Movoto Real Estate
Sold on 05/10/2021

5531 Taft Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037

  • $4,865,000

    Last sold 05/10/2021 for $3.29M

  • 5

    bed

  • 5

    bath

  • 3,915

    Sqft ($842/Sqft)

House not for sale
Movoto is helping 14 homebuyers near you

About 5531 Taft Ave

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 2006
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 6,463 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Parking 2 garage spaces
Property description
East meets West in this Bird Rock architectural masterpiece with dramatic ocean and sunset views. An entertainer's delight with indoor and outdoor living on a large 6500sf lot. This 3900sf East Coast w/California twist style features: 4 spacious bedrooms plus loft, 4.5 baths, freshly painted white kitchen, stone and wood floors, 4 fireplaces warming cooler evenings, formal dining room, and sitting room, full bedroom first floor suite, custom wood accents and built in cabinets throughout (see supplement)
Listed by
Listing Agent - Jeanne H Gleeson
Listing Office - Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Source: San Diego MLS mls logo
MLS#210005794 • last updated 5 years ago
Movoto checked San Diego MLS for data 8 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC N/K, Other/Remarks
Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air Unit
Levels/Style 3 Story
Status SOLD
Virtual Tour N/A
SubType Detached
MLS # 210005794
Lot Size (SqFt) 6463
Short Sale (Y/N) No
Year Built 2006
Interior
# Half Bath 1
# Full Bath 4
# Bedrooms 5
Laundry Laundry Room, Inside, Gas, Washer Hookup
Other Rooms Bedroom Entry Level, Dining Room/Separate, Family Room, Formal Entry, Loft, Center Hall, Family Kitchen
Floor Type Carpet, Stone, Wood
Appliances Dishwasher, Disposal, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Refrigerator, 6 Burner Stove, Built In Range, Electric Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Vented Exhaust Fan, Gas Range, Built-In
Exterior
Roof Rolled/Hot Mop, Tile/Clay
Fencing Full, Gate
Exterior Stucco, Wood, Wood/Stucco, Shingle Siding
Patio Balcony, Deck, Slab, Stone/Tile, Patio
Guest House N/K
Other Structures Other/Remarks
Garage Desc Detached, Garage, Garage - Rear Entry, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener
# Non-Garage Spaces 1
Total # Parking Spaces 3
# Garage Spaces 2
Parking Desc Driveway - Concrete, Street
Lot Desc 4, 000-7, 499 SF, Alley Access, Curbs, Public Street, Sidewalks, Street Paved, West Of I-5
Amenities / Utilities
Water Source Public
Sewer/Septic Sewer Connected
HOA Fees Include N/K
Spa Desc N/K
Pool Desc N/K
Location
View Bay, City, Evening Lights, Ocean, Other/Remarks, Water, Coastline
Neighborhood Bird Rock
County San Diego
Community LA JOLLA
Cross Street Midway St
APN 357-552-30-00
Lot/ Land Details
Frontage Other/Remarks
$4.86M
Range: $4.52M-$5.2M
Last 30 days 
  • May 2021
    Public Records
  • May 10, 2021 Sold
    $3,295,000
  • May 2021
    mls logo MLS # 210005794
  • May 10, 2021 Sold
    $3,295,000
  • May 10, 2021 Sold
    $3,295,000
  • Mar 29, 2021 Pending
  • Mar 28, 2021 Pending
  • Mar 19, 2021 Back On Market
  • Mar 18, 2021 Listed
  • Mar 11, 2021 Pending
  • Mar 10, 2021 Pending
  • Mar 5, 2021 Listed
    $3,295,000
  • Mar 5, 2021 Listed
    $3,295,000 (+3.1%)
  • Nov 2020
    mls logo MLS # 200041792
  • Nov 21, 2020 Expired
  • Oct 11, 2020 Price Change
    $3,195,000 (-3.0%)
  • Aug 28, 2020 Listed
    $3,295,000
  • Aug 28, 2020 Listed
    $3,295,000
  • Feb 2020
    mls logo MLS # 200010440
  • Feb 9, 2020 Listed
    $3,295,000
  • Feb 9, 2020 Listed
    $3,295,000
  • 5531 Taft Ave
    $3.29M
  • Bird Rock
    $2.14M
  • 92037
    $2.49M -5% y/y
  • La Jolla
    $2.49M -6% y/y
No chart available
Statistics calculated by Movoto

Thinking of selling? Get a Cash Offer.

  • A smooth, fast sale
  • Skip staging and repairs
  • No strings attached
9/10
8/10
9/10
Source: GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.

Around Bird Rock

Explore everything this neighborhood has to offer. Learn more about Bird Rock.
By entering my info and clicking Ask a Question below, I am providing my e-signature and express written consent to receive marketing emails, calls, and texts (including via automatic telephone dialing systems, AI generative, artificial or pre-recorded voice technology) relating to my inquiry from Movoto (and parties calling/messaging on their behalf) even if my number appears on the company, state, or national Do Not Call Registry. You also agree to ourTerms and Conditions and Privacy Policy. Consent not required to receive services (call 1-844-420-1270 to be connected without providing consent).

Nearby recently sold homes in La Jolla, CA

Nearby homes for sale in La Jolla, CA

Newest listings in 92037

  • Real Estate
  • CA
  • San Diego County
  • La Jolla
  • 92037
  • Bird Rock
  • 5531 Taft Ave
Meet with a real estate agent today (844) 430-0869
The multiple listing information is provided by San Diego MLS, Inc.. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and that it may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed to be accurate. Buyer to verify all information. The information provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Listing information updated every 15 minutes. Terms of use & Privacy Policy, California Privacy Info. Copyright © 2005 - 2026 Movoto, Inc. All rights reserved. Equal Housing Opportunity CalDRE CalDRE #01517281
Movoto Real Estate is committed to ensuring accessibility for individuals with disabilities. We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our web experience for everyone. We welcome feedback and accommodation requests, please submit them here.
This information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. You should rely on this information only to decide whether or not to further investigate a particular property. BEFORE MAKING ANY OTHER DECISION, YOU SHOULD PERSONALLY INVESTIGATE THE FACTS (e.g. square footage and lot size) with the assistance of an appropriate professional. You may use this information only to identify properties you may be interested in investigating further. All uses except for personal, non-commercial use in accordance with the foregoing purpose are prohibited. Redistribution or copying of this information, any photographs or video tours is strictly prohibited. This information is derived from the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) service provided by San Diego Multiple Listing Service. Displayed property listings may be held by a brokerage firm other than the broker and/or agent responsible for this display. The information and any photographs and video tours and the compilation from which they are derived is protected by copyright. Data last updated 7/20/2026 9 AM. Compilation © 2026 San Diego Multiple Listing Service.
Requests for information regarding mortgage products will be directed to Movoto.com affiliate, Lower, LLC - a licensed Mortgage Lender (NMLS #1124061), or, based on your location, may be redirected to a participating mortgage marketing partner that may pay Lower, LLC for any consumer contact information provided through this site.