One Acre View site close to La Jolla Shores. This is an amazing opportunity to either live in this charming ranch style home or build your dream home with approved plans. The existing home is single level 4 BR/4BA, vaulted beam ceilings, 2 wood burning fireplaces with a huge south facing backyard. Unique Building opportunity, this site is ready to have a beautiful new home with a full set of approved plans for a 5276 +sqft new home designed by Tim Martin. Coastal permit has been granted, recorded and paid. Both building and grading permits have been approved for this site. Plans available for review, this saves 2 years in planning for someone who desires to build their dream home in a private location with ocean views. This property in La Jolla’s Hidden Valley neighborhood provides convenient highway access, as well as close proximity to the San Diego International airport, local restaurants and local universities. Sunsets over La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club this property has endless opportunities!. Neighborhoods: La Jolla Shores Other Fees: 0 Sewer: Sewer Connected Topography: LL, GSL
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$1,264Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Melissa McNally•DRE #00958197• Willis Allen Real Estate
Bought with Greg Noonan•DRE #00655720• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
One Acre View site close to La Jolla Shores.This is an amazing opportunity to either live in this charming ranch style home or build your dream home with approved plans. The existing home is single level 4 BR/4BA, vaulted beam ceilings, 2 wood burning fireplaces with a huge south facing backyard. Unique Building opportunity, this site is ready to have a beautiful new home with a full set of approved plans for a 5276 +sqft new home designed by Tim Martin. Coastal permit has been granted, recorded and paid. Both building and grading permits have been approved for this site. Plans available for review, this saves 2 years in planning for someone who desires to build their dream home in a private location with ocean views. This property in La Jolla’s Hidden Valley neighborhood provides convenient highway access, as well as close proximity to the San Diego International airport, local restaurants and local universities. Sunsets over La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club this property has endless opportunities!. Neighborhoods: La Jolla Shores Other Fees: 0 Sewer: Sewer Connected Topography: LL,GSL
SDMLS #140053605
Dec 22, 2014
Sold
$2,495,000
$700/sq ft
Dec 22, 2014
Sold
$2,495,000
$700/sq ft
Oct 10, 2014
Pending
—
Oct 1, 2014
Listed
$2,495,000
$700/sq ft
Oct 1, 2014
Listed
$2,495,000
$700/sq ft
+6
Land, location and views. This spectacular one acre , elevated ocean view property offers a single level ranch style home with 4 bedrooms and 4 baths, office/artist studio, vaulted redwood beamed ceilings in both the living room and dining room. There are 2 wood burning fireplaces and a sunny south facing backyard. The winding driveway leads up to a private, gated home with spacious grounds. Ocean and big sunset views are captured over the La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club. A location in La Jolla's Hidden...
Valley neighborhood provides convenient freeway access, as well as close proximity to the San Diego International Airport, downtown theaters, restaurants, the beach and local universities. A great opportunity to renovate this charming ranch style home, re-design the inviting gardens and there is plenty of room to add a pool or spectacular water feature. This happy family home has been enjoyed by one family over the past 37 years....will you be the next fortunate owner?
Public Records
Jun 1, 1977
Sold
$217,000
$61/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$37,486 (+5.4%)
$2,843,432 + $174,084
$3,017,516
2024
$35,567 (+2.3%)
$2,787,679 + $170,671
$2,958,350
2023
$34,783 (+2.7%)
$2,733,019 + $167,325
$2,900,344
2022
$33,856 (+0.4%)
$2,679,431 + $164,045
$2,843,476
2021
$33,709 (+1.2%)
$2,626,894 + $160,829
$2,787,723
2020
$33,300 (+1.8%)
$2,575,387 + $157,676
$2,733,063
2019
$32,705 (−2.8%)
$2,548,980 + $156,060
$2,705,040
2018
$33,639 (+2.4%)
$2,499,000 + $153,000
$2,652,000
2017
$32,841 (+10.3%)
$2,550,000 + $255,000
$2,805,000
2016
$29,775 (+1.5%)
$2,550,000 + $255,000
$2,805,000
2015
$29,335 (+584.8%)
$2,335,075 + $197,973
$2,533,048
2014
$4,284 (+0.1%)
$205,038 + $162,822
$367,860
2013
$4,279 (+8.5%)
$205,038 + $162,822
$367,860
2012
$3,943 (+1.9%)
$204,112 + $162,087
$366,199
2011
$3,869 (+1.8%)
$200,110 + $158,909
$359,019
2010
$3,802 (−0.3%)
$196,187 + $155,794
$351,981
2009
$3,812 (+3.7%)
$194,721 + $154,630
$349,351
2008
$3,677
$195,184 + $154,998
$350,182
Tax history for 2488 Hidden Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$37,486 (+5.4%)
$2,843,432 + $174,084
$3,017,516
2024
$35,567 (+2.3%)
$2,787,679 + $170,671
$2,958,350
2023
$34,783 (+2.7%)
$2,733,019 + $167,325
$2,900,344
2022
$33,856 (+0.4%)
$2,679,431 + $164,045
$2,843,476
2021
$33,709 (+1.2%)
$2,626,894 + $160,829
$2,787,723
2020
$33,300 (+1.8%)
$2,575,387 + $157,676
$2,733,063
2019
$32,705 (−2.8%)
$2,548,980 + $156,060
$2,705,040
2018
$33,639 (+2.4%)
$2,499,000 + $153,000
$2,652,000
2017
$32,841 (+10.3%)
$2,550,000 + $255,000
$2,805,000
2016
$29,775 (+1.5%)
$2,550,000 + $255,000
$2,805,000
2015
$29,335 (+584.8%)
$2,335,075 + $197,973
$2,533,048
2014
$4,284 (+0.1%)
$205,038 + $162,822
$367,860
2013
$4,279 (+8.5%)
$205,038 + $162,822
$367,860
2012
$3,943 (+1.9%)
$204,112 + $162,087
$366,199
2011
$3,869 (+1.8%)
$200,110 + $158,909
$359,019
2010
$3,802 (−0.3%)
$196,187 + $155,794
$351,981
2009
$3,812 (+3.7%)
$194,721 + $154,630
$349,351
2008
$3,677
$195,184 + $154,998
$350,182
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
1952
Sq. Ft.
3,566
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
3520832000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Uncovered Spaces: 6
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 8
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, In Garage
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Has Appliances
Area
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
Room Information
Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Fireplace Information
Family Room, Living Room
Has Fireplace
Heating Information
Natural Gas, Forced Air, See Remarks
Has Heating
Interior Features
Levels: One
Exterior
Exterior Information
Roof: See Remarks
Fencing: Partial, Chain Link, Wood
Has Fence
Construction Materials: Brick
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Stone
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Has Sprinklers
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Sprinkler System
Property Information
Parcel Number: 3520832000
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Walk Score: 43
Location
Location Information
Latitude: 32.84833500
Longitude: -117.25170100
Other Subdivision Name: La Jolla Shores
Directions: Torrey Pines to Hidden Valley Road. Cross Street: La Jolla Parkway.
Subdivision Name: La Jolla
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,566
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: 1952
County: San Diego County
APN: 3520832000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 169
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 169
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Melissa
List Agent Last Name: McNally
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Willis Allen Real Estate
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Greg
Buyer Agent Last Name: Noonan
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Around this home
Schools
La Jolla Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi
10/10
Muirlands Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
9/10
La Jolla High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 86° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
La Jolla, CA • 92037
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.4 hours in
June and 7.3 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.4 hrs
7.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$4.28M – $5.18M
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