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Property Description
Variance granted for Alternate Property Class! Exceptional coastal investment opportunity just blocks away from iconic Windansea Beach! This versatile property features two spacious 3BR/2BA units, currently operating as successful vacation rentals, offering outstanding flexibility for investors, owner-occupants, or multi-generational living. The larger, upstairs unit showcases beautiful ocean views and a private balcony, while the downstairs unit enjoys its own secluded yard, ideal for seamless indoor-outdoor coastal living. Each unit includes a detached 1 car-garage along with abundant additional off-street parking - a rare and highly valuable amenity in this coveted beachside location. Just moments from world class beaches, renowned dining, upscale shopping, and the vibrant village lifestyle of La Jolla, this is a rare opportunity to own a highly versatile income-producing property in one of South California's most sought-after coastal communities!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 521 Arenas
General
- Price: $3,295,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SANDICOR
- MLS ID: 260018214
- Updated: 7/24/2026
- Added to Site: 82 day(s) ago
Interior
- Appliances: Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Stove, Electric Cooking
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Other/Remarks, Washer Hookup
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio, Patio Open
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 5
- Parking Features: Detached, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: LA JOLLA (92037)
- County: San Diego
- Subdivision: LA JOLLA
- Neighborhood: Beach-Barber
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Other (See Remarks)
- Heating Type: Other (See Remarks)
- Heating Fuel: Other (See Remarks)
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Meter on Property
Structural Information
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Construction: Stucco, Wood
- Roof: Other (See Remarks)
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 2,206
- Living Area: 2,206 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1973
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Property View: Panoramic Ocean, Coastline
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,998
- Fencing (Description): Full
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Prop. Restrictions: None Known
- Property ID: 351-151-01-00
Listed by Pacific Real Estate Center (619) 851-8100, Markus Feldmann
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Schools
Schools serving 521 Arenas
School District:San Diego City Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
La Jolla Elementary School, San Diego, CA 1111 Marine St., San Diego, CA 92037 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Muirlands Middle School 1056 Nautilus St., San Diego, CA 92037 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
La Jolla High School 750 Nautilus St., San Diego, CA 92037 | 9-12 | 0.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 521 Arenas
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/15/2026
Listed
$3,295,000
112.58%
MLS
4/10/2019
Sold
$1,550,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 521 Arenas
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$22,194
—
$1,763,628
2%
2025
$22,194
9%
$1,729,048
4%
2023
$20,394
3%
$1,661,909
2%
2022
$19,852
1%
$1,629,324
2%
2021
$19,716
1%
$1,597,378
1%
2020
$19,477
5%
$1,581,000
5%
2019
$18,506
7%
$1,499,396
2%
2018
$17,300
2%
$1,469,998
2%
2017
$16,889
10%
$1,441,176
11%
2016
$15,296
18%
$1,300,000
18%
2015
$12,950
4%
$1,100,000
5%
2014
$12,410
—
$1,050,000
—
2013
$12,450
—
$1,050,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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521 Arenas, La Jolla, CA 92037 (MLS# 260018214) is a Single Family property with 6 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. 521 Arenas is currently listed for $3,295,000 and was received on May 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 521 Arenas? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in La Jolla? You can browse all La Jolla real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

