5720 Amarillo Avenue
La Mesa, CA 91942
$1,375,000
The most unique La Mesa luxury home—offering unmatched flexibility, incredible value, and endless possibilities. This fully renovated home is a rare property that seamlessly adapts to the way people live today. Whether you're searching for a spacious six-bedroom house, four-bathroom home, large family home, luxury family home, or a multifamily home designed for multi-generational living, this exceptional residence delivers incredible versatility. This turnkey home lives like two houses in one, thoughtfully designed with three bedrooms and two bathrooms downstairs and three bedrooms and two bathrooms upstairs. The flexible spacious floor plan can function as one expansive residence or provide dual living spaces with separate living quarters. With its own private entrance, the upper level offers excellent ADU potential and could be ideal for a mother-in-law suite, guest quarters, extended family, or a long-term rental property, creating rental income potential while maintaining privacy for everyone. Each floor has its own central A/C and heating system, making this upgraded home especially well suited for multi-family living and multi-generational living. There is a washer and dryer hookup upstairs, with the ability to easily add one downstairs. Whether you're looking for a multi-family home, multi-unit property, or a large compound this property offers flexibility rarely found in La Mesa real estate.
| Listing Id: | 260022111 |
|---|---|
| List Price: | $1,399,000 |
| Close Price: | $1,375,000 |
| Close Date: | 2026-10-20 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Property Sub Type: | Detached |
| Status: | Sold |
| Bedrooms Total: | 6 |
| Bathrooms Full: | 4 |
| Living Area: | 3,508 |
| Association Fee: | $0 |
| Lot Size Square Feet: | 9,100.0 |
| Waterfront?: | No |
| City: | La Mesa |
| County Or Parish: | San Diego |
| Subdivision Name: | La Mesa |
| Postal Code: | 91942 |
| Year Built: | 1980 |
| Appliances: | Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Satellite Dish, Shed(s), Solar Panels, Washer, Free Standing Range, Gas Cooking |
| Basement: | false |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 4 |
| Building Area Total: | 3,508.0 |
| Building Area Units: | Sqft |
| Feed Types: | IDX |
| Construction Materials: | Stucco, Blown Insulation, Drywall Walls |
| Cooling: | Central Forced Air, Electric, Dual |
| Fencing: | Full, Gate, Other/Remarks, Good Condition, Privacy, Wood |
| Fireplace Features: | FP in Family Room, FP in Living Room, Electric, Decorative, See Through |
| Fireplaces Total: | 0 |
| Flooring: | Linoleum/Vinyl |
| Heating: | Zoned Areas, Forced Air Unit |
| Interior Features: | Balcony, Bathtub, Ceiling Fan, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Living Room Balcony, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled Kitchen, Shower in Tub, Stone Counters, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceiling, Kitchen Open to Family Rm |
| Laundry Features: | Gas, Washer Hookup |
| Levels: | 2 Story |
| Living Area Units: | Sqft |
| Lot Size Area: | 0.21 |
| Lot Size Units: | Acres |
| MLS Area Major: | East County |
| Parcel Number: | 490-561-01-00 |
| Parking Features: | None Known |
| Patio And Porch Features: | Balcony, Patio |
| Photos Change Timestamp: | 2026-09-09T22:18:50Z |
| Pool Features: | N/K |
| Roof: | Fiberglass, Shingle |
| Sewer: | Public Sewer |
| Spa Features: | N/K |
| Special Listing Conditions: | N/K |
| State Or Province: | CA |
| Stories Total: | 2 |
| View: | City, Evening Lights, Mountains/Hills, Panoramic, Courtyard, Neighborhood, City Lights |
| Water Source: | Public |
| Zoning: | R-1:SINGLE |
| Sdmls Neighborhood: | La Mesa |
| Sdmls Area Zip: | LA MESA (91942) |
| Sdmls Lvt Date: | 2026-09-09 |
| Original List Price: | $1,399,000 |
| Sale Or Rent: | For Sale |
| Sdmls Status Detail: | 0 |
| Buyer Financing: | Cash |
| Other Structures: | N/K |
| Heat Source: | Natural Gas |
| Irrigation Source: | N/K |
| Restrictions: | None Known |
| Listing Terms: | Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA |
| Sdmls Internet Address: | 5720 Amarillo Avenue |
| Sdmls Max Search Price: | 1,375,000 |
| Sdmls Mt: | 16 |
| Parking Total: | 3 |
| Sdmls Geo Update Timestamp: | 2026-09-09T22:18:50.2 |
| Sdmls Full Address: | 5720 Amarillo Avenue |
| Sdmls Pp Insta: | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/snd/260022111 |
| Showing Requirements: | See Remarks |
| Sdmls Parking Non Garaged: | 3.0 |
| Bedrooms Possible: | 6 |
| Sdmls Lot Size: | 7, 500-10, 889 SF |
| Sdmls Supplement Remarks: | Completely reimagined from top to bottom, this renovated La Mesa home has been extensively remodeled with no expense spared. The luxury remodel features wide-plank luxury flooring, a gourmet kitchen with quartz countertops, beautifully renovated bathrooms, fresh paint, new lighting, and a stunning two-sided color-changing vapor fireplace. Warm mid-century modern influences blend with high-end finishes, natural light, skylights, vaulted ceilings, and thoughtful design throughout. This modern upgraded home offers the style, comfort, and convenience buyers are looking for in a move-in-ready home. Additional highlights include solar, two primary bedroomsone on each floorand a smart refrigerator. The extra-wide driveway provides convenient parking for a camper or recreational vehicle. Step outside to a true backyard oasis and private backyard retreat. The beautifully landscaped front fenced-in courtyard features lush turf and charming brick accents, while the expansive rear deck and fully fenced backyard showcase beautiful hill views, canyon views, and stunning sunset views. The oversized backyard features a sprawling turf lawn, pergola, mature trees, and incredible privacy, creating the ultimate luxury backyard and entertainer's home. The elevated rear living area offers a peaceful, treehouse-like setting nestled among the trees, creating a private retreat where you can relax, entertain, and take in the surrounding mountain views. If you've been searching for a view home, this property offers an exceptional combination of indoor-outdoor living and privacy. Located in a quiet neighborhood, this home offers easy access to the greater San Diego area while providing the space and flexibility that's increasingly difficult to find. This one-of-a-kind property deserves a closer look. With six bedrooms, four bathrooms, separate living quarters, dual living spaces, ADU potential, a large backyard, beautiful views, and extensive upgrades, this is an exceptional San Diego investment property and luxury family home with possibilities for years to come. |
| Sdmls Primary Bed Area: | 28x17 |
| Sdmls Bed2 Area: | 17x12 |
| Sdmls Bed3 Area: | 17x11 |
| Sdmls Bed4 Area: | 13x12 |
| Sdmls Bed5 Area: | 13x10 |
| Sdmls Dining Room Area: | 14x9 |
| Sdmls Family Room Area: | 29x16 |
| Sdmls Kitchen Area: | 15x14 |
| Sdmls Living Room Area: | 38x18 |
| Sdmls Ext1 Area: | 22x17 |
| On Market Date: | 2026-09-09 |
Listing Courtesy of: Redfin
Listing Agent: Katie Gouletas
858-228-6021
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