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Off market feb 2016 for $4M

$7,007,753

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $26,963/mo

•

5,436

sq ft

5821 Rutgers Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037

About this home

Here we have a gracious single level home designed by master architect Thomas Shepherd on an approximately 1 acre usable site with fabulous ocean, bay and downtown views! This timeless estate features impressive indoor and outdoor entertaining areas, elegant architecture with high ceilings, ornate details and custom millwork throughout, including crown moldings. Adding to the appeal are amenities such as generous spaces, sprawling, private grounds, gardens, and a gated, circular driveway with a detached 3 car over-sized garage. Located on the sunny side of the hill among large, newer homes in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in La Jolla, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to preserve and update the well designed existing residence or create your dream home. Sites of this size with views this expansive are exceedingly rare in La Jolla, and this one in particular is not to be missed! Buyer to verify all information prior to close of escrow. . Neighborhoods: La Jolla Mesa Equipment: Range/Oven Other Fees: 0 Sewer: Sewer Connected Topography: LL

Single-familyProperty Type

1971Year Built

0.98 acresLot Size

$1,289Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 garage spacesParking

Listed by Drew Nelson •DRE #01376023 • Willis Allen Real Estate

Listed by Timothy Nelson •DRE #01801493 • Willis Allen Real Estate

Bought with Susana Corrigan •DRE #00837598 • Berkshire Hathaway HomeService

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•Source:CRMLS #150049509

Redfin Estimate

$7,007,753

$3.0M since sold in February 2016$15K since October

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This home's estimate is 43% higher than the average sale price ($4.90M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 13, 2026
5875 La Jolla Mesa Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037
$6,800,000
A
5 beds4.5 baths4,391 sq ft
5875 La Jolla Mesa Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037
Damico Realty Group
SOLD AUG 27, 2026
$4,100,000
B
6 beds4 baths3,133 sq ft
1865 El Camino Del Teatro, La Jolla, CA 92037
SOLD DEC 8, 2025
$7,750,000
C
6 beds4.5 baths6,266 sq ft
1654 La Jolla Rancho Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037
SOLD OCT 6, 2026
$4,100,000
D
4 beds4.5 baths2,832 sq ft
1010 La Jolla Rancho Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037
Willis Allen Real Estate
SOLD OCT 21, 2026
$3,200,000
E
5 beds3 baths3,327 sq ft
5545 Coral Reef Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037
SOLD APR 1, 2026
$3,450,000
F
4 beds3 baths3,432 sq ft
1640 El Paso Real Real, La Jolla, CA 92037

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Market trends in Jolla Mesa, CA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

98.5%

0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$3.3M

$2M MoM

Avg. days on market

110d

32 days MoM

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3 MoM

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This custom home has a huge circular driveway with a detached garage suitable for 4 cars. Loads of character and charm throughout. The master suite has 2 separate bathrooms. The kitchen is tucked away and simply utilitarian. High ceilings and...
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Sale history for 5821 Rutgers Rd

Date

Event

Price

CRMLS #150049509

Feb 17, 2016

Sold

$4,050,000

$745/sq ft

Jan 12, 2016

Pending

—

Nov 6, 2015

Price Changed

$4,495,000

$827/sq ft

Sep 9, 2015

Listed

$4,950,000

$911/sq ft

Sep 9, 2015

Listed

$4,495,000

$827/sq ft

+20

Adding to the appeal are amenities such as generous spaces, sprawling, private grounds, gardens, and a gated, circular driveway with a detached 3 car over-sized garage. Located on the sunny side of the hill among large, newer homes in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in La Jolla, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to preserve and update the well designed existing residence or create your dream home. Sites of this size with views this expansive are exceedingly rare in La Jolla, and this one in particular is not to be missed! Buyer to verify all information prior to close of escrow.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$93,894 (+4.5%)

$3,863,913 + $3,745,193

$7,609,106

2024

$89,850 (+8.7%)

$3,788,150 + $3,671,758

$7,459,908

2023

$82,681 (+2.7%)

$3,713,873 + $3,599,763

$7,313,636

2022

$80,482 (+0.7%)

$3,641,052 + $3,105,180

$6,746,232

2021

$79,931 (+1.2%)

$3,569,659 + $3,044,295

$6,613,954

2020

$78,960 (+11.9%)

$3,499,666 + $2,984,603

$6,484,269

2019

$70,575 (+26.5%)

$3,463,782 + $2,954,000

$6,417,782

2018

$55,787 (+15.4%)

$3,395,865 + $2,330,000

$5,725,865

2017

$48,351 (+443.9%)

$3,264,000 + $867,000

$4,131,000

2016

$8,889 (+1.5%)

$3,264,000 + $867,000

$4,131,000

2015

$8,757 (+1.6%)

$155,333 + $606,155

$761,488

2014

$8,617 (+0.1%)

$150,003 + $585,355

$735,358

2013

$8,606 (+8.5%)

