Property Description

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 Perched high above the Pacific with panoramic views suspended between sea and sky, the former home of Theodor Seuss Geiselknown globally as Dr. Seuss, the most famous childrens author in the worldcomes to market as one of La Jollas 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 19231924, created to showcase the sites 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 propertys creative legacy. Both the observation tower and the office/study have been formally recognized for designation under the City of San Diegos 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 o

Features
Swimming Pool:
Below Ground, Private
Cooling System:
Other/Remarks
Fireplace:
FP in Living Room
Architectural Style:
Mediterranean/Spanish
Address Map
Country:
US
State:
CA
County:
SD
City:
La Jolla
Zipcode:
92037
Street:
Encelia Drive
Street Number:
7301
Longitude:
W118° 44' 30.6''
Latitude:
N32° 50' 29.6''
Directions:
Torrey Pines Rd > Exchange Pl > Country Club Dr > Romero Dr > Brodiaea Way > Encelia Dr.
Zoning:
R-1
Additional Info
Office Name:
Barry Estates
Agent Name:
Jason Barry
Additional Information
Building Size:
5004
Entry Level:
1
Garage:
2
Levels:
1 Story
On Market Date:
2026-01-26
Stories:
1
Stories Total:
1
Virtual Tour:
https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/crmls/NDP2600802
Listing Information
Co List Agent Full Name:
Ryan McGovern
Co List Agent Mls Id:
707488
Co List Office Mls Id:
63807
Co List Office Name:
Barry Estates
List Agent Mls Id:
CRP-119743
List Office Mls Id:
CRP-15232
Mls Status:
ACTIVE
Modification Timestamp:
2026-02-12T03:27:33Z
Originating System Name:
CRP
Special Listing Conditions:
Third Party Approval

Residential For Sale 4 Bedrooms 7301 Encelia Drive, La Jolla, CA 92037 - Scottway - San Diego Real Estate

7301 Encelia Drive, La Jolla, CA 92037

4 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
5,004
$9,950,000
Listing ID #NDP2600802
Basic Details
Property Type :
Residential
Listing Type :
For Sale
Listing ID :
NDP2600802
Price :
$9,950,000
View :
Bay,Golf Course,Mountains/Hills,Ocean,Panoramic,Coastline,White Water,City Lights
Bedrooms :
4
Bathrooms :
4
Square Footage :
5,004
Year Built :
1950
Status :
Active
Full Bathrooms :
4
Property Sub Type :
Detached
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