Mid-century Ranch reimagined for modern living! Indoor/Outdoor Lifestyle on flat . 83 Ac. Originally Architect James Hurley’s prvt residence. $100k upgrades: LR’s Frameless Glass Wall blends into open-air lounge w/ fireplace, bar, soaring ceiling. Entertain!Lush yd w/ 12 fruit trees, xeriscaped front. Chef's kitchen boasts Sub Zero Frig, 5 burner gas range + mod peninsula bar & stools. 400sf bonus rm serves 2 BRs & BA separate wing from Office, Remodeled BD/BA, Lg private MstrSte. Detached Studio/+Ba & Boat/RV Pkg This sprawling Mt Helix mid-century ranch home has been modernized for a seamless Indoor/Outdoor San Diego lifestyle! An artistic combo of Soldier stacked block & slat wood fencing screens this level . 83 acre property in privacy. This home was the personal residence of James E. Hurley, best known as architect of the Drew Ford Round House (of values) the iconic mid-century building and original home to Drew automobiles. The 2 car garage, carport, gated boat/ RV parking plus 8 car driveway allows for ALL of your (plus guests) vehicles! The level cement & stone pathway, surrounded by the beauty of native draught tolerant planting on water-wise drip irrigation, leads to a modern glass front door and formal entry. Upon entering, your eye sweeps across the open great room and through the living room’s frameless retracting wall of glass straight through to the huge open air lounge area (with ground to soaring ceiling outdoor fireplace, seating for all, dining area and bar) to the lush backyard with its rolling lawn, tropical plantings, 12 fruit trees, additional lounge areas, and an adorable detached casita/studio w/ bath. A View of nearby Hills adds to this is a quintessential entertainers paradise! If you ever return indoors, you’ll find the open layout hosts the spacious living room, a Peninsula bar & wine Frig added a hip dining area. The Chef's kitchen boasts Beautiful Cabinetry, Walk-in Pantry, Wood Match Paneled Over-Sized Sub Zero Refrigerator, Stainless Steel a. ..
Single-familyProperty Type
1964Year Built
0.83 acresLot Size
$552Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Cathy Pearce•DRE #01895763• Coldwell Banker West
Bought with Sharon Wittmayer•DRE #01462183• Integrity R. E. & Home Loan
Mid-century Ranch reimagined for modern living! Indoor/Outdoor Lifestyle on flat .83 Ac.Originally Architect James Hurley’s prvt residence.$100k upgrades: LR’s Frameless Glass Wall blends into open-air lounge w/fireplace, bar, soaring ceiling. Entertain!Lush yd w/12 fruit trees, xeriscaped front. Chef's kitchen boasts Sub Zero Frig, 5 burner gas range + mod peninsula bar&stools.400sf bonus rm serves 2 BRs & BA separate wing from Office, Remodeled BD/BA,Lg private MstrSte. Detached Studio/+Ba & Boat/RV Pkg This sprawling Mt Helix mid-century ranch home has been modernized for a seamless Indoor/Outdoor San Diego lifestyle! An artistic combo of Soldier stacked block & slat wood fencing screens this level .83 acre property in privacy. This home was the personal residence of James E. Hurley, best known as architect of the Drew Ford Round House (of values) the iconic mid-century building and original home to Drew automobiles. The 2 car garage, carport, gated boat/ RV parking plus 8 car driveway allows for ALL of your (plus guests) vehicles! The level cement & stone pathway, surrounded by the beauty of native draught tolerant planting on water-wise drip irrigation, leads to a modern glass front door and formal entry. Upon entering, your eye sweeps across the open great room and through the living room’s frameless retracting wall of glass straight through to the huge open air lounge area (with ground to soaring ceiling outdoor fireplace, seating for all, dining area and bar) to the lush backyard with its rolling lawn, tropical plantings,12 fruit trees, additional lounge areas, and an adorable detached casita/studio w/bath. A View of nearby Hills adds to this is a quintessential entertainers paradise! If you ever return indoors, you’ll find the open layout hosts the spacious living room, a Peninsula bar & wine Frig added a hip dining area. The Chef's kitchen boasts Beautiful Cabinetry, Walk-in Pantry, Wood Match Paneled Over-Sized Sub Zero Refrigerator, Stainless Steel a...
CRMLS #80038936
Jul 2, 2008
Sold
$740,000
$286/sq ft
May 28, 2008
Listed
$755,000
$292/sq ft
Elaborately upgraded single level ranch style with large level rear yard. Open floor plan and covered outdoor family room w/ second fireplace make this spacious family hoome ideal for entertaining. All new kitchen with alder cabinets, recessed lighting, walk-in pantry, and designer tile accents. 3 large bedrooms (2 master suites) . 3 newly tiled baths. Custom features include: Saltillo tiled floors, custom entertainment center, multiple French doors, built-in sound & hand painted designer accents. [Supplement]: Outdoor 24'x18' party room with tiled floors, beamed ceiling and cooking center with 2 refrigerators. Energy efficient home with all new dual pane low E windows, fully insulated exterior walls and new furnace. Mounded tropical landscape provides an inviting first impression to this well-crafted family home.
