Rare Opportunity in La Mesa’s Historic Porter Hill! Discover timeless charm in one of La Mesa’s most sought-after neighborhoods. The home is situated near the end of the Terrace on the elevated view side, which terminates in a quiet cul-de-sac with paved access path to 22-acre MacArthur Park, just steps from your front door. The park features a dog park, community pool, recreation center, historic Nan Couts Cottage, ball field, and children’s playground. Next, take a short stroll into La Mesa Village to enjoy year-round community events, charming local eateries, boutique shops, galleries, and more. Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully updated, this character-rich gem combines vintage appeal with modern convenience. The remodeled kitchen features solid maple cabinetry, striking polished granite countertops, tile flooring, and brand-new GE and Frigidaire appliances. Natural light fills the home via an abundance of windows and French doors, highlighting the rich oak hardwood floors throughout in all but the beautifully remodeled bathrooms. The primary suite is a spacious retreat with a gorgeously tiled full bathroom, expansive closet space & dual French doors to the back yard! Bedroom 2 is also surprisingly large with an ample 10 ft wide closet and charm galore. Bedroom #3 is currently an office/lounge but has a closet and can easily convert back to a bedroom. I love the vintage interior doors! Comfort is year-round thanks to the 2021 HVAC system and ventwork. Upgrades also include dual-pane windows, fresh interior paint, and ample recessed lighting throughout. (See attached amenities list for full details.) Step outside the dining area to enjoy a spacious view deck and beautifully landscaped, award-winning gardens (recipient of the 2017 La Mesa Beautiful Award). The backyard is a gardener's dream offering shaded peace under the covered patio & alfresco dining area, ample lawn, whimsical seating areas, potting table area &vibrant water-wise plantings—Homes in this historic enclave rarely come on the market—this one hasn’t been available in over 40 years. Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of La Mesa’s rich history in an unbeatable, community-rich location.
Sold for $965,000 on 08/28/25
Listing Provided by:
Cathy Pearce DRE #01895763 cathy.pearce123@gmail.com,
Coldwell Banker West
$965,000
8420 Porter Hill Ter, La Mesa, CA 91942
3beds
1,375sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1946
6,757 Square Feet Lot
$960,900 Zestimate®
$702/sqft
$3,631 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 28, 2025 at 03:30pm
Listing Provided by:
Cathy Pearce DRE #01895763 cathy.pearce123@gmail.com,
Coldwell Banker West
Bought with:
Nathan Crowley, DRE #01892269
Team Metro
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PTP2505536
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Granite Counters, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Remodeled, Tub Shower, Upgraded
Kitchen
- Features: Built-in Trash/Recycling, Granite Counters, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Remodeled, Self-closing Drawers, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside
Features
- Chair Rail, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Living Room Deck Attached, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level, Primary Suite
- Flooring: Wood
- Doors: French Doors, Mirrored Closet Door(s), Panel Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Drapes
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,375 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Door-Multi, Driveway, Garage, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: FRONT
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Covered, Deck, Open, Patio, Rooftop
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 6,757 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Lawn, Landscaped, Near Park, Near Public Transit, Rectangular Lot, Sprinklers Manual, Sprinkler System, Sloped Up, Trees, Value In Land, Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 4940402600
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Custom
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Drywall, Plaster
- Roof: Asphalt,Common Roof,Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1946
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Overhead Utilities
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Detection System, Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Dog Park, Gutter(s), Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Park
Location
- Region: La Mesa
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
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Estimated market value
$960,900