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$9,950,000
7301 Encelia Drive, La Jolla, CA 92037
4Beds
4Baths
5,004Sq Ft
10Parking
1950Built
33Days Listed
2Lot Sq Ft
Listed by Jason Barry, Barry Estates | 858-756-4024 | MLS# NDP2600802
About This Property
SEALED BID SALE | BIDS TO BE DELIVERED TO: The Regents of the University of California Real Estate Services & Strategies 1111 Franklin St, 7th Floor Oakland, CA 94607-5200 ATTENTION: JULIE WONG NO LATER THAN 5PM PST ON APRIL 15, 2026 Perched high above the Pacific with panoramic views suspended between sea and sky, the former home of Theodor Seuss Geiselknown globally as Dr. Seuss, the most famous childrens author in the worldcomes to market as one of La Jollas most storied residential offerings. Today, the property is widely regarded as one of the best view lots in all of Southern California, celebrated for its extraordinary elevation and sweeping coastal vistas. Originally designed in 1950 by master architect Thomas L. Shepherd, the estate was thoughtfully built around a pre-existing Spanish Revival observation tower dating back to 19231924, created to showcase the sites remarkable outlook. From this hillside retreat, Geisel wrote 42 of his 68 published works, with the tower and adjoining office and study standing as enduring symbols of the propertys creative legacy. Both the observation tower and the office/study have been formally recognized for designation under the City of San Diegos Historical Resource Board Criterion B and must remain. Extensively renovated while preserving its historic core, the 5,000+ square-foot estate sits on approximately 1.51 acres and includes a separate pool house, all positioned to capture breathtaking ocean, coastline, and sunset views. Located moments from the La Jolla Country Club, La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, and the shops and dining o
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Property Details
- Property Type
- Detached
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Building Area
- 5,004 Sqft
- Living Area
- 5,004 sqft
- Year Built
- 1950
- Stories
- 1.0
- Status
- Active
- Original Price
- $9,950,000
- MLS Number
- NDP2600802
Location & Neighborhood
What's nearby 7301 Encelia Drive, La Jolla, CA 92037
Parks & Recreation
- 0.2 mi
- 0.2 mi
- 1.0 mi
POI data updated 1/30/2026
Last updated: Feb 12, 2026
Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of the date of this data. This information is for your personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties you may be interested in purchasing.
$9,950,000