A Hilly Seaside Community


La Jolla is an affluent neighborhood in San Diego, California. It occupies 7 miles of curving coastline along the Pacific Ocean within the northern city limits.

The 2004 estimated population of the 92037 ZIP code was 42,808 while the La Jolla community planning area had an estimated population of 31,746 in 2010. La Jolla is surrounded on three sides by ocean bluffs and beaches and is located 12 miles north of Downtown San Diego, and 40 miles (64 km) south of Orange County California. The climate is mild, with an average daily temperature of 70.5 °F.
La Jolla is home to a variety of businesses in the areas of lodging, dining, shopping, software, finance, real estate, bio-engineering, medical practice and scientific research. The University of California, San Diego (UCSD) is located in La Jolla, as are the Salk Institute, Scripps Institution of Oceanography (part of UCSD), Scripps Research Institute, and the headquarters of National University.
Attractions
La Jolla is the location of Torrey Pines Golf Course, site each January or February of a PGA Tour event formerly known as the Buick Invitational and – since 2010 – called the Farmers Insurance Open. In 2008, Torrey Pines also hosted the 2008 U.S. Open.
Home Values
The median home value in La Jolla is $1,594,900. La Jolla home values have gone up 6.0% over the past year and Zillow predicts they will rise 2.2% within the next. The median rent price in La Jolla is $4,800, which is higher than the San Diego median of $2,300.
Neighborhoods
- La Jolla Farms
- La Jolla Shores
- La Jolla Heights
- Hidden Valley
- Country Club
- Village
- Lower Hermosa
- Bird Rock
- Muirlands
- La Jolla Mesa
- La Jolla Alta
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for sale
1614 Caminito Barlovento
La Jolla, CA 92037
$1,225,000
Ocean views and gorgeous sunsets! Meticulously maintained private and spacious single level home. Open floor plan showcasing dramatic vaulted ceilings. Beautiful floors throughout. Fireplace,...
- Bed3
- Bath2
- Sq Ft2,023
- Price Per Sq Ft$605.54
- Year Built1980
- CommunityLa Jolla Alta
- TypeAll Other Attached
Offered by
Coldwell Banker West
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pending
5468 Pacifica Drive
La Jolla, CA 92037
$2,095,000
Casa Pacifica is a licensed and established 6-bed Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE). Real Estate only be sold in conjunction with the...
- Bed5
- Bath4
- Sq Ft3,863
- Price Per Sq Ft$542.32
- Year Built1990
- Lot Size0.3 Acres
- CommunityPacifica 2
- TypeDetached
Offered by
Coldwell Banker Realty
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for sale
939 Coast 21hj
La Jolla, CA 92037
$2,950,000
You will be spell bound by the endless panoramic ocean views from this 21st floor penthouse single level two bedroom plus study (or third...
- Bed3
- Bath2
- Sq Ft2,286
- Price Per Sq Ft$1,290.46
- Year Built1966
- CommunityOceanfront the village
- TypeAll Other Attached
Offered by
Berkshire Hathaway Homeservice
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for sale
5935 Folsom Dr
La Jolla, CA 92037
$4,950,000
Archbel Builders presents this gorgeous modern masterpiece in the charming Upper Hermosa neighborhood of La Jolla. This Golba Architecture design features ocean views from...
- Bed6
- Bath6
- Sq Ft4,299
- Price Per Sq Ft$1,151.43
- Year Built2021
- Lot Size0.3 Acres
- CommunityUpper Hermosa
- TypeDetached
Offered by
Berkshire Hathaway Homeservice
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pending
637 Arenas St
La Jolla, CA 92037
$2,395,000
Adorable storybook home in a fabulous location.Just a short stroll to the beach, local markets, restaurants & schools.Peaceful & quiet neighborhood, lush landscaping, lovingly...
- Bed3
- Bath2
- Sq Ft2,061
- Price Per Sq Ft$1,162.06
- Year Built1935
- Lot Size0.1 Acres
- CommunityBeach-Barber Tract
- TypeDetached
Offered by
Berkshire Hathaway Homeservice
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pending
6161 La Pintura Dr
La Jolla, CA 92037
$2,895,000
This rarely seen opportunity features a huge 7200 square foot House, with 6 Bedrooms, 6 1/2 Baths and 3 Kitchens on a .63 acre...
- Bed6
- Bath6
- Sq Ft7,150
- Price Per Sq Ft$404.90
- Year Built1989
- Lot Size0.6 Acres
- CommunityMuirlands Crest
- TypeDetached
Offered by
Homecoin.com