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Elegance and ease along the Pacific
Sparkling La Jolla Shores stretches along the San Diego beachfront as both a vacation destination and a residential harbor. “La Jolla Shores’ elevated lifestyle is hard to find, even in other La Jolla neighborhoods,” says Sanjay Solomon, a top-selling La Jolla Realtor with Exude Realty. “Very few locations in San Diego have its blend of accessibility, relaxed walkability, upscale amenities, and fantastic schools — all with a true community feel.” Locals launch out in kayaks at the shore or travel in golf carts to a luxury resort with private beach access. It’s the kind of community where biking or walking to parks, shops and eateries happens year-round. Plus, major coastal and inland freeways flank the neighborhood, for easy access to the rest of San Diego and beyond.
Brick and Bell Cafe is a popular place to relax and chat with neighbors.
La Jolla Shores offers pristine beaches for locals and visitors.
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La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club, Birch Aquarium
Residents often hold memberships at both the Birch Aquarium, to enjoy year-round exploration of more than 60 habitats, and the award-winning La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club resort. In 2023, the club partnered with the Birch Aquarium to fund its unique potbelly seahorse exhibit. “La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club isn’t exclusive to just La Jolla Shores residents,” adds Solomon, “but living within a short golf-cart ride is a huge plus.” Club members can play tennis on 12 hard courts, sip cocktails by the pool and golf on the resort’s nine-hole, par-3 course. Access to a private beach is also one of the club’s perks, allowing members to relax in a cabana, paddleboard and snorkel in serene waters, or host elegant dinners on the sand.
La Jolla Shores also brims with ecological gems. Locals swim with friendly leopard sharks that return each summer to this crescent of shore, and snorkelers seek a menagerie of wildlife in the 6,000-acre San Diego La Jolla Underwater Park. Hikers head to the Scripps Coastal Meander Trail or the Birch Aquarium path. Sea caving tours are also available through expedition agencies, as well as surfing lessons with Surf Diva.
The Birch Aquarium gets visitors up close and personal with sea life.
La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club is prestigious destination offering golf, swimming and tennis.
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Avenida de la Playa dining, new MRKT Space
Eateries from upscale to casual include Caroline’s Seaside Café , a favorite spot to linger over coffee and brunch on the patio, and surfers walk right from the beach into Shore Rider Bar for refreshment. Along the main Avenida de la Playa corridor, the Italian trattoria Piatti folds the aroma of stone-hearth pizzas into the soft salt breeze. Across Avenida de la Playa, trendy new MRKT Space opened its second U.S. location in 2022 and is fast becoming the go-to for beach gear, organic groceries and gourmet meals. There’s also a Trader Joe’s two miles northeast, on Villa La Jolla Drive.
MRKT is an upscale market in La Jolla Shores with plenty of relaxation space.
Welcome to Shore Rider where everyday feels like summer in La Jolla Shores.
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Blufftop estates to inland condos
Designed as an oceanside community, La Jolla Shores’ curvy, thickly treed streetscapes slope gently toward the shore and hold a variety of appealing home styles. For around $2.5 million, homebuyers can find inland ranch-style cottages or condos that are just a 5-minute walk to the beach. Blufftop estates with panoramic views average $6 million, and beach-access mansions fetch between $5 million and $25 million. New-construction homes underway will likely push the pricing barrier. “Views from homes East of La Jolla Shores Drive sweep from Mount Soledad to La Jolla Village and across the ocean,” Solomon says. “Homes west of La Jolla Shores Drive also have beautiful views but tend to be smaller than those on the hill, although they’re closer to the beach.”
Ranch style homes with unique landscaping are throughout quiet neighborhoods of La Jolla Shores.
Stylish condos steps from La Jolla Shores offer beachside living at its best.
