For Sale at La Jolla: 5431 Candlelight Drive, La Jolla, CA 92037. 4-bedroom 4-bath, 3619 sf, 1965 Palisades $5,595,000 begin new search
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Overview

Perched atop the highly sought-after La Jolla Palisades, this architectural gem delivers an unmatched coastal lifestyle where dramatic, whitewater ocean and bay views meet the lights of downtown San Diego. Designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living, the main floor plan transitions seamlessly as the entire living room and kitchen open directly onto one of the neighborhood's premier rooftop terraces. Whether you are hosting friends around the outdoor fireplace, unwinding in the private spa or taking in front-row seats to the Sea World fireworks, this outdoor living space is truly one of a kind. Inside, the home balances refined luxury with exceptional functionality, centered around a dream kitchen featuring rich, honed marble countertops, a stylish herringbone tile backsplash, and bespoke custom cabinetry, ambient lighting and a pleasing color palette. Beyond this home's exquisite finishes, it offers a remarkably thoughtful floor plan with abundant hidden storage and sweeping panoramic views of the city, bay and the ocean framed from every major room. Properties boasting this level of craftspacial design and unmatched elevation, rarely hit the market.

Address 5431 Candlelight Drive

La Jolla, CA 92037
Listing Status Active
Asking Price $5,595,000
On Market Date $5,595,000 @ Sep 11, 2026
Listed / On-Market Entered Sep 10, 2026
Original Entry Sep 10, 2026
Rooms
Walk-In Closet, Exercise Room, Bonus Room, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Great Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Family Room, Home Theatre, Media Room
Square Footage 3619 sf
Flooring Wood
Bedrooms 4
Full Bathrooms 4
Location
Directions La Jolla Scenic South, left on Rutgers, turns into Candlelight, home on left with the biggest view. Cross Street: La Jolla Mesa Dr..
Market Area 92037 - La Jolla
Neighborhood Palisades
Complex La Jolla
School District Not Listed
Ownership
Age Restriction 0
Property Type
Mello-Roos Fee $0
HOA Fee $0
Public Records
County San Diego
Assessor Parcel# 3577021400
Geographic Areas

Community College District: San Diego CC

Community: La Jolla Mesa

School District: San Diego Unified

Zip Code: 92037

Highway Locator

West of I-15

West of I-5

West of I-805

West of SR-163

West of SR-67

South of SR-78

Ocean Distance 0.5 miles
Exterior
Style Single Family Residence
Material Not Listed
Lot Size
Fencing Security
Topography Not Listed
Roof Composition, Shingle
Swimming Pool None
Patio Roof Top, Deck
Exclusive Yard 1
Parking
Direct Garage Access
Garage Faces Front
Driveway
Total Spaces: 4
Garage Spaces: 2
Non-Garage Spaces: 0 - 2.00
View Coastline, Ocean, Bay, White Water, City Lights, Bridge(s)
Features
Year Built 1965 (source: Assessor)
Laundry Location Inside,Individual Room,Electric Dryer Hookup
Elevator Not Listed
Cooling Central Air
Heating Electric, Forced Air, Zoned
Fireplaces Patio,Family Room (1)
Additional Parcels No
Appliances Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Indoor Grill, Range Hood, Ice Maker, Gas Range, Dishwasher
Appliances Yes
Assessments No
Association No
Association Fee 2 0
Attached Garage No
Below Grade Finished Area 0
Carport Spaces 0
Construction Materials Wood Siding
Cooling Yes
Heating Yes
Land Lease No
Laundry Yes
Levels Two
Living Area Source Assessor
Lot Size Source Assessor
Main Level Bathrooms 0
Main Level Bedrooms 0
New Construction No
Number Of Units Total 0
Number Remotes 0
Parking Yes
Patio Yes
Pool Private No
Property Attached No
Sprinklers No
View Yes
Well Depth 0
Well Gallons Per Minute 0
Well Pump Horsepower 0
Well Report No
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Property Tax estimate of 1% of listing price does not include local voter-approved bonds/assessments, supplemental taxes for new construction or ownership changes, extra local fees, etc.
Listing Source
Platform CRMLS
AOR San Diego
MLS Number 260022279SD
Courtesy of Compass
Listing Agent Lauren Gable & Natalia O'Toole