First time on the market and a rare opportunity! This home is a "true gem" with breathtaking sit down panoramic white water ocean views, bay and city views from almost every room! This single level home with no steps, offers 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths and a spacious 2,712 square feet on a flat .24 acre lot. Lovingly maintained over the years, the floor plan was perfectly designed. There are vaulted ceilings and large windows that bring in an abundance of natural light and two fireplaces to keep the rooms warm and cozy. There are several patios and decks encircling the home where you can walk out to enjoy the mesmerizing sunsets as it drops below the ocean skyline and later to watch the sparkling Sea World fireworks. Luscious landscaping including producing fruit trees that are perfect for your homemade lemonade to sip while you appreciate the majestic views. Being a single level home with a thoughtful floorplan and sit-down panoramic views in beautiful La Jolla Palisades, this is truly a home for a lifetime!
Sold for $3,900,000
$3,900,000
5504 Rutgers Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037
4beds
2,712sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1972
-- sqft lot
$3,690,300 Zestimate®
$1,438/sqft
$8,122 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,690,300
$3.51M - $3.87M
$8,122/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 23, 2026 at 06:36pm
Listed by:
Barbara Leinenweber DRE #01826534 619-981-0002,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Cher Conner, DRE #00604382
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 250043019
Originating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTOR
Originating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTORFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Radiant
Cooling
- N/K
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Garage Door Opener, 6 Burner Stove, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Electric Stove, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Gas & Electric Dryer HU
Features
- Bar, Beamed Ceilings, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Vacuum Central, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceiling, Kitchen Open to Family Rm
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: FP in Family Room, FP in Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: Detached
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,712
- Total interior livable area: 2,712 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Garage - Front Entry, Garage - Single Door, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: 1 Story
- Patio & porch: Brick, Deck, Concrete, Patio
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, City, Evening Lights, Ocean, Panoramic, Panoramic Ocean, Coastline, White Water, City Lights
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean,Panoramic Ocean,White Water
- Frontage type: Ocean/Bluff
Details
- Parcel number: 3584800600
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood/Stucco
- Roof: Concrete
Condition
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Meter on Property
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: N/K
Location
- Region: La Jolla
- Subdivision: LA JOLLA
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/23/2026 | Sold | $3,900,000$1,438/sqft |
Source:  SDMLS #250043019 Report a problem | ||
| 12/14/2025 | Pending sale | $3,900,000$1,438/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #250043019 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,900,000$1,438/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #250043019 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,724 +21% | $259,860 +2% |
| 2024 | $3,078 +2.3% | $254,765 +2% |
| 2023 | $3,008 +2.8% | $249,771 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: La Jolla
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Bird Rock Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Muirlands Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 10/10La Jolla High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
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Estimated market value$3,690,300
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Estimated market value
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