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Real Estate/CA/La Jolla/7301 Encelia Drive (Sold)
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$9,950,000
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7301 Encelia Drive, La Jolla, CA 92037

bed
4
Bedrooms
bathtub
4
Bathrooms
square_foot
5,004
Square Feet

About this home

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 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.

infoProperty Facts

bed

Bedrooms

4

bathtub

Bathrooms

4

square_foot

Square Feet

5,004

landscape

Lot Size

65,775.6 sqft

calendar_month

Year Built

1950

home_work

Property Type

Single Family Residence

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Days on Market

93

payments

HOA Fee

N/A

garage

Garage Total

2

fingerprint

MLS #

NDP2600802

chairInterior Details

General Interior

Interior Features

All Bedrooms Down, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets

Fireplace

Living Room, Primary Bedroom

Kitchen & Appliances

Laundry

Laundry Room

Climate Control

Cooling

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deckExterior & Lot

Nearby Schools

RatingSchool NameGradesDistance
N/A
The Childrens School
Private School
K-120.6 mi
N/A
All Hallows Academy
Private School
K-120.7 mi
10
La Jolla Elementary
Elementary School
K-50.7 mi
N/A
San Diego French American School
Private School
K-120.8 mi
N/A
Stella Maris Academy
Private School
K-120.8 mi

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