$3,287,600Average Value$303Average Price per Sq Ft4Homes For Sale
Elegance and ease along the Pacific
Sparkling La Jolla Shores stretches along the San Diego beachfront as both a vacation destination and a residential harbor. “La Jolla Shores’ elevated lifestyle is hard to find, even in other La Jolla neighborhoods,” says Sanjay Solomon, a top-selling La Jolla Realtor with Exude Realty. “Very few locations in San Diego have its blend of accessibility, relaxed walkability, upscale amenities, and fantastic schools — all with a true community feel.” Locals launch out in kayaks at the shore or travel in golf carts to a luxury resort with private beach access. It’s the kind of community where biking or walking to parks, shops and eateries happens year-round. Plus, major coastal and inland freeways flank the neighborhood, for easy access to the rest of San Diego and beyond.
Brick and Bell Cafe is a popular place to relax and chat with neighbors.
La Jolla Shores offers pristine beaches for locals and visitors.
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La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club, Birch Aquarium
Residents often hold memberships at both the Birch Aquarium, to enjoy year-round exploration of more than 60 habitats, and the award-winning La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club resort. In 2023, the club partnered with the Birch Aquarium to fund its unique potbelly seahorse exhibit. “La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club isn’t exclusive to just La Jolla Shores residents,” adds Solomon, “but living within a short golf-cart ride is a huge plus.” Club members can play tennis on 12 hard courts, sip cocktails by the pool and golf on the resort’s nine-hole, par-3 course. Access to a private beach is also one of the club’s perks, allowing members to relax in a cabana, paddleboard and snorkel in serene waters, or host elegant dinners on the sand.
La Jolla Shores also brims with ecological gems. Locals swim with friendly leopard sharks that return each summer to this crescent of shore, and snorkelers seek a menagerie of wildlife in the 6,000-acre San Diego La Jolla Underwater Park. Hikers head to the Scripps Coastal Meander Trail or the Birch Aquarium path. Sea caving tours are also available through expedition agencies, as well as surfing lessons with Surf Diva.
The Birch Aquarium gets visitors up close and personal with sea life.
La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club is prestigious destination offering golf, swimming and tennis.
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Avenida de la Playa dining, new MRKT Space
Eateries from upscale to casual include Caroline’s Seaside Café , a favorite spot to linger over coffee and brunch on the patio, and surfers walk right from the beach into Shore Rider Bar for refreshment. Along the main Avenida de la Playa corridor, the Italian trattoria Piatti folds the aroma of stone-hearth pizzas into the soft salt breeze. Across Avenida de la Playa, trendy new MRKT Space opened its second U.S. location in 2022 and is fast becoming the go-to for beach gear, organic groceries and gourmet meals. There’s also a Trader Joe’s two miles northeast, on Villa La Jolla Drive.
MRKT is an upscale market in La Jolla Shores with plenty of relaxation space.
Welcome to Shore Rider where everyday feels like summer in La Jolla Shores.
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Blufftop estates to inland condos
Designed as an oceanside community, La Jolla Shores’ curvy, thickly treed streetscapes slope gently toward the shore and hold a variety of appealing home styles. For around $2.5 million, homebuyers can find inland ranch-style cottages or condos that are just a 5-minute walk to the beach. Blufftop estates with panoramic views average $6 million, and beach-access mansions fetch between $5 million and $25 million. New-construction homes underway will likely push the pricing barrier. “Views from homes East of La Jolla Shores Drive sweep from Mount Soledad to La Jolla Village and across the ocean,” Solomon says. “Homes west of La Jolla Shores Drive also have beautiful views but tend to be smaller than those on the hill, although they’re closer to the beach.”
Ranch style homes with unique landscaping are throughout quiet neighborhoods of La Jolla Shores.
Stylish condos steps from La Jolla Shores offer beachside living at its best.
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Top-notch public and private schools
Public schools are within the San Diego Unified School District, and all three available to students in La Jolla Shores earn an A from Niche. Kids can start at Torrey Pines Elementary, a National Blue Ribbon School, and advance to Muirlands Middle and nearby La Jolla High. Popular private-school options include The Bishop’s School, which serves grades 6 through 12 and is ranked as California’s top Christian high school by Niche, and La Jolla Country Day, a PK-12 institution that Niche rates as San Diego’s second-best high school for STEM. For higher education, the Scripps Institution of Oceanography is a global leader in conservation, biodiversity and climate research.
La Jolla High School athletes can choose among more than two dozen sports.
La Jolla Country Day School is a world-renowned prep school located in La Jolla proper.
