Positioned prominently above the iconic rock that is the namesake of one of La Jolla’s favorite neighborhoods, the house at Bird Rock has an incredibly desirable combination of features. It offers panoramic, front row views with a bird's eye perspective of the vibrantly colorful and ever changing ocean below, and an orientation that perfectly frames the surf breaks and mesmerizing sunsets, all from a location in close proximity to the charming allure of the restaurants, shops, galleries and neighborhood amenities of Bird Rock. The floor plan includes an upstairs primary suite with breathtaking ocean views, 4 secondary bedroom suites, a powder bath and 2 offices, and an oceanfront patio with multiple sitting areas and jacuzzi spa. The home is great for entertaining and enjoys a laid back yet luxurious feel that exceeds expectations set by the understated curb appeal. The site has one of the most robust and permitted retaining earth walls in the area that supports the land on the ocean side, which adds to the usable outdoor space and ensures peace of mind not always enjoyed from properties of this kind. Being adjacent to a stairwell down to the water provides the best of all worlds - bluff top views, secure privacy for a beach location, and easy access to all of the natural wonders of the ocean below. Homes with the lifestyle features that are appurtenant to this property are scarce and the value of such a limited offering cannot be measured in dollars alone.
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Listing Provided by:
Drew Nelson DRE #01376023 dnelson@willisallen.com,
Willis Allen Real Estate,
Timothy Nelson DRE #01801493 858-215-3739,
Willis Allen Real Estate
$12,495,000
5710 Dolphin Pl, La Jolla, CA 92037
5beds
3,938sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1937
4,828 Square Feet Lot
$12,713,200 Zestimate®
$3,173/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 12, 2025 at 11:27am
Listing Provided by:
Drew Nelson DRE #01376023 dnelson@willisallen.com,
Willis Allen Real Estate,
Timothy Nelson DRE #01801493 858-215-3739,
Willis Allen Real Estate
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NDP2404657
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Art Studio, Bedroom, Den, Entry/Foyer, Exercise Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office, Other, Pantry, Utility Room, Workshop
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Outside
Features
- Primary Suite, Utility Room, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Workshop
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Decorative, Den, Gas, Guest Accommodations, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,938 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: side
- Pool features: None
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Above Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Coastline, Ocean, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Coastline,Ocean,Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 4,828 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Waterfront
Details
- Parcel number: 3573611200
- Zoning: R-1 :SFR
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1937
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs
Location
- Region: La Jolla
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $3,173/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,560,123
- Annual tax amount: $31,575
- Date on market: 5/29/2024
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
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