Variance granted for Alternate Property Class! Exceptional coastal investment opportunity just blocks away from iconic Windansea Beach! This versatile property features two spacious 3BR/2BA units, currently operating as successful vacation rentals, offering outstanding flexibility for investors, owner-occupants, or multi-generational living. The larger, upstairs unit showcases beautiful ocean views and a private balcony, while the downstairs unit enjoys its own secluded yard, ideal for seamless indoor-outdoor coastal living. Each unit includes a detached 1 car-garage along with abundant additional off-street parking - a rare and highly valuable amenity in this coveted beachside location. Just moments from world class beaches, renowned dining, upscale shopping, and the vibrant village lifestyle of La Jolla, this is a rare opportunity to own a highly versatile income-producing property in one of South California's most sought-after coastal communities!
For sale
$3,295,000
521 Arenas St, La Jolla, CA 92037
6beds
2,206sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1973
3,998 Square Feet Lot
$3,175,500 Zestimate®
$1,494/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautiful ocean viewsPrivate balconySecluded yardSeamless indoor-outdoor coastal livingAbundant additional off-street parking
- 30 days |
- 1,284 |
- 32 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Markus Feldmann DRE #01250179 619-572-7879,
Pacific Real Estate Center
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260018214
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Originating MLS: SDMLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Heating
- Other/Remarks
Cooling
- Other/Remarks
Appliances
- Included: Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Stove, Electric Cooking
- Laundry: Other/Remarks, Washer Hookup
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,206
- Total interior livable area: 2,206 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Detached, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: 2 Story
- Patio & porch: Patio, Patio Open
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Panoramic Ocean, Coastline
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Panoramic Ocean
Lot
- Size: 3,998 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 3511510100
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood
- Roof: Other/Remarks
Condition
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Meter on Property
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: LA JOLLA
Location
- Region: La Jolla
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,494/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,763,628
- Date on market: 7/24/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$3,175,500
$3.02M - $3.33M
$7,994/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,295,000+112.6%$1,494/sqft |
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| 10/5/2024 | Listing removed | $5,995$3/sqft |
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| 9/24/2024 | Price change | $5,995-4.1%$3/sqft |
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| 9/6/2024 | Price change | $6,250-3.8%$3/sqft |
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| 8/31/2024 | Listed for rent | $6,500+150.5%$3/sqft |
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| 5/15/2019 | Sold | $1,550,000-4.8%$703/sqft |
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| 4/7/2019 | Pending sale | $1,629,000$738/sqft |
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| 3/28/2019 | Price change | $1,629,000-1.2%$738/sqft |
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| 2/18/2019 | Price change | $1,649,000-2.4%$748/sqft |
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| 1/11/2019 | Price change | $1,689,000-0.6%$766/sqft |
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| 11/17/2018 | Price change | $1,699,000-2.9%$770/sqft |
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| 10/16/2018 | Price change | $1,749,000-2.8%$793/sqft |
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| 8/23/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,799,000+49.9%$816/sqft |
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| 10/31/2016 | Listing removed | $2,595+8.1%$1/sqft |
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| 8/8/2013 | Listing removed | $2,400$1/sqft |
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| 7/20/2013 | Listed for rent | $2,400$1/sqft |
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| 5/10/2005 | Sold | $1,200,000$544/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $1,763,628 +2% |
| 2025 | $22,194 +6.4% | $1,729,048 +2% |
| 2024 | $20,853 +2.3% | $1,695,146 +2% |
| 2023 | $20,394 +2.7% | $1,661,909 +2% |
| 2022 | $19,852 +0.7% | $1,629,324 +2% |
| 2021 | $19,716 +1.2% | $1,597,378 +1% |
| 2020 | $19,477 +5.4% | $1,581,000 +5.4% |
| 2019 | $18,472 +6.8% | $1,499,396 +2% |
| 2018 | $17,300 +2.4% | $1,469,998 +2% |
| 2017 | $16,889 +10.4% | $1,441,176 +10.9% |
| 2016 | $15,296 +18.1% | $1,300,000 +18.2% |
| 2015 | $12,950 +4.4% | $1,100,000 +4.8% |
| 2014 | $12,410 | $1,050,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $1,050,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $1,050,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $1,050,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $1,050,000 -4.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,100,000 -4.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,150,000 -7.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,248,480 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,224,000 +704.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $152,121 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $149,140 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $146,408 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $143,538 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $140,724 |
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Neighborhood: La Jolla
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10La Jolla Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Muirlands Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 10/10La Jolla High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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