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Easy transit options, near San Diego International Airport
San Diego International Airport is only a 12-mile drive south, or residents can opt for San Diego Metro Transit at bus stops along La Jolla Shores Drive. At the Old Town Transit Center, the free Old Town Flyer — courtesy of the airport — heads directly to the terminals from 5 a.m. to midnight. “La Jolla Shores allows residents to be at the beach in 5 minutes or less, La Jolla Village in 10 minutes and to the freeways in 10 minutes or less,” Solomon says. “Getting stuck in traffic in and out of La Jolla is a big issue, and living in La Jolla Shores all but eliminates that hassle.”
La Jolla Shores is a coastal haven with a comfortable vibe.
Dine and shop along Avenida De La Playa in La Jolla Shores.
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Parks in this Area
Villa La Jolla Park
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Kellogg Park
Beach
Playground
Parking Lot
Ellen Browning Scripps Park
La Jolla Underwater Park
Bike Trails
Trails
Beach
Cliffridge Park
Baseball/Softball
Playground
Parking Lot
Transit
Airport
San Diego International
16 min drive
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La Jolla Shores Dr & Biological Grade
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La Jolla Shores Dr & Scripps Institute
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La Jolla Shores Dr & Vallecitos Ct
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Torrey Pines Rd & Calle De La Plata
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La Jolla Shores Dr & Shellback Way
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La Jolla Shores Dr & Camino Del Collado
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La Jolla Shores Dr & Paseo Dorado
La Jolla Shores Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in La Jolla Shores, La Jolla sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in La Jolla Shores, La Jolla over the last 12 months is $810,000, up 112% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Oceanfront living reaches new heights in this stunning end-corner unit at Shore Tower, one of La Jolla’s most iconic high-rises. Perched on the 8th floor, Unit 805 offers sweeping panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, La Jolla’s hillsides, and vibrant sunsets through expansive floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence blends luxury and comfort with a prime location
Welcome to La Jolla Shores living! This beautifully maintained top-floor corner unit offers a rare opportunity to own in one of San Diego’s most sought-after coastal communities. Just blocks from the sand, this light-filled condo captures ocean breezes year-round and features over 1,400 sqft of open living space. A true standout feature is the two expansive, wraparound enclosed patios—perfect for
Emanuel ValladareseXp Realty of Southern California, Inc.
Your dream coastal Spanish sanctuary is finally within reach! Nestled in the prestigious neighborhood of La Jolla Shores, this single-level home is just five blocks from the sand, surf, and sunsets at La Jolla Shores Beach. Enjoy the convenience of nearby Kellogg Park, the iconic Marine Room, the exclusive La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, and a variety of local shops, cafes, and dining options along
Rarely available 1-bedroom condo with a versatile bonus room, —perfect for a home office or guest space. The floor plan features one full bath plus a permitted 1/2 guest bathroom. Situated less than a mile from La Jolla Shores Beach and minutes to the Village, UCSD, Torrey Pines Golf Course, shops and restaurants. Recently updated throughout: Remodeled kitchen with new cabinetry, brand new
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
Experience coastal living at its best in this single-story home, perfectly situated on a flat half-acre lot. With light-filled living space, this property offers ample room for both relaxation and entertaining. Large picture windows capture the stunning ocean and hillside views while providing an easy flow between indoor and outdoor areas. The spacious primary suite provides a comfortable
3 minute walk to La Jolla Shores Beach and Scripps Pier! This is a location that can't be beat! Home just completed renovation. Three bedroom two baths in the main house, with one bedroom and full bath in separate casita. Very good size backyard for family gathering, in a very convenient location. Walk to beach and shopping, enjoy sunset on the beach everyday! Home is in a very quiet residential
* Luxury Condo, 5 Minutes walk to the La Jolla Shores Beach !! * Located near breathtaking beaches, world class dining, boutique shopping and state-of-the-art Medical Centers. This quiet, spacious end unit is filled with natural light and cool Ocean breeze. It has a large floor plan, featuring 5 Bedrooms, 4 full Baths, 2-Bay attached garage. This luxury home offers a gourmet kitchen with gorgeous
Charming La Jolla Shores Beach Cottage! Located just moments from the sand and the heart of La Jolla Shores, this delightful beach cottage is the perfect blend of classic charm and easy coastal living. Now available as an unfurnished long-term rental, the home offers 3 spacious bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, filled with natural light and character throughout. The inviting living and dining area
Susana CorriganBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,619
Median Age
50
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
33.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$127,352
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$158,859
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.5%
College Graduates
72.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
45.5%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
56.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
11''
Average Winter Low Temperature
48°F
Average Summer High Temperature
74°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
70/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
50/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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