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Newest La Jolla Historical Properties for Sale

$5,250,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ NDP2606728 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

The iconic Lowry McClanahan/Thomas Shepherd Residence is available an architectural jewel and historically designated landmark (HRB No. 710), complete with a Mills Act agreement for significant property tax savings. Tucked away on a quiet street in the esteemed La Jolla Hills and designed in 1936 by Master Architect, Thomas Shepherd, this Colonial Revival estate has been lovingly restored, offering timeless elegance across a generous .33-acre lot framed by lush privacy hedges and manicured gardens. Every detail of this home speaks to its pedigree from the original oak flooring, intricate millwork, and built-ins, to the natural light that fills each carefully curated space. The main level offers a versatile layout ideal for modern living and entertaining. The grand living room features classic wainscoting, an original masonry fireplace, and French doors that open to a serene loggia with views of the expansive backyard. A charming formal dining room with bay window and corner built-ins flows into a beautifully updated chefs kitchen and butlers pantry, complete with creamy white cabinetry, Corian countertops, paneled appliances, and a walnut-topped center island. Step onto the elevated entertaining deck or enjoy alfresco dining surrounded by roses below. Upstairs, three spacious bedrooms and two full baths include a private primary suite with dual walk-in closets and a sun-drenched en-suite bath. A cozy den, powder room, and rare basement/utility space add to the homes function and charm. 7716 Lookout Drive is more than just a residence its a legacy. A rare offering to own The iconic Lowry McClanahan/Thomas Shepherd Residence is available an architectural jewel and historically designated landmark (HRB No. 710), complete with a Mills Act agreement for significant property tax savings. Tucked away on a quiet street in the esteemed La Jolla Hills and designed in 1936 by Master Architect, Thomas Shepherd, this Colonial Revival estate has been lovingly restored, offering timeless elegance across a generous .33-acre lot framed by lush privacy hedges and manicured gardens. Every detail of this home speaks to its pedigree from the original oak flooring, intricate millwork, and built-ins, to the natural light that fills each carefully curated space. The main level offers a versatile layout ideal for modern living and entertaining. The grand living room features classic wainscoting, an original masonry fireplace, and French doors that open to a serene loggia with views of the expansive backyard. A charming formal dining room with bay window and corner built-ins flows into a beautifully updated chefs kitchen and butlers pantry, complete with creamy white cabinetry, Corian countertops, paneled appliances, and a walnut-topped center island. Step onto the elevated entertaining deck or enjoy alfresco dining surrounded by roses below. Upstairs, three spacious bedrooms and two full baths include a private primary suite with dual walk-in closets and a sun-drenched en-suite bath. A cozy den, powder room, and rare basement/utility space add to the homes function and charm. 7716 Lookout Drive is more than just a residence its a legacy. A rare offering to own a masterwork of La Jollas architectural heritage and create the next chapter in its storied history.

