4178 S Tropico Dr
Property Overview
MOUNT HELIX DREAM HOME — 5 BEDROOMS, 2 BONUS ROOMS, VIEWS, POOL & PARKING FOR 12+! Rarely does a property offer this much space and versatility. Situated on approximately ½ acre with nearly 4,000 sq. ft., this home is ideal for multigenerational living, extended family, entertaining, or simply having room for everyone. Featuring upstairs and downstairs living with two full kitchens, the possibilities are endless. Enjoy breathtaking views from nearly every window and the expansive viewing deck, plus a view of the iconic Mount Helix Cross from the front yard. A gated driveway accommodates up to 8 cars & a 4-car garage and workshop—an extraordinary amount of parking and storage. Workshop equipment conveys, including a second refrigerator, large freezer, air compressor and grinder. The paid-off solar system is another major advantage, with SDG&E averaging approximately $340 per year. Recent improvements include new interior and exterior paint and all-new plumbing. Outside, enjoy the Pebble Tec swimming pool, multiple open areas, mature landscaping, an impressive collection of fruit trees, including avocados and space for an ADU (buyer to verify) Additional highlights include two gas fireplaces, huge pantry, downstairs washer/dryer with additional upstairs hookup, pressurized sprinkler system, stunning new custom front door, and solar-powered motion/flood lighting. A truly rare Mount Helix opportunity combining exceptional space, privacy, views, parking, solar, pool, and multigenerational flexibility. This is the one you’ve been waiting for!
Home Details
- Property type
- Residential - Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1941
- Living area
- 3,942 sq ft
- Lot size
- 20,486 sq ft
- Parking
- 12 spaces
- Garage
- 4 spaces
- Stories
- 2
- Days on market
- 2
- Full bathrooms
- 3
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- MLS status
- Active
- Architectural style
- SeeRemarks
Features & Amenities
Interior
- Workshop
Appliances
- Electric Cooktop
- Electric Oven
Parking
- Driveway
Pool
- In Ground
Community, Schools & Utilities
Community
- Subdivision
- Mount Helix
- Fireplace
- Yes
Utilities
- Heating
- Electric,ForcedAir,Solar
- Cooling
- CentralAir
- Water
- Public
Location & Neighborhood
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Property type: Residential
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