La Mesa Homes under $1.25 million

**Discover the Charm of La Mesa, California: Your Ideal Home Awaits!**

Nestled in the heart of San Diego County, La Mesa is a vibrant city that perfectly blends suburban tranquility with urban convenience. Known as the "Jewel of the Hills," La Mesa boasts a picturesque landscape adorned with rolling hills, lush parks, and a charming downtown area filled with unique shops and delightful eateries. With its friendly community and rich cultural heritage, La Mesa offers an inviting atmosphere that makes it an ideal place to call home.

For those searching for their dream home, La Mesa presents an incredible opportunity with a variety of properties available under $1.25 million. Whether you're a first-time buyer, a growing family, or looking to downsize, you'll find a diverse selection of homes that cater to every lifestyle. From quaint single-family residences to modern townhomes, each property is set against a backdrop of stunning scenery and convenient access to local amenities.

La Mesa is renowned for its excellent schools, numerous recreational options, and a strong sense of community. Enjoy weekend strolls through the picturesque parks, or explore the vibrant farmers' market, where you can savor fresh produce and local crafts. With easy access to nearby attractions, including the stunning beaches of San Diego and the majestic mountains, La Mesa offers the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure.

Don't miss the chance to find your perfect home in this enchanting city. With homes under $1.25 million, La Mesa is not just a place to live; it's a place to thrive! Come experience the magic of La Mesa, where your dream home awaits.

Newest La Mesa Homes under $1.25 million

$499,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ PTP2607569 MLS ⋅ Active Status

2 BEDROOM, 1.5 BATH TOWNHOME IN LA MESA OFFERING PLENTY OF POTENTIAL AND AN OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE IT YOUR OWN. THIS PROPERTY IS IN NEED OF SOME TLC BUT FEATURES A SPACIOUS LIVING ROOM WITH FIREPLACE, FORCED A/C AND HEAT, EAT IN KITCHEN WITH DUAL PANE SLIDER THAT LEADS TO THE PATIO/YARD, STACKABLE LAUNDRY INSIDE THE UNIT, SPACIOUS BEDROOMS, PRIMARY BEDROOM HAS PRIVATE BALCONY TO ENJOY THE VIEWS, 1 CAR GARAGE ALONG WITH AN UNCOVERED SPACE, CLOSE TO SHOPPING, SCHOOLS, FREEWAYS AND MUCH MORE. HOA AMMENITIES INCLUDE PLAYGROUNDS, POOL, KIDDIE POOL, SPA, TENNIS COURT AND REC ROOM. VA AND FHA APPROVED COMPLEX

5800 LAKE MURRAY BLVD Unit 54, La Mesa

$935,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ PTP2607548 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Lovely, maintained home in La Mesa, CA. 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bath, Livingroom with fireplace, Family room overlooking pool and large yard. Fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, electric cooktop, electric built-in oven, microwave, & dishwasher. Newer carpet flooring, vinyl in kitchen and bathrooms. Central heat and air, 2 car garage with automatic opener, access door to back yard. Large back yard with Pool , perfect for entertaining, fully covered patio cover, shed on side yard. Easy to care for yard, Turf lawn in front with mature bushes and trees. Fully vinyl fenced property, very private back yard.

7610 Seton Hall Street, La Mesa

$749,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260024328SD MLS ⋅ Active Status

Mount Helix Fixer with Endless Potential! Bring your vision and creativity to this Mount Helix fixer with great potential and plenty of space to make it your own! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a versatile floor plan with both a comfortable living room and separate family room, providing plenty of room to spread out, entertain, or create dedicated spaces for work and relaxation. Outside, the property continues to shine with opportunity. The fenced yard features mature landscaping, offering privacy and a beautiful foundation for your future outdoor oasis. A spacious backyard shed, previously used as an art studio, provides an inspiring bonus space for creative pursuits, a workshop, home office, or storage. There’s also abundant off-street parking, including room for an RV, making this property especially appealing for those who need extra parking or storage options. Conveniently located near SR-94, SR-125, and SR-52, you’ll have easy access to shopping, dining, schools, and surrounding communities, with a quick trip to downtown San Diego or the beach. A property with character, space, and plenty of upside—ready for someone with vision to unlock its full potential!

