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Off Market Dec 2017 for $707K

$1,176,560

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,530/mo

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2.5 ba

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2,106

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11021 Explorer Rd, La Mesa, CA 91941

About this home

ACTION READY SELLER! Furniture negotiable. Expansive views from this impressive Mt Helix home! Enter the welcoming foyer & witness many upgrades- bamboo floors, crown molding, large kitchen/dining room w/custom wood cabinets, Bosch appliances & a generous walk-in pantry. The living room boasts a custom rock fireplace, wood beamed ceiling & access to the spacious covered deck-perfect for entertaining or watching the sunset. Other amenities include newer furnace/AC & dual-paned windows. See supplement.

Below the house is a walk-out basement making a perfect workshop or storage space. Most of the cast-iron waste pipes have been replaced. The basement opens to another large covered patio area. Situated on over a half-acre lot offering numerous fruit trees, the property also includes new vinyl fencing and an invisible fence system for your pets. Low maintenance landscaping with drip irrigation. Plenty of parking and storage in the 2 car garage w/ direct access into the house. All appliances convey including stainless steel kitchen appliances and front load washer/dryer. Large laundry room with the potential to expand the half bathroom into a full bath. Peaceful location on Mt Helix with easy access to freeways and Downtown. Property was fumigated for termites in February 2016.

Single-familyProperty Type

1969Year Built

0.51 acresLot Size

$559Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 spacesParking

Listed by Michael Gassaway •DRE #01405332 • Pacific Pinnacle R.E. Services

•619-436-9446 (agent)

•mike@mikesd.com (agent)

Bought with Patrick Finn •DRE #01006552 • Century 21 Award

•619-258-1111 (agent)

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•Source:SDMLS #170053261

Redfin Estimate

$1,176,560

$469K since sold in December 2017$36K since August

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This home's estimate is 8% higher than the average sale price ($1.09M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$1,007,000
A
4 beds2 baths1,917 sq ft
10844 Challenge Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91941
SOLD JUL 29, 2026
$880,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths1,784 sq ft
4225 Avocado Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91941
SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$1,050,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,281 sq ft
4103 Morning Star Ct, La Mesa, CA 91941
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$845,000
D
4 beds2 baths1,960 sq ft
4033 Lorraine Ann Dr, La Mesa, CA 91941
SOLD MAR 4, 2026
$1,450,000
E
3 beds3 baths3,579 sq ft
11020 Explorer Rd, La Mesa, CA 91941
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$1,305,000
F
4 beds3 baths2,614 sq ft
11009 Dutton Dr, La Mesa, CA 91941

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Market trends in 91941, CA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.1%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.1M

$40K MoM

Avg. days on market

22d

6 days MoM

Recently sold homes

2 MoM

New listings for sale

NEW 16 HRS AGO
$430,000
1 bed1 bath678 sq ft
3637 Avocado Vlg #99, La Mesa, CA 91941
COMING SOON
$1,199,000
4 beds2.5 baths2,365 sq ft
8764 Glenira Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941
Compass
OPEN SUN, 1PM TO 4PM
$1,625,000
5 beds4 baths3,072 sq ft
9460 Haley Ln, La Mesa, CA 91941
COMING SOON
$1,299,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,071 sq ft
9332 Golondrina Dr, La Mesa, CA 91941
OPEN SAT, 12PM TO 3PM
$724,999
3 beds1 bath1,068 sq ft
3452 Trophy Dr, La Mesa, CA 91941
OPEN SUN, 12PM TO 2:30PM
$749,000
3 beds2 baths1,398 sq ft
3866 Murray Hill Rd, La Mesa, CA 91941
$2,295,000
5 beds4.5 baths4,030 sq ft
9865 Edgelake Dr, La Mesa, CA 91941
3D WALKTHROUGH
$660,000
2 beds1 bath957 sq ft
9498 Grossmont Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91941
$1,219,999
4 beds3 baths2,042 sq ft
5150 Harmony Ln, La Mesa, CA 91941
$2,500,000
13 beds9 baths4,943 sq ft
4554 Date Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941
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Views of hills and valley. Large, gently sloped lot. Popcorn. Two bedrooms at the front of the house and an additional bedroom at the back of the house. Needs updating.
11 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
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Sale history for 11021 Explorer Rd

