Charming coastal cottage ideally located on one of the best streets in Bird Rock w/great walkability to shopping, restaurants and schools. Elevated front yard provides privacy, enjoyment of lovely garden landscaping and tree lined street. Experience the warmth of this home upon entry with its oak floors, coffered ceilings and sunlit rooms. An inviting, spacious, landscaped courtyard awaits family enjoyment and entertaining. Flexible floorpan provides options for home office or additional bedroom. A true gem, this lovely home welcomes casual beach living at its best.
For sale
Price cut: $150.5K (7/21)
$2,999,500
5537 Bellevue Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037
3beds
1,818sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$19,867/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1976
4,488 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,650/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 44 days |
- 1,858 |
- 90 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Edward Nigolian DRE #01051475 626-232-9940,
Ed Nigolian Realty
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260013915
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Originating MLS: SDMLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air Unit
Cooling
- N/K
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Oven, Water Line to Refr, Gas Cooking
- Laundry: Electric, Gas
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood, Marble
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: FP in Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,818
- Total interior livable area: 1,818 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: 1 Story
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 4,488 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 3575512900
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood/Stucco
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1976
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: LA JOLLA
Location
- Region: La Jolla
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,650/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,500,000
- Annual tax amount: $31,861
- Date on market: 6/9/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Cash To New Loan
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/21/2026 | Price change | $2,999,500-4.8%$1,650/sqft |
Source:  SDMLS #260013915 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,150,000+15.4%$1,733/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #260013915 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2026 | Listing removed | $8,490$5/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2026 | Listed for rent | $8,490$5/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2022 | Sold | $2,730,000-8.8%$1,502/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2022 | Pending sale | $2,995,000$1,647/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #NDP2203186 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2022 | Listed for sale | $2,995,000+130.6%$1,647/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #NDP2203186 Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/2006 | Sold | $1,299,000$715/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $31,861 -4.5% | $2,500,000 -7.6% |
| 2024 | $33,354 +2.2% | $2,705,040 +2% |
| 2023 | $32,623 -2.1% | $2,652,000 -2.9% |
| 2022 | $33,339 +64% | $2,730,000 +66.5% |
| 2021 | $20,330 +1.2% | $1,639,900 +1% |
| 2020 | $20,084 +2.4% | $1,623,086 +2% |
| 2019 | $19,604 +10.5% | $1,591,262 +6.1% |
| 2018 | $17,747 +7.6% | $1,500,000 +7.1% |
| 2017 | $16,491 +3.3% | $1,400,000 +3.7% |
| 2016 | $15,967 +3.8% | $1,350,000 +3.8% |
| 2015 | $15,389 +7.9% | $1,300,000 +8.3% |
| 2014 | $14,268 | $1,200,000 +3% |
| 2013 | -- | $1,165,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $1,165,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $1,165,000 -8.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,271,000 -7.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,378,507 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,351,479 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,324,980 +161.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $506,163 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $496,240 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $486,510 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $477,595 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $468,232 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $459,052 |
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Neighborhood: La Jolla
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Bird Rock Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10Muirlands Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 10/10La Jolla High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: San Diego Unified School Distric
Source: SDMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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