CRMLS #72046590
Nov 9, 2007
Listing Removed
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Nov 9, 2007
Listing Removed
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Jun 5, 2007
Listed
$839,000
$325/sq ft
Jun 5, 2007
Listed
$839,000
$325/sq ft
SDMLS #1
Oct 2, 2007
Price Changed
$839,000
$325/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,909 (−0.6%)
$276,423 + $757,658
$1,034,081
2024
$11,985 (+2.7%)
$271,003 + $742,802
$1,013,805
2023
$11,675 (+1.6%)
$265,690 + $728,238
$993,928
2022
$11,493 (+1.4%)
$260,481 + $713,959
$974,440
2021
$11,335 (+5.9%)
$255,374 + $699,960
$955,334
2020
$10,705 (+26.7%)
$250,367 + $686,236
$936,603
2019
$8,450 (+3.4%)
$247,800 + $637,200
$885,000
2018
$8,174 (+7.3%)
$196,000 + $504,000
$700,000
2017
$7,617 (+11.1%)
$175,000 + $450,000
$625,000
2016
$6,857 (−1.0%)
$175,000 + $450,000
$625,000
2015
$6,926
$161,000 + $414,000
$575,000
2014
$6,926 (−0.4%)
$161,000 + $414,000
$575,000
2013
$6,954 (+4.3%)
$161,000 + $414,000
$575,000
2012
$6,668 (−23.4%)
$161,000 + $414,000
$575,000
2011
$8,699 (+2.4%)
$160,000 + $410,000
$570,000
2010
$8,498
$301,542 + $442,262
$743,804
2009
$8,506 (+86.1%)
$299,289 + $438,957
$738,246
2008
$4,569
$300,000 + $440,000
$740,000
Tax history for 10953 Explorer Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,909 (−0.6%)
$276,423 + $757,658
$1,034,081
2024
$11,985 (+2.7%)
$271,003 + $742,802
$1,013,805
2023
$11,675 (+1.6%)
$265,690 + $728,238
$993,928
2022
$11,493 (+1.4%)
$260,481 + $713,959
$974,440
2021
$11,335 (+5.9%)
$255,374 + $699,960
$955,334
2020
$10,705 (+26.7%)
$250,367 + $686,236
$936,603
2019
$8,450 (+3.4%)
$247,800 + $637,200
$885,000
2018
$8,174 (+7.3%)
$196,000 + $504,000
$700,000
2017
$7,617 (+11.1%)
$175,000 + $450,000
$625,000
2016
$6,857 (−1.0%)
$175,000 + $450,000
$625,000
2015
$6,926
$161,000 + $414,000
$575,000
2014
$6,926 (−0.4%)
$161,000 + $414,000
$575,000
2013
$6,954 (+4.3%)
$161,000 + $414,000
$575,000
2012
$6,668 (−23.4%)
$161,000 + $414,000
$575,000
2011
$8,699 (+2.4%)
$160,000 + $410,000
$570,000
2010
$8,498
$301,542 + $442,262
$743,804
2009
$8,506 (+86.1%)
$299,289 + $438,957
$738,246
2008
$4,569
$300,000 + $440,000
$740,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.83 Acres
Year renovated
1964
Sq. Ft.
2,583
Year built
1964
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
5020602600
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
RR
Rural Residential District
The RR Use Regulations are intended to create and enhance residential areas where agricultural use compatible with a dominant, permanent residential use is desired. Typically, the RR Use Regulations would be applied to rural or semi-rural areas where urban levels of service are not available and where large lots are desired. Various applications of the RR Use Regulations with appropriate development designators can create buffers between residential and agricultural uses, family or small farm areas, or large lot rural residential developments.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Fire house
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Grove / orchard
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Uncovered Spaces: 6
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Carport, Driveway, Garage Door Opener
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 8
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Garage
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Ice Maker, Range/Stove Hood, Recirculated Exhaust Fan, Self Cleaning Oven, Vented Exhaust Fan, Gas Cooking
Has Appliances
Area
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Room Information
Main Floor Bedroom, Bonus Room, Great Room, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Office, Game Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Entry, Primary Bathroom
Fireplace Information
Dining Room, Masonry, Outdoors
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Tile, Wood
Heating Information
Natural Gas, Fireplace, Forced Air
Has Heating
Interior Features
Levels: One
Exterior
Exterior Information
Roof: Concrete
Fencing: Partial, Good Condition, Chain Link, Wood
Has Fence
Exterior Features
Pool Features: None
Has Sprinklers
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Sprinklers Drip System, Sprinkler System
Property Information
Parcel Number: 5020602600
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Location
Location Information
Latitude: 32.75741500
Longitude: -116.95757500
Other Subdivision Name: La Mesa
Directions: GPS Avocado Blvd then East on Explorer Rd. Cross Street: Avocado Blvd..
Subdivision Name: La Mesa
Zoning: R1
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,583
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.83 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1964
Year Renovated: 1964
County: San Diego County
APN: 5020602600
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 21
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 21
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Cathy
List Agent Last Name: Pearce
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Coldwell Banker West
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Sharon
Buyer Agent Last Name: Wittmayer
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Integrity R. E. & Home Loan
Around this home
Schools
Avocado Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
Hillsdale Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
8/10
Monte Vista High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
0.93% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 97° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
La Mesa, CA • 91941
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 7.4 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.7 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.36M – $1.64M
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