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.
Sold for $5,550,000
Listing Provided by: Willis Allen Real Estate
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
$5,571,100 Zestimate®
$1,848/sqft
$8,235 Estimated rent
Home value
$5,571,100
$5.13M - $6.07M
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Beach house comfortTraditional charmCozy dining nookLight-filled denSpacious kitchen islandOpen great roomOutdoor decks
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Listing Provided 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#: NDP2511181
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: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
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 sqft
- 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 & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: La Jolla
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/17/2026 | Sold | $5,550,000-2.1%$1,848/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #NDP2511181 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2026 | Pending sale | $5,670,000$1,887/sqft |
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| 12/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $5,670,000+52.2%$1,887/sqft |
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| 5/25/2021 | Sold | $3,725,000-2%$1,240/sqft |
Source:  SDMLS #210007829 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2021 | Pending sale | $3,800,000$1,265/sqft |
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| 3/31/2021 | Listed for sale | $3,800,000+10.1%$1,265/sqft |
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| 9/16/2019 | Listing removed | $3,450,000$1,148/sqft |
Source: La Jolla Office #190024610 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2019 | Listed for sale | $3,450,000+21.1%$1,148/sqft |
Source: Willis Allen Real Estate #190024610 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2012 | Sold | $2,850,000-10.8%$949/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2012 | Price change | $3,195,000-1.7%$1,064/sqft |
Source: Willis Allen Real Estate #120018231 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2012 | Price change | $3,250,000-83.8%$1,082/sqft |
Source: Willis Allen Real Estate-La Jolla Branch #5735dolphinplace Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2012 | Listed for sale | $20,000,000+4344.4%$6,658/sqft |
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| 11/12/1999 | Sold | $450,000$150/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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Neighborhood: La Jolla
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Bird Rock Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Muirlands Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 10/10La Jolla High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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- 5735 Dolphin Pl
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