5940 La Jolla Scenic Dr S, La Jolla, CA 92037
OFF MARKET

5940 La Jolla Scenic Dr S
La Jolla, CA 92037

La Jolla
  • 6 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,918 sqft (on 1 acre)

$6,523,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 1, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $38,668/mo*
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$6,523,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 1, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $38,668/mo*
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6 Beds
4 Baths
3,918 sqft
(on 1 acre)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Opportunity awaits with this classic La Jolla ranch home that's never been listed in 50+ years & is situated on a coveted, flat, 1-acre lot in the Muirlands surrounded by $6-15M properties! Built in 1966, the timeless U-shaped single-level floorplan features 5BRs plus an optional, 4 full baths, a grand living room, dining room, separate office, & kitchen with breakfast nook! Endless potential to add a pool & tennis court to the sprawling backyard or build up to reclaim its panoramic ocean & skyline views! First Time EVER on the Market! ' Located on a flat 1-acre lot in the Muirlands! ' Built in 1966 ' Listed by Original Owners ' Classic ranch-style home ' One-of-a-Kind Property ' Sprawling backyard with Plenty of Space for a Pool & Tennis Court! ' Endless Potential ' Timeless U-Shaped Single-Level Floorplan ' Flexible Layout ' Circular Driveway ' Gated Entry ' 5 Bedrooms plus Optional(s) ' Large Master Bedroom with Dressing Room, Walk-in Closet & En-Suite Bathroom ' 4 Additional Bedrooms with 2 Hallway Bathrooms ' Dedicated Office & Media Room (with neighboring 4th Full Bath) could easily be converted to 2 Additional Bedrooms ' Separate Dining Room ' Kitchen with Walk-in Pantry & Breakfast Nook ' Hallway features Glass Sliders to the Backyard ' High Ceilings ' Wide Hallways ' Bring Your Imagination & Your Contractor! ' This incredible piece of La Jolla real estate will NOT last long!. 2020-09-08
5940 La Jolla Scenic Dr S, La Jolla, CA 92037 is a 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,918 sqft single-family home in La Jolla, built in 1966. It last sold for $4,500,000 on Sep 14, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $6,523,200, with a rent estimate of $7,535/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
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Outdoor
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A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 5940 La Jolla Scenic Dr S

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherRefrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Linoleum Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: TileExterior: Stucco, Wood
Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1966Year Updated: 1966
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1 acre

Price History for 5940 La Jolla Scenic Dr S

DatePriceEventSource
09/14/2020$4,500,000Sold
CRMLS #200041864
08/31/2020$4,300,000PendingAgent Provided
08/28/2020$4,300,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in La Jolla

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$2.53M
$190KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.4%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$1.15K
$10MoM
Available listings
194
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$61,502
Assessment$4,870,942
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 5940 La Jolla Scenic Dr S

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
5875 La Jolla Mesa Dr, La Jolla, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$4,000,000
04/01/26
5
4.5
4,391
5931 Citadel Cir, La Jolla, CA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$5,204,000
08/05/25
5
5.5
4,554
1654 La Jolla Rancho Rd, La Jolla, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$7,750,000
12/08/25
6
4.5
6,266
6142 La Pintura Dr, La Jolla, CA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$4,900,000
07/24/25
4
4.5
4,400
6005 La Jolla Scenic Dr S, La Jolla, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$9,500,000
03/25/26
5
6
7,631
6012 La Jolla Mesa Dr, La Jolla, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$12,202,020
06/30/26
6
6.5
8,003
5811 Box Canyon Rd, La Jolla, CA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$6,435,000
04/30/26
5
4
4,000
1444 Rodeo Dr, La Jolla, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$3,800,000
08/22/25
3
2
2,841
5916 Via Zurita, La Jolla, CA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$4,800,000
08/01/25
7
6.5
5,800
6121 La Pintura Dr, La Jolla, CA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$1,700,000
01/07/26
5
3
1,560

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

La Jolla
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What Locals Say about La Jolla

At least 288 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 96 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 85 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 80 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 74 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 74 % Say car is needed

  • 68 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 67 % Say parking is easy

  • 65 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 64 % Say it's quiet

  • 64 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 61 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 56 % Say kids play outside

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 35 % Say there are community events