10704 Challenge, La Mesa

$825,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260024304SD MLS ⋅ Active Status

Exceptional opportunity to own a beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bath home in one of La Mesa’s most coveted neighborhoods. Ideally situated in the desirable Fletcher Hills area, this home is surrounded by excellent schools and parks. Step inside to discover a fresh, modern interior featuring newly painted walls, stylish vinyl plank flooring throughout, and dual-pane windows for added comfort and energy efficiency. The spacious open-concept layout offers two separate living areas, providing plenty of room for everyday living, relaxation, and entertaining. The fourth bedroom offers direct exterior access, creating excellent potential for a private guest suite, home office, multigenerational living, or rental opportunity. Additional highlights include a newer roof with cooling shingles designed to help reduce heat absorption and keep the home more comfortable, along with RV parking conveniently located alongside the driveway. The oversized two-car garage provides abundant parking and storage, while the generous lot offers even more flexibility. With thoughtful updates, versatile living spaces, and undeniable pride of ownership, this Fletcher Hills gem is a rare opportunity in one of La Mesa’s most desirable areas.

6260 Severin Dr., La Mesa

$449,900

1 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260024291SD MLS ⋅ Coming Soon Status

Large one Bedroom condo, quiet street walking distance to La Mesa Village. Move in Condition. VPL in entry/dining area. Two tone paint, lots of kitchen cabinets, open to dining area. Newer Refrigerator, range oven, microwave. Nicely carpeted Living Room, Bedroom. Large View Balcony with newer double slider patio doors. Large Master Bedroom w/view. Double sink master bath with mirrored closet wardrobe doors and two additional closets. 1/2 bath outside kitchen. VA approved. Roof top Deck with views of the mountains. Large Laundry Room on the floor. Underground secure parking spot with storage.

La Mesa

$649,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260024272SD MLS ⋅ Active Status

Enjoy beautiful Lake Murray views from this spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bath condo in Lake Park. Offering approximately 1,400 square feet, the home features new kitchen countertops, new and newer luxury vinyl plank flooring, and refreshed bathrooms with updated mirrors, lighting and faucets. One of the community’s pools is conveniently close, making it easy to enjoy the amenities surrounding your home. Set within 24 acres of lushly landscaped grounds with ponds, streams and open spaces, Lake Park offers five swimming pools, four spas, two lighted tennis courts, pickleball, a basketball court, a clubhouse, billiards room, exercise rooms, and men’s and women’s saunas. Neighboring Lake Murray offers walking and biking paths, fishing, boating and picnic areas, with nearby Mission Trails Regional Park providing even more opportunities to explore outdoors. A spacious home, scenic views and an impressive collection of amenities come together in this inviting La Mesa community. You can park in spaces 616 or 617 just past the pool by this building. Or you can park in any Yellow Marked Guest Space

5706 Baltimore Unit 337, La Mesa

$749,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 260024235SD MLS ⋅ Active Status

Fixer opportunity for investors in the beautiful community of La Mesa! This is a diamond in the rough waiting to be brought back to life. Endless opportunities to build a dream home or maybe add ADU's. The property consists of 3 bedrooms 1 bath 1,036 square feet on a large 9,000 square foot lot with plenty of space to add additional units. Spectacular location on a corner lot on a quiet residential road. Minutes to downtown La Mesa and I-125. Come see!

8751 Mariposa Street, La Mesa

$899,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ NDP2609279 MLS ⋅ Coming Soon Status

Charming 1947 La Mesa horizon view home set mid-block on a quiet, palm-lined street. This three-bedroom, two-bath home offers 1,064 square feet of living space on an approximately 7,600-square-foot lot, with many of its original architectural details still intact. Original hardwood floors add warmth and character, while updated tile in select rooms brings a more current touch. The backyard features an above ground swimming pool with surround deck, covered patio and plenty of outdoor space for relaxing or entertaining. A private skate ramp adds a distinctive feature to the property. Recent painting and improvements give the home a fresh, well-cared-for feel while maintaining its original character. This La Mesa home brings together original 1940s character, updated touches and a unique Southern California outdoor setting. Additional improvements include permited large primary bedroom with french doors leading to the great outdoors, new mini split in main room, new furnace and duct work, newer appliances (2021), and new roof composite decking for roof top deck to enjoy the beautiful South/North-East/West views.

