INCREDIBLE VIEWS!! This property is perched perfectly to take in panoramic views from the Downtown San Diego Skyline all the way west to the Pacific Ocean horizon. There are views from nearly all rooms. It is a great opportunity to use the great bones to build a spectacular dream home, or just add a little TLC to make it your own as it is. Very spacious downstairs, private yard and patio space. Upstairs deck off of second bedroom has unobstructed views of all of San Diego, the bay, and Ocean.
Great family house as it is...but, If you have a project in mind, this property is just outside of the Coastal Commission boundary; which makes permitting and building a lot easier/shorter. Located in a very safe, desirable and friendly neighborhood, La Jolla Palisades. Easy access to all of La Jolla, Pacific Beach, shopping (New Gelson's Market is just down the street!) beaches, parks and all schools.
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
10,007 sq ftLot Size
$1,153Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Saxon Boucher•DRE #01968619• Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
•858-539-3145 (agent)
•saxon@saxonboucher.com (agent)
Bought with Jim Scott•DRE #00830226• James L. Scott, Broker
INCREDIBLE VIEWS!! This property is perched perfectly to take in panoramic views from the Downtown San Diego Skyline all the way west to the Pacific Ocean horizon. There are views from nearly all rooms. It is a great opportunity to use the great bones to build a spectacular dream home, or just add a little TLC to make it your own as it is. Very spacious downstairs, private yard and patio space. Upstairs deck off of second bedroom has unobstructed views of all of San Diego, the bay, and Ocean. Neighborhoods: La Jolla Palisades Equipment: Dryer,Garage Door Opener, Range/Oven, Washer Other Fees: 0 Sewer: Sewer Connected Topography: LL,GSL Bed 2 Dimension: 15x12 Bed 3 Dimension: 14x11 Breakfast Area Dim: 11x9 Dining Room Dimen: 13x11 Family Room Dim: 0x0 Kitchen Dim: 14x13 Living Room Dim: 24x15 Master Bedroom Dim: 19x16
Public Records
Aug 11, 2016
Sold
$2,950,000
$1,061/sq ft
SDMLS #120054189
Jun 18, 2013
Sold
$1,735,000
$624/sq ft
May 8, 2013
Pending
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Oct 29, 2012
Listed
$1,795,000
$646/sq ft
+20
This home is for lovers of beautiful views! Bay-city-ocean, day-and-night views are enjoyed from all major rooms. There is a large great room, a remodeled kitchen, formal and informal dining and an easy flow to the sun-splashed yard. The finishes are warm and lovely. This home has a "feel good" essence. Information herein is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and buyer to verify all prior to contingency removal.
SDMLS #100022892
Oct 12, 2010
Listing Removed
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Aug 24, 2010
Price Changed
$1,795,000
$646/sq ft
Aug 1, 2010
Price Changed
$1,875,000
$674/sq ft
Jun 14, 2010
Price Changed
$1,949,000
$701/sq ft
Apr 15, 2010
Listed
$1,995,000
$718/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 15, 2007
Sold
$1,750,000
$629/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$28,149 (+5.9%)
$1,894,072 + $355,136
$2,249,208
2024
$26,584 (+2.2%)
$1,856,934 + $348,173
$2,205,107
2023
$25,999 (+2.7%)
$1,820,524 + $341,347
$2,161,871
2022
$25,308 (+0.7%)
$1,784,828 + $334,654
$2,119,482
2021
$25,135 (+1.2%)
$1,749,832 + $328,093
$2,077,925
2020
$24,830 (+1.8%)
$1,715,522 + $321,660
$2,037,182
2019
$24,386 (+7.0%)
$1,697,932 + $318,362
$2,016,294
2018
$22,796 (+2.4%)
$1,664,640 + $312,120
$1,976,760
2017
$22,255
$1,600,000 + $300,000
$1,900,000
Tax history for 5503 Rutgers Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$28,149 (+5.9%)
$1,894,072 + $355,136
$2,249,208
2024
$26,584 (+2.2%)
$1,856,934 + $348,173
$2,205,107
2023
$25,999 (+2.7%)
$1,820,524 + $341,347
$2,161,871
2022
$25,308 (+0.7%)
$1,784,828 + $334,654
$2,119,482
2021
$25,135 (+1.2%)
$1,749,832 + $328,093
$2,077,925
2020
$24,830 (+1.8%)
$1,715,522 + $321,660
$2,037,182
2019
$24,386 (+7.0%)
$1,697,932 + $318,362
$2,016,294
2018
$22,796 (+2.4%)
$1,664,640 + $312,120
$1,976,760
2017
$22,255
$1,600,000 + $300,000
$1,900,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,014 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1978
Sq. Ft.
2,780
Year built
1978
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
3584801400
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
RS-1-4
LA JOLLA
CHLOZ
Residential-Single Unit Zone
The purpose of the RS zones is to provide appropriate regulations for the development of single dwelling units that accommodate a variety of lot sizes and residential dwelling types and which promote neighborhood quality, character, and livability. It is intended that these zones provide for flexibility in development regulations that allow reasonable use of property while minimizing adverse impacts to adjacent properties.
Zone overlays
Coastal Height Limit Overlay Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Recreation
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Parking Spaces: 2
# of Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Non-Garage Parking: Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Master Bedroom Dimensions: 19x16
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 15 x 12
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 14 x 11
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces(s): 1
Fireplace Information: Fireplace in Living Room
Interior Features
Equipment: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Heating & Cooling
Heat Source: Natural Gas
Heat Equipment: Fireplace, Forced Air Unit
Laundry Information
Laundry Location: Laundry Room
Laundry Utilities: Electric
Room Information
Square Feet (Estimated): 2,780
Breakfast Area Dimensions: 11 x 9
Dining Room Dimensions: 13 x 11
Family Room Dimensions:
Kitchen Dimensions: 14 x 13
Living Room Dimensions: 24 x 15
Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Dining Room/Separate, Great Room, Storage Room