
5931 Citadel Cir La Jolla, CA 92037
La Jolla Mesa NeighborhoodEstimated payment $32,670/month
Highlights
- Cabana
- 0.48 Acre Lot
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Bird Rock Elementary School Rated A
- Atrium Room
- Retreat
About This Home
Welcome to this exquisite single-story ranch-style home, an oasis of tranquility nestled on a generous half-acre in the sought-after Muirlands neighborhood of La Jolla. Originally crafted in 1962 by the esteemed architect Dale Naegle during the zenith of the Southern California modernist movement, this sprawling residence seamlessly intertwines classic design with contemporary sensibilities. Step into a grand entry foyer, where clerestory windows and vaulted ceilings invite natural light and a wonderful light and airy ambience throughout. This residence is an entertainer's dream, boasting multiple rooms that flow effortlessly onto a spacious terrace, providing breathtaking southern views and an enchanting outdoor dining area. The captivating pool, surrounded by lush landscaping, is complemented by a fully appointed outdoor kitchen, cabana and bath, creating your own mini-resort atmosphere for family and guests. Each of the five generously sized bedrooms is intuitively separated into guest and family wings, ensuring privacy. The grand primary suite offers a serene retreat with an adjacent private study, complete with its own fireplace, the perfect sanctuary for work or quiet reflection. The open-concept kitchen is a bright culinary haven, complete with a built-in desk, a sunny breakfast area, and updated amenities that blend functionality with style. The formal dining room overlooks the pool, inviting al fresco dining at its finest. Thoughtfully remodeled while preserving its original charm, this home also includes a mudroom, dual AC systems, abundant storage, and an oversized three-car garage. Your haven awaits!
Listing Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties Brokerage Email: vyoungdale@yahoo.com License #01340763 Listed on: 07/01/2025

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $40,793
Year Built
- Built in 1975
Lot Details
- 0.48 Acre Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Level Lot
- Property is zoned [R-1:SINGL
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Interior Spaces
- 4,554 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Formal Entry
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Den with Fireplace
- Library
- Bonus Room
- Atrium Room
- Home Gym
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Gas Oven
- Six Burner Stove
- Gas Cooktop
- Warming Drawer
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Retreat
- Walk-In Closet
- Jack-and-Jill Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Pool
- Cabana
- In Ground Pool
- Pool Equipment or Cover
Outdoor Features
- Stone Porch or Patio
- Terrace
- Shed
- Outdoor Grill
Utilities
- Separate Water Meter
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 358-151-05-00
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $40,793 | $3,385,318 | $2,376,054 | $1,009,264 |
2024 | $40,793 | $3,318,940 | $2,329,465 | $989,475 |
2023 | $39,896 | $3,253,864 | $2,283,790 | $970,074 |
2022 | $38,836 | $3,190,063 | $2,239,010 | $951,053 |
2021 | $38,570 | $3,127,513 | $2,195,108 | $932,405 |
2020 | $38,101 | $3,095,445 | $2,172,600 | $922,845 |
2019 | $36,736 | $2,986,211 | $2,077,367 | $908,844 |
2018 | $34,339 | $2,927,659 | $2,036,635 | $891,024 |
2017 | $33,522 | $2,870,254 | $1,996,701 | $873,553 |
2016 | $32,992 | $2,813,975 | $1,957,550 | $856,425 |
2015 | $32,503 | $2,771,707 | $1,928,146 | $843,561 |
2014 | $31,986 | $2,717,414 | $1,890,377 | $827,037 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
07/08/2025 07/08/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
07/01/2025 07/01/25 | For Sale | $5,300,000 | +73.8% | $1,164 / Sq Ft |
06/06/2019 06/06/19 | Sold | $3,050,000 | -7.4% | $670 / Sq Ft |
04/01/2019 04/01/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
02/08/2019 02/08/19 | Price Changed | $3,295,000 | -4.5% | $724 / Sq Ft |
11/05/2018 11/05/18 | Price Changed | $3,450,000 | -5.5% | $758 / Sq Ft |
09/24/2018 09/24/18 | For Sale | $3,650,000 | -- | $801 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Grant Deed | $3,035,000 | First National Title | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
Grant Deed | $2,300,000 | Chicago Title Co | |
Grant Deed | $1,060,000 | First American Title |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $400,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Open | $2,263,500 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $2,276,060 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage | |
Previous Owner | $546,250 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $697,500 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $975,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | No Value Available | |
Previous Owner | $1,210,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $795,000 | No Value Available | |
Previous Owner | $75,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Closed | $500,000 | No Value Available |
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