Welcome to your dream beach cottage in the heart of Bird Rock—one of San Diego’s most coveted coastal enclaves. Nestled just moments from the beach, beloved local cafés, and top-rated schools, 608 Forward Street presents an exceptional opportunity as a full-time residence, coastal retreat, or high-performing cash flowing vacation rental.. This thoughtfully reimagined 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence spans approximately 1,350 sq ft, blending timeless charm with elevated, modern design. The first floor features a versatile office with built-ins, a full bath, and a dedicated laundry room. Upstairs, you'll find two serene bedrooms and an additional full bathroom, along with an open-concept living space that flows effortlessly onto a balcony terrace with sweeping ocean views. A spiral staircase leads to a tranquil, professionally landscaped backyard—featuring lush palm trees, low-maintenance turf, an outdoor shower, and a shaded lounge retreat beneath the cantilevered deck. Ample under-home storage offers space for surfboards, kayaks, and beach cruisers. This is refined coastal living at its finest, tucked within one of La Jolla’s most prestigious and walkable neighborhoods.
For sale
Listing Provided by:
Keaton English DRE #02026461 keatonrenglish@gmail.com,
Acropolis Enterprise
$2,599,000
608 Forward St, La Jolla, CA 92037
3beds
1,350sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1937
2,772 Square Feet Lot
$2,514,200 Zestimate®
$1,925/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Tranquil professionally landscaped backyardTimeless charmMoments from the beachModern designShaded lounge retreatOutdoor showerLush palm trees
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Listing updated: May 07, 2025 at 11:02am
Listing Provided by:
Keaton English DRE #02026461 keatonrenglish@gmail.com,
Acropolis Enterprise
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PTP2502701
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Laundry: Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,350 sqft
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Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 1
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Lot
- Size: 2,772 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 3574423100
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1937
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Golf, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Biking, Dog Park, Fishing, Hiking, Park, Watersports
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: La Jolla
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,925/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $879,229
- Annual tax amount: $10,933
- Date on market: 4/16/2025
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