If you don’t love cookie-cutter McHouses, you’re going to love this one. How do you feel about a one-story mid-century ranch? Yes, please! This entertainer’s dream sits on the backside of Mt. Helix on just over 1/2 an acre. Floor to ceiling windows allow for unobstructed southwest views. A nature lover’s paradise with tons of birds and wildlife. Established orange, lemon, fig and grapefruit trees give abundant fruit. Feels rural, yet city close and convenient to shopping and freeways. Huge wrap around deck with cover, perfect for relaxing with your favorite beverage in the mornings and evenings. Have out of town family or friends? Invite them to sleep in the king-size bed in the new, stationary guest trailer that is fully hooked up and equipped for visitors- allowing them their own privacy and space. Much of the not-so-fun home owner upgrades have been taken care of: New roof; huge new custom aluminum deck cover, with built-in lights; new central A/C; new split unit A/C in office/bedroom; new Belgard retaining walls; new exterior paint; entirely new septic system (tank and leech lines); new electrical panel set-up for future spa; 2000+ sq ft of Belgard pavers throughout front, side and back yard; and newer flooring and furnace to boot. Bonus: There’s tons of parking (which isn’t always the case in the Mt. Helix area). Come experience for yourself what a home with good energy feels like.
Single-familyProperty Type
1965Year Built
$649Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Lane Blake•DRE #02021837• Big Block Realty, Inc.
You'll love this inspiring mountain-view ranch home on a .55 acre lot the minute you enter! Refreshed with new flooring & paint throughout, the spacious single-story layout offers 3 bedrooms w/walk-in closets and built-in desks/vanities. The living areas feature stunning views & open beam ceilings + a fireplace, A/C & wrap-around deck w/gazebo! The 2-car garage & large shed offer generous storage. Fruit trees galore & lots of gardening space in the backyard. Yep, there's RV parking! Gorgeous neighborhood!
Home has been lovingly cared for by the same family for more than 50 years! New designer paint and flooring (wood look laminate in the living spaces and cozy carpet in the bedrooms) really make the awesome features of this home pop! New rain gutters just installed. Newer forced air heat & A/C. Plenty of room for a pool and all the gardening you can dream up!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,410 (−0.6%)
$728,280 + $530,604
$1,258,884
2024
$14,501 (+56.9%)
$714,000 + $520,200
$1,234,200
2023
$9,245 (+1.6%)
$700,000 + $510,000
$1,210,000
2022
$9,099 (+0.4%)
$166,394 + $611,474
$777,868
2021
$9,062 (+1.1%)
$163,132 + $599,485
$762,617
2020
$8,967 (+368.4%)
$159,934 + $587,731
$747,665
2019
$1,914 (+6.5%)
$158,295 + $581,705
$740,000
2018
$1,798 (+1.4%)
$32,908 + $120,931
$153,839
2017
$1,773 (+4.3%)
$31,631 + $116,236
$147,867
2016
$1,701 (+1.0%)
$31,631 + $116,236
$147,867
2015
$1,684 (+2.1%)
$31,011 + $113,957
$144,968
2014
$1,650
$29,948 + $110,048
$139,996
2013
$1,650 (+5.4%)
$29,948 + $110,048
$139,996
2012
$1,565 (+2.3%)
$29,813 + $109,551
$139,364
2011
$1,530 (+2.3%)
$29,229 + $107,403
$136,632
2010
$1,495
$28,656 + $105,298
$133,954
2009
$1,496 (+5.6%)
$28,442 + $104,512
$132,954
2008
$1,417
$28,510 + $104,761
$133,271
Tax history for 10993 Explorer Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,410 (−0.6%)
$728,280 + $530,604
$1,258,884
2024
$14,501 (+56.9%)
$714,000 + $520,200
$1,234,200
2023
$9,245 (+1.6%)
$700,000 + $510,000
$1,210,000
2022
$9,099 (+0.4%)
$166,394 + $611,474
$777,868
2021
$9,062 (+1.1%)
$163,132 + $599,485
$762,617
2020
$8,967 (+368.4%)
$159,934 + $587,731
$747,665
2019
$1,914 (+6.5%)
$158,295 + $581,705
$740,000
2018
$1,798 (+1.4%)
$32,908 + $120,931
$153,839
2017
$1,773 (+4.3%)
$31,631 + $116,236
$147,867
2016
$1,701 (+1.0%)
$31,631 + $116,236
$147,867
2015
$1,684 (+2.1%)
$31,011 + $113,957
$144,968
2014
$1,650
$29,948 + $110,048
$139,996
2013
$1,650 (+5.4%)
$29,948 + $110,048
$139,996
2012
$1,565 (+2.3%)
$29,813 + $109,551
$139,364
2011
$1,530 (+2.3%)
$29,229 + $107,403
$136,632
2010
$1,495
$28,656 + $105,298
$133,954
2009
$1,496 (+5.6%)
$28,442 + $104,512
$132,954
2008
$1,417
$28,510 + $104,761
$133,271
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.55 Acres
Year renovated
1965
Sq. Ft.
2,139
Year built
1965
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
5020601000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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
# of Parking Spaces Total: 10
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Attached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop
Flooring: Linoleum, Vinyl
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Full
Roof: Composition
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 1
Property Features
Has View
Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached
Land Information
Irrigation Source: Automatic,Drip,Manual
Lot Information
Lot Size Units: Acres
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Location Information
Subdivision Name: MOUNT HELIX
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,139
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.55 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovated: 1965
County: San Diego County
APN: 5020601000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: San Diego Association of REALTOR
Around this home
Schools
Avocado Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
Hillsdale Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
8/10
Monte Vista High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
6/10
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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, 17 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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In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.32M – $1.60M
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