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$9,950,000
1 Day On Site

7301 Encelia Drive
La Jolla, CA 92037

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
4
Beds
4
Total Baths
4
Full Baths
5,004
SqFt
$1,988
/SqFt
1950
Built
County:
San Diego
Listed by Jason Barry of Barry Estates [email protected]
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SEALED BID SALE | BIDS TO BE DELIVERED TO: The Regents of the University of California Real Estate Services & Strategies 1111 Franklin St, 7th Floor Oakland, CA 94607-5200 ATTENTION: JULIE WONG NO LATER THAN 5PM PST ON APRIL 15, 2026 Contact the Jason Barry Team for more information and/or bid package. Perched high above the Pacific with panoramic views suspended between sea and sky, the former home of Theodor Seuss Geisel—known globally as Dr. Seuss, the most famous children’s author in the world—comes to market as one of La Jolla’s most storied residential offerings. Today, the property is widely regarded as one of the best view lots in all of Southern California, celebrated for its extraordinary elevation and sweeping coastal vistas. Originally designed in 1950 by master architect Thomas L. Shepherd, the estate was thoughtfully built around a pre-existing Spanish Revival observation tower dating back to 1923–1924, created to showcase the site’s remarkable outlook. From this hillside retreat, Geisel wrote 42 of his 68 published works, with the tower and adjoining office and study standing as enduring symbols of the property’s creative legacy. Both the observation tower and the office/study have been formally recognized for designation under the City of San Diego’s Historical Resource Board Criterion B and must remain. Extensively renovated while preserving its historic core, the 5,000+ square-foot estate sits on approximately 1.51 acres and includes a separate pool house, all positioned to capture breathtaking ocean, coastline, and sunset views. Located moments from the La Jolla Country Club, La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, and the shops and dining of La Jolla Village, this is a truly rare opportunity where history, architecture, and setting converge. IMPORTANT NOTE: For all developers or potential buyers out there who are looking to do a lot split, tear down or complete renovation, the office and observation tower must remain.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$9,950,000
Days On Site 
1 Day
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
5,004 sqft
Total Baths 
4
Full Baths 
4
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
1.51 Acres
Year Built 
1950
MLS® Number 
NDP2600802
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Public Records
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
57 minutes agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
yesterdayListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
1.51
Attached Garage 
Yes
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Land Lease 
No
Levels 
One
Number Of Stories 
1
Parking 
Attached
Parking Spaces 
10
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Special Circumstances 
Third Party Approval
Style 
Spanish
Zoning 
R-1
Interior Features
Cooling 
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Living RoomMaster Bedroom
Interior 
Walk-In Closet(s)Master Downstairs
Laundry Features 
Laundry Room
Bedroom 
Den 
Family Room 
Kitchen 
Laundry 
Living Room 
Master Bedroom 
Office 
Other 
Features - Walk-In Closet(s)
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Exterior Features
Pool Features 
PrivateIn Ground
Private Pool 
Yes
View 
BayCity LightsGolf CourseMountain(s)OceanPanoramic
Waterview 
BayCity LightsGolf CourseMountain(s)OceanPanoramic
Community Features
Building Access 
Front
Community Features 
Golf
MLS Area 
92037 - La Jolla
School District 
La Jolla
Schools
School District
La Jolla
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown


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