Craig Lotzof
Responds Quickly
The Agency
(858) 943-0497
115 Total Sales
1 in Upper Hermosa
$3,480,000 Price
778 La Canada St La Jolla, CA 92037
Upper Hermosa NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $4,014,548
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,379
Sq Ft
$1,188/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Ocean View
- Solar Power System
- Retreat
- Bird Rock Elementary School Rated A
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Double Oven
About This Home
As of April 2026Modern aesthetics fuse with timeless charm in this gorgeous turn-key four bedroom, three and a half bath home offering 3,379 square feet of light-filled spaces. From the moment you step inside, discover privacy and coastal luxury in this stunning ocean view home. The spacious layout features both formal and informal living spaces with soaring ceilings, elegant finishes throughout and an open-concept layout perfect for both everyday living plus entertaining family and friends. The multiple outdoor living areas invite year-round enjoyment of our idyllic climate. Centrally located at the heart of the home, the chef’s kitchen seamlessly brings together charming informal dining, plentiful island seating and a spacious family room that creates an ideal gathering space for all. Retreat to the spacious primary suite with a spa-inspired bath, large walk-in closet and an expansive deck that is both private and perfectly positioned to appreciate the canyon and adjacent acreage of open space. Additional updated features include fully-owned 20 panel solar array plus battery backup system, newer roof, decks, siding and multi-zoned HVAC systems. Located in the highly sought-after neighborhood of Upper Hermosa and just blocks away from Bird Rock’s vibrant local restaurants, boutique shopping, and the beach, this home offers the ultimate Southern California lifestyle in one of La Jolla’s most cherished neighborhoods.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01239669 Listed on: 01/12/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1990
Lot Details
- 5,766 Sq Ft Lot
- Partially Fenced Property
- Property is zoned R-1:SINGLE
HOA Fees
- $16 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Property Views
- Ocean
- Valley
Home Design
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,379 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 3 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Storage Room
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Retreat
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power System
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- Association fees include common area maintenance, other/remarks
- La Canada Canyon HOA
- La Jolla Subdivision
Ownership History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 9, 2025
Sold by
Bishop and Bishop Annabel
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$3,160,000
Interest Rate
5.98%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 24, 2019
Sold by
Cohen Randy E and Klonoff Cohen Hillary
Bought by
Bishop Neil and Bishop Annabel
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$690,000
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 12, 2014
Sold by
Cohen Randy E and Klonoff Cohen Hillary
Bought by
The Klonoff Cohen Family 1993 Trust and Klonoff Cohen Hillary
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,352,000
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 25, 2004
Sold by
Cohen Randy E and Klonoff Cohen Hillary
Bought by
Cohen Randy E and Klonoff Cohen Hillary
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,235,000
Interest Rate
5.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 9, 2003
Sold by
Cohen Randy E and Klonoff Cohen Hillary
Bought by
Cohen Randy E and Klonoff Cohen Hillary
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Interest Rate
5.27%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 18, 2003
Sold by
Cohen Randy E and Klonoff Cohen Hillary
Bought by
Cohen Randy E and Klonoff Cohen Hillary
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Interest Rate
5.27%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 28, 2002
Sold by
Cohen Randy E and Klonoff Cohen Hillary
Bought by
Cohen Randy E and Klonoff Cohen Hillary
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$852,500
Interest Rate
7.11%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 16, 2002
Sold by
Cohen Randy E and Klonoff Cohen Hillary
Bought by
Cohen Randy E and Klonoff Cohen Hillary
