For Sale: 7301 Encelia Drive, La Jolla, CA 92037. 4-bedroom 4-bath, 5004 sf, 1950 Country Club $0 - $9,950,000 begin new search
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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 Contact the Jason Barry Team for more information and/or bid package. 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.

Address 7301 Encelia Drive

La Jolla, CA 92037
Listing Status Active
Asking Price $0 - $9,950,000
Original Listing $9,950,000 @ 2026-01-26
Rooms
All Bedrooms Down, Den, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Office, Walk-In Closet
Square Footage 5004 sf
Bedrooms 4
Full Bathrooms 4
Location
Directions Torrey Pines Rd > Exchange Pl > Country Club Dr > Romero Dr > Brodiaea Way > Encelia Dr.
Market Area 92037 - La Jolla
Neighborhood Country Club
School District Not Listed
Ownership
Age Restriction 0
Property Type
Mello-Roos Fee $0
HOA Fee $0
HOA Features Golf
Public Records
County San Diego
Assessor Parcel# 3522321500
Zoning R-1
Geographic Areas

Community College District: San Diego CC

Community: Country Club

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 0.6 miles
Exterior
Style Single Family Residence
Material Not Listed
Lot Size ~ 65,776 sf
Fencing Not Listed
Topography Not Listed
Entry Steps 1
Swimming Pool In Ground, Private
Exclusive Yard 0
Parking
Total Spaces: 10
Garage Spaces: 2
Non-Garage Spaces: 0 - 8.00
View Bay, City Lights, Coastline, Golf Course, Mountain(s), Ocean, Panoramic, White Water
Features
Year Built 1950
Laundry Location Individual Room
Elevator Not Listed
Cooling See Remarks
Heating
Fireplaces Living Room,Primary Bedroom (1)
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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 North San Diego County
MLS Number NDP2600802
Courtesy of Barry Estates
Listing Agent Jason Barry & Ryan McGovern
Jason@barryestates.com