8538 Boulder Dr, La Mesa, CA 91941
OFF MARKET

8538 Boulder Dr
La Mesa, CA 91941

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,300 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

$1,234,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 11, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $7,539/mo*
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$1,234,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 11, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $7,539/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,300 sqft
(on 0.25 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1938
Lot Size
0.25 acres
Living Area
2,300 sqft
Price/Sqft
$537
Parking
Garage

About this House

Rarely do homes on Boulder Dr come available. .. .. .. .because this is one of the best little neighborhoods in La Mesa. Boulder Dr is a few blocks to the village, the San Diego Trolley, and all the fun of La Mesa. Built in 1938, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on the hill offers the charm of character, but the modern comforts of dual pane windows, solar, and air conditioning.

With new paint, new fixtures, original wood floors, and beautiful bright kitchen, this home has something for everyone!

The owner has requested no pets.

Call Sean with any questions!

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY THROUGH ZILLOW! Apply online at staffordpropertygroup.com. $30 application fee for each resident over 18. $325 flat rate for utilities. Includes water, sewer, trash, gas, electric, pool service, landscaper. Resident responsible for internet. Resident will not have access to the garage, but there are 2 spaces included in the driveway. There is a separate residence over the garage.
8538 Boulder Dr, La Mesa, CA 91941 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,300 sqft single-family home built in 1938. More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2021 with an asking price of $3,995 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 22, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,234,300, with a rent estimate of $5,288/month.

Home Details for 8538 Boulder Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticIn-law unitNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Laundry Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Other, Electric, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: Central, OtherHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood, Linoleum Vinyl
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalExterior: StuccoPatioPorch
Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 5Parking: Garage Detached, Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1938Year Updated: 1978
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Building

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Disabled Access

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.25 acres

Price History for 8538 Boulder Dr

DatePriceEventSource
08/22/2021ListingRemovedZillow Rental Manager
07/30/2021$3,995Listed For RentZillow Rental Manager
07/21/2021ListingRemovedZillow Rental Manager
07/13/2021$3,995PriceChange
Zillow Rental Manager
07/06/2021$4,495Listed For RentZillow Rental Manager
12/28/2017$4,200ListingRemovedAgent Provided
12/04/2017$4,200PriceChange
Agent Provided
11/26/2017$3,800PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/17/2017$4,200PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/09/2017$3,800Listed For RentAgent Provided

Market trends in La Mesa

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$918K
$7.08KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.3%
Price per sq ft
$557
$9MoM
Available listings
173
9MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,389
Assessment$119,204
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 8538 Boulder Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
8535 Hillcrest Ave, La Mesa, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$1,350,000
10/14/25
3
3
2,192
8518 Chevy Chase Dr, La Mesa, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$1,055,000
03/26/26
4
3
2,014
4723 Boulder Pl, La Mesa, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$1,250,000
08/21/25
3
3
2,533
8720 Glenira Ave, La Mesa, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$1,430,000
08/15/25
3
3
2,586
4568 4th St, La Mesa, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,275,000
05/18/26
4
2.5
1,579
8648 Alpine Ave, La Mesa, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$1,094,000
05/08/26
3
2
1,638
4894 Garfield St, La Mesa, CA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$1,210,000
05/06/26
3
3
2,022
8475 Hillcrest Ave, La Mesa, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$409,000
11/17/25
2
2
1,661
4636 Panorama Dr, La Mesa, CA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,095,000
05/04/26
3
2
1,643
8417 Lemon Ave, La Mesa, CA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$975,000
12/24/25
3
2
1,210

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What Locals Say about La Mesa

At least 450 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 72 % Say parking is easy

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 66 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 65 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 55 % Say it's quiet

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say kids play outside

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 50 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 29 % Say there are community events