7716 Lookout Dr, La Jolla

$3,899,000

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ NDP2606610 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Extraordinary homes deserve extraordinary locations, and few compare to this one. Welcome to La Jolla Shores, where this rare generational offering presents an exceptional opportunity to own just a half dozen homes from one of Southern California's most iconic beaches. Lovingly held by the same family for more than 60 years, this is more than a homeit's an opportunity to create a legacy in one of San Diego's most coveted coastal neighborhoods. Offering just under 3,000 square feet, the residence captures the relaxed elegance of La Jolla's beach lifestyle open-beam ceilings, expansive walls of glass that bathe the home in natural light, ocean views, Soledad Mountain vistas, and views toward the iconic La Jolla Cove and the Shores Beach. The flexible floor plan includes two fully equipped kitchens, making it ideal for multigenerational living, extended family, guests, or creating private living quarters. Move in and enjoy this cherished family home as it is today, or bring your own architectural vision to create a custom luxury beach home worthy of this extraordinary location. Life here is all about the lifestyle. Begin your mornings with a walk along the sand, launch a kayak or paddleboard into the calm waters of La Jolla Shores, snorkel or scuba dive through the world-famous La Jolla Underwater Park, or enjoy a leisurely walk to the landmark Scripps Pier, one of Southern California's most recognizable coastal icons. Just minutes away, legendary Black's Beach offers one of California's premier surfing destinations, while the surrounding coastline provides endless opportuniti Extraordinary homes deserve extraordinary locations, and few compare to this one. Welcome to La Jolla Shores, where this rare generational offering presents an exceptional opportunity to own just a half dozen homes from one of Southern California's most iconic beaches. Lovingly held by the same family for more than 60 years, this is more than a homeit's an opportunity to create a legacy in one of San Diego's most coveted coastal neighborhoods. Offering just under 3,000 square feet, the residence captures the relaxed elegance of La Jolla's beach lifestyle open-beam ceilings, expansive walls of glass that bathe the home in natural light, ocean views, Soledad Mountain vistas, and views toward the iconic La Jolla Cove and the Shores Beach. The flexible floor plan includes two fully equipped kitchens, making it ideal for multigenerational living, extended family, guests, or creating private living quarters. Move in and enjoy this cherished family home as it is today, or bring your own architectural vision to create a custom luxury beach home worthy of this extraordinary location. Life here is all about the lifestyle. Begin your mornings with a walk along the sand, launch a kayak or paddleboard into the calm waters of La Jolla Shores, snorkel or scuba dive through the world-famous La Jolla Underwater Park, or enjoy a leisurely walk to the landmark Scripps Pier, one of Southern California's most recognizable coastal icons. Just minutes away, legendary Black's Beach offers one of California's premier surfing destinations, while the surrounding coastline provides endless opportunities for swimming, fishing, boating, tide pooling, and year-round outdoor recreation. Just a few blocks from the home, Avenida de la Playa has become the vibrant heart of La Jolla Shores, offering an inviting collection of cafs, wine bars, restaurants, boutique shopping, surf and snorkel outfitters, and a welcoming village atmosphere. Enjoy waterfront dining at the world-famous Marine Room, celebrated for its unforgettable high-tide dining experience, or spend the day enjoying the exclusive coastal ambiance surrounding the prestigious La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club. Whether meeting friends for coffee, renting paddleboards, enjoying fresh seafood, or watching the sunset after a day at the beach, everything that makes La Jolla Shores one of California's most desirable communities is just moments from your front door. Generational opportunities like this seldom become available. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, an elegant coastal retreat, or a long-term investment in one of Southern California's most prestigious beach communities, this home offers an exceptional combination of location, lifestyle, flexibility, and future potential. Imagine designing your dream luxury residence while preserving the warmth and character that have made this home a treasured family gathering place for decades. This is more than a homeit is an invitation to experience the very best of La Jolla Shores, where world-class beaches, surfing, sailing, kayaking, fine dining, boutique shopping, renowned coastal landmarks, and timeless California living come together just steps from your front door. Opportunities to own in this extraordinary location are rare. Opportunities like this are unforgettable.

