Dual-Zoned Opportunity! Residential & Commercial Zoning in Prime La Mesa Location! Welcome to 7282 University Ave, La Mesa—an elevated hilltop retreat offering incredible versatility in one of the area's most connected neighborhoods. This charming single-story home features residential and commercial zoning, making it ideal for homeowners, entrepreneurs, or savvy investors looking for a live/work opportunity. The light-filled interior includes dual-pane windows, recessed lighting, and central A/C and heating for year-round comfort. The updated kitchen boasts granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and upgraded cabinetry, while the remodeled bathroom features a tiled shower, tile flooring, and modern finishes. An owned solar system adds long-term value and energy efficiency, and the detached 2-car garage offers additional functionality with convenient street access. One of the standout features is the bonus insulated structure—perfect as a home office, studio, gym, or creative space. The spacious yard is enhanced by mature fruit trees including two orange trees, one lemon tree, and one lime tree, offering the perfect backdrop for relaxing or gardening. Located within easy distance to top-rated Helix Charter High School and La Mesa Arts Academy, and just minutes to SDSU, Starbucks, shopping, dining, and major freeways, this home is ideally positioned for both convenience and lifestyle. VA and FHA financing are welcome, making this a rare opportunity to own a flexible-use property in the heart of La Mesa.null
For sale
Price cut: $66K (8/1)
$699,000
7282 University Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942
2beds
850sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
7,405.2 Square Feet Lot
$694,600 Zestimate®
$822/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Mature fruit treesSpacious yardStainless steel appliancesRemodeled bathroomTiled showerRecessed lightingGranite countertops
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 31, 2025 at 09:27pm
Listed by:
Beatriz Salgado DRE #01399718 619-507-7851,
Redfin Corporation
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 250033751
Originating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTOR

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air Unit
Cooling
- Central Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Range/Oven
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Interior area
- Total structure area: 850
- Total interior livable area: 850 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: 1 Story
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 7,405.2 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 4741201900
- Zoning: COMMERCIAL
- Zoning description: COMMERCIAL
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Meter on Property
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: LA MESA
Location
- Region: La Mesa
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $822/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $470,265
- Annual tax amount: $6,264
- Date on market: 7/17/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
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