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Off-marketCompass Private Exclusive$1,450,0003 bd · 3 ba · 1,872 sq ftNear University City / UTC · 92122
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For saleSeller's MarketLa Mesa · 2.1 months of houses for sale · typical home sells in 13 daysMarket report 44 days on market · MLS# 260023471
$899,000
5850 Jan, La Mesa, CA 91942
3Beds
2Baths
1,204Sq ft
1958Built
6,500Lot sq ft
Listed by April Halvarson, Compass · 858-735-9715
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About this home
COMPLETELY REHABILITATED AND MOVE-IN READY! This home has undergone an extensive top-to-bottom renovation with nearly everything NEW, offering the rare opportunity to enjoy the character of an established home without the expense and uncertainty of major future improvements. Updates include a NEW ROOF, NEW PLUMBING, NEW ELECTRICAL, NEW WINDOWS, NEW DOORS, NEW APPLIANCES, NEW WATER SYSTEM, and beautifully updated finishes throughout. At the heart of the home is a chef’s dream kitchen featuring a French-door refrigerator, six-burner range with double ovens, generous workspace, and stylish finishes. The original oak hardwood floors have been beautifully refinished, preserving the warmth and character of the home. Step outside to a LARGE YARD offering plenty of outdoor space and exciting potential for future expansion, an ADU, or additional outdoor living areas. The landscaping has been completely updated to create a fresh, finished setting that complements the extensive interior renovation. With elementary, middle, and high schools all located less than one mile away, this home combines location, character, extensive improvements, and future possibilities in one exceptional package. From the major systems to the finishing details, the work has already been done—simply move in and enjoy.
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Home facts
Everything SDMLS reports for this home$747Price per sq ft
NoneHOA dues
NoneMello-Roos / CFD
6,500 sq ftLot · 0.15 acres
2 garageParking spaces
NoADU / guest unit
195868 years old
44Days on market
Interior
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms2 full
Living area1,204 sq ft
Levels1 Story
AppliancesDishwasherDisposalDryerRange/OvenRefrigeratorWasherBuilt In RangeGas OvenGas StoveRange/Stove HoodGas RangeGas Cooking
LaundryElectric, Gas
Heating, cooling & utilities
HeatingForced Air Unit (Electric)
CoolingCentral Forced Air
WaterMeter on Property
SewerPublic Sewer
Exterior & lot
Lot size6,500 sq ft (4,000-7,499 SF)
FencingPartial
Construction
Year built1958
Exterior wallsStucco
RoofComposition
Parking
Garage spaces2
Total spaces2
Parking featuresAttached
HOA, fees & community
HOA duesNone
Mello-Roos / CFDNone
Property & listing details
Home typeDetached
OwnershipFee Simple
ZoningR-1:SINGLE
Parcel number (APN)486-774-24-00
NeighborhoodLa Mesa
Subdivision / tractLA MESA
MLS areaEast County
CountySan Diego
Accepted financingCal Vet, Cash, Conventional, VA
Listed onSep 26, 2026
Original list price$975,000
Last price changeNov 4, 2026
Days on market44
MLS #260023471
Facts from San Diego MLS as reported by the listing agent. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Questions about any detail? Text Jeff.
Price & status history
DateEventPrice
Sep 26, 2026Listed for sale$975,000
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What it costs to own
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Rate starts at the Freddie Mac 30-year average, week of November 5, 2026.
Rent vs. buy
Typical rent in 91942 is about $2,640/month. Owning this home runs about — more each month before tax benefits and equity.
Home values in 91942
+2%1 year
+22%5 years
+85%10 years
Estimates, not a loan quote. Tax uses the San Diego County typical rate on the list price; insurance is the California average policy; rent and value trends are Zillow indexes for the ZIP. Mortgage calculator · Cost to own in San Diego · Insurance and lending pros
La Mesa is a Seller's market
2.1 months of inventory for houses in October 2026. Under 3 months favors sellers, 3 to 6 is balanced, over 6 favors buyers.
$747Price per sq ft (area: $580, 29% above)
44 daysOn market (area median: 13 days)
$932,750Area median house price (+6% vs last year)
100%Of list price that sellers got
Price reduced $76,000 from the original list price.
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Area figures: San Diego MLS closed sales, October 2026, houses in La Mesa, compiled by Jeff Brick.
The neighborhood
Living in La Mesa
$825,000Median sale price
41Avg. days on market
63Homes for sale
Market data: SDMLS.
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Schools for this home
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Based on information from the San Diego Multiple Listing Service as of November 11, 2026 at 5:05 PM. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Listing information is provided for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.
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