Most Expensive Homes for Sale in San Diego, CA Right Now
Last updated: January 1, 2026
Homes for sale in San Diego have a median list price of $938K, but luxury homes can be listed for much more. Here are the ten most expensive homes for sale in San Diego right now.
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The Sand Castle is La Jolla's most iconic waterfront jewel and includes one of the only on-property private beaches in California. A stunning homage to the finest manors on the French Riviera, the inspired and meticulous elegance of the Main House, Guest Residence and expansive grounds provides magnificent living while honoring extraordinary unobstructed views of the Pacific and coastline to the west, north and south. European and bespoke interiors and exteriors perfectly meld with modern conveniences, deftly designed and curated by global interior design icon, Timothy Corrigan. A tone-on-tone palette mirrors the sea and sky while continually orienting the visitor towards the home's dramatic ocean views. No expense was spared in creating The Sand Castle. Multistory, manicured hedges cocoon the property, and upon entry through the magical courtyard and grand front hall, one is called to the water. Private and secure, luxurious and serene, The Sand Castle evokes the most sumptuous of grand hotels, with solid gold gilded rooms, a Thassos-tiled salt-water pool, extensive terraces and patios, an elevator, two marvelous cabanas, fitness center, spa, bespoke statues and chandeliers, firepit, boat bar, and a host of private spaces in which to observe the rolling waves and experience dramatic sunsets. The Sand Castle is truly one-of-a-kind and can never be replicated.
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La Jolla’s most expansive view features a 220-degree panorama from this almost one-acre trophy lot. A truly peerless site offers unmatched privacy and recent new construction. It is set with the most desirable southern and westerly unlimited orientation. Rebuilt in 2020, it includes the most current amenities and timeless design. Curated to create a home that lacks nothing to be desired, this serene compound is complete with a two-bedroom guesthouse, secure gated entry, home theatre, gym with infared heaters, infinity-edge pool, spa, elevator-ready setup, solar and battery system, expansive flat yard, full-size volleyball court, designated playroom, enviable his and her closets, and dueling offices. Modern amenities of convenience and comfort fill each living area, combined with unobstructed ocean, bay, island, and city-light views throughout. The interior evokes a sense of awe, while the elevation frames your vantage point for inspiration throughout the day. This is La Jolla’s most complete offering.
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Located in the heart of Foxhill La Jolla, the newest and most exclusive, private coastal community, this extraordinary property with fully-approved CDP includes a soon-to-be-built exquisite residence set on a 31,147-SF lot and offering stunning ocean views. The proposed residence is a nearly 13,000-square foot modern sanctuary that seamlessly blends bold urban design with lush tropical vitality. This 7-bedroom, 8 full + 2 half bath retreat showcases a dynamic interplay of geometry and nature, with cascading greenery softening its striking, minimalist concrete architecture. Layered overhangs, brimming with vibrant plants, imbue the home with an organic energy, making it feel both commanding and alive. To compliment the raw concrete, warm wood accents are elegantly woven into the design. Vertical slats and detailed paneling lend a tactile richness, softening the home’s aesthetic while reinforcing its connection to the natural environment. These elements create a welcoming warmth, transforming the modernist lines into an inviting and livable space. Expansive glass walls blur the boundaries between indoors and out, allowing natural light to flood the interiors while framing unobstructed views of the surrounding greenery. Each level offers new discoveries, from shaded terraces to overhanging outdoor spaces embraced by tropical foliage. The design achieves a rare harmony between urban sophistication and natural beauty. The home’s plans also feature a gym, movie room, and entertainment/bar space, including a back kitchen/pantry and laundry/mudroom, and a 3-car garage.
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Built in 2013 to the highest standards, this exceptional home embodies timeless quality, design, and an A+ location, making it one of La Jolla's finest estates. Offering immeasurable pleasure, comfort, and inspiration, this private residence captures the essence of luxury living. Thoughtfully constructed on 2 of 3 parcels totaling nearly 1.4 acres, the fully gated property is surrounded by beautiful landscaping and mature hedges, ensuring privacy. With a California Traditional style that is barely visible from the street, this exquisite home features two above-grade levels. The main level includes a spacious living room, dining room, and family room designed by renowned designer Jeffrey Bilhuber for seamless flow and entertaining. There are also home offices located off the kitchen and primary suite. Pocketing screen doors create a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, including a covered patio off the family room that epitomizes La Jolla's beloved indoor/outdoor living experience. The upper level boasts an impressive primary bedroom suite with sitting areas, a fireplace, large shower, his and hers closets and toilets, and a private balcony with a therapeutic spa and fireplace. There are also 4 additional bedroom suites on this upper level, and a secondary primary suite on the entry level. Additional features of this remarkable home include a wine cellar, theater room with bar, extensive storage, and an 18+ car showroom that offers incredible flexibility for various uses such as a gym, golf simulator, recording studio, and/or bowling alley. The meticulously designed grounds include a large UV pool with underwater speakers, ample lawn and garden areas designed by Art Luna. There is also potential to build a pool house, sport court, or re-partition and sell or develop the land. A new home built on the annexed lot would also have ocean views from the second story. In-wall speakers, laundry facilities on both levels, bathrooms with Toto washlets, polished nickel Waterworks Plumbing fixtures with Speakman showerheads, heated floors, elevator access to all levels, and extensive smart home technology are just a few examples of the attention to detail and luxurious amenities that make this home so special.
