Stunning home RARELY AVAILABLE with luxury, private guest house! Welcome to this peaceful and private retreat tucked away at the end of a cul-de-sac in the highly sought-after Mt. Helix area within the prestigious Helix Knolls Estates. Surrounded by lush, mature landscaping, this exceptional property offers the perfect blend of elegance, comfort, and versatility. Step inside to soaring vaulted ceilings and rich wood flooring that create a warm, inviting atmosphere and is truly an entertainer's dream. The heart of the home is a chef’s kitchen featuring premium Bosch appliances, custom cabinetry, and generous workspace, designed to inspire culinary creativity. A standout feature of this property is the attached luxury guest house, thoughtfully designed with a full kitchen, private bathroom, and separate entrance. This high-end unit also includes its own designated parking and private outdoor space, offering ideal privacy and independence for extended family, guests, or renters. Whether used for multi-generational living, a private guest house, or instant rental income, this thoughtfully planned space adds incredible value to the home. Whether you're sipping your morning coffee on the patio, or enjoying a quiet evening by the fire, this home offers the ultimate Southern California indoor-outdoor lifestyle. This is more than just a home — it’s a rare opportunity to own a versatile, upscale property in one of La Mesa’s most desirable neighborhoods.
For sale
$1,499,000
4578 Shade Rd, La Mesa, CA 91941
4beds
2,320sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
-- sqft lot
$1,474,400 Zestimate®
$646/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Full kitchenPrivate bathroomCustom cabinetryRich wood flooringPrivate outdoor spacePremium bosch appliancesSoaring vaulted ceilings
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 30, 2025 at 11:26am
Listed by:
GG Karavas DRE #02076040 619-925-1485,
Hunter & Maddox Intl. Inc.
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 250034373
Originating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTOR

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air Unit
Cooling
- Central Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Washer, Freezer, Gas Oven, Gas Stove, Ice Maker, Self Cleaning Oven, Counter Top, Gas Cooking
- Laundry: Electric, Gas
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: FP in Living Room, Guest House
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,320
- Total interior livable area: 2,320 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 12
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Garage - Side Entry, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: 1 Story
- Patio & porch: Awning/Porch Covered, Covered, Stone/Tile, Patio
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Parklike
Details
- Additional structures: Attached
- Parcel number: 4963131700
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood/Stucco
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Meter on Property
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: MOUNT HELIX
Location
- Region: La Mesa
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $646/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $615,455
- Annual tax amount: $8,013
- Date on market: 7/24/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA
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