For sale

Price cut: $291K (9/29)

$4,898,000

5503 Chelsea Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037

3beds

1,914sqft

$34,644/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1951

-- sqft lot

$4,699,800 Zestimate^®

$2,559/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Sweeping pacific ocean viewsStriking mid-century modern residencePremier corner lotCustom renovation

This striking mid-century󠃢󠂁󠂠󠃢󠂀󠂋󠃢󠂁󠂡󠃢󠂀󠂋󠃳󠂠󠂁󠂁󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠 modern residence sits on a premier corner lot in lower Bird Rock with sweeping Pacific Ocean views. Thoughtfully reimagined in collaboration with a talented local designer and contractor, the home represents a truly custom renovation—intentionally designed from corner to corner. Two bedrooms and the bonus office are located on the main level, while the third bedroom occupies its own separate level with a private entrance and full bathroom. This versatile space offers an ideal retreat for overnight guests, family, extended stays, or anyone looking for additional privacy and independence.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 3

Heating

Forced Air Unit

Cooling

Central Forced Air, Gas

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Washer, Gas Oven, Gas Stove
Laundry: Gas

Features

Flooring: Tile
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: FP in Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,914
Total interior livable area: 1,914 sqft

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 4
Parking features: Attached
Garage spaces: 2

Features

Levels: 2 Story
Pool features: N/K
Fencing: Partial
Has view: Yes
View description: Ocean
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Ocean

Details

Parcel number: 3575231000

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Stucco
Roof: Flat

Condition

Year built: 1951

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: $2,559/sqft
Tax assessed value: $2,673,895
Date on market: 9/4/2026
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

Estimated market value

$4,699,800

$4.46M - $4.93M

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/29/2026	Price change	$4,898,000-5.6%$2,559/sqft
Source: SDMLS #260021755 Report a problem
9/4/2026	Listed for sale	$5,189,000+116.7%$2,711/sqft
Source: SDMLS #260021755 Report a problem
8/22/2018	Listing removed	$9,000$5/sqft
Source: 710 Beach Realty Report a problem
8/12/2018	Listed for rent	$9,000-55%$5/sqft
Source: 710 Beach Realty Report a problem
6/15/2018	Listing removed	$2,395,000$1,251/sqft
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeService #180002193 Report a problem
6/15/2018	Listed for sale	$2,395,000+1.9%$1,251/sqft
Source: BHHS California Properties #180002193 Report a problem
6/14/2018	Sold	$2,350,000-1.9%$1,228/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
5/6/2018	Pending sale	$2,395,000$1,251/sqft
Source: BHHS California Properties #180002193 Report a problem
4/14/2018	Price change	$2,395,000-4%$1,251/sqft
Source: BHHS California Properties #180002193 Report a problem
1/12/2018	Price change	$2,495,000-4%$1,304/sqft
Source: BHHS California Properties #180002193 Report a problem
10/26/2017	Price change	$2,600,000-7%$1,358/sqft
Source: BHHS California Properties #180002193 Report a problem
7/12/2017	Listed for sale	$2,795,000+25.3%$1,460/sqft
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeService #170036284 Report a problem
4/29/2015	Listing removed	$20,000$10/sqft
Source: BHHS #150006006 Report a problem
2/4/2015	Listed for rent	$20,000$10/sqft
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices #150006006 Report a problem
12/18/2014	Listing removed	$20,000$10/sqft
Source: BHHS #110016646 Report a problem
9/24/2013	Listed for rent	$20,000$10/sqft
Source: Prudential California Realty #110016646 Report a problem
2/2/2006	Sold	$2,230,000+107.4%$1,165/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
2/14/2003	Sold	$1,075,000+70.6%$562/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
3/26/1999	Sold	$630,000$329/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2026	--	$2,673,895 +2%
2025	$33,468 +5.6%	$2,621,466 +2%
2024	$31,697 +2.2%	$2,570,066 +2%
2023	$31,002 +2.7%	$2,519,673 +2%
2022	$30,180 +0.7%	$2,470,268 +2%
2021	$29,964 +1.2%	$2,421,832 +1%
2020	$29,602 +2.2%	$2,397,000 +2%
2019	$28,952 +32.5%	$2,350,000 +27%
2018	$21,858 +6.2%	$1,850,000 +5.7%
2017	$20,585 +5.6%	$1,750,000 +6.1%
2016	$19,490 +3%	$1,650,000 +3.1%
2015	$18,913 +6.2%	$1,600,000 +6.7%
2014	$17,806	$1,500,000
2013	--	$1,500,000 -6.3%
2012	--	$1,600,000
2011	--	$1,600,000 -11.1%
2010	--	$1,800,000 -10%
2009	--	$2,000,000 -13.8%
2008	--	$2,320,092 +2%
2007	--	$2,274,600 +99.6%
2006	--	$1,139,309 +2%
2005	--	$1,116,971 +2%
2004	--	$1,095,070 +60.6%
2003	--	$681,930 +2%
2002	--	$668,560 +2%
2001	--	$655,452