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
- Swimming Pool:
- Below Ground, Private
- Cooling System:
- Other/Remarks
- Fireplace:
- FP in Living Room
- Architectural Style:
- Mediterranean/Spanish
- 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
- Office Name:
- Barry Estates
- Agent Name:
- Jason Barry
- 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
- 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
- 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