Desirable La Jolla Vista Townhome – Prime Location! Bring your paintbrush and roll up your sleeves — this home is full of potential and just needs a little TLC to shine ! Ideally located across from Scripps Memorial Hospital and just a short walk to UCSD, Westfield UTC Mall, the new trolley line, hiking trails, coffee shops, and restaurants. Designed for comfort and functionality, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath townhome offers 1,676 sq. ft. of living space in a serene canyon-rim setting with beautiful natural vistas. The home provides four convenient parking options—an attached two-car garage, a driveway space, and one assigned spot—and features a private backyard patio perfect for outdoor relaxation or entertaining. Enjoy a spacious open floor plan with a large living and dining area, plus a primary suite with a walk-in closet and private balcony. The kitchen offers ample cabinetry and counter space, complemented by laundry hookups in the garage and generous storage throughout. Community amenities include a pool and clubhouse, and the HOA covers water and basic cable. Conveniently situated in a high-demand rental area, this property combines location, comfort, and potential in one of La Jolla’s most sought-after neighborhoods.
Sold for $900,000
Listed by: LPT Realty, Inc. • Melody Parra • Contact: 619-384-4611
Bought with: eXp Realty of California, Inc.
$900,000
9853 Genesee Ave, San Diego, CA 92121
4beds
1,676sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1971
-- sqft lot
$901,800 Zestimate®
$537/sqft
$5,338 Estimated rent
Home value
$901,800
$830,000 - $974,000
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Listed by:
Melody Parra DRE #02114671 fatherdaughterpower@gmail.com,
LPT Realty, Inc.,
Harvey Parra DRE #01260975 619-379-7918,
LPT Realty, Inc.
Bought with:
Lisa Leonte, DRE #01450266
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PTP2507944
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: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
Features
- All Bedrooms Up
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: 1 Common Wall,End Unit,No One Above,No One Below
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,676 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 1
- Pool features: Community, Association
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Details
- Parcel number: 3431501100
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1971
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Sidewalks, Pool
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Pool, Pet Restrictions, Trash, Water
- Services included: Sewer
- HOA fee: $620 monthly
- HOA name: La Jolla Vista Townhomes
- HOA phone: 858-550-7900
Location
- Region: San Diego
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $537/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $116,144
- Annual tax amount: $1,486
- Date on market: 10/22/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 135 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/17/2026 | Sold | $900,000-4.8%$537/sqft |
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| 4/10/2026 | Pending sale | $944,999$564/sqft |
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| 3/7/2026 | Contingent | $944,999$564/sqft |
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| 3/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $944,999$564/sqft |
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| 2/21/2026 | Contingent | $944,999$564/sqft |
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| 2/16/2026 | Price change | $944,999-0.5%$564/sqft |
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| 12/17/2025 | Price change | $949,999-9.5%$567/sqft |
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| 10/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,050,000$626/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,486 +3.9% | $116,144 +2% |
| 2024 | $1,430 +2.3% | $113,867 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,398 +2.7% | $111,635 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,362 +0.7% | $109,447 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,353 +1.2% | $107,302 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,336 +4.2% | $106,203 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,283 +4.4% | $104,122 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,229 +2.4% | $102,081 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,200 +1.7% | $100,080 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,180 +1.5% | $98,118 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,163 +1.5% | $96,645 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,146 | $94,753 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $94,326 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $92,478 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $90,666 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $89,990 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $90,205 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $88,437 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $86,704 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $85,005 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $83,339 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $81,706 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $80,209 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $78,638 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $77,097 |
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Neighborhood: University City
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- 8/10Doyle Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.4 mi
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