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A once-in-a-generation opportunity to own a legacy estate in a prestigious waterfront location. Perched in an exclusive, elevated coastal location, this iconic San Diego waterfront estate offers an unparalleled sanctuary of privacy, luxury, and timeless elegance. As a designated Mills Act Historic Site (No. 466), it also offers substantial property tax savings. Designed in 1929 by renowned architect Richard S. Requa, this Spanish Colonial Revival masterpiece effortlessly marries historic grandeur with modern sophistication—all framed by breathtaking, unobstructed Bay and City views. Spanning over a third of an acre, this secluded legacy estate is meticulously designed for both grand entertaining and intimate family living. Expansive, light-filled interiors flow seamlessly, creating a refined yet inviting atmosphere for gatherings of any scale. The estate’s private, gated grounds provide a serene retreat, with lush gardens, multiple terraces, and an outdoor oasis offering direct access to the pristine waterfront—your own front-row seat to San Diego’s ever-changing coastal beauty. Complete with a guest house, private office, pool, spa, beach house, and rare direct beach access, this property defines exclusive waterfront living.
Address |
2900 Nichols
San Diego, CA 92106 |
Listing Status | Closed |
Sold Price | $10,700,000 |
Asking Price | $10,900,000 |
Original Listing | $10,900,000 @ 2025-03-24 |
Escrow Date | 2025-04-16 |
Closing Date | 2025-05-05 |
Off-Market Date | 2025-04-16T11:52:56Z |
Days on MLS |
Age Restriction | 0 |
Property Type | |
Mello-Roos Fee | None Listed |
HOA Fee | $0 |
HOA Features | Curbs, Storm Drains, Suburban, Fishing |
Square Footage | Not Disclosed |
Flooring | Tile, Wood |
Bedrooms | 5 |
Full Bathrooms | 5 |
Half Baths | 1 |
Directions | Directly on the Bay in La Playa. |
Market Area | 92106 - Point Loma |
School District | Not Listed |
County | San Diego |
Assessor Parcel# | 5323650500 |
Zoning | SPECIAL AND/OR MISC |
Geographic Areas |
Community College District: San Diego CC |
Highway Locator |
West of I-15 West of I-5 West of I-805 South of SR-56 South of SR-78 |
Ocean Distance | 1.6 miles |
Year Built | 1929 (source: Assessor) |
Laundry Location | Dryer Included,Individual Room,Stackable,Washer Included |
Elevator | Not Listed |
Cooling | Central Air |
Heating | Central |
Fireplaces | Living Room (1) |
Appliances | Yes |
Assessments | No |
Association | No |
Attached Garage | No |
Basement | Finished |
Common Walls | No Common Walls |
Cooling | Yes |
Entry Location | 1 |
Heating | Yes |
High School District | San Diego Unified |
Land Lease | No |
Laundry | Yes |
Levels | Three Or More |
Living Area Source | Assessor |
Lot Features | 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft, Waterfront, Yard |
Lot Size Source | Assessor |
Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
Main Level Bathrooms | 1 |
Main Level Bedrooms | 1 |
New Construction | No |
Parking | Yes |
Pool Private | Yes |
Property Attached | No |
Room Bathroom Features | Double sinks in bath(s), Double Sinks in Primary Bath, Exhaust fan(s), Granite Counters, Remodeled, Walk-in shower, Shower, Bathtub |
Room Kitchen Features | Kitchen Island, Walk-In Pantry |
Sprinklers | No |
Tax Model | |
View | Yes |
Waterfront Features | Beach Access, Bay Front |
Platform | CRMLS |
AOR | North San Diego County |
MLS Number | NDP2502783 |
Courtesy of | Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty |
Listing Agent |
Megan
Luce &
Elizabeth
Courtier
megan.luce@pacificsir.com |
https://www.californiatophomes.com/NDP2502783
Style | Single Family Residence |
Material | Not Listed |
Lot Size | ~ 15,753 sf |
Fencing | Not Listed |
Topography | Not Listed |
Roof | Spanish Tile, Tile |
Entry Steps | 1 |
Swimming Pool | Above Ground, Lap |
Exclusive Yard | 0 |
Parking |
Gravel
Garage
On Site
Private
Total Spaces: 8.00
Garage Spaces: 2.00
Non-Garage Spaces:
0 -
6.00
|
View | Bay, City Lights, Landmark, Ocean, Panoramic, Water |