NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2496 Avenida de la Playa La Jolla, CA 92037

La Jolla Shores Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $5,879,000 - $7,095,864

4 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,600 Sq Ft
$1,784/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 19, 2017

Last sale price $3,535,000 $982 Per Sq Ft

Est. 82% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $39,191/month

80 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Attached Guest House
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Torrey Pines Elementary School Rated A
  • In Ground Pool
  • Laundry closet

About This Home

As of May 2017

A fabulous single level panoramic ocean view mid century modern home on a half acre level lot. A spectacular location in La Jolla Shores with a detached one bedroom one bath guest house. Very private and quiet and ocean views from almost every room. Designed for entertaining, the home has great outdoor space and a pool in the interior courtyard along with terraced rose gardens, a soothing water feature and level grass yard. Built by Robert Mosher, the home may be a candidate for the Mills Act. A must see.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Scott Appleby

Willis Allen Real Estate License #01197544 Listed on: 01/17/2017

Willis Allen Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Andrew Nelson

Willis Allen Real Estate License #00458472

Last Buyer's Agent

Drew Nelson

Willis Allen Real Estate License #01376023

Willis Allen Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $50,304

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,600 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Ocean Views

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Full Size Washer or Dryer
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Pool Equipment or Cover

Additional Homes

  • Attached Guest House

Utilities

  • Radiant Heating System
  • Separate Water Meter

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 346-321-04-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$50,304

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Detached
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Market Area: Coastal South
  • Cross Street: La Jolla Shores Drive
  • Neighborhood: La Jolla Shores
  • LP / Sq Ft: 1054.17
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 981.94
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 981.94
  • Stories: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Fp In Living Room
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 17x14
  • Optional Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Location: Closet Full Sized
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3600
  • Total Bathrooms: 5

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Wood
  • Fencing: Full
  • Guest House: Attached
  • Pool: Below Ground
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Ocean, Panoramic Ocean

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Non Garage Parking: Driveway
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces Total: 4

Utilities

  • Laundry Utilities: Gas
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Heating: Radiant
  • Heating Fuel: Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community: LA JOLLA

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: .25 to .5 AC
  • Topography: Level
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 346-321-04-00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 7, 2024
Sold by
Bbb Trust and Brinton William Wiman
Bought by
Bbb Trust and Brinton
Current Estimated Value
$6,423,466

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 11, 2020
Sold by
Brinton Geraldine R
Bought by
Bbb Trust and Brinton

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 30, 2017
Sold by
Brinton Geraldine R
Bought by
Warda John F

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 17, 2017
Closed on
Apr 12, 2017
Sold by
Mcgrath Thomas A
Bought by
Brinton William Wiman and Brinton Geraldine R
Seller's Agent
Scott Appleby
Willis Allen Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Drew Nelson
Willis Allen Real Estate
List Price
$3,795,000
Sold Price
$3,535,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$260,000
-6.85%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.14%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 22, 2015
Sold by
Mcgrath Thomas A
Bought by
Thomas A & Patricia Mcgrath Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 26, 2011
Sold by
Mcgrath Thomas A and Mcgrath Patricia
Bought by
Mcgrath Thomas A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 2009
Sold by
Mcgrath Thomas A
Bought by
Mcgrath Thomas A
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bbb Trust -- None Listed On Document
Bbb Trust -- None Listed On Document
William Brinton Irrevocable Trust -- None Listed On Document
Brinton William Wiman -- None Listed On Document
Warda John F -- None Available
Warda John F -- None Available
Brinton William Wilman -- None Available
Brinton William Wiman $3,535,000 Lawyers Title Sd
Thomas A & Patricia Mcgrath Living Trust -- None Available
Mcgrath Thomas A -- None Available
Mcgrath Thomas A -- None Available
Mcgrath Thomas A -- Fidelity National Title Co
Mcgrath Thomas A -- Fidelity National Title Co
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/19/2017 05/19/17 Sold $3,535,000 -6.9% $982 / Sq Ft
04/07/2017 04/07/17 Pending -- -- --
01/17/2017 01/17/17 For Sale $3,795,000 -- $1,054 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $50,304 $4,175,247 $3,692,026 $483,221
2024 $50,304 $4,093,381 $3,619,634 $473,747
2023 $49,198 $4,013,119 $3,548,661 $464,458
2022 $48,263 $3,965,131 $3,496,660 $468,471
2021 $47,562 $3,857,286 $3,410,863 $446,423
2020 $46,984 $3,817,735 $3,375,889 $441,846
2019 $46,145 $3,742,879 $3,309,696 $433,183
2018 $43,149 $3,670,700 $3,264,000 $406,700
2017 $80 $359,082 $154,260 $204,822
2016 $4,081 $352,042 $151,236 $200,806
2015 $4,020 $346,755 $148,965 $197,790
2014 $3,956 $339,963 $146,047 $193,916
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Scott Appleby

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Scott Appleby

    Willis Allen

    (858) 775-2014

    2 in this area

    67 Total Sales

    Scott Appleby
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  • A

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    Andrew Nelson

    Willis Allen

    (858) 361-4007

    2 Total Sales

    Andrew Nelson
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  • D

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Drew Nelson

    Willis Allen Real Estate

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 170002776

San Diego MLS

APN: 346-321-04

California San Diego County La Jolla 92037 La Jolla Shores

2496 Avenida de la Playa, La Jolla, CA

This home is located at 2496 Avenida de la Playa, La Jolla, CA 92037 since 17 January 2017 and is currently estimated at $6,423,466, approximately $1,784 per square foot. This property was built in 1960. 2496 Avenida de la Playa is a home located in San Diego County with nearby schools including Torrey Pines Elementary School, Muirlands Middle School, and La Jolla High School.

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