Seller's Agent in 2021
Jeanne Gleeson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(858) 414-0686
2 in this area
86 Total Sales
5531 Taft Ave La Jolla, CA 92037
Bird Rock NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $4,865,000 - $5,151,000
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
3,915
Sq Ft
$1,279/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Ocean View
- Updated Kitchen
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Bird Rock Elementary School Rated A
- Dual Staircase
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
About This Home
As of May 2021East meets West in this Bird Rock architectural masterpiece with dramatic ocean and sunset views. An entertainer's delight with indoor and outdoor living on a large 6500sf lot. This 3900sf East Coast w/California twist style features: 4 spacious bedrooms plus loft, 4.5 baths, freshly painted white kitchen, stone and wood floors, 4 fireplaces warming cooler evenings, formal dining room, and sitting room, full bedroom first floor suite, custom wood accents and built in cabinets throughout (see supplement) Features include: stone flooring, gourmet island kitchen opens to family room adorned with fireplace and hearth, formal dining room, and sitting room, full bedroom first floor suite, custom wood accents and built in cabinets throughout, private oversized backyard is a true oasis with patio, stone fireplace, barbecue and yes a kids built in playhouse or just sit peacefully listening to the tranquil fountain. Second floor: Ocean view Master bedroom retreat w/fireplace, oversized walk in closet w/dumbwaiter to kitchen; two secondary bedrooms with 2 baths (one ensuite), exterior exit to backyard w/spiral staircase. Third floor: loft room for your versatile use (playroom, video room, meditation room) with door accessing panoramic ocean, Pt. Loma, and sunset views from the deck. This tranquil Bird Rock location offers convenience to all the shops on the boulevard and Gelson's groceries just 4 blocks away. Beaches - Law Street, Tourmaline or just gaze at the magnificent sunsets from Calumet Park. This home is a dream come true!!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01059544 Listed on: 03/05/2021
Last Buyer's Agent
RANDALL MOECKLI RANDALL MOECKLI
Coldwell Banker Realty License #01235767
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $42,990
Year Built
- Built in 2006
Lot Details
- 6,463 Sq Ft Lot
- Gated Home
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Level Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Alley Access
- Rear-Facing Garage
- Two Garage Doors
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- On-Street Parking
Property Views
- Ocean
- Coastline
- Bay
- City Lights
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Traditional Architecture
- Rolled or Hot Mop Roof
- Clay Roof
- Wood Siding
- Shingle Siding
- Stucco Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 3,915 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Dual Staircase
- Wired For Sound
- Wired For Data
- Built-In Features
- Dry Bar
- Beamed Ceilings
- Coffered Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Formal Entry
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 4 Fireplaces
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Loft
- Center Hall
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Dumbwaiter
- Electric Oven
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Six Burner Stove
- Built-In Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Stone
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Shower Only
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
- Slab Porch or Patio
- Outdoor Fireplace
Utilities
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Natural Gas Connected
- Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Sprinkler System
- West of 5 Freeway
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 357-552-30-00
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 5, 2024
Sold by
Hambrick Living Trust and Hambrick Daniel T
Bought by
Encore Living Trust and Hambrick
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 1, 2023
Sold by
1979 Trust
Bought by
Hambrick Living Trust
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 5, 2021
Closed on
Mar 31, 2021
Sold by
Yashar Arnold A and Yashar Catheryn M
Bought by
Hambrick Daniel T and Hambrick Kristy R
Seller's Agent
Jeanne Gleeson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
RANDALL MOECKLI RANDALL MOECKLI
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$3,295,000
Sold Price
$3,295,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.59%
Original Mortgage
$2,636,000
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 30, 2010
Sold by
Yashar Arnold and Yashar Catheryn
Bought by
Yashar Arnold A and Yashar Catheryn M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 23, 2007
Sold by
5531 Taft Llc
Bought by
Yashar Arnold and Yashar Catheryn
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,150,000
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 13, 2006
Sold by
Armstrong Custom Homes Llc
Bought by
5531 Taft Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 30, 1998
Sold by
Faure Andre L G
Bought by
Faure Andre
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Encore Living Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Hambrick Living Trust | -- | -- | |
| Hambrick Daniel T | $3,295,000 | Chicago Title Company Sd | |
| Yashar Arnold A | -- | None Available | |
| Yashar Arnold | $2,850,000 | Chicago Title Co | |
| 5531 Taft Llc | -- | None Available | |
| Faure Andre | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Hambrick Daniel T | $2,636,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Yashar Arnold | $2,150,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/10/2021 05/10/21 | Sold | $3,295,000 | 0.0% | $842 / Sq Ft |
| 03/26/2021 03/26/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/19/2021 03/19/21 | For Sale | $3,295,000 | 0.0% | $842 / Sq Ft |
| 03/10/2021 03/10/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/05/2021 03/05/21 | For Sale | $3,295,000 | -- | $842 / Sq Ft |
Source: San Diego MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $42,990 | $3,566,612 | $2,592,424 | $974,188 |
| 2024 | $42,990 | $3,496,680 | $2,541,593 | $955,087 |
| 2023 | $42,131 | $3,428,118 | $2,491,758 | $936,360 |
| 2022 | $41,014 | $3,360,900 | $2,442,900 | $918,000 |
| 2021 | $37,618 | $3,050,000 | $2,175,000 | $875,000 |
| 2020 | $36,316 | $2,950,000 | $2,104,000 | $846,000 |
| 2019 | $35,580 | $2,885,000 | $2,058,000 | $827,000 |
| 2018 | $31,172 | $2,650,000 | $1,891,000 | $759,000 |
| 2017 | $29,275 | $2,500,000 | $1,784,000 | $716,000 |
| 2016 | $28,215 | $2,400,000 | $1,713,000 | $687,000 |
| 2015 | $27,053 | $2,300,000 | $1,642,000 | $658,000 |
| 2014 | $25,976 | $2,200,000 | $1,571,000 | $629,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jeanne Gleeson
-
Kelly Gleeson
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Kelly Gleeson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(858) 245-8609
2 in this area
69 Total Sales
-
R
Buyer's Agent in 2021
RANDALL MOECKLI RANDALL MOECKLI
Coldwell Banker Realty
-
Donna Medrea
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Donna Medrea
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
(858) 204-1810
6 in this area
46 Total Sales
Map
Source: San Diego MLS
MLS Number: 210005794
APN: 357-552-30
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