8463 Paseo Del Ocaso, La Jolla

$4,000,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ NDP2606068 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Set in the heart of one of La Jolla's best neighborhoods, this Spanish Revival style home offers an enviable combination of ocean views, privacy and essentially single-level living, all just minutes from the Village. The main, entry level holds the primary bedroom, a second bedroom and a private office with fireplace, all with ocean views, while two additional bedrooms, laundry and the garage are tucked below. High ceilings, a beautiful fireplace and French doors that open the living room to the entry patio create a wonderful flow for both everyday living and entertaining, as does the spacious dining room with a butler's pantry. The kitchen has a charming built-in breakfast nook. The home sits on a large lot adjacent to a decommissioned City reservoir, which gives it an unusually open, expansive feeling rarely found this close to the coast. Believed to be a 1927/28 work of Lilian Rice, the home retains its original character: white stucco, clay tile, deeply recessed openings, an intimate courtyard, and interiors with the details of a master architect. The house creates a rare opportunity for a buyer looking to put their own stamp on a true La Jolla classic in one of the area's most desirable enclaves. Set in the heart of one of La Jolla's best neighborhoods, this Spanish Revival style home offers an enviable combination of ocean views, privacy and essentially single-level living, all just minutes from the Village. The main, entry level holds the primary bedroom, a second bedroom and a private office with fireplace, all with ocean views, while two additional bedrooms, laundry and the garage are tucked below. High ceilings, a beautiful fireplace and French doors that open the living room to the entry patio create a wonderful flow for both everyday living and entertaining, as does the spacious dining room with a butler's pantry. The kitchen has a charming built-in breakfast nook. The home sits on a large lot adjacent to a decommissioned City reservoir, which gives it an unusually open, expansive feeling rarely found this close to the coast. Believed to be a 1927/28 work of Lilian Rice, the home retains its original character: white stucco, clay tile, deeply recessed openings, an intimate courtyard, and interiors with the details of a master architect. The house creates a rare opportunity for a buyer looking to put their own stamp on a true La Jolla classic in one of the area's most desirable enclaves.

1406 La Jolla Knl, La Jolla

$6,689,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ NDP2605889 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

SELLER IS OPEN TO CREATIVE / SELLER FINANCING! Set on an oversized, elevated corner lot in the heart of Bird Rock, this newly constructed residence is what coastal La Jolla living is supposed to feel like and is now being offered for sale with a Lease-to-Own option for the right buyer! This entertainer's dream home is just over 3,100 square feet and consists of 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and an attached junior ADU perfect for friends, family, or rental income. The heart of the home is an expansive chef's kitchen built around Viking and Miele appliances and highly sought-after Taj Mahal Quartzite countertops, all seamlessly flowing into the outdoor entertainment areas through bi-folding doors. DuChateau hardwood floors and custom cabinetry carry throughout, with solid walnut countertops in the secondary bathrooms adding the kind of detail you only find in new construction homes built with care. Upstairs, the primary suite opens through its own bi-folding doors to a private rooftop deck with blue-water ocean views, your own quiet perch to take in every beautiful La Jolla sunset. A second rooftop deck serves the rest of the home, an entertainer's vantage point where panoramic ocean views and evening light do all the talking, ready for everything from a glass of wine at golden hour to a full gathering under the stars. This home is perfectly positioned on a quiet, residential corner of Bird Rock, offering a sense of calm privacy while keeping you just a short walk from beaches, Bird Rock Elementary, and local favorites like Beaumont's and Bird Rock Coffee Roasters. Whether you'r SELLER IS OPEN TO CREATIVE / SELLER FINANCING! Set on an oversized, elevated corner lot in the heart of Bird Rock, this newly constructed residence is what coastal La Jolla living is supposed to feel like and is now being offered for sale with a Lease-to-Own option for the right buyer! This entertainer's dream home is just over 3,100 square feet and consists of 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and an attached junior ADU perfect for friends, family, or rental income. The heart of the home is an expansive chef's kitchen built around Viking and Miele appliances and highly sought-after Taj Mahal Quartzite countertops, all seamlessly flowing into the outdoor entertainment areas through bi-folding doors. DuChateau hardwood floors and custom cabinetry carry throughout, with solid walnut countertops in the secondary bathrooms adding the kind of detail you only find in new construction homes built with care. Upstairs, the primary suite opens through its own bi-folding doors to a private rooftop deck with blue-water ocean views, your own quiet perch to take in every beautiful La Jolla sunset. A second rooftop deck serves the rest of the home, an entertainer's vantage point where panoramic ocean views and evening light do all the talking, ready for everything from a glass of wine at golden hour to a full gathering under the stars. This home is perfectly positioned on a quiet, residential corner of Bird Rock, offering a sense of calm privacy while keeping you just a short walk from beaches, Bird Rock Elementary, and local favorites like Beaumont's and Bird Rock Coffee Roasters. Whether you're after a primary residence or a true lock-and-leave coastal retreat, this is a rare opportunity to own one of Bird Rock's finest new construction homes, with a Lease-to-Own option available for the right buyer.

