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Sold for $5,550,000
    • Listed by: Willis Allen Real Estate • Drew Nelson • Contact: dnelson@willisallen.com
    Bought with: Compass
    $5,550,000

    5735 Dolphin Pl, La Jolla, CA 92037

    4beds
    3,004sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2003
    3,458 Square Feet Lot
    $5,558,000 Zestimate®
    $1,848/sqft
    $8,235 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $5,558,000

    Estimated sales range

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    $8,235/mo

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    What's special

    Beach house comfortTraditional charmCozy dining nookLight-filled denSpacious kitchen islandOpen great roomOutdoor decks
    Discover the perfect blend of traditional charm and beach house comfort in this stunning Bird Rock home. Just steps from the ocean and vibrant downtown Bird Rock, 5735 Dolphin embodies the relaxed yet sophisticated La Jolla lifestyle. Recently updated, the home features an open great room with a spacious kitchen island, a cozy dining nook, and a light-filled den on the main level, along with a bedroom. Upstairs, find three additional bedrooms, including a primary suite with ocean views and a private office. Enjoy outdoor decks and a rooftop space with panoramic views from downtown to the Pacific. The lower level boasts a 4-car tandem garage, laundry, a full bath, storage, and another office. Plus, an adjacent public grassy area offers a rare-to-find buffer from neighbors and nearby play space. This luxurious home is ready for you to embrace the desirable lifestyle of this prime location.

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    Listed by:

    Drew Nelson DRE #01376023 dnelson@willisallen.com,

    Willis Allen Real Estate,

    Timothy Nelson DRE #01801493 858-215-3739,

    Willis Allen Real Estate

    Bought with:

    Lauren Forbes, DRE #01295248

    Compass

    Jagger Kroener, DRE #01984562

    Compass

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NDP2511181MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bonus Room, Den, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Library, Living Room, Other
    Other
    • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Laundry: Laundry Room
    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: 3,004 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: Three Or More
    • Stories: 3
    • Entry location: side
    • Pool features: None
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Coastline, Neighborhood, Ocean
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Coastline,Ocean
    Lot
    • Size: 3,458 Square Feet
    • Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Landscaped
    Details
    • Parcel number: 3573630100
    • Zoning: R-1:Single Fam-Res
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Condition
    • Year built: 2003

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
    Location
    • Region: La Jolla

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $1,848/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $4,112,698
    • Date on market: 12/2/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 44 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    2/17/2026Sold$5,550,000-2.1%$1,848/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #NDP2511181 Report a problem
    1/16/2026Pending sale$5,670,000$1,887/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #NDP2511181 Report a problem
    12/2/2025Listed for sale$5,670,000+52.2%$1,887/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #NDP2511181 Report a problem
    5/25/2021Sold$3,725,000-2%$1,240/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #210007829 Report a problem
    4/28/2021Pending sale$3,800,000$1,265/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #210007829 Report a problem
    3/31/2021Listed for sale$3,800,000+10.1%$1,265/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #210007829 Report a problem
    9/16/2019Listing removed$3,450,000$1,148/sqft
    Source: La Jolla Office #190024610 Report a problem
    5/6/2019Listed for sale$3,450,000+21.1%$1,148/sqft
    Source: Willis Allen Real Estate #190024610 Report a problem
    9/19/2012Sold$2,850,000-10.8%$949/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    6/20/2012Price change$3,195,000-1.7%$1,064/sqft
    Source: Willis Allen Real Estate #120018231 Report a problem
    4/1/2012Price change$3,250,000-83.8%$1,082/sqft
    Source: Willis Allen Real Estate-La Jolla Branch #5735dolphinplace Report a problem
    3/24/2012Listed for sale$20,000,000+4344.4%$6,658/sqft
    Source: Willis Allen Real Estate-La Jolla Branch #5735dolphinplace Report a problem
    11/12/1999Sold$450,000$150/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2026-- $4,112,698 +2%
    2025$51,029 +5%$4,032,058 +2%
    2024$48,594 +2.2%$3,952,999 +2%
    2023$47,526 +2.7%$3,875,490 +2%
    2022$46,263 +15.1%$3,799,500 +16.5%
    2021$40,211 +1.2%$3,260,413 +1%
    2020$39,723 +2.1%$3,226,983 +2%
    2019$38,890 +6.6%$3,163,710 +2%
    2018$36,478 +2.5%$3,101,678 +2%
    2017$35,602 +1.6%$3,040,862 +2%
    2016$35,041 +1.5%$2,981,239 +1.5%
    2015$34,529 +1.6%$2,936,459 +2%
    2014$33,981 $2,878,939 +1%
    2013-- $2,850,000 +140.2%
    2012-- $1,186,429 +2%
    2011-- $1,163,167 +0.8%
    2010-- $1,154,474 -0.2%
    2009-- $1,157,217 +2%
    2008-- $1,134,527 +2%
    2007-- $1,112,282 +2%
    2006-- $1,090,474 +2%
    2005-- $1,069,093 +2%
    2004-- $1,048,131 +1.9%
    2003-- $1,028,922 +110.4%
    2002-- $489,140 +6.6%
    2001-- $459,000
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: La Jolla

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