  • 34 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Christine Babin
    "Very dog friendly. Everyone walks their dogs . Easy to find dog sitters. Take dogs to restaurants ……"
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  • Tammian Layson
    "The walkability, beach, and exclusivity. I’ve lived here for 16 years and I’ve raised my two kids in La Jolla. The farmers market, elementary, middle and high school are within walking distance. Shops, cafes, restaurants, movie theatre, grocery store are all in walking distance. Easy access to the freeway if needed, but you don’t really need a car because the public transportation is easily accessible. "
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  • Nmgk262h4h
    "Plenty of other dogs to hang out with and a nice park a couple blocks away. Other tenants complain and HOA charges for animals"
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  • Carolyn2013
    "Dozens of restaurants, a grocery, movie theater, modern art museum, performing arts center and the beach all within walking distance."
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  • Trulia User
    "Easy access to I-5; quick 20 mins to airport; walking distance to LJ village square & UCSD; if you like trail biking, Rose Canyon bike path is close by"
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  • Trulia User
    "I lived here in La Jolla for 5 years and it has been quite an adventure. La Jolla is really peaceful and a place to call home. "
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  • Trulia User
    "loves the outside of the city peaceful and quiet all , also like the way the streets are , parks beaches "
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  • Trulia User
    "There is a dog friendly park close by and I see lots of people playing with and training their dogs there. "
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  • Trulia User
    "You can take dogs anywhere. People are really friendly with dogs and they are always on a leash on the streets."
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  • Trulia User
    "Safe and convenient. A lot of stores, trolly stations within walking distance. Very close to the beaches and nature trails. Best climate year around."
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  • Trulia User
    "This is the most dog-friendly place I’ve ever lived. Tons of people walking dogs, dogs are allowed on the patios at all dining locations I’ve visited, and the parks have plenty of well- heaved dogs."
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  • Trulia User
    "Getting in and out of La Jolla takes longer than I would prefer, so commutes are a few minutes longer than I would prefer. But the location, views, and proximity to the beach far outweighs any small annoyances."
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  • Trulia User
    "hd yes I don't know what else to say but dogs are abundant in la Jolla there are lots of places to take your dogs, many dog friendly restaurants. and dog friendly stores and dog friendly people and parks however the beaches can be a little restrictive "
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  • Trulia User
    "La Jolla is amazing place to live. People are super friendly and can't beat the location. Commute is easy to get out of LJ and onto the freeway"
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  • Trulia User
    "I drive, it is 20 minutes to get to the freeway, commute driving out of la Jolla does take longer than other places in the city"
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  • Trulia User
    "nice easy paced lifestyle. a bit tourist y in summer by the beach, but a slice of paradise as far as weather "
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  • Trulia User
    "Yes its so common to see people with dogs around, and although there are many dogs it is not a noisy neighborhood at all..."
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  • Trulia User
    "I lived here for 13 years and love the neighborhood. Easy walkablility to grocery, pharmacy, coffee, bakery, and hardware. Plus great surf beach and safe quiet neighborhood "
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  • Snownina
    "The sunset everyday is a neighborhood ritual, you often see neighbors and dog owners out each evening to enjoy the view. Also the La Jolla Art & Wine festival and other annual local events really help build the community feeling. "
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  • J W.
    "I don’t commute, but pretty much every where from la jolla is 15-25 minutes away. Rush hour getting out of the village is a bore but if you live here you are usually going opposite of traffic. "
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  • William O.
    "Great parks and beaches. Many local businesses to explore. Keep a close eye on children on busy streets. People drive too fast in certain places. "
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  • Markasilverberg
    " Beautiful Windansea Beach nearby! Everything you need is within a short walk. The community Center is only a block away. "
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  • Gturq1
    "From a sports standpoint, there are a number of triathlons, running races and swim events in La Jolla and the immediate surrounding area."
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  • Jay R.
    "Most of the residence are dog friendly with only a few exceptions. Most neighbors are pet owners themselves. "
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  • Dan
    "Windansea beach is less than half a block away. I have a dog who loves the beach too. Love it Love it "
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  • Basyouni
    "I've been here since Jan of last year and travel regularly but it does feel safe and is clean and walkable for "
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  • Gturq1
    "20 min to work, 30 if traffic. 30 min home, 20 if no traffic. Issue is usually entering the Village after 4. "
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  • Linda L.
    "The La Jolla newcomers club has hikes, walks, annual party, and monthly pot lucks , day at the races, "
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  • Steven Y.
    "The commute is horrible just like any other of San Diego. Though La Jolla is very small and it’s easier to get around town and get the Shores and downtown La Jolla."
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  • Jake h
    "Wonderful atmosphere around downtown and La Jolla shores. Would love to live here forever if I can because of the warm and welcoming vibes I receive from people "
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  • Roses
    "Traffic is bad hard to get to the freeways in a quick way. Mainly two roads in and out and when they close a lane from downtown LJ it can take up to 40 mins just to get to the freeway "
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  • Justin "SonicBoomin"
    "Its really quiet and nestled by the beach. It matches me a lot although Im a wildcard most times. I'm a trap Edm music producer in the middle of peaceful area. I love the area though its a getaway from the stresses that occur elsewhere. "
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  • Kscruz2017
    "Great Schools, safe at night, dog friendly, quiet and very inaccessible from the freeway probably by design. "
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  • idristechs
    "The councours d'elegance classic car show, arts festival, farmers market, wine festival, the beach, the parks, ....... the La Jolla recreation center, the YMCA, great public schools. The San Diego University of California. Tennis courts, The La Jolla country club, Soledad mountain, Sessions park, Kellogg's park, the Scripps forum."
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  • Yodster
    "Most homes have kids. A lot of car pool availability to Parker and LJCDS. Quiet streets. People keep to themselves."
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  • Elev8ed
    "The desert will always be apart of who I am and where I know. On the flip side the ocean and forest are awaiting. "
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