8838 La Jolla Scenic Dr N La Jolla, CA 92037
La Jolla Heights NeighborhoodEstimated payment $13,087/month
Highlights
- Den
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Front Porch
- Torrey Pines Elementary School Rated A
- Formal Dining Room
- 2 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
Welcome to a truly rare opportunity in the heart of La Jolla! Offered for the first time in over 50 years, this beloved family home is ready to be reimagined. With its inviting layout, private patio designed for outdoor gatherings, and a generous backyard perfect for a lap pool or entertaining, the possibilities are endless. Set in an unbeatable location just minutes from the beach, you’ll find yourself within walking distance of Congregation Beth El, Adat Yeshurun, Torrey Pines Elementary, Torrey Pines Church, the La Jolla YMCA, La Jolla Montessori Institute, UCSD, and the Jewish Campus Center. Whether you envision a modern masterpiece or a timeless coastal retreat, this property is your chance to create something extraordinary in one of La Jolla’s most sought-after neighborhoods.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,229
Year Built
- Built in 1961
Lot Details
- 8,100 Sq Ft Lot
- Gated Home
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Block Wall Fence
- Brick Fence
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Property is zoned R-1:SINGLE
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Side or Rear Entrance to Parking
- Rear-Facing Garage
- Single Garage Door
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Clay Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2,168 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Formal Entry
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Electric Oven
- Built-In Range
- Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Linoleum
- Tile
Outdoor Features
- Open Patio
- Front Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- La Jolla Subdivision
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 | $2,229 | $189,383 | $90,300 | $99,083 |
| 2024 | $2,229 | $185,671 | $88,530 | $97,141 |
| 2023 | $2,178 | $182,032 | $86,795 | $95,237 |
| 2022 | $2,118 | $178,464 | $85,094 | $93,370 |
| 2021 | $2,103 | $174,966 | $83,426 | $91,540 |
| 2020 | $2,076 | $173,173 | $82,571 | $90,602 |
| 2019 | $2,038 | $169,778 | $80,952 | $88,826 |
| 2018 | $1,905 | $166,450 | $79,365 | $87,085 |
| 2017 | $1,858 | $163,187 | $77,809 | $85,378 |
| 2016 | $1,826 | $159,988 | $76,284 | $83,704 |
| 2015 | $1,798 | $157,586 | $75,139 | $82,447 |
| 2014 | $1,769 | $154,500 | $73,668 | $80,832 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2025 10/30/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/05/2025 09/05/25 | For Sale | $2,450,000 | -- | $1,130 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | -- | Corinthian Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Accommodation | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Accommodation | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Accommodation | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Southland Title Corporation |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $100,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $380,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $355,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $230,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | No Value Available |
Source: San Diego MLS
MLS Number: 250038209
APN: 344-182-14
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