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Dec 19, 2017

Sold

$707,500

$336/sq ft

SDMLS #170053261

Dec 19, 2017

Sold

$707,180

$336/sq ft

Dec 19, 2017

Sold

$707,180

$336/sq ft

Nov 20, 2017

Pending

—

Oct 24, 2017

Price Changed

$729,000

$346/sq ft

Oct 12, 2017

Listed

$739,000

$351/sq ft

Oct 12, 2017

Listed

$729,000

$346/sq ft

SDMLS #150058766

Feb 10, 2016

Sold

$637,500

$303/sq ft

Feb 10, 2016

Sold

$637,500

$303/sq ft

Jan 11, 2016

Pending

—

Dec 9, 2015

Relisted

—

Nov 6, 2015

Pending

—

Nov 1, 2015

Listed

$695,000

$330/sq ft

Nov 1, 2015

Listed

$695,000

$330/sq ft

+20

Mt. Helix Ranch style home with sensational panoramic views of Mt. Miguel to Downtown. This 1 level home shows true pride of ownership, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths with over 2,100 sq. ft. of living space. Living room with massive rock fireplace, wood beamed ceiling and opens to the spacious view patio/deck. Kitchen and dining area also open to the large view deck. Two master suites. The property is on .51 acre and has various fruit trees and garden areas. The walk-out basement opens to a covered patio.

The kitchen includes breakfast bar, Chef's Island with Stainless Steel sinks, custom cabinetry, Stainless Steel appliances, granite counters, recessed lighting, and a very large walk-in pantry. Other features include crown molding, double pane windows, Plantation shutters, Bamboo hardwood floors through-out the home. Downstairs Shuttle Board/cover patio and large walk-in basement great for storage, workshop, and hobbies. Fantastic location, only 17 minutes to Downtown San Diego.

Public Records

Mar 22, 1991

Sold

$285,000

$135/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$9,387 (−0.6%)

$256,216 + $564,519

$820,735

2024

$9,445 (+2.7%)

$251,193 + $553,450

$804,643

2023

$9,200 (+1.6%)

$246,268 + $542,599

$788,867

2022

$9,055 (+1.4%)

$241,440 + $531,960

$773,400

2021

$8,929 (+1.1%)

$236,706 + $521,530

$758,236

2020

$8,831 (+1.3%)

$232,065 + $511,304

$743,369

2019

$8,719 (+0.7%)

$229,686 + $506,062

$735,748

2018

$8,661 (+9.1%)

$225,183 + $496,140

$721,323

2017

$7,937 (+50.9%)

$202,995 + $447,254

$650,249

2016

$5,259 (+2.2%)

$202,995 + $447,254

$650,249

2015

$5,147 (+2.0%)

$135,557 + $298,669

$434,226

2014

$5,045

$130,906 + $288,421

$419,327

2013

$5,043 (+5.5%)

$130,906 + $288,421

$419,327

2012

$4,782 (+2.2%)

$130,315 + $287,118

$417,433

2011

$4,678 (+2.4%)

$127,760 + $281,489

$409,249

2010

$4,571

$125,255 + $275,970

$401,225

2009

$4,575 (+5.6%)

$124,319 + $273,908

$398,227

2008

$4,333

$124,615 + $274,559

$399,174

Tax history for 11021 Explorer Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$9,387 (−0.6%)

$256,216 + $564,519

$820,735

2024

$9,445 (+2.7%)

$251,193 + $553,450

$804,643

2023

$9,200 (+1.6%)

$246,268 + $542,599

$788,867

2022

$9,055 (+1.4%)

$241,440 + $531,960

$773,400

2021

$8,929 (+1.1%)

$236,706 + $521,530

$758,236

2020

$8,831 (+1.3%)

