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$9,950,000

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4 Beds

4 Baths

5,004 SqFt

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7301 Encelia Drive La Jolla, CA 92037

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 5,004 sqft

Price per Sqft $1,988

MLS Listing ID NDP2600802

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 4

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1950

Lot Size 1.510 Acres

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

SEALED BID SALE | BIDS TO BE DELIVERED TO: The Regents of the University of California Real Estate Services & Strategies 1111 Franklin St, 7th Floor Oakland, CA 94607-5200 ATTENTION: JULIE WONG NO LATER THAN 5PM PST ON APRIL 15, 2026 Perched high above the Pacific with panoramic views suspended between sea and sky, the former home of Theodor Seuss Geisel—known globally as Dr. Seuss, the most famous children's author in the world—comes to market as one of La Jolla's most storied residential offerings. Today, the property is widely regarded as one of the best view lots in all of Southern California, celebrated for its extraordinary elevation and sweeping coastal vistas. Originally designed in 1950 by master architect Thomas L. Shepherd, the estate was thoughtfully built around a pre-existing Spanish Revival observation tower dating back to 1923–1924, created to showcase the site's remarkable outlook. From this hillside retreat, Geisel wrote 42 of his 68 published works, with the tower and adjoining office and study standing as enduring symbols of the property's creative legacy. Both the observation tower and the office/study have been formally recognized for designation under the City of San Diego's Historical Resource Board Criterion B and must remain. Extensively renovated while preserving its historic core, the 5,000+ square-foot estate sits on approximately 1.51 acres and includes a separate pool house, all positioned to capture breathtaking ocean, coastline, and sunset views. Located moments from the La Jolla Country Club, La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, and the shops and dining of La Jolla Village, this is a truly rare opportunity where history, architecture, and setting converge. IMPORTANT NOTE: For all developers or potential buyers out there who are looking to do a lot split, tear down or complete renovation, the office and observation tower must remain.

Location

State CA

County San Diego

Area 92037 - La Jolla

Zoning R-1

Interior

Interior Features All Bedrooms Down, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)

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Fireplaces Type Living Room, Primary Bedroom

Fireplace Yes

Laundry Laundry Room

Exterior

Garage Spaces 2.0

Garage Description 2.0

Pool In Ground, Private

Community Features Golf

View Y/N Yes

View Bay, City Lights, Coastline, Golf Course, Mountain(s), Ocean, Panoramic

Total Parking Spaces 10

Private Pool Yes

Building

Lot Description 0-1 Unit/Acre

Story 1

Entry Level One

Architectural Style Spanish

Level or Stories One

Schools

School District La Jolla

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 3522321500

Acceptable Financing Subject To Other

Listing Terms Subject To Other

Special Listing Condition Third Party Approval

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Listed by Jason Barry Barry Estates Jason@barryestates.com, DRE #01147550

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7301 Encelia Drive La Jolla, CA 92037

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