249 Playa Del Norte, La Jolla, California 92037, La Jolla, 92037 - 3 bed, 5 bath

249 Playa Del Norte, La Jolla, California 92037 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$3,600,000
249 Playa Del Norte, La Jolla, California 92037
3Beds
5Baths
2,469Sqft
6,473Lot

Price Vs. Estimate

The estimated value ($3,600,000) is $0 (0%) lower than the list price ($3,600,000). This property may be overpriced.

Key pros and cons

Top Pros:
Great Schools: Elementary School: La Jolla Elementary School (9/10).
Top Cons:
High Monthly HOA Fee: A monthly HOA fee of $615.00 is substantial for a detached single-family residence, adding a considerable recurring cost to ownership.

Compared to the nearby listings

Price:$3.60M vs avg $3.58M (+$15,000)50%
Size:2,469 sqft vs avg 2,711 sqft38%
Price/sqft:$1.5K vs avg $1.4K60%

More Insights

Built in 2020 (5 years old).
Condition: This property was built in 2020, making it a very recent construction. The description highlights modern amenities such as a car elevator and a self-sufficient studio with its own kitchen and laundry. The images confirm a contemporary design throughout, featuring hardwood floors, recessed lighting, modern ceiling-mounted HVAC units, and a luxurious, fully tiled bathroom with a rain shower and separate tub. All components appear new or virtually new, meeting current quality standards with no visible deferred maintenance.
Year Built
2020
Close
-
List price
$3.6M
Original List price
$3.69M
Price/Sqft
$1,458
HOA
$615
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
250020231SD
Home ConditionExcellent
Features
Excellent View: Coastline, Ocean, Panoramic, Water
Deck
ViewCoastline, Ocean, Panoramic, Water

About this home

This “lock & go” detached beach house built in 2020 only 500 feet from Windansea Beach with whitewater ocean views, a guest apartment, and exceptional parking is the perfect primary home, pied-à-terre, or investment property. HOA does not restrict vacation rentals. A street-to-street lot invites sunlight throughout and takes advantage of ocean views from the front patio, dining room, two decks flanking the great room, primary suite’s bed wall, and (of course) the panoramic roof deck. Expansive home boasts approx. 3,369 sqft of total interior space comprised of 2,469 sqft of living space (advertised) plus a bonus finished basement of approx. 900 sqft that includes a bathroom. A creative 3 bed/4.5 bath design allows you to enjoy the entire property as a single home or as two separate legal dwellings; the ground floor ensuite is a self-sufficient studio with its own entrance, kitchen, laundry, and 1-car garage garage, presenting opportunities for hosting, help, rental income, and more! Parking at the beach is no problem with 2 single car garages visible from the rear, and the main home’s garage with CAR ELEVATOR that descends to an approx. 900 sqft bonus basement (in addition to advertised sqft) that creates space for 2 more cars and a flex room (movie/office/guest) that has a full bathroom. Windansea is an iconic beach in La Jolla’s coveted Beach Barber Tract neighborhood, a premium coastal community with lovely shops, restaurants, and a high quality grocery store just blocks away.

Nearby schools

9/10
La Jolla Elementary School
Public,K-50.9mi
8/10
Muirlands Middle School
Public,6-80.6mi
8/10
La Jolla High School
Public,9-120.4mi
Condition Rating
Excellent

This property was built in 2020, making it a very recent construction. The description highlights modern amenities such as a car elevator and a self-sufficient studio with its own kitchen and laundry. The images confirm a contemporary design throughout, featuring hardwood floors, recessed lighting, modern ceiling-mounted HVAC units, and a luxurious, fully tiled bathroom with a rain shower and separate tub. All components appear new or virtually new, meeting current quality standards with no visible deferred maintenance.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Great Schools: Elementary School: La Jolla Elementary School (9/10).
Prime Coastal Location & Views: Located just 500 feet from Windansea Beach, this property offers whitewater ocean views and a panoramic roof deck, embodying the quintessential La Jolla coastal lifestyle.
New Construction & Modern Amenities: Built in 2020, this detached beach house features contemporary design, finishes, and modern efficiencies, requiring minimal immediate upkeep.
Versatile Living & Income Potential: The creative design allows for use as a single home or two separate legal dwellings, including a self-sufficient ground-floor studio with its own entrance, kitchen, laundry, and garage, with HOA approval for vacation rentals.
Exceptional Parking Solutions: Offers superior parking with two single-car garages and a main garage featuring a car elevator to a 900 sqft bonus basement, accommodating multiple vehicles—a significant advantage in a dense beach community.
Expansive & Adaptable Interior Space: Boasts approximately 3,369 sqft of total interior space, including a finished basement with a bathroom and flex room, providing generous and versatile living areas beyond the advertised square footage.

Cons

High Monthly HOA Fee: A monthly HOA fee of $615.00 is substantial for a detached single-family residence, adding a considerable recurring cost to ownership.
Square Footage Discrepancy: The difference between the advertised 2,469 sqft of living space and the 3,369 sqft of total interior space (including the finished basement) may require clarification for potential buyers.
Potential for Beach Area Activity: Its close proximity to a popular beach may lead to increased foot traffic, vehicle activity, and noise, particularly during peak seasons, which could impact privacy.

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