10444 Russell, La Mesa, CA 91941

Welcome to the prominent Russell Road neighborhood of Mt. Helix. With recent cosmetic upgrades, this home is ready for you to add your touch. The large open living area with mountain & city views makes it perfect for a party or quiet reflection. It sits on a lushly landscaped 1.35-acre lot on a calm cul-de-sac. Plenty of outdoor space, citrus trees, & lots of room to entertain surround the generous swimming pool. Close to parks, highly-rated schools & more. See supplement & 3D tour for more info.

Tour it now at http://bit.ly/1jO9WKu This beautiful mid-century airy, modern-style home integrates nature and clean simplistic architecture. The timber framed post & beam construction is spacious and elegant, and it has a steady simplicity that is rare in many homes built at the turn of the century. It brings the breezy outdoors inside by utilizing floor-to-ceiling window walls, fresh-air skylights and an open floor plan. You and your guests will relish its spectacular mountain & city vistas and sparkling poolside views in the expansive back yard area. It’s easy and fun to entertain with all the amenities this home has to offer. You and your guests will happily enjoy the crackling fireplace in the living room after a meal prepared in your eat-in kitchen. Savor the warmth of a second fireplace in the large downstairs living area after a swim in the pool. If that doesn’t warm you up enough you can conveniently heat up the private sauna room downstairs with room for a few. On those warm summer days you can entertain your guests under the large pergola next to the pool after preparing food and drinks at the built-in BBQ area. With plenty of covered patio and balcony areas you can still enjoy the outdoors even on rare inclement weather days. As the sun goes down on this private estate you can happily retreat to your large master bedroom with city light views. It also boasts two fresh air skylights and a large walk-in closet with plenty of room for your wardrobe. The master en suite bathroom has sparkling dual vanities, skylight, a jet spa tub, and a huge open shower area. The en suite is accented by beautiful stained glass art, visible from both the master and the bathroom. As you exit the master you can easily access your large two-car garage area complete with built-in cabinets, a skylight, workspaces, and the laundry area with a sink. There is plenty of room for storage plus extra space in the overhead attic area. Adjacent to your large garage is the private office area, which is ready for you to turn into a space fit for a CEO. Its private front entrance will allow you to step out for some fresh air & sunshine if needed. The main floor has another large guest bedroom with adjoining full bath before you head downstairs. There are two large downstairs bedrooms that share a common bath with access to the back patio as well as a handy washer closet. You’ll love the separate spacious maid’s quarters with its own en suite bathroom and private access to the patio as well. This home feels large inside and out. The lot is an enormous 1.36 acres and the home sits in the middle of the secluded irregular-shaped lot. This allows the owner to enjoy the landscape not only in front, but also on the sides and in the back. The lushly designed outdoor areas make this property feel like a cloistered retreat. There is a citrus grove at the rear of the lot, which also features an out-building that can be used as a fully-powered workshop. There are plenty of sitting areas on the lot and space for a garden or for your imagination to run wild with upgrades. Aside from the home you are also buying into the prestigious community of Mt. Helix. This area is often described as a notable and iconic semirural suburban community. It stands out compared to the greater San Diego County land use and development narrative. Mt. Helix enjoys a rural private ambiance, which is distinctive from its neighboring communities down the hill. Mosher Field, home of the Cajon De Oro Little League, is a short walk from the house. It’s a 2-minute drive to Mt. Helix Park where you’ll discover some of San Diego’s most breathtaking views while you enjoy concerts and community events at the iconic Mt. Helix Nature Theatre. The nearby schools and academies are among the most sought-after in San Diego. This gem of a home, with its park-like setting, has been cherished by all of its previous owners. All MLS info deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.