$150,003 + $585,355

$735,358

2012

$7,930 (+1.9%)

$149,326 + $582,710

$732,036

2011

$7,782 (+1.8%)

$146,399 + $571,285

$717,684

2010

$7,646 (−0.3%)

$143,529 + $560,084

$703,613

2009

$7,667 (+3.7%)

$142,457 + $555,899

$698,356

2008

$7,396

$142,796 + $557,220

$700,016

Tax history for 5821 Rutgers Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$93,894 (+4.5%)

$3,863,913 + $3,745,193

$7,609,106

2024

$89,850 (+8.7%)

$3,788,150 + $3,671,758

$7,459,908

2023

$82,681 (+2.7%)

$3,713,873 + $3,599,763

$7,313,636

2022

$80,482 (+0.7%)

$3,641,052 + $3,105,180

$6,746,232

2021

$79,931 (+1.2%)

$3,569,659 + $3,044,295

$6,613,954

2020

$78,960 (+11.9%)

$3,499,666 + $2,984,603

$6,484,269

2019

$70,575 (+26.5%)

$3,463,782 + $2,954,000

$6,417,782

2018

$55,787 (+15.4%)

$3,395,865 + $2,330,000

$5,725,865

2017

$48,351 (+443.9%)

$3,264,000 + $867,000

$4,131,000

2016

$8,889 (+1.5%)

$3,264,000 + $867,000

$4,131,000

2015

$8,757 (+1.6%)

$155,333 + $606,155

$761,488

2014

$8,617 (+0.1%)

$150,003 + $585,355

$735,358

2013

$8,606 (+8.5%)

$150,003 + $585,355

$735,358

2012

$7,930 (+1.9%)

$149,326 + $582,710

$732,036

2011

$7,782 (+1.8%)

$146,399 + $571,285

$717,684

2010

$7,646 (−0.3%)

$143,529 + $560,084

$703,613

2009

$7,667 (+3.7%)

$142,457 + $555,899

$698,356

2008

$7,396

$142,796 + $557,220

$700,016

*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
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.98 Acres

Year renovated

2019

Sq. Ft.

7,895

Year built

2019

Style

Single Family Residential

County

San Diego County

APN

3581430300

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.

RS-1-2

CHLOZ

LA JOLLA

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

Oct 29, 2018 • Final

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Battery

Electrical

Solar

Sep 7, 2018 • Active

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Electrical

Solar

Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.

Property details

Parking

Parking / Garage Information
Uncovered Spaces: 10
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Driveway
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 13

Interior

Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Individual Room

Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Trash Compactor
Has Appliances
Area, Formal Dining Room

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
# of Baths (1/2): 1

Room Information
Main Floor Bedroom, Family Room, Formal Entry, Main Floor Primary Bedroom

Fireplace Information
Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Has Fireplace

Flooring Information
Carpet, Stone, Tile, Wood

Heating Information
Electric, Radiant
Has Heating

Interior Features
Levels: One

Exterior

Exterior Information
Roof: Roll
Construction Materials: Stucco

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Stone
Has Patio
Pool Features: None

Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data

Property Information
Parcel Number: 3581430300
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View

Location

Location Information
Latitude: 32.82129700
Longitude: -117.25456400
Other Subdivision Name: La Jolla
Directions: Cross Street: La Jolla Scenic Dr. S..
Subdivision Name: La Jolla

Public facts

Beds: 6
Baths: 8.0
Sq. Ft.: 7,895
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.98 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2019
Year Renovated: 2019
County: San Diego County
APN: 3581430300

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 125
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 125

Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Drew
List Agent Last Name: Nelson
Co-List Agent First Name: Timothy
Co-List Agent Last Name: Nelson

Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Willis Allen Real Estate
Co-List Office Name: Willis Allen Real Estate

Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Susana
Buyer Agent Last Name: Corrigan

Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeService

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Schools

Bird Rock Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi

9/10

Muirlands Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi

9/10

La Jolla High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi

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

2/10 Heat Factor

3 days above 86° expected this year, 9 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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In this area, properties receive around 8.2 hours in June and 7.3 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$6.73M – $8.15M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5848 Rutgers Rd, La Jolla, CA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3434 Sq. Ft.	$4,835,152
5780 Rutgers Rd, La Jolla, CA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5569 Sq. Ft.	$6,055,747

Address	Redfin Estimate
5833 Rutgers Rd, La Jolla, CA 6 Beds \| 7 Baths \| 8586 Sq. Ft.	$16,987,995
5760 Rutgers Rd, La Jolla, CA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2354 Sq. Ft.	$2,927,384

Address	Redfin Estimate
5811 Rutgers Rd, La Jolla, CA 6 Beds \| 8 Baths \| 10828 Sq. Ft.	$11,962,046
5791 Rutgers Rd, La Jolla, CA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2500 Sq. Ft.	$3,593,718

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