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Property Description
Unfurnished & Available Now for Long-Term Lease! Located in La Jolla's coveted Hillside neighborhood with easy access in and out of town, this timeless 1949 Tom Shepherd residence offers whitewater ocean views and classic charm throughout. The living spaces are bright and inviting, with a spacious deck off the oversized formal living room, plus a separate informal living room that's adjacent to the home's entry. The main house includes 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, including a spacious primary suite with breathtaking ocean views and a recently renovated, spa-inspired marble bathroom with steam shower. A private 1 bed/1 bath casita with a kitchenette sits on the lower pool level, separate from the main residence - perfect for guests, a home office, or extended family. Enjoy outdoor living in the gated front courtyard with a fountain, as well as beautifully landscaped grounds that include a sparkling in-ground pool with removable safety fencing. Additional highlights include central A/C, a private gated entry, an attached two-car garage with laundry, and a basement for extra storage. A rare opportunity to lease a piece of La Jolla architectural history with flexibility, privacy, and breathtaking views. Owner pays for Pool & Landscaping. Tenant pays for all utilities. Pets negotiable with an additional deposit.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 7851 Hillside Dr
General
- Rent: $10,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: NDP2506702
- Added to Site: 194 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Foyer, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Suite, Separate Family Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Dryer Included, In Garage, Washer Included
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Fenced, In-Ground, Private
Exterior
- Deck/Patio: Deck, Patio, Front Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Driveway, Garage, Garage (Single Door)
Location
- County: San Diego
- Subdivision: LAJ
- Driving Directions: Torrey Pines to Hillside
School Information
- School District: La Jolla
- Elementary School: LAJOL
- Middle School: MLNMID
- High School: LJLHS
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Structural Information
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Entry Location: Foyer
- Stories/Levels: One
- Stories Description: One
- Square Feet: 2,400
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1949
Lot Features
- Property View: Coastline, Ocean, Pier, White Water
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.44
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 19,166.4
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
- Lot Description: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft, Treed Lot, Yard
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $4.38
- Security Deposit: $12,000
- Pet Deposit: $1,000
Listed by Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty, Linda Daniels
Sold by Compass, Elliott Ahajanian
Schools
Schools serving 7851 Hillside Dr
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 | 0.9 mi |
Muirlands Middle School 1056 Nautilus St., San Diego, CA 92037 | 6-8 | 1.2 mi |
La Jolla High School 750 Nautilus St., San Diego, CA 92037 | 9-12 | 1.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price History for 7851 Hillside Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/15/2025
Sold
$10,000
-4.76%
MLS
8/15/2025
Price Reduced
$10,500
-12.5%
MLS
7/08/2025
Listed
$12,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
7851 Hillside Drive, La Jolla, CA 92037 (MLS# NDP2506702) is a Single Family property that was sold at $10,000 on September 15, 2025. Want to learn more about 7851 Hillside Drive? Do you have questions about finding other real estate for sale or rent in La Jolla? You can browse all La Jolla rentals or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