$232,065 + $511,304

$743,369

2019

$8,719 (+0.7%)

$229,686 + $506,062

$735,748

2018

$8,661 (+9.1%)

$225,183 + $496,140

$721,323

2017

$7,937 (+50.9%)

$202,995 + $447,254

$650,249

2016

$5,259 (+2.2%)

$202,995 + $447,254

$650,249

2015

$5,147 (+2.0%)

$135,557 + $298,669

$434,226

2014

$5,045

$130,906 + $288,421

$419,327

2013

$5,043 (+5.5%)

$130,906 + $288,421

$419,327

2012

$4,782 (+2.2%)

$130,315 + $287,118

$417,433

2011

$4,678 (+2.4%)

$127,760 + $281,489

$409,249

2010

$4,571

$125,255 + $275,970

$401,225

2009

$4,575 (+5.6%)

$124,319 + $273,908

$398,227

2008

$4,333

$124,615 + $274,559

$399,174

*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

Baths

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.51 Acres

Year renovated

1969

Sq. Ft.

2,106

Year built

1969

Style

Single Family Residential

County

San Diego County

APN

5020903500

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.

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 Information
# of Garage Parking Spaces: 2
# of Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Non-Garage Parking: Driveway

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Master Bedroom Dimensions: 18x13
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 16 x 14
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 12 x 11

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces(s): 1
Fireplace Information: Fireplace in Living Room

Interior Features
Equipment: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Oven, Gas Stove, Gas Range
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood

Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Forced Air
Heat Source: Natural Gas
Heat Equipment: Fireplace, Forced Air Unit

Laundry Information
Laundry Location: Laundry Room
Laundry Utilities: Electric, Gas

Room Information
Square Feet (Estimated): 2,106
Dining Room Dimensions: combo
Family Room Dimensions:
Kitchen Dimensions: 23 x 20
Living Room Dimensions: 23 x 17
Basement, Bedroom on Entry Level, Dining Area, Master Bedroom on Entry Level, Storage Room, Workshop, Other (See Remarks), Foyer

Exterior

Exterior Features
Construction: Wood/Stucco
Fencing: Partial
Patio: Balcony, Covered, Slab

Building Information
Year Built: 1969
Assessor
Total Stories: 1
Roof: Composition

Property Information
Residential Sub-Category: Detached
Residential Sub-Category: Detached
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor Record
Pets Allowed
Sign on Property: Yes

Lot Information
# of Acres (Approximate): 0.51
Lot Size: .5 to 1 Acres
Lot Size Source: Assessor Record
Corner Lot, Curbs
View: City, Evening Lights, Mountains/Hills, Panoramic, Other (See Remarks)

Land Information
Irrigation: Drip
Topography: Gentle Slope

Financial

Lease / Rental Information
Pets Allowed

Utilities

Utility Information
Septic Installed

Water Information
Meter on Property
Water Heater Type: Gas

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,106
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.51 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1969
Year Renovated: 1969
County: San Diego County
APN: 5020903500

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026

Other

Listing Date Information
LVT Date: 2017-10-12

Around this home

Schools

Avocado Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

5/10

Hillsdale Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi

8/10

Monte Vista High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi

6/10

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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

1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

4/10 Heat Factor

5 days above 97° expected this year, 15 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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$1.12M – $1.35M

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Home values near 11021 Explorer Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
11020 Explorer Road, La Mesa, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3579 Sq. Ft.	$1,591,364
11025 Explorer Road, La Mesa, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2101 Sq. Ft.	$1,237,111

Address	Redfin Estimate
11007 Explorer Road, La Mesa, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2308 Sq. Ft.	$1,108,009
11036 Explorer Road, La Mesa, CA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4352 Sq. Ft.	$1,849,884

Address	Redfin Estimate
11019 Explorer Road, La Mesa, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1938 Sq. Ft.	$1,031,580
11121 Explorer Road, La Mesa, CA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 5000 Sq. Ft.	$1,065,372

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