For sale Home

Listed Oct 2, 2026

$1,850,000 Est. $12,236/mo

4178 South Tropico Drive

  • 7

    Beds

  • 4

    Baths

  • 3,942

    Sq ft

The story

  • Pool

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 workshopan 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 youve been waiting for!

Facts & features

Home type

Home

Year built

1941

Floors

2

Price per sq ft

$469

Parking

12-car garage

Included features

  • Pool

    Yes

  • Fireplace

    2 fireplaces

  • Cooling

    Central Forced Air

  • Heating

    Electric, Forced Air, Solar

  • Appliances

    Electric Oven, Electric Stove

  • Roof

    Spanish Tile

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Sewer

    Sewer Connected

Mortgage calculator

Estimated monthly payment

$12,236 /mo

7% rate · 30-yr fixed · 20% down

  • Principal & interest $9,846
  • Property tax $1,850
  • Insurance $540

Includes principal, interest, taxes & insurance.

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Listing Broker

HomeSmart Realty West

Broker Name

HomeSmart Realty West

Location

San Diego Ca 92108