Why Live in La Jolla
For those seeking upscale oceanfront or ocean-view living, La Jolla blends a 7-mile stretch of waterside walkability with inland developments tucked high into hillsides. Sunny, mild summers with highs around 70 degrees draw scuba divers and surfers to its sea-carved coves and reefs. And while it's unclear whether its name means "the jewel" in Spanish or "land of holes" in the native Kumeyaay language, La Jolla is considered a seaside gem. Landmarks such as the iconic Windansea Beach surf shack immortalized by the Beach Boys' "Surfin' U.S.A." and a new performing arts center are among its many treasures. From the late 1800s to the mid-1930s, La Jolla was an artists' colony where creatives and philanthropists thrived, including Ellen Browning Scripps, who helped create many of La Jolla's museums, art centers and educational institutions.
It's the coastal heart of San Diego County, known today as one of SoCal’s most expensive ZIP codes — well-suited for well-to-do retirees, university faculty and execs wanting proximity to tech headquarters. "People with discerning tastes like Gregory Peck and Racquel Welch choose La Jolla," says Ron Jones, La Jolla Town Council Administrator
Home Trends in La Jolla, CA
On average, homes in La Jolla, CA sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in La Jolla, CA over the last 12 months is $2,300,000, up 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$2,300,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$3,762,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$2,149,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,299,500
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$616,000
Median Studio Sale Price
$690,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$1,255
Number of Homes for Sale
109
Last 12 months Home Sales
326
Median List Price
$2,416,250
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
14%