OFF MARKET

Off Market Dec 2014 for $2.6M

$5,410,973

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $11,747/mo

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5 ba

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3,996

sq ft

5935 Rutgers Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037

About this home

Gracious ambiance awaits you in this timeless Tom Shepherd designed home on a spectacular all usable .69 acre property with pool, spa and guest house. Enter the gated circular drive and be welcomed by mature landscaping that ensures your privacy. Inside appreciate the warmth of open spaces with vaulted wood ceilings and ash paneling throughout, with walls of glass opening from most rooms to the beautiful yard. See Supplement

All new carpeting throughout. Den/family room has floor to ceiling bookcases & fireplace. Living/dining is huge with another fireplace. The kitchen has tons of storage, an extended stainless sink/counter, granite topped island, Subzero refrigerator, stainless appliances, instant hot water, R/O system, and breakfast area viewing yard. MBR/MBA have separate tub and shower, large closets, and double sinks. There are three heat pumps delivering heat and A/C to individual rooms. Huge storage throughout. The 329SF guest house was added in 1994 and includes kitchenette. Original plans are available. Outside enjoy the touch of Tom Shepherd in the spectacular yard with the pool design mimicking the stand of plam trees to the end of the property. This property will capture your heart! Square footage source for guest house is from appraisal.

Single-familyProperty Type

1957Year Built

0.69 acresLot Size

$1,354Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

9 spacesParking

Listed by Pam Reed •DRE #00593093 • Willis Allen Real Estate

•858-456-1240 (agent)

•preed@willisallen.com (agent)

Listed by Phil Reed •DRE #01153506 • Willis Allen Real Estate

Bought with Patricia Denning •DRE #00860177 • Coldwell Banker Realty

•858-449-5899 (agent)

•patricia.denning@sothebysrealty.com (agent)

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•Source:SDMLS #140044197

Redfin Estimate

$5,410,973

$2.8M since sold in December 2014$8,000 since July

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$4,995,000
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B
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C
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D
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SOLD APR 1, 2026
$3,450,000
E
4 beds3 baths3,432 sq ft
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SOLD APR 13, 2026
$4,500,000
F
4 beds4 baths3,547 sq ft
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Market trends in Jolla Mesa, CA

Last updated July 2026

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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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Sale history for 5935 Rutgers Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$39,580 (+5.3%)

$2,880,830 + $306,466

$3,187,296

2024

$37,581 (+2.3%)

$2,824,344 + $300,457

$3,124,801

2023

$36,752 (+2.7%)

$2,768,965 + $294,566

$3,063,531

2022

$35,773 (+0.7%)

$2,714,672 + $288,791

$3,003,463

2021

$35,526 (+1.2%)

$2,661,444 + $283,129

$2,944,573

2020

$35,094 (+1.8%)

$2,609,259 + $277,578

$2,886,837

2019

$34,466 (+7.0%)

$2,582,505 + $274,732

$2,857,237

2018

$32,216 (+2.4%)

$2,531,868 + $269,346

$2,801,214

2017

$31,449 (+1.6%)

$2,433,553 + $258,888

$2,692,441

2016

$30,950 (+1.2%)

$2,433,553 + $258,888

$2,692,441

2015

$30,568 (+681.8%)

$2,385,837 + $253,812

$2,639,649

2014

$3,910 (+0.1%)

$120,036 + $216,027

$336,063

2013

$3,904 (+8.5%)

$120,036 + $216,027

$336,063

2012

$3,598 (+1.9%)

$119,494 + $215,051

$334,545

2011

$3,531 (+1.8%)

$117,151 + $210,835

$327,986

2010

$3,469 (−0.3%)

$114,854 + $206,701

$321,555

2009

$3,479 (+3.7%)

$113,996 + $205,157

$319,153

2008

$3,355

$114,267 + $205,645

$319,912

Tax history for 5935 Rutgers Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$39,580 (+5.3%)

$2,880,830 + $306,466

$3,187,296

2024

$37,581 (+2.3%)

$2,824,344 + $300,457

$3,124,801

2023

$36,752 (+2.7%)

$2,768,965 + $294,566

$3,063,531

2022

$35,773 (+0.7%)

$2,714,672 + $288,791

$3,003,463

2021

$35,526 (+1.2%)

$2,661,444 + $283,129

$2,944,573

2020

$35,094 (+1.8%)

$2,609,259 + $277,578

$2,886,837

2019

$34,466 (+7.0%)

