249 Playa Del Norte, La Jolla, California 92037, La Jolla, 92037 - 3 bed, 5 bath

249 Playa Del Norte, La Jolla, California 92037 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$3,595,000
249 Playa Del Norte, La Jolla, California 92037
3Beds
5Baths
2,469Sqft
6,473Lot
Year Built
2020
Close
-
List price
$3.6M
Original List price
$3.6M
Price/Sqft
$1,456
HOA
$613
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
250043753SD
Home ConditionExcellent
Features
Excellent View: Coastline, Ocean, Panoramic, Water
Deck
ViewCoastline, Ocean, Panoramic, Water

About this home

Great Deal:The estimated price is 12% above the list price. We found 4 Cons,6 Pros. Rank: price - $3.60M(50th), sqft - 2469(38th), beds - 3(34th), baths - 5(73th).

This “lock & go” detached beach house built in 2020 only 500 feet from La Jolla's beloved Windansea Beach with whitewater ocean views, a GUEST APARTMENT, and exceptional parking is the perfect primary home, pied-à-terre, or investment property. HOA does not restrict vacation rentals. A street-to-street lot invites sunlight throughout and takes advantage of ocean views from the front patio, dining room, two decks flanking the great room, primary suite’s bed wall, and (of course) the panoramic roof deck. Expansive home boasts approx. 3,369 sqft of total interior space comprised of 2,469 sqft of living space (advertised) plus a bonus finished basement of approx. 900 sqft that includes a bathroom. A creative 3 bed/4.5 bath design allows you to enjoy the entire property as a single home or as two separate legal dwellings; the ground floor ensuite is a self-sufficient legal studio with its own entrance, kitchen, laundry, and 1-car garage, presenting opportunities for hosting, help, rental income, and more! Parking at the beach is no problem with 2 single car garages visible from the rear, and the main home’s garage with CAR ELEVATOR that descends to an approx. 900 sqft bonus basement (in addition to advertised sqft) that creates space for 2 more cars and a flex room (movie/office/guest) that has a full bathroom. Windansea is an iconic beach in La Jolla’s coveted Beach Barber Tract neighborhood, a premium coastal community with lovely shops, restaurants, and a high quality grocery store just blocks away.

Nearby schools

9/10
La Jolla Elementary School
Public,K-50.9mi
8/10
Muirlands Middle School
Public,6-80.6mi
8/10
La Jolla High School
Public,9-120.4mi

Price History

Date
Event
Price
11/10/25
Listing
$3,595,000
12/24/20
Sold
$1,750,000
Condition Rating
Excellent

This property was built in 2020, making it virtually new. The images showcase a pristine, modern aesthetic throughout, with high-end finishes in both the main kitchen and the guest apartment kitchen, including stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and contemporary cabinetry. Bathrooms feature modern vanities, large format tiling, and sleek fixtures. All flooring, lighting, and visible systems are new and meet current quality standards, indicating no deferred maintenance and minimal physical depreciation. The property is move-in ready with top-tier quality.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Great Schools: Elementary School: La Jolla Elementary School (9/10).
Prime Coastal Location & Views: Situated just 500 feet from La Jolla's beloved Windansea Beach in a coveted neighborhood, offering whitewater ocean views and a panoramic roof deck.
New Construction & Modernity: Built in 2020, this 'lock & go' detached beach house provides modern design, amenities, and reduced immediate maintenance concerns.
Income & Flexible Living Potential: Features a legal, self-sufficient guest apartment with its own entrance and amenities, and the HOA permits vacation rentals, offering significant income or versatile living arrangements.
Exceptional Parking & Bonus Space: Offers unparalleled parking solutions including multiple garages and a car elevator leading to a 900 sqft bonus basement for additional vehicles and a versatile flex room.
Expansive & Adaptable Interior: Boasts approximately 3,369 sqft of total interior space, including a bonus finished basement, designed for flexible use as a single home or two separate legal dwellings.

Cons

MLS Listing Discrepancy: Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 2469, other record living area = 2089. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 3, other record bedroom count = 2.
Significant HOA Fees: The property incurs a notable monthly association fee of $613.0, which adds to the ongoing cost of ownership.
Potential for Limited Private Yard Space: While offering multiple decks and patios for views, the 6,473 sqft lot, accommodating extensive parking and a large footprint, may result in limited traditional private yard space.
Specialized System Maintenance: The inclusion of a car elevator and multiple separate living units suggests potential for higher maintenance complexity and costs associated with specialized systems.

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