8420 Porter Hill Terrace Open House Save Request In-Person Tour Request Virtual Tour
La Mesa,CA 91942
OPEN HOUSE
Fri Jul 25, 4:00pm - 6:00pm Sat Jul 26, 12:00pm - 3:00pm Sun Jul 27, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,375 sqft
Price per Sqft $687
MLS Listing ID PTP2505536
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Year Built 1946
Lot Size 6,756 Sqft
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
Rare Opportunity in La Mesa's Historic Porter Hill! Named after local pioneer, Dr. Henry Porter (1845-1916), 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 location.
Location
State CA
County San Diego
Area 91942 - La Mesa
Zoning R-1
Interior
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood
Fireplaces Type Living Room
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,Inside
Exterior
Parking Features Door-Multi,Driveway,Garage,On Street
Garage Spaces 2.0
Garage Description 2.0
Fence Wood
Pool None
Community Features Curbs,Dog Park,Gutter(s),Street Lights,Suburban,Sidewalks,Park
Utilities Available Cable Connected,Electricity Connected,Overhead Utilities
View Y/N Yes
View City Lights,Neighborhood
Roof Type Asphalt,Common Roof,Shingle
Building
Lot Description 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
Dwelling Type House
Story 1
Sewer Public Sewer
New Construction No
Schools
Elementary Schools Lemon Avenue
Middle Schools La Mesa Arts Academy
High Schools Grossmont
School District La Mesa-Spring Valley
Others
Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Special Listing Condition Standard