Welcome to this charming turnkey beach bungalow in the heart of La Jolla’s coveted Windansea area. Step inside this light and bright 2-bedroom, 2-bath detached home, where California chic meets thoughtful design. With 1,020 square feet of well-utilized space, custom built-ins maximize every inch. The open-concept living area flows seamlessly into a stunning backyard—perfect for entertaining or unwinding in your private outdoor oasis. Located just a short walk from world-famous Windansea Beach, boutique shopping, and top-rated dining, this home offers the best of La Jolla coastal living. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a slice of paradise!
Sold for $2,100,000
Listed by: Compass • Wilson Riley • Contact: 760-688-6796
Bought with: eXp Realty of California, Inc
$2,100,000
544 Palomar Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037
2beds
1,020sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
6,267 Square Feet Lot
$2,099,900 Zestimate®
$2,059/sqft
$5,952 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,099,900
$1.93M - $2.29M
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Turnkey beach bungalowCustom built-insStunning backyardLight and bright
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Listed by:
Wilson Riley DRE #02042357 wilsonrileyre@gmail.com,
Compass,
Sander Harth DRE #01916223 760-237-0780,
Compass
Bought with:
Corey Berta, DRE #02090518
eXp Realty of California, Inc
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NDP2501671
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Central, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Stacked
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,020 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Front Door
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Coastline, Hills, Neighborhood
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Coastline
Lot
- Size: 6,267 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Garden, Walkstreet, Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 3516120602
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Park, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: La Jolla
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,059/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,591,811
- Annual tax amount: $20,472
- Date on market: 2/21/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/1/2025 | Sold | $2,100,000+5.3%$2,059/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #NDP2501671 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2025 | Pending sale | $1,995,000$1,956/sqft |
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| 2/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000+33%$1,956/sqft |
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| 8/10/2021 | Sold | $1,500,000+7.2%$1,471/sqft |
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| 7/27/2021 | Pending sale | $1,399,000$1,372/sqft |
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| 7/22/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,399,000+75%$1,372/sqft |
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| 6/17/2019 | Listing removed | $5,900$6/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty La Jolla #190026639 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2019 | Listed for rent | $5,900+136%$6/sqft |
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| 7/31/2015 | Sold | $799,500-4.6%$784/sqft |
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| 7/14/2015 | Price change | $838,000-0.1%$822/sqft |
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| 6/8/2015 | Price change | $839,000-1.9%$823/sqft |
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| 5/31/2015 | Price change | $855,000+0.7%$838/sqft |
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| 5/19/2015 | Price change | $849,000-0.7%$832/sqft |
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| 4/20/2015 | Pending sale | $855,000$838/sqft |
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| 4/16/2015 | Listed for sale | $855,000+31.5%$838/sqft |
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| 4/15/2015 | Sold | $650,000$637/sqft |
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| 4/10/2014 | Listing removed | $2,500$2/sqft |
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| 1/31/2014 | Listed for rent | $2,500+39.3%$2/sqft |
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| 4/2/2011 | Listing removed | $1,795$2/sqft |
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| 2/4/2011 | Listed for rent | $1,795$2/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,472 +6.6% | $1,591,811 +2% |
| 2024 | $19,197 +2.2% | $1,560,600 +2% |
| 2023 | $18,775 +2.7% | $1,530,000 +2% |
| 2022 | $18,276 +63.3% | $1,500,000 +64.3% |
| 2021 | $11,192 +1.2% | $912,852 +1% |
| 2020 | $11,056 +2.1% | $903,493 +2% |
| 2019 | $10,826 +5.8% | $885,779 +2% |
| 2018 | $10,230 +7% | $868,412 +6.5% |
| 2017 | $9,564 +1.6% | $815,110 +2% |
| 2016 | $9,412 +177% | $799,128 +178.5% |
| 2015 | $3,398 +1.6% | $286,898 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,345 | $281,279 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $280,009 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $274,520 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $269,138 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $267,127 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $267,762 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $262,513 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $257,367 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $252,322 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $247,375 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $242,525 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $238,081 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $233,414 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $228,839 |
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Neighborhood: La Jolla
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