A rare coastal masterpiece—this reimagined single-level La Jolla retreat celebrates timeless mid-century design, modern luxury, and truly breathtaking ocean views. Perfectly sited on a private cul-de-sac, the home captures sweeping panoramas of the Pacific that stretch from sunrise to golden sunset, framed by walls of glass and soaring vaulted ceilings. Experience effortless indoor-outdoor living with a designer kitchen featuring rift-cut oak cabinetry, terrazzo floors, and Caesarstone counters that flow seamlessly to expansive terraces complete with an outdoor kitchen, fire pit, and multiple lounge areas. The spa-inspired primary suite offers a wet room with dual showers and a soaking tub overlooking lush canyon vistas. With room for a pool or ADU, this rare sanctuary delivers privacy, sophistication, and some of La Jolla’s most captivating ocean views—an extraordinary offering of coastal elegance.
Muirlands, located between La Jolla Village and Bird Rock, is a residential and coastal-hillside San Diego neighborhood with curving canyon streets and ocean-view ridgelines. The area reads as mid-century ranch homes and custom contemporary builds set behind mature landscaping and stone walls. Much of the neighborhood’s character concentrates around the La Jolla Boulevard corridor near Bird Rock, where sidewalk cafes, surf-and-bike shops, and small studios set a relaxed coastal rhythm. Community pillars nearby include The Lot La Jolla for indie films, Warwick’s for author talks and browsing, and The Comedy Store for late-night sets. Calumet Park and the Coast Walk Trail frame daily routines with blufftop paths and pocket greens. The terrain stays quiet and elevated, with quick shifts from canyon shade to open-sky overlooks.
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Market insights
5851 Box Canyon Rd · $3,695,000
DAYS ON MARKET
60 days
The average home goes pending in 25 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.7%
Most homes are selling 0% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$3,695,000
Median sale price in this area is $1,108,936. (70% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
21% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: San Diego Association of REALTOR
Sale and tax history for 5851 Box Canyon Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Aug 7, 2026
Sold
$3,332,000
$1,647/sq ft
SDMLS #250041504
Dec 11, 2025
Pending
—
Oct 12, 2025
Listed
$3,695,000
$1,826/sq ft
SDMLS #250038452
Oct 2, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Sep 9, 2025
Listed
$3,700,000
$1,829/sq ft
SDMLS #250031516
Sep 8, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Aug 12, 2025
Price Changed
$3,788,000
$1,872/sq ft
Jul 23, 2025
Price Changed
$3,888,000
$1,922/sq ft
Jun 24, 2025
Listed
$3,988,000
$1,971/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 22, 2024
Sold
$2,350,000
$1,162/sq ft
SDMLS #240023445
Oct 15, 2024
Pending
—
Oct 3, 2024
Listed
$2,450,000
$1,211/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$29,962 (+1,230.6%)
$2,040,000 + $357,000
$2,397,000
2024
$2,252 (+2.4%)
$2,000,000 + $350,000
$2,350,000
2023
$2,200 (+2.8%)
$98,509 + $88,985
$187,494
2022
$2,140 (+0.8%)
$96,578 + $87,241
$183,819
2021
$2,124 (+1.3%)
$94,685 + $85,531
$180,216
2020
$2,097 (+1.9%)
$92,829 + $83,854
$176,683
2019
$2,059 (+7.0%)
$91,878 + $82,995
$174,873
2018
$1,925 (+2.5%)
$90,077 + $81,368
$171,445
2017
$1,877 (+1.8%)
$86,580 + $78,209
$164,789
2016
$1,844 (+1.5%)
$86,580 + $78,209
$164,789
2015
$1,816 (+1.6%)
$84,883 + $76,676
$161,559
2014
$1,787 (+0.1%)
$81,971 + $74,046
$156,017
2013
$1,785 (+8.5%)
$81,971 + $74,046
$156,017
2012
$1,645 (+1.9%)
$81,601 + $73,712
$155,313
2011
$1,614 (+1.8%)
$80,001 + $72,267
$152,268
2010
$1,586 (−0.3%)
$78,433 + $70,850
$149,283
2009
$1,590 (+3.7%)
$77,847 + $70,321
$148,168
2008
$1,533
$78,032 + $70,489
$148,521
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,100 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1960
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,023
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,023
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
3572821500
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
RS-1-4
N-APP-1
LA JOLLA
PIOZ- COASTAL-IMPACT
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
N-APP-1
Parking Impact Overlay - Coastal Impact Zone
Coastal Height Limit Overlay Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Recreation
Park & open space
Mar 23, 2026 • Final
Combination building
New construction
Aug 5, 2025 • Active
Building construction
New construction
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.
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
2 days above 86° expected this year, 5 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
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 28% for direct sun exposure in La Jolla. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
7.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 5851 Box Canyon Rd
$3,564,500
$131K under list price of $3.70M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $2.5M to $4.0M.