$2,582,505 + $274,732

$2,857,237

2018

$32,216 (+2.4%)

$2,531,868 + $269,346

$2,801,214

2017

$31,449 (+1.6%)

$2,433,553 + $258,888

$2,692,441

2016

$30,950 (+1.2%)

$2,433,553 + $258,888

$2,692,441

2015

$30,568 (+681.8%)

$2,385,837 + $253,812

$2,639,649

2014

$3,910 (+0.1%)

$120,036 + $216,027

$336,063

2013

$3,904 (+8.5%)

$120,036 + $216,027

$336,063

2012

$3,598 (+1.9%)

$119,494 + $215,051

$334,545

2011

$3,531 (+1.8%)

$117,151 + $210,835

$327,986

2010

$3,469 (−0.3%)

$114,854 + $206,701

$321,555

2009

$3,479 (+3.7%)

$113,996 + $205,157

$319,153

2008

$3,355

$114,267 + $205,645

$319,912

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.69 Acres

Year renovated

1958

Sq. Ft.

3,667

Year built

1958

Style

Single Family Residential

County

San Diego County

APN

3581520200

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.

RS-1-2

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: 3
# of Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 6
Garage Type: Attached
Non-Garage Parking: Driveway
RV Parking: Potential Space

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 5
Master Bedroom Dimensions: 21x15
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 16 x 12
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 18 x 12
Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 18 x 11
Bedroom 5 Dimensions: 17 x 16

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 5

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces(s): 3
Fireplace Information: Fireplace in Family Room, Fireplace in Living Room, Patio/Outdoors

Interior Features
Equipment: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Water Filtration, Water Softener
Wood Products/Paneling Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Tile

Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Zoned Area(s)
Heat Source: Other (See Remarks)
Heat Equipment: Zoned Areas, Fireplace, Radiant

Laundry Information
Laundry Location: Laundry Room
Laundry Utilities: Electric

Room Information
Square Feet (Estimated): 3,996
Dining Room Dimensions:
Family Room Dimensions: 18 x 14
Kitchen Dimensions: 18 x 18
Living Room Dimensions: 26 x 22
Bedroom on Entry Level, Breakfast Area, Den, Dining Area, 2nd Master Bedroom

Exterior

Exterior Features
Construction: Wood
Fencing: Full, Gate
Patio: Awning-Covered Porch, Stone/Tile

Building Information
Year Built: 1957
# of Stories: 1
Entry Only
Roof: Wood

Guest House Information
Estimated Sq. Ft.: 328
Is Attached

Pool Information
Pool Type: Below Ground, Private
Pool Heat: Gas
Spa: Private Below Ground
Spa Heat: Gas

Property Information
# of Stories: 1
Residential Sub-Category: Detached
Residential Sub-Category: Detached
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor Record
Exclusive-Use Yard
Pets Allowed
Known Restrictions: CC&R's
Unit Location: Detached
Sign on Property: No

Property Features
Security: Equipment Owned
Telecommunications: Cable (Coaxial)

Lot Information
# of Acres (Approximate): 0.69
Lot Size: .5 to 1 Acres
Lot Size Source: Assessor Record
Public Street, Street Paved, West of I-5
View: Parklike

Land Information
Irrigation: Automatic, Sprinklers
Topography: Level

Financial

Lease / Rental Information
Pets Allowed

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer Connected

Water Information
Meter on Property
Water Heater Type: Gas

Location

School Information
High School URL (External Link)

School District Information
School District: La Jolla

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,667
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.69 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: 1958
County: San Diego County
APN: 3581520200

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026

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Schools

Bird Rock Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi

9/10

Muirlands Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

9/10

La Jolla High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi

10/10

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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

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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Home values near 5935 Rutgers Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5848 Rutgers Rd, La Jolla, CA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3434 Sq. Ft.	$4,828,589
5925 Rutgers Rd, La Jolla, CA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4746 Sq. Ft.	$5,381,902

Address	Redfin Estimate
5930 Rutgers Rd, La Jolla, CA 6 Beds \| 7 Baths \| 5809 Sq. Ft.	$8,446,616
5915 Rutgers Rd, La Jolla, CA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3638 Sq. Ft.	$5,464,209

Address	Redfin Estimate
5945 Rutgers Rd, La Jolla, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3869 Sq. Ft.	$4,253,237
5920 Rutgers Rd, La Jolla, CA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 5332 Sq. Ft.	$6,207,743

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