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Top-notch public and private schools
Public schools are within the San Diego Unified School District, and all three available to students in La Jolla Shores earn an A from Niche. Kids can start at Torrey Pines Elementary, a National Blue Ribbon School, and advance to Muirlands Middle and nearby La Jolla High. Popular private-school options include The Bishop’s School, which serves grades 6 through 12 and is ranked as California’s top Christian high school by Niche, and La Jolla Country Day, a PK-12 institution that Niche rates as San Diego’s second-best high school for STEM. For higher education, the Scripps Institution of Oceanography is a global leader in conservation, biodiversity and climate research.
La Jolla High School athletes can choose among more than two dozen sports.
La Jolla Country Day School is a world-renowned prep school located in La Jolla proper.
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Easy transit options, near San Diego International Airport
San Diego International Airport is only a 12-mile drive south, or residents can opt for San Diego Metro Transit at bus stops along La Jolla Shores Drive. At the Old Town Transit Center, the free Old Town Flyer — courtesy of the airport — heads directly to the terminals from 5 a.m. to midnight. “La Jolla Shores allows residents to be at the beach in 5 minutes or less, La Jolla Village in 10 minutes and to the freeways in 10 minutes or less,” Solomon says. “Getting stuck in traffic in and out of La Jolla is a big issue, and living in La Jolla Shores all but eliminates that hassle.”
La Jolla Shores is a coastal haven with a comfortable vibe.
Dine and shop along Avenida De La Playa in La Jolla Shores.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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La Jolla Shores Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in La Jolla Shores, La Jolla sell after 52 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in La Jolla Shores, La Jolla over the last 12 months is $1,962,500, down 38% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Sunny and Bright, Dream La Jolla Shores Del Charro Woods home! Highly upgraded 3BR/3BA townhome in sought-after Del Charro Woods. Light and bright with soaring ceilings, Viking kitchen, inset lighting, water softener and filtration system, media room speakers, custom closets, hardwood floors, new carpets and paint, new washer and dryer, crown molding and baseboards, custom shutters. custom
New co-ownership opportunity: Own one-eighth of this professionally managed, turnkey home by Pacaso. Discover refined seaside living at its best with this architectural gem just steps from the sands of La Jolla Shores. Currently undergoing a full remodel and redesign, this home is being transformed with fresh, modern finishes to elevate its already striking coastal presence. Clean lines and
Compelling price adjustment on the quintessential beach cottage! This fully reimagined 4 bed, 3 bath coastal cottage was taken down to the studs and rebuilt in 2022, blending fresh design with effortless California charm. Wholly owned solar, inground swimming pool, spa and grassy turf make this a home that lives inside and out. Vaulted ceilings + warm hardwood floors set the vibe, and the open
Outstanding ocean-view showplace awaits construction in prestigious La Jolla Shores cul-de-sac. This rare Shores opportunity to build a 6-bed, 7-bath, 1/2-half bath, 11,754-SF masterpiece with exceptional views, first-rate walkability, and a fully-approved, shovel-ready CDP, is an opportunity of a lifetime. Permits and school fees have been paid for, you can begin building tomorrow! Architectural
Fully remodeled in 2023, this rare coastal retreat is located just 1⁄2 block from the prestigious La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club and moments to La Jolla Shores. Light-filled with soaring ceilings and an open-concept design, the home features a stunning chef’s kitchen with oversized island seating six, premium appliances, formal dining, and a spacious living room with fireplace and additional lounge
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Exciting opportunity to own in the heart of La Jolla Shores! This charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo in Villa del Lido offers approximately 756 sq. ft. of bright living space surrounded by lush landscaping and a sparkling community pool. The light-filled interior features a neutral palette and an enclosed patio that adds valuable flexible space, ideal for a home office, den, or retreat.
