La Jolla, CA 92037,7301 Encelia Drive
La Jolla, CA 92037,7301 Encelia Drive
La Jolla, CA 92037,7301 Encelia Drive
La Jolla, CA 92037,7301 Encelia Drive
La Jolla, CA 92037,7301 Encelia Drive
La Jolla, CA 92037,7301 Encelia Drive
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Demi Fox

Demi Fox

+1(805) 490-1401
Listed by Jason A Barry • Barry Estates
$ 9,950,000
Est. payment | /mo

4 Beds

4 Baths

5,004 SqFt

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$ 9,950,000
Est. payment | /mo
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4 Beds

4 Baths

5,004 SqFt

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 8N-2600802

Style Spanish

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 4

Year Built 1950

Lot Size 1.510 Acres

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Source California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

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 Contact the Jason Barry Team for more information and/or bid package. 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

Cooling See Remarks

Fireplaces Type Living Room, Master Bedroom

Laundry Individual Room

Exterior

Garage Spaces 2.0

Pool Private, In Ground

Community Features Golf

View Y/N Yes

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

Building

Lot Description 0-1 Unit/Acre

Others

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NEARBY SCHOOL & BUSINESS

SCHOOLSPROPERTIES
Elementary Schools 20
  • 10

    Torrey Pines Elementary School

    Public | KG - 5

  • 9

    La Jolla Elementary School

    Public | KG - 5

  • 9

    Bird Rock Elementary School

    Public | KG - 5

  • 9

    Sessions Elementary School

    Public | KG - 5

  • 9

    Doyle Elementary School

    Public | KG - 5

  • 7

    Pacific Beach Elementary School

    Public | KG - 5

  • 7

    Cadman Elementary School

    Public | KG - 5

  • 6

    Alcott Elementary School

    Public | KG - 5

  • 6

    Spreckels Elementary School

    Public | KG - 5

  • 0

    Stella Maris Academy

    Private | KG - 8

  • 0

    The Gillispie School

    Private | PK - 6

  • 0

    The Childrens School

    Private | PK - 8

  • 0

    The Evans School

    Private | PK - 6

  • 0

    All Hallows Academy

    Private | KG - 8

  • 0

    San Diego French American School

    Private | PK - 8

  • 0

    St Paul's Lutheran School

    Private | PK - 8

  • 0

    Montessori Institute of San Diego Child House

    Private | PK - 3

  • 0

    Beth Montessori Preschool

    Private | PK - KG

  • 0

    Mission Bay Montessori Academy

    Private | PK - 6

  • 0

    La Jolla Country Day School

    Private | PK - 12

Middle Schools 4
  • 10

    Preuss School Ucsd

    Public | 6 - 12

  • 9

    Muirlands Middle School

    Public | 6 - 8

  • 6

    Pacific Beach Middle School

    Public | 6 - 8

  • 0

    The Bishop's School

    Private | 6 - 12

High Schools 2
  • 9

    La Jolla High School

    Public | 9 - 12

  • 6

    Mission Bay High School

    Public | 9 - 12

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Demi Fox

+1(805) 490-1401

demifox4re@gmail.com

1464 Madera Rd N. Suite 253, Valley, CA, 93065

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