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8420 Porter Hill Ter, La Mesa, CA 91942

$1,070,000

Last sold 08/28/2025 for $965K

  • 3

    bed

  • 2

    bath

  • 1,375

    Sqft ($702/Sqft)

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About 8420 Porter Hill Ter

Property type House
Year built 1946
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 6,757 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Parking 2 garage spaces
Rental estimate
Property description
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.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Cathy Pearce
Listing Agent Contact: Cathy.pearce123@gmail.com
Listing Office - Coldwell Banker West
Source: CRMLS mls logo
MLS#PTP2505536 • last updated 1 year ago
Movoto checked CRMLS for data 5 minutes ago
Overview
Levels/Style One, Custom Built, House
Type Residential
SubType Single Family Residence
Virtual Tour N/A
Status Closed
Living Area 1375
Lot Size (Acres) 0.1551
Lot Size (SqFt) 6757
Year Built 1946
Condition Updated/Remodeled
Interior
Total # of Bathrooms 2
# Full Baths 2
Total # of Bedrooms 3
Eating Area Area
Flooring Wood
Appliances Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven
Interior Features Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Molding, Living Room Deck Attached
Window Features Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Drapes
Exterior
Construction Drywall Walls, Plaster
Parking Driveway, Garage - Two Door, Street
# Uncovered Spaces 2
# Parking Spaces 4
# Garage Spaces 2
Lot Description Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Lawn, Rectangular Lot, Near Public Transit, Park Nearby, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers Manual, Treed Lot, Up Slope From Street, Utilities - Overhead, Value In Land, Yard
Amenities / Utilities
Fireplaces Living Room
Sewer/ Septic Public Sewer
Spa None
Pool None
Location
View City Lights, Neighborhood
County San Diego
Community Features Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Suburban, Dog Park, Park
Neighborhood PORTER HILL
Elementary School Lemon Avenue, LEMELE
High School Grossmont, GGSHS
Middle School LMAMID, La Mesa Arts Academy
High School District La Mesa-Spring Valley
Zoning R-1
Directions La Mesa Blvd -turn North On Porter Hill Rd - Veer Left At End Of Porter Hill Rd Onto Porter Hill Terrace OVERFLOW PARKING: MacArthur Park Pool 2nd Tier Parking To Marked Path Leads To The Property SHORT WALK. See Last Photo For Visual.
APN 4940402600
Lot/ Land Details
Road Frontage City Street
Road Surface Paved
$1.07M
Range: $963K-$1.17M
Last 30 days 
Rental est.: $3,243/month
Gross rent multiplier: 24.8
  • Aug 2025
    mls logo MLS # PTP2505536
  • Aug 28, 2025 Sold
    $965,000
  • Aug 13, 2025 Pending
    —
  • Jul 18, 2025 Listed
    $945,000
  • Aug 2025
    Public Records
  • Aug 28, 2025 Sold
    $965,000 (+2.1%)
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2024
    $1,343 +0.2%
    $238,927
  • 2023
    $1,340 -57.0%
    $238,927 +4.04%
  • 2022
    $3,113 +1.2%
    $229,651 +2.0%
  • 2021
    $3,077 +2.1%
    $225,149 +1.04%
  • 2020
    $3,014 +1.4%
    $222,841
  • 2019
    $2,973 +2.1%
    $222,841 +2.0%
  • 2018
    $2,913 +5.7%
    $218,472 +4.04%
  • 2016
    $2,756 +1.6%
    $209,991
  • 2015
    $2,712
    —
  • 8420 Porter Hill Ter
    $965K
  • —
  • 91942
    $599K -13% y/y
  • La Mesa
    $849K 0% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
8414 Porter Hill Ter, La Mesa, CA 91942 $887,000 3/2 1,192 0.01
8430 Porter Hill Ter, La Mesa, CA 91942 $1,029,000 3/2 1,696 0.01
8437 Porter Hill Ter, La Mesa, CA 91942 $1,002,000 4/1 1,196 0.02
8410 Porter Hill Ter, La Mesa, CA 91942 $1,067,000 3/2 2,230 0.02
8440 Porter Hill Ter, La Mesa, CA 91942 $1,042,000 3/2 1,660 0.02
8449 Porter Hill Ter, La Mesa, CA 91942 $1,022,000 4/2 1,755 0.03
8411 Tio Diego Pl, La Mesa, CA 91942 $1,130,000 3/2 1,424 0.03
8459 Porter Hill Ter, La Mesa, CA 91942 $898,000 3/2 1,173 0.03

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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