About This Home

This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 8245 Orchard in La Mesa, CA is listed for $699,000 ($693 per sqft). Built in 1948, the home offers 1,008 sqft of living space on a 0.12 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1948
  • 0.12 acre lot
  • 4 parking spaces
  • Fireplace

Property Details

1 story
1 full
4 spaces
1948

Amenities

FireplaceA/C
Listing Description

Opportunity meets location in the heart of La Mesa. Located just minutes from La Mesa Village, 8245 Orchard Ave offers a rare chance to own a property with both immediate charm and long-term upside. This 1-bedroom with option for a second bedroom home sits on a generously sized lot with potential for additional ADUs (buyer to verify), creating an exciting opportunity for investors, developers, or buyers looking to create future income potential.

The home has been lovingly held in the same family for many years and offers a warm, inviting feel with endless possibilities to update, expand, or reimagine. The walkable location near shops, restaurants, coffee houses, and local events is a major draw, while the flexible zoning potential adds an additional layer of value rarely found at this price point.

Whether you're looking for an entry point into one of San Diego County's most desirable communities, an investment opportunity, or a property with future development potential, this is a unique offering with multiple paths to add value. Great location. Long-term upside. Endless potential.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$3,738/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$506
Interest$3,029
Insurance$204

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

8245 Orchard

La Mesa, CA 91942

LA MESA

Property Details

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

DisposalRange/OvenRefrigeratorWasherGas Oven

Questions & Answers

This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 8245 Orchard is listed at $699,000 ($693/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $3,739 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1948, 0.12 acre lot, 4 parking spaces, Fireplace.

This property is listed by April Halvarson.

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April Halvarson

License 01347105

Agent at Compass

Listed by Compass · Broker phone: (858) 345-4514 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 260011176· Source: San Diego MLS· 149 days on PropertySimple

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8245 Orchard, La Mesa, CA 91942

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