Single Family in La Mesa, CA - Bedrooms: 3 - Bathrooms: 3 - Area: 1593 sqft - Year Built: 1974 - Lot: 12197 sqft

Listing Agent: Quentin Stanton Brokerage: Town and Country Home Realty

Rustic Charm Meets Endless Potential in Mt. Helix! Unlock the possibilities with this hidden gem in the heart of Mt. Helix-perfect for savvy buyers, visionaries, and contractors alike! Set on a peaceful lot tucked away from the street, this custom-built ranch-style home offers the perfect blend of privacy, character, and opportunity. Step inside the spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath main house and discover classic features ready to shine with a little TLC. The primary suite includes its own en-suite bathroom, while generous living and family rooms boast vaulted ceilings, exposed wood beams, and a cozy fireplace-perfect for creating a warm, inviting atmosphere. The kitchen flows effortlessly into the dining area, where sliding glass doors lead to a backyard full of potential. The former garage has been thoughtfully converted into a large workshop/laundry room/storage room-easily adaptable back to garage use or into a bonus space (buyer to verify with local codes). Off-street parking is available behind the home. Out back, a fully permitted detached studio adds serious value and versatility. Complete with a bathroom, wet bar, fireplace and a cozy wood-paneled interior with exposed beams, it's ideal as a home office, creative studio, or guest retreat. There's even an unfinished basement for extra storage or future upgrades. (Note: the studio is not currently approved for rental.) Picture yourself relaxing in a backyard oasis, with a natural dry creek adding a serene, rustic touch-just waiting for the right landscaping vision to bring it to life. All this in a prime location near downtown La Mesa, Grossmont Center, and major freeways (I-8, SR-125, SR-94), giving you quick access to Mission Valley, SDSU, downtown San Diego, El Cajon, and more. Don't miss this rare opportunity to create your dream home-or investment-in one of La Mesa's most desirable neighborhoods!