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  • Kambramcclish63
    "Excellent access to every major SD freeway in all directions from my home"
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    "I have spent a good part of my life in La Mesa, my grandparents settling here in 1957. I live in their house. I graduated from Helix in ‘81, my niece from Grossmont in 2 weeks. Other than getting a little crowded, La Mesa is a centrally located, youthful, and social community, great to raise a family."
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  • Marcus Bravo
    "Local farmers markets and Lake murray firework show on the 4th of July. Various other events in the community as well. "
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  • Bjqms5cvkj
    "Local farmers market on Friday. Oktoberfest, winter open house,classic car shows every summer in downtown la Mesa. Great Halloween in Rolando Blvd every year. "
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  • Zedrick.miller
    "All of the city parts that they have around the La Mesa area. Plus the lakes So you can do a lot of walking"
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  • Trulia User
    "Low noises, good neighbors, clean, close to everything, etc. is family oriented. Good places to go. "
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  • Jesscorral7195
    "The houses are all well kept and unique. You are by plenty of shopping and grocery stores. The downtown area is very nice "
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  • Trulia User
    "Several neighbors with same-aged kids so we have lots of get-togethers and play dates. Trick or treating is also good. "
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  • Meagan Rourke
    "Close to most freeways. Easy commute with little to no traffic in most areas. The area has side streets that can get you most places "
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  • Ramelep
    "Eucalyptus park is great and the views of the cross make for a great backdrop. There aren’t any events that stand out. Really it’s the quiet neighborhood and the views that make it grand."
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  • Sean Dudley
    "Not bad at all. Close to highways and easy access to downtown. I have never had an issue getting around since the 52 is typically the only highways that has any serious traffic during rush hour."
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  • Trulia User
    "They would love the friendly neighborhoods, easy access to parks and trails. And pet stores for food and accessories."
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  • Trulia User
    "It is a safe environment, good access to shopping, hospital, schools, freeway, it is quiet and people are friendly."
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  • Trulia User
    "the views, the people, the schools, the history, community events, unique homes, wildlife, unincorporated, no water usage limits, central to anything you could need. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Fairly easy due to most of my commute being against traffic. I use two highways and I live next to one of them."
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  • Trulia User
    "Its quiet, the neighbors are friendly, and all the local stores provide everything I need so I rarely venture out of my area."
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  • Trulia User
    "There is a lot of grass and sidewalks. Also Lake aMurray is right around cv the corner. Most people’s pets are friendly. "
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  • Trulia User
    "not sure about event's i only live here for 6 months.but is a great neighborhood to live in, safe and beautiful."
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  • Trulia User
    "I can easily get to any part of San Diego in 20 minutes. There is no traffic going south from here. "
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  • Chad T.
    "Great location with an amazing downtown! We are able to walk to get brunch on the weekends and enjoy the small town feel. Oktoberfest is amazing and the restaurants are all great! "
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  • Kerri B.
    "lots of dog parents, dog friendly businesses. Most apartments accept small dogs. "
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  • Gabe
    "Lots of dog walkers everyday. All-day long. 7 days a week. It’s unrelenting. You better lice dogs if you plan on living here"
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  • Tia G.
    "This is a great community. Home prices are reasonable and everybody is friendly. The schools rank very high and downtown La Mesa has really good restaurants."
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  • Lyandra L.
    "It’s very calm and peaceful. Plus a lot of close place to go to nearby. I really like the feel of the neighborhoods and the look of the houses."
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  • Dopey3492
    "love the area. lived in la mesa for 7yrs. enjoy grossmont center and the farmers market. love lake murray. made my home here ."
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  • Moses M.
    "There isn’t a lot of traffic and neighborhoods are quiet. There isn’t a lot of traffic and neighborhoods are quiet. G"
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  • Yeahgor V.
    "A lot of good well designed green parks with full equipped kid’s play grounds. La Mesa we are the strong community!"
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  • Kristin
    "I’ve live in La Mesa for 6 years and I enjoy that it is beautiful here and near shops restaurants, Lake Murray and SDSU. The trolley is close by also. People are friendly and for the most part take care of their yard and are respectful. "
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  • MARINA M.
    "Only 1 dog park so not a lot of places to let your dog off leash. But many parks and places to walk dogs on leash."
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  • Jeffrey D. T.
    "Neighborhood has homeless people and thieves. Cars constantly get broken into here. People trying to take their dogs into every place and it is all too expensive."
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  • Megan.ennesser
    "I work in Ramona so jumping on the 67 in the morning from the 8 is a breeze. I used to work in Scripps Ranch and the comings was less fun on the 15, mostly because more people were traveling in that direction. "
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  • Christina C.
    "there are many different types of dogs in the area. there is also the occasional homeless harassment otherwise it's fine"
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  • Jeffrey D. T.
    "Frequently hearing police pull people over. Seen at least three times cars broken into, including mine. Homeless people out and about and people not so friendly."
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  • Christina C.
    "it's right next to most high way exits and entrances, multiple schools and two different trolley stations"
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  • Joanette S.
    "Neighbors are very friendly and supportive. Very quiet with little to no car traffic. Lovely place to live"
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  • Grace P.
    "I work in La Jolla and the commute is bad. It takes 25 minutes without traffic, but it ranges from 1 hr to 1 1/2 hours each way when I’m aiming to fit a 9-5 routine. I have to leave my house near Lake Murray at 6 am every day to avoid traffic, beware of this."
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  • Vidar V.
    "you often see people walking their dogs and they always let you pet them. Sidewalks are clean and you very rarely see mess."
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  • Roberto C.
    "Good neighborhood and little league. Easy freeway access as well. Would recommend to people with families."
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  • Clcambruzzi
    "Many dog friendly areas all around town. People are always walking their dogs all around the neighborhood."
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  • Idys O. G.
    "everything is closed and very quiet city. fell like your are peace and handle all the time. are very closed the school, hospital, market , train, bus freeways and are very nice weather here . "
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Frequently asked questions about 8538 Boulder Dr

  • What is 8538 Boulder Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 8538 Boulder Dr in La Mesa, CA is $1,234,300.
  • Is La Mesa a buyer's or seller's market?
    La Mesa is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in La Mesa?
    The median sale price in La Mesa is $918K. That is up $7.08K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about La Mesa?
    Residents describe La Mesa, CA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in La Mesa, CA.
  • Does 8538 Boulder Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 8538 Boulder Dr in La Mesa, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 8538 Boulder Dr have a pool?
    Yes, 8538 Boulder Dr in La Mesa, CA has a pool.