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Located in the heart of Foxhill La Jolla, the newest and most exclusive, private coastal community, this extraordinary property with fully-approved CDP includes a soon-to-be-built exquisite residence set on a 19,404-SF lot and offering stunning ocean views. The proposed home is a striking minimalist homage to mid-century modern design. With its clean lines and expansive overhangs, this home pairs timeless elegance with bold travertine surfaces that seamlessly integrate into the natural surroundings. At more than 9,400 square feet, this 6-bedroom, 8.5-bath residence masterfully balances modern sophistication with tranquil warmth. The home’s light, earthy stone reflects the golden hues of the setting sun, accentuating its architectural significance while blending into the serene coastal backdrop. The residence offers 180-degree ocean views at the front and a private nature preserve to the rear, creating a seamless connection between expansive panoramas and intimate tranquility. A front-facing infinity pool mirrors the coastal horizon, enhancing the home’s visual harmony, while a sleek suspended bridgeway connects the living room to a private courtyard and lush light well gardens. The simplicity of the home’s form allows the beauty of its materiality and thoughtful outdoor spaces to shine, embodying the very essence of mid-century modern design. The simplicity of the residence planned for Lot 1 allows its materiality and connection to nature to shine, embodying the essence of mid-century modern design, where bold surfaces, sleek lines, and thoughtful outdoor spaces merge seamlessly into one harmonious living experience. The living room opens to both a private courtyard and lush lightwell gardens via a sleek suspended bridgeway. Lot 1’s home plans feature a gym, movie room, and entertainment/bar space, including a back kitchen/pantry and laundry/mudroom, and 4-car garage. Its primary bathroom features double toilets. The lot size is 19,404 SF.
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Perched in the heart of the esteemed Muirlands, this fully double gated estate built for privacy and security, features custom aluminum modern gates that open to a double courtyard motor court with custom glass doors and oversize garages, adding a touch of exclusivity to this architectural marvel. This one of a kind residence stands as a bold testament to architectural brilliance and luxury living. A true masterpiece of modern design featuring soft tones, soaring ceilings, and a flawless fusion of sleek lines and warm natural accents. This is more than a home; it is an unparalleled expression of contemporary elegance and timeless sophistication, setting a new standard for opulent living in San Diego. At first glance, the scale of the residence is awe-inspiring, with towering 19-foot ceilings that amplify the sense of space and light throughout. A grand courtyard entry sets the tone, featuring a tranquil reflecting pond, stainless steel sculpture, and a stunning 26-foot water feature adorned with travertine slabs—an exquisite welcome that encapsulates the home's commitment to timeless design. Inside, 11-foot glass pocket doors and clear story windows effortlessly blend indoor and outdoor spaces, inviting natural light to play across sleek, modern interiors. The Southern exposure bathes each room in warmth, complemented by cantilevered steel beam construction that spans the entire length of the residence, showcasing a harmony of form and function rarely seen. The main level epitomizes luxury with its maid quarters, three en-suite guest bedrooms, and a primary suite complete with a designer closet that exudes spaciousness and elegance. White oak floors and Italian Kitchen-designed cabinets underscore the home's commitment to quality craftsmanship, while a double travertine island and top-of-the-line Miele appliances grace the expansive main kitchen along with a Thermador professional grade prep and catering kitchen, ensuring culinary excellence at every turn. Designed with entertainment in mind, the lower level is a haven for leisure and recreation, featuring a state-of-the-artFull Swing Golf and Sports simulator, a 12-person movie theater, temperature controlled wine cellar and display, and a full-sized gym complimented by a dry sauna and steam room. A bar and billiards room offers a sophisticated space for gatherings, while the adjacent flat, usable yard beckons families with its potential for outdoor activities and additional amenities like a sports court. Outside, the 60 ft pool stands as a focal point of the main level amenities, with its brilliant pure white finish, baja shelf and spa. The custom swim-up bar features a full kitchen, complete with a U-shaped wraparound travertine slab bar and full outdoor kitchen and fireplace. The ambiance continues to enchant with a one bedroom guest house, complete with its own kitchenette and living area. Tropical landscaping surrounds the majestic pool, outlined by beautiful olive trees, walls of lush green hedges that guarantee total privacy. Ascending to the top level reveals a staircase adorned with a remarkable 300-year-old olive tree, guiding residents to a spacious office or art studio, accompanied by a versatile flex room ideal for a library, music room, or lounge area. Evenings come alive in the outdoor movie theater with a 148" YOLO outdoor television, complemented by an additional outdoor kitchen and fireplace, perfect for hosting unforgettable gatherings under the stars. The property features a smart home full automation RTI system inclusive of 32 security cameras and Doorbird gate systems, 79 surround sound speaker system, Lutron lighting system, pre-wired for custom blinds, complete VRF multizone Daikin HVAC system, and touch screen capabilities from Ipads throughout the property as well as your personal mobile device for remote access. With a doublewide and double height garage on each of side of the house the garage has the capability of becoming a 4 car garage on both sides, so a total of 8 cars enclosed, with plenty of extra room for built out storage. In every detail, from the sleek, modern lines to the warm, natural wood accents, this home stands as an icon of architectural integrity and value, promising a lifestyle of sophistication and comfort unlike anything ever built in La Jolla.
