5079 Guava La Mesa, CA — $695,000

5079 Guava | La Mesa (91942) La Mesa

$695,000 | 2 Beds | 1 Baths (1 Full) | 859 Sq. Ft.

Set in the heart of La Mesa Colony, this 1927 two-bedroom, one-bath home offers timeless character, thoughtful updates, and exciting possibilities for the future. An appealing starter-home opportunity with room to grow, the property provides space to explore the potential addition of a garage or carport with an ADU above or behind it, subject to applicable zoning, permitting, and approvals. Recent improvements enhance both style and functionality, including a new roof, new 200-amp electrical panel, updated kitchen with new cabinetry and countertops, new maple flooring, new carpet, replacement windows, and newly installed air mini split conditioning plus newly installed gas wall heater. Additional upgrades include driveway improvements, new fencing and privacy screens, refinished basement space, and a wine cellar. Outdoor living is expanded with both upper and lower concrete patios, creating flexible areas for relaxing, dining, or entertaining. The property’s layout and site offer a compelling blend of existing charm and future potential, while its central La Mesa location puts an abundance of dining, shopping, coffee shops, and freeway access just down the street. San Diego State University is approximately 3.5 miles away. With its combination of classic 1920s character, meaningful updates, usable outdoor space, and opportunity to expand, this La Mesa Colony home is ready to be enjoyed today while offering possibilities for tomorrow. A must see! CRMLS 260023204

Directions to property: Cross Street: El Cajon Boulevard.

MLS Listing ID: 
CRMLS 260023204
Purchase
Community Information
Subdivision: 
La Mesa
Building Details
Details about the building on a property.
Stories: 
1
Year Built: 
1927
New Construction: 
0
Living Area: 
859
Construction
Construction Materials: 
Stucco
Roof: 
Composition
Room Details
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Total Bedrooms: 
2
Total Bathrooms: 
1
Total Full-Bathrooms: 
1
Total Half-Bathrooms: 
0
Utilities
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Heating System: 
Electric
Cooling System: 
Wall/Window Unit(s)
Lot/Land Details
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Acres: 
0.26
Lot Size (Area): 
11,522
Lot Features
Parking Type: 
Other, Driveway
Garage: 
0
Pool: 
None
Fence: 
Partial
Public Record
Parcel Number: 
4700321300
Listing Dates
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Listing Date/Time: 
9/23/2026
Listing Entry Date/Time: 
9/23/2026
Status Change Date/Time: 
9/22/2026
Contract Details
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Disclosures: 
CC And R's
Listing Participants
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Listing Agent Name: 
John Copeland
Listing Co-Agent Name: 
Jeffrey Nix
Listing Office Name: 
Redfin Corporation
Listing Co-Office Name: 
Redfin Corporation

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