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$852,500
Interest Rate
7.11%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 27, 1996
Sold by
Cohen Randy Earl and Klonoff Cohen Hillary Sandra
Bought by
Cohen Randy E and Klonoff Cohen Hillary
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 27, 1996
Sold by
Charney Jack G and Charney Joy B
Bought by
Cohen Randy Earl and Klonoff Cohen Hillary Sandra
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 5, 1990
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 9, 1989
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Upper Hermosa, CA
-
Craig Lotzof
-
Katy Kingery
Katy Kingery
Responds QuicklyJuanaca Home Team, Inc
(858) 768-8854
81 Total Sales
1 in Upper Hermosa
$3,480,000 Price
-
Kathleen Westwood
Kathleen Westwood
Compass
(858) 289-6735
31 Total Sales
1 in Upper Hermosa
$4,100,000 Price
-
Melissa Tucci
Melissa Tucci
Responds QuicklyMelissa Goldstein Tucci
(858) 630-4831
531 Total Sales
1 in Upper Hermosa
$2,125,000 Price
-
Ross Clark
Ross Clark
Responds QuicklyCompass
(858) 648-6343
150 Total Sales
1 in Upper Hermosa
$4,675,000 Price
-
Jeanne Gleeson
Jeanne Gleeson
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(858) 391-4854
75 Total Sales
1 in Upper Hermosa
$3,775,000 Price
Purchase History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $3,950,000 | First American Title Company | ||
| Bishop Neil | $1,800,000 | California Title Company | |
| The Klonoff Cohen Family 1993 Trust | -- | Ticor Title | |
| Cohen Randy E | -- | Fidelity National Title San | |
| Cohen Randy E | -- | Fidelity National Title | |
| Cohen Randy E | -- | Fidelity National Title | |
| Cohen Randy E | -- | Fidelity National Title | |
| Cohen Randy E | -- | Fidelity National Title | |
| Cohen Randy E | -- | -- | |
| Cohen Randy E | -- | Southland Title | |
| Cohen Randy E | -- | -- | |
| Cohen Randy Earl | $805,000 | Chicago Title Co | |
| -- | $877,500 | -- | |
| -- | $300,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $3,160,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Bishop Neil | $682,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Bishop Neil | $690,000 | |
| Previous Owner | The Klonoff Cohen Family 1993 Trust | $1,352,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cohen Randy E | $75,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cohen Randy E | $200,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cohen Randy E | $1,235,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cohen Randy E | $350,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cohen Randy E | $880,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cohen Randy E | $852,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Cohen Randy E | $150,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cohen Randy E | $710,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/07/2026 04/07/26 | Sold | $3,950,000 | -1.1% | $1,169 / Sq Ft |
| 02/09/2026 02/09/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/12/2026 01/12/26 | For Sale | $3,995,000 | -- | $1,182 / Sq Ft |
Source: San Diego MLS
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $25,594 | $2,048,087 | $1,365,392 | $682,695 |
| 2025 | $25,594 | $2,007,929 | $1,338,620 | $669,309 |
| 2024 | $24,124 | $1,968,559 | $1,312,373 | $656,186 |
| 2023 | $23,592 | $1,929,961 | $1,286,641 | $643,320 |
| 2022 | $22,963 | $1,892,119 | $1,261,413 | $630,706 |
| 2021 | $22,804 | $1,855,020 | $1,236,680 | $618,340 |
| 2020 | $22,526 | $1,836,000 | $1,224,000 | $612,000 |
| 2019 | $14,894 | $1,206,276 | $744,617 | $461,659 |
| 2018 | $13,924 | $1,182,624 | $730,017 | $452,607 |
| 2017 | $13,593 | $1,159,436 | $715,703 | $443,733 |
| 2016 | $13,378 | $1,136,703 | $701,670 | $435,033 |
| 2015 | $13,181 | $1,119,630 | $691,131 | $428,499 |
| 2014 | $12,890 | $1,097,699 | $677,593 | $420,106 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Kristin Slaughter
Seller's Agent in 2026
Kristin Slaughter
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(858) 395-1359
2 in this area
38 Total Sales
-
Jodi Murray
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Jodi Murray
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(858) 736-5617
1 in this area
12 Total Sales
-
Scott Booth
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Scott Booth
Compass
(858) 775-0280
1 in this area
100 Total Sales
Map
Source: San Diego MLS
MLS Number: 2600876
APN: 357-070-11
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