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Off-marketCompass Private Exclusive$1,450,0003 bd · 3 ba · 1,872 sq ftNear University City / UTC · 92122
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For saleBalanced MarketLa Jolla · 4.6 months of houses