7253 Monte Vista Avenue, La Jolla

$7,995,000

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3 Beds
5 Baths
3,577 Sqft
¼ Acre
2 Garages

Wonderful 1930's beauty in the heart of the Barber Tract. Experience timeless elegance with this exquisite home, perfectly situated near the sandy beach. Nestled on a large double lot, walled & gated for ultimate privacy and boasting ocean & sunset views. Formal dining room with a 300 bottle wine storage area, ideal for any wine enthusiast. The charming home offers oak flooring, three fireplaces & eight sets of new French Doors that open to the beautifully landscaped rear gardens. Enjoy the in-ground spa, separate gurgling stream and lush greenery. The second-story guest quarters include a lanai room, expansive balconies & view decks, perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Featured in "Traditional Homes Magazine" and the La Jolla Secret Garden Tour, the home is a true standout. The tiled roofing and Moroccan Tile accents add to the classic and sophisticated aura of the property. Don't miss this opportunity to own this remarkable piece of history. Kitchen offers new Wolf ovens and cook top, wine cooler, ice-maker, fireplace, grill & bar-b-cue, trash compactor, granite & maple counters and huge amounts of cabinetry. Enjoy 8 sets of new French doors facing the rear gardens, an in-ground spa and a bubbling fountain by the front entry.. Tiled roofing and Moroccan tile accentuate the classic look of the property. Beyond the dining room are planters with bay leaf, rosemary, sage, thyme & oregano for a cook's delight. Exceptional landscape architecture by the renowned firm of Fry & Stone.

Essential Information

MLS® #
240020304SD
Price
$7,995,000
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
5.00
Full Baths
4
Half Baths
1
Square Footage
3,577
Acres
0.25
Year Built
1930
Type
Residential
Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Mediterranean
Status
Active

Community Information

Address
7253 Monte Vista Avenue
Area
92037 - La Jolla
Subdivision
La Jolla
City
La Jolla
County
San Diego
Zip Code
92037
Senior Community
N

Amenities

Parking Spaces
2
# of Garages
2
View
Ocean
Has Pool
Yes
Pool
Heated, None

Utilities

Cable Available, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected

Parking

Direct Access, Door-Single, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front

Garages

Direct Access, Door-Single, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front

Interior

Interior
Wood
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Yes
# of Stories
2
Stories
Two

Interior Features

Beamed Ceilings, Bedroom on Main Level, Built-in Features, High Ceilings, Main Level Primary, Multiple Staircases, Recessed Lighting, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Stone Counters

Appliances

Barbecue, Counter Top, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Free-Standing Range, Freezer, Gas Cooking, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Indoor Grill, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, SixBurnerStove, Vented Exhaust Fan

Heating

Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Natural Gas

Fireplaces

Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room

Exterior

Exterior
Stucco
Roof
Bitumen
Construction
Stucco

Lot Description

Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinkler System

Additional Information

Date Listed
August 27th, 2024
Days on Market
60
Zoning
R-1

Listing Details

Agent
James Shultz
Office
Coldwell Banker Realty
Property History
Price Reduced from $8,250,000 to $7,995,000
Status Changed from Pending to Active
Status Changed from Active to Pending

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