$2,400,000
SOLD APR 6, 2026
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,292 Sq Ft
4,033 Sq Ft Lot Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: April 6, 2026

$1,858 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Private Yard
  • Open Patio
  • Bird Rock Elementary School Rated A
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 1-Story Property

About This Home

As of April 2026

Welcome to coastal living in the heart of Bird Rock in La Jolla! Tucked away on one of the most desirable cul-de-sacs in this highly sought-after seaside community, this charming single-level 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offers the perfect blend of location, character, and opportunity. Rich with classic coastal charm, the home features a warm and inviting layout that reflects the timeless appeal Bird Rock is known for. Step outside to a welcoming deck and generous outdoor living space — ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying the coastal breeze year-round. Move in and enjoy as-is or bring your vision to life — the property presents incredible potential to remodel, expand, or customize to your personal style. Surrounded by some of the area’s best beaches, dining, and neighborhood shops, this is a rare chance to own in one of San Diego’s most beloved coastal enclaves. A true Bird Rock gem with endless possibilities — don’t miss it!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carol Mundell

Century 21 Affiliated License #00863002 Listed on: 02/23/2026

Century 21 Affiliated

Co-Listed By

Shaun Rivera

Century 21 Affiliated License #02179241

Last Buyer's Agent

Irene McCann

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01463496

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 4,033 Sq Ft Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Private Yard
  • Property is zoned R-1:SINGLE

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1,292 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Outdoor Features

  • Open Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • La Jolla Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

4,033 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Unit Levels: 1 Story
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 992402
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 992402
  • Subdivision Name: LA JOLLA
  • Living Area: 1292.0
  • FeedTypes: IDX
  • RFModificationTimestamp: 2026-04-07T04:21:29Z
  • ADU_YesNo: No
  • AgeRestrictions: N/K
  • ExclusiveUseYard: Yes
  • FullAddress: 5617 Taft Ave
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ShortSale: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace Features: FP in Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Partial
  • Roof: Composition
  • Pool Features: N/K
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio Open

Garage/Parking

  • Garaged Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: N/K
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Laundry Features: Electric, Gas
  • Water Source: Meter on Property
  • HeatSource: Natural Gas

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4033.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 23, 2026
Closed on
Mar 9, 2026
Sold by
Deborah Martin and Diane C Riehl 2006 Trust
Bought by
Wilcox George
Seller's Agent
Carol Mundell
Century 21 Affiliated
Buyer's Agent
Irene McCann
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$2,498,000
Sold Price
$2,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$98,000
-3.92%
Views
95

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
52.51%
Original Mortgage
$1,920,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,918,044
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$564,374

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 10, 2018
Sold by
Martin Deborah and The Diane C Rierl 2006 Trust
Bought by
Martin Deborah and The Diane C Riehl 2006 Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 2006
Sold by
Riehl Diane C and Martin Diane C
Bought by
Riehl Diane C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 17, 1993
Sold by
Riehl Gene R and Martin Diane C
Bought by
Martin Diane C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$104,900
Interest Rate
6.85%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 28, 1986
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $2,400,000 Lawyers Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Westland Title
Deed $194,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,920,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $104,900 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/06/2026 04/06/26 Sold $2,400,000 -3.9% $1,858 / Sq Ft
03/05/2026 03/05/26 Pending -- -- --
02/23/2026 02/23/26 For Sale $2,498,000 -- $1,933 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

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 $4,712 $387,288 $276,647 $110,641
2024 $4,712 $379,695 $271,223 $108,472
2023 $4,608 $372,251 $265,905 $106,346
2022 $4,487 $364,953 $260,692 $104,261
2021 $4,445 $357,798 $255,581 $102,217
2020 $4,392 $354,130 $252,961 $101,169
2019 $4,314 $347,187 $248,001 $99,186
2018 $4,060 $340,381 $243,139 $97,242
2017 $80 $333,708 $238,372 $95,336
2016 $3,873 $327,166 $233,699 $93,467
2015 $3,822 $322,253 $230,189 $92,064
2014 $3,763 $315,941 $225,680 $90,261
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 260004301

San Diego MLS

APN: 357-452-14

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