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$3,060,000

521 Arenas St, La Jolla, CA 92037

6Beds
4Baths
2,206Sq ft
1973Built
3,998Lot sq ft

Listed by Markus Feldmann, Pacific Real Estate Center · 619-572-7879

About this home

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!

Remarks provided by the listing agent through SDMLS.

Home facts

Everything SDMLS reports for this home
$1,387Price per sq ft
NoneHOA dues
NoneMello-Roos / CFD
3,998 sq ftLot
2 garage + 3Parking spaces
NoADU / guest unit
197353 years old

Interior

Bedrooms6
Bathrooms4 full
Living area2,206 sq ft
Levels2 Story
RoomsBedroom Entry LevelBonus RoomPrimary Bdrm 2Optional BedroomsStorage RoomKitchenLiving RoomSeparate Family Room
AppliancesGarage Door OpenerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherElectric OvenElectric RangeElectric StoveElectric Cooking
LaundryWasher Hookup

Room sizes

Primary bedroom16 × 14 ft
Bedroom 214 × 12 ft
Bedroom 314 × 12 ft
Bedroom 413 × 12 ft
Bedroom 516 × 13 ft
Living room14 × 12 ft
Family room14 × 12 ft
Dining room12 × 9 ft
Kitchen9 × 8 ft

Heating, cooling & utilities

WaterMeter on Property
SewerSewer Connected

Exterior & lot

Lot size3,998 sq ft (1-3,999 SF)
ViewPanoramic OceanCoastline
Patio & porchPatioPatio Open
FencingFull

Construction

Year built1973
Exterior wallsStucco, Wood

Parking

Garage spaces2
Other spaces3
Total spaces5
Parking featuresDetachedGarage - Front EntryGarage Door Opener

HOA, fees & community

HOA duesNone
Mello-Roos / CFDNone

Property & listing details

Home typeDetached
OwnershipFee Simple
Parcel number (APN)351-151-01-00
NeighborhoodBeach-Barber
Subdivision / tractLA JOLLA
MLS areaCoastal South
CountySan Diego
Accepted financingCash, Conventional
Listed onJul 23, 2026
Original list price$3,295,000
Last price changeOct 29, 2026
MLS #260018214

Facts from San Diego MLS as reported by the listing agent. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Questions about any detail? Text Jeff.

The neighborhood

Living in La Jolla

$2,215,000Median sale price
90Avg. days on market
144Homes for sale

Market data: SDMLS.

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Based on information from the San Diego Multiple Listing Service as of November 11, 2026 at 12:41 PM. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Listing information is provided for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.

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