The Laureate House A Legacy of Art, Architecture, and Awe-Inspiring Views Perched above the La Jolla Country Club with sweeping panoramic vistas of the Pacific Ocean and The Village below, The Laureate House is a once-in-a-lifetime offering—an enchanting Spanish Colonial Revival estate that radiates history, beauty, and soul. Lovingly owned by Nobel Prize-winner and This rare jewel bears the hallmarks of Southern California Spanish Architecture that is iconic & holistic and was inspired by the vernacular of early California and Mexico, she infused the home with warmth and elegance—whitewashed stucco walls, red-tile roofing, wrought iron details, and intimate garden spaces that invite harmony with the landscape. The home’s layout is centered around a serene courtyard anchored by a reflection pond, evoking the romance and simplicity of a bygone era. Five spacious bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and two powder rooms are gracefully woven into a floorplan that encourages both celebration and contemplation. Indoor and outdoor living flow seamlessly, with grand entertaining areas opening to lush ocean-view terraces and a backyard ideal for gatherings under the stars. Rich in provenance and architectural character, this is not just a home—it is a legacy. A place where history, art, and nature converge in one of La Jolla’s most storied and breathtaking settings.
Sold for $5,800,000 on 07/03/25
$5,800,000
7316 Encelia Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037
5beds
3,019sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
-- sqft lot
$5,772,600 Zestimate®
$1,921/sqft
$12,722 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 14 hours ago
Listing updated: July 07, 2025 at 02:41pm
Listed by:
Craig Lotzof DRE #01211688 858-243-4071,
Compass
Bought with:
Keith York, DRE #01874926
Agents of Architecture, Inc.
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 250029095
Originating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTOR

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air Unit
Cooling
- N/K
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Built In Range, Electric Oven, Range/Stove Hood, Counter Top, Electric Cooking, Gas Cooking, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Gas, Gas & Electric Dryer HU
Features
- Balcony, Bathtub, Beamed Ceilings, Built-Ins, Coffered Ceiling(s), Formica Counters, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Laminate Counters, Open Floor Plan, Pantry, Shower, Shower in Tub, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Two Story Ceilings, Unfurnished, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceiling
- Flooring: Stone, Tile, Vinyl Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: FP in Family Room, FP in Primary BR, Gas Starter, Masonry, Wood
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,019
- Total interior livable area: 3,019 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Direct Garage Access
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: See Remarks
Features
- Levels: 2 Story
- Patio & porch: Balcony, Deck, Other/Remarks, Porch, Porch - Front, Porch - Rear, Terrace
- Pool features: See Remarks
- Spa features: N/K
- Fencing: Average Condition,Gate
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, City Lights, Coastline, Courtyard, Evening Lights, Golf Course, Landmark, Mountains/Hills, Neighborhood, Ocean, Panoramic, Panoramic Ocean, Parklike, Water, White Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean,Panoramic Ocean,Water,White Water
- Frontage type: Other/Remarks
Details
- Additional structures: N/K
- Parcel number: 3522310500
- Special conditions: N/K
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean/Spanish,See Remarks
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood
- Roof: Flat,Tile/Clay
Condition
- Additions/Alterations,Building Permit
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Connected
- Water: Meter on Property, Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Other/Remarks, Security Bars, Security System
Location
- Region: La Jolla
- Subdivision: LA JOLLA
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Other/Remarks
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Estimated market value
$5,772,600