Romina SpinelliBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Extremely rare & highly coveted La Jolla Shores estate offering unobstructed, panoramic ocean views. Reimagined from top to bottom with exquisite finishes, this home blends sophisticated design with effortless California indoor-outdoor living. Soaring ceilings & oversized windows flood the interiors with natural light, highlighting rich materials & impeccable craftsmanship throughout. The
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Nestled in La Jolla Shores, one of San Diego’s most sought-after coastal communities, this beautifully updated and tastefully appointed condominium offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and beachside living. This spacious one-bedroom, one-bath residence features 848 square feet that lives far larger than its footprint, with an open, light-filled layout and the added privacy of a
A view so vast, you feel like you own the sky. This more-than-stunning residence offers a resort-style life with a refined contemporary aesthetic. Be the first to live in this just-completed beauty of a home sited to capture the breathtaking scale of the sweeping view panorama through retracting floor-to-ceiling walls of glass. Located in upper La Jolla Shores on one of the most highly
Susana CorriganBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Just blocks from the sand in La Jolla Shores! This beautifully designed 650 sq ft second-floor ADU features 9' ceilings and a bright, open layout. The kitchen offers top-of-the-line appliances, and the inviting living area opens to a private balcony off the bedroom. Stylish bathroom with walk-in shower. Enjoy year-round comfort with A/C and the convenience of in-unit laundry. A perfect coastal
La Jolla Shores Mid-Century Coastal RetreatSteps from the sand on one of La Jolla Shores' most coveted residential streets, this beautifully maintained single-level home offers a rare combination of location, privacy, and authentic coastal character.Built in the coastal mid-century tradition and thoughtfully updated, the home welcomes you through striking stained glass double
Just 114 steps from the white sands of La Jolla Shores, this bright and inviting residence offers ocean views from the living room, dining area, and primary bedroom. A large sliding glass door opens to a private balcony — the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or take in a breathtaking sunset. The home features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and in-unit laundry for convenience. An
Beautiful La Jolla Shores 2 bedroom condo with spectacular ocean views, Recently remodeled kitchen with custom-built wood cabinetry, elegant Caesar Stone Quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, and recessed ceiling lighting. Master bedroom with a spacious walk-in closet, dual sinks, a custom-tiled shower, electronic shades and floor-to-ceiling windows leading to expansive balcony to enjoy
Ocean View Penthouse | Fully Furnished | Steps to La Jolla Shores Beach Experience the best of coastal living in this furnished ocean-view penthouse located in the highly desirable La Jolla Shores neighborhood. This spacious 2-bedroom plus den, 2-bath residence offers approximately 1,520 square feet of light-filled living space and is just steps from the beach, restaurants, cafes, and shops. The
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Experience captivating ocean views from this top-floor penthouse in Building 3 of the La Jolla Shores Clubdominium. This beautiful 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence combines comfort in coastal living, offering the perfect retreat steps from the beach. Fully furnished and available November through April 2026.
Enjoy the best of coastal living in this beautifully furnished residence at 8263 Camino Del Oro #372, ideally located just moments from the sand in La Jolla Shores. This spacious home features the largest floor plan in the building, offering three separate bedrooms that provide exceptional privacy and comfort for family and guests. The living room and balcony capture lovely ocean views, creating
This is a spacious and quite Ocean View unit, located on the 3rd floor. Located on the world famous La Jolla Shores Park w/ a private deck, Bright, Walking distance to all. Amenities include use of pool, spa, gym and beach access from the La Jolla Shores Hotel, which is located directly across the street from the unit.
John MichaelsenRE/MAX Hometown, Realtors
$3,575 per month
Fully Furnished Minutes from the Beach Newly Remodeled 2 Bedroom Move in Ready!
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Beachfront Condo in La Jolla Shores – Ground Floor, Steps from the Sand & Pool Live at one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. This rare ground-floor beachfront condo in La Jolla Shores offers unbeatable access to the ocean, pool, and community amenities—all just a few steps from your patio. The unit is the closest in the community to the pool and common areas, giving you exceptional
Mick RothmanLa Jolla Shores Broker
$9,000 per month
Summer Availability -Steps from La Jolla Shores Beach, Fully Furnished!
This stunning fully furnished 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom condo is nestled in the heart of La Jolla, CA. This beautiful complex boasts an unparalleled location, just steps away from the sun-kissed shores of La Jolla Shores beach, charming local shops, and a plethora of fine dining options.Step inside and immerse yourself in a world of comfort and style, where tasteful furnishings create an
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