7158 Purdue Ave, La Mesa

$1,000,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ PTP2607510 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Step inside this beautifully remodeled single-story home, where classic La Mesa character meets modern finishes and everyday efficiency. Fresh from top to bottom, the 1,326 sq ft floor plan has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with a remodeled kitchen that has contemporary cabinetry and finishes. The updated baths carry the same clean, current style. The energy savings start the day you move in. A new, fully paid-off solar system keeps utility costs in check without a monthly solar payment. Outside, an 8,215 sq ft lot gives you room to spread out, and there's RV parking plus a 2-car garage for vehicles, gear, and toys. The location is just as practical. You're close to shopping, dining, parks, Grossmont Hospital, SDSU, and the major freeways, so getting around San Diego County is easy. This one is move-in ready, so just bring your furniture.

4746 Jessie Avenue, La Mesa

$1,100,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260024156SD MLS ⋅ Active Status

Welcome to this Quintessential 1936 Storybook property. Situated on large .55 Acre Lot on Sewer in the Foothills of Mt Helix-La Mesa. Rear portion of property is all level w/ easy access waiting for Buyers Improvements! 4 Bed 2 Bath 2137 Sq ft House is mix of Character/Charm and screaming for thoughtful updates. Somewhat Newer HVAC works Great! Garage is for workshop, Property Sold As Is. Did I mention Level 1/2 Acre on Sewer??! Amazing Schools! Excellent opportunity!! Plenty of RV/Boat/Equip Parking Amazing property potential w/ lots of options available.

9131 Madison Ave, La Mesa

$895,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 260024053SD MLS ⋅ Active Status

Welcome to this Inviting 4 bedroom 3 bath 1940 sq ft La Mesa Home! Offering Comfortable Living spaces w/ Large Island Kitchen that flows into Great Room w/ Cozy Fireplace. Lots of Windows fill home with natural light and two Sliders leading to spacious Deck invite seamless Indoor Outdoor Living! Single Story versatile Floor Plan featuring options for Multigenerational Living, Home Office, Guests. Wonderful Schools! Close to La Mesa Village Vibe & central to all San Diego has to offer. Additional highlights: Formal Living Rm, Indoor Laundry, Central A/C, Gated Parking, Room for RV or Boat, Ample Storage, Fresh Paint, New Garage Door & Opener, Recent Roof Tune up. Plenty of Yard to Garden - Play or add an ADU. Value! A Lot of House for the price! Interior is Fresh and Relaxing. Accents such as beautiful wood beam ceiling, cozy fireplace, sunlit bay window & detailed crown moulding add warmth and character to main living spaces. Sellers have created lasting memories raising 5 boys (cowboys!) over the last decade in this home. Best part is there are no signs they were ever here! Centrally located in 91941 of La Mesa - So Cal is your Playground. 15 mins to Airport and Downtown Waterfront.

8857 Echo Drive, La Mesa

$659,900

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 260023986SD MLS ⋅ Active Status

Charming townhome central urban location whether for a first-time homebuyer, start-up or entrepreneur, house hacker, REI (real estate investor) or just downsizing in simplifying life. Please stop by to explore this great opportunity live-work space. This townhouse is a dual master bedroom on the top floor with one featuring a walk-in closet and double vanity. There is a stacked washer and dryer adjacent to the master bedrooms in a closet. A spacious high-vaulted ceiling cozy living space is on the second floor with a welcoming kitchen, dining room, half bath and a moderately restful patio. The townhouse provides central AC/heat. There is easy access to underground parking with designated two spaces side by side. The additional room is conveniently located on the first floor with either separate or connected entry. There is access to a common shared restroom within the complex with guest parking underground.

7745 El Cajon Blvd Unit 1, La Mesa

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