5610 Bellevue Ave, La Jolla

$5,750,000

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 260013689 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

An exceptional opportunity in the heart of La Jolla, this newly-designated historic American Lodge, built by the Helms family, has been approved for the Mills Act—an important tax benefit for buyers and a rare preservation incentive. Poised for thoughtful restoration or development, the property sits on a generous lot with inspiring 180° ocean views from the front including north shore views of the Shores, Scripps Pier, Blacks Beach, and Glider Port. The home exudes a timeless warmth and charm with its expansive redwood-lined living room, while additional picturesque seaside elements are found throughout the interior and exterior spaces. A large back deck is the perfect place to host family and friends while enjoying endless sunny days and Pacific and coastline views. Enjoy unparalleled walkability to the Village’s world-class restaurants and boutiques, the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD), and TripAdvisor’s recently rated #1 beach in the U.S., La Jolla Cove. Ideal for a buyer seeking a historic treasure with development potential and prime access to La Jolla’s cultural and coastal amenities.

1570 Virginia Way, La Jolla

$5,995,000

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 260013220 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Welcome to 6714 Muirlands Drive, La Jolla. This stunning residence has been fully renovated inside, showcasing an elegant Tudor-style exterior with a blend of traditional and modern interior upgrades. Originally built in 1933, this historic La Jolla home is currently under review for Mills Act Historic designation, potentially offering property tax reductions for future owners. As you enter through the front gate, you're greeted by a charming front patio area adorned with bright wildflowers, brick pathways, and multiple seating areas. Stepping through the front door, you'll find rich, dark wood floors interspersed with grey and white checkered tiles, wood-beamed ceilings, and clean white walls. The living room is a relaxing haven, complete with a gas fireplace, cozy lounging areas, and picture windows offering views of the backyard and blue ocean. The vintage arched entryways lead you to the dining room, where you can enjoy meals with stunning views of the Pacific. The heart of the home is the kitchen, featuring white marble countertops, custom white cabinetry, double sinks, double dishwashers, and a spacious kitchen island with ample seating. The kitchen also includes an adjacent dining area and coffee nook, with black custom cabinetry, under-counter refrigerators and a built-in window bench overlooking the blossoming flowers in the front courtyard. Outside, you'll find a magnificent pool and spa, a wrap-around wood deck with multiple seating areas, an outdoor kitchen/BBQ area, a brand-new wood sauna, a vegetable garden, and ample grassy space for kids and pets— The second level includes the primary bedroom with a walk-in closet, a bathroom with double vanities, and a glass-enclosed shower. Also, yet another custom window bench perfect for reading, offering views of the Pacific Ocean. Down the hall, an office with access to a spacious balcony sits adjacent to the home's secondary living room, which features a fireplace, custom seating, and ocean views. The second guest bedroom offers ample space, a full bathroom, more ocean views and an optional bedroom/loft area, up its dedicated staircase, ideal for yoga, storage, or an additional bedroom. The custom wallpapered laundry room completes the second level. The third level boasts two guest bedrooms, both with picturesque ocean views, and a full bathroom with white marble, double vanities and bathtub/shower. This home is more than just a residence; it's a piece of history and the ultimate Southern California dream home. It's just a short drive to La Jolla Cove, the best restaurants and shops, and, of course, world-renowned beaches of La Jolla. Welcome home.

6714 Muirlands, La Jolla

$3,490,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 240019065 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Great House with development potential. In the future Build your Dream home by Remodeling this house. One of the Last "undeveloped" houses on a Lot with Views of the Ocean just a few yards away. In Bird Rock La Jolla with a fantastic access to the Bird Rock Commercial District with Restaurants and unique shops, medical offices, Markets CVS Pharmacy Etc. within short walking distance.

5641 Chelsea Ave, La Jolla

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