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  • Price cut: $4K (3/10)
    $1,195,000

    3812 Costa Bella Way, La Mesa, CA 91941

    3beds
    2,400sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2005
    0.52 Acres Lot
    $1,185,200 Zestimate®
    $498/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Wine cellarDesigner finishesDramatic three-way fireplaceGenerous walk-in closetMahogany and travertine floorsOwned solarSeamless indoor-outdoor flow
    CUSTOM-BUILT LA MESA RETREAT, PANORAMIC VIEWS. OVER ½ ACRE LOT. AGGRESSIVELY PRICED AT $1,199,000 is this true entertainer’s design converge in this exceptional La Mesa hillside retreat-custom built in 2005 by the owner, who is also a contractor. Spanning 2,400 sq. ft., the home was designed to host and impress with seamless indoor-outdoor flow that frames breathtaking panoramic views extend east to San Miguel Mountain and west to the Coronado Islands and the iconic Coronado Bridge. Mahogany and travertine floors and designer finishes, and a beautifully appointed chef’s kitchen reflect significant investment and craftsmanship rarely found at this price point. The primary suite is a refined sanctuary, offering a private sitting area, spa-inspired bath, generous walk-in closet, and a dramatic three-way fireplace that elevates the ambiance throughout. A wine cellar, owned solar, architectural-grade roofing with 25+ years remaining on the warranty, and meticulous attention to detail in every room underscore the quality and permanence of a true custom build—an increasingly rare find in San Diego. The upper tier of the lot, currently home to the solar array, presents a premier opportunity for a bespoke gazebo, private spa retreat, or ADU—an exceptional vantage point designed to fully embrace the estate’s breathtaking vistas. Minutes from La Mesa Village, with easy freeway access, 15 minutes to downtown and just 20 minutes to Coronado and the beaches, this is panoramic hillside living at an exceptional value.
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: March 28, 2026 at 11:34am

    Listed by:

    Kyle A Alberto DRE #02119447 619-701-3166,

    eXp Realty of Southern California, Inc.

    Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260004106MLS LogoOriginating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTOR

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Forced Air Unit
      Cooling
      • Central Forced Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Gas Water Heater
      • Laundry: Gas & Electric Dryer HU
      Features
      • Flooring: Wood, Ceramic Tile
      • Number of fireplaces: 2
      • Fireplace features: FP in Living Room, FP in Primary BR, See Through
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,400
      • Total interior livable area: 2,400 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Attached
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: 2 Story
      • Pool features: N/K
      • Fencing: N/K
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Mountains/Hills, Panoramic
      Lot
      • Size: 0.52 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: 4753017500
      • Zoning: R-2:MINOR
      • Zoning description: R-2:MINOR

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Stucco
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 2005

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Sewer Connected
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: LA MESA
      Location
      • Region: La Mesa

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $498/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $476,153
      • Annual tax amount: $7,119
      • Date on market: 2/20/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
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        Estimated market value

        $1,185,200

        $1.13M - $1.24M

        $4,311/mo

        Price history

        Price history
        DateEventPrice
        3/10/2026Price change$1,195,000-0.3%$498/sqft
        Source: SDMLS #260004106 Report a problem
        2/20/2026Listed for sale$1,199,000-3.7%$500/sqft
        Source: SDMLS #260004106 Report a problem
        1/1/2026Listing removed$1,245,000$519/sqft
        Source: eXp Realty #250040501SD Report a problem
        11/7/2025Price change$1,245,000-0.3%$519/sqft
        Source: SDMLS #250040501 Report a problem
        10/16/2025Price change$1,249,000-3.8%$520/sqft
        Source: SDMLS #250040501 Report a problem
        10/2/2025Listed for sale$1,299,000+1343.3%$541/sqft
        Source: SDMLS #250040501 Report a problem
        7/16/2003Sold$90,000$38/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        Public tax history
        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$7,119 +7.7%$476,153 +2%
        2024$6,609 +3%$466,818 +2%
        2023$6,415 +0.9%$457,666 +2%
        2022$6,356 +1.8%$448,693 +2%
        2021$6,241 +0.4%$439,896 +1%
        2020$6,213 +19.5%$435,387 +2%
        2019$5,199 -12.5%$426,851 +2%
        2018$5,940 +1.8%$418,482 +2%
        2017$5,837 +3.3%$410,278 +2%
        2016$5,651 +0.9%$402,235 +1.5%
        2015$5,600 +4.1%$396,194 +2%
        2014$5,378 $388,434 +0.5%
        2013-- $386,680 +2%
        2012-- $379,099 +2%
        2011-- $371,667 +0.8%
        2010-- $368,890 -0.2%
        2009-- $369,767 +3.4%
        2008-- $357,518 +2%
        2007-- $350,508 +2%
        2006-- $343,636

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        BuyAbility℠ payment

        Est. payment
        $6,979/mo
        Principal & interest
        $5814
        Property taxes
        $1165
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          46 / 100
          Some Transit
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          Somewhat Bikeable

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