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  • $2,399,000

    5437 Caminito Bayo, La Jolla, CA 92037

    3beds
    2,469sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2011
    3,484 Square Feet Lot
    $2,335,700 Zestimate®
    $972/sqft
    $290/mo HOA

    What's special

    Marble countertopsThree-sided natural lightProfessional grade appliancesBuilt-in closet organizer
    Perched high on a coastal hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Mission Bay, SeaWorld, the Coronado Bridge, and downtown San Diego, 5437 Caminito Bayo is a uniquely positioned home in Emerald Cove. This rare corner home shares only one wall, delivering three-sided natural light and the privacy of a detached single family home. Built in 2011, 5437 Caminito Bayo is one of the newer constructed homes in the community. Soaring 18-foot vaulted ceilings, ivory porcelain tile throughout the main level, and Lauzon hard maple engineered wood upstairs. The kitchen opens to the family room with a peninsula breakfast bar, travertine subway tile backsplash with designer details over the cooktop, and European-style cabinetry in a medium-tone stain with glaze detail. Professional grade appliances. Ivory travertine fireplace with custom wood mantel. Ceiling-mounted premium speakers provide surround capabilities in the family room. Primary suite features vaulted ceilings, marble countertops, full marble floor and wall tile, built-in closet organizer, and a private glass railing balcony with sweeping views of the Pacific, Mission Bay, SeaWorld, the Coronado Bridge, and downtown San Diego exclusively from the primary suite. Full La Jolla Alta Club membership included: two pools, spa, sauna, tennis, gym, and clubhouse. Total HOA $380 per month. 24-hour gated community. Bird Rock Elementary 0.7 mi, Muirlands Middle 1.5 mi, La Jolla High 1.8 mi. All showings by private appointment only.
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    Listed by:

    Justin Verdugo DRE #02137419 619-415-3606,

    Palm Tree Properties

    Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260011009MLS LogoOriginating MLS: SDMLS

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Forced Air Unit
      Cooling
      • Central Forced Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Vacuum/Central, Washer
      • Laundry: Gas
      Features
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: FP in Living Room
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,469
      • Total interior livable area: 2,469 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Attached
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: 2 Story
      • Pool features: Community/Common
      • Fencing: Full
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Bay, Mountains/Hills, Ocean, City Lights
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Bay,Ocean
      Lot
      • Size: 3,484 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 3587512000
      • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
      • Zoning description: R-1:SINGLE

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Stucco
      • Roof: Tile/Clay
      Condition
      • Year built: 2011

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Sewer Connected
      • Water: Meter on Property

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: LA JOLLA
      HOA
      • Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Gated Community, Trash Pickup
      • HOA fee: $290 monthly
      • HOA name: La Jolla Alta 5
      Location
      • Region: La Jolla

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $972/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $1,419,334
      • Annual tax amount: $17,707
      • Date on market: 5/7/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

        Estimated market value

        $2,335,700

        $2.22M - $2.45M

        $7,927/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        5/7/2026Listed for sale$2,399,000+112.3%$972/sqft
        Source: SDMLS #260011009 Report a problem
        1/27/2012Sold$1,130,000-7%$458/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        8/26/2010Listed for sale$1,215,000$492/sqft
        Source: Sharon Belden Realty #100050769 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$17,707 +3.9%$1,419,334 +2%
        2024$17,038 +2.3%$1,391,505 +2%
        2023$16,661 +2.7%$1,364,221 +2%
        2022$16,216 +0.7%$1,337,472 +2%
        2021$16,104 +1.2%$1,311,248 +1%
        2020$15,907 +2%$1,297,804 +2%
        2019$15,589 +6.8%$1,272,358 +2%
        2018$14,602 +2.4%$1,247,410 +2%
        2017$14,254 +1.6%$1,222,952 +2%
        2016$14,027 +1.5%$1,198,974 +1.5%
        2015$13,819 +1.6%$1,180,965 +2%
        2014$13,599 $1,157,832 +0.5%
        2013-- $1,152,600 +92.6%
        2012-- $598,428 +161.5%
        2011-- $228,881 +0.8%
        2010-- $227,171 -0.2%
        2009-- $227,712 +2%
        2008-- $223,248
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: La Jolla

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        18 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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