dimensions): 
143 X 174
Lot Features
Parking Type: 
Driveway
Garage: 
4
Pool: 
In Ground
Public Record
Parcel Number: 
5003501700
Listing Dates
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Listing Date/Time: 
10/2/2026
Listing Entry Date/Time: 
10/2/2026
Status Change Date/Time: 
10/1/2026
Listing Participants
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Listing Agent Name: 
Angela Montoya
Listing Office Name: 
HomeSmart Realty West

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