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A rare oceanfront opportunity, this mid-century architectural jewel by Russell Forester sits in one of the most coveted locations of La Jolla Shores, just steps from the world-renowned Marine Room. Designed with dramatic walls of glass framing endless Pacific vistas, the home features a floating dining room above the shoreline and nearly every room opening to unforgettable views. Indoor-outdoor living is effortless, with a private pool, ocean-view loggia, and a stunning glass cabana blending seamlessly into the coastal setting. Impeccably preserved with timeless design, the residence is ready to enjoy as-is or to reimagine into a modern masterpiece. From luminous sunsets to kayakers drifting by, this is an irreplaceable coastal gem and a true once-in-a-lifetime offering.
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Awe inspiring are the words that come to mind as you approach "The Eagle's Nest. " The quality of construction and grandeur of the estate is unparalleled. Resting atop one of the highest hills in Rancho Santa Fe on a private, gated street, this masterpiece features 360-degree ocean, golf, and mountain views, impeccably manicured grounds, and materials sourced from around the world. Upon entering the home, the sheer scale and beauty are breathtaking. The home features a home theater, two-story library, roof deck, numerous balconies, fountains that rival the Bellagio, a gym, private guest quarters, and so much more. Pictures truly don't do this estate justice, one must see the home in person to appreciate just how spectacular it is.
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LANDMARK MID CENTURY MODERN ESTATE! More than a home, this is an Architectural Retreat, a Wellness Sanctuary, and one of San Diego’s most iconic Private Estates. Designed by Master Architect Russell Forester for visionary entrepreneur Robert Peterson, this exceptional c. 1965 Mid-Century Modern estate is being offered for the first time in over 24 years. A quintessential example of Post and Beam architecture, the residence showcases Forester’s hallmark minimalism, clean lines, and seamless integration with the surrounding natural environment. Nearly hidden from view in the coveted La Playa/Wooded Area of Point Loma, this exceedingly private 1.69-acre family compound includes four structures: the Main Residence, Guest House, Pool House, and Caretaker's House—all thoughtfully unified by tranquil water features, mature plantings, and masterful landscape design. At the heart of the estate lies the pièce de résistance: a breathtaking Koi pond with resident wildlife, a picture-perfect Japanese teahouse, and meandering garden pathways designed to inspire peace and reflection. Perched atop a private promontory, the property commands panoramic 180° views of the Bay, Ocean, and City Lights, offering a rare blend of serenity and proximity—minutes to the San Diego International Airport, world-class yacht clubs, fine dining, and cultural destinations. Amenities include: Pool, Spa, Gym, Sauna, Steam Shower, illuminated Tennis/Sport Court, Wine Cellar, 4-car Garage + off-street parking for 6 additional vehicles, and an Urban Farm with Greenhouse. Recognized at the National, State, and Local levels for its Architectural and Historical significance, the property enjoys substantial Property Tax Savings via the Mills Act. Per the Sellers, this Tax Savings+Owned Solar pays the Estates' maintenance expenses. Timeless in design and rare in provenance, this is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own a storied piece of San Diego History.
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Once in a lifetime opportunity to live on one of La Jolla's most coveted cup-de-sacs with forever views of the Pacific Ocean. Classic in style, this gracious family home offers seclusion, privacy and resort style living with dramatic west facing terrace overlooking the regulation tennis court, pool, spa, cabana and vistas beyond. Never before offered on the market - and ready for the next generation. This is a true legacy home with enduring appeal in one of La Jolla's most sought-after neighborhoods. Offering the best of San Diego's world class lifestyle close to the beaches and the surf, shopping, healthcare, the arts, 3 universities, easy freeway access and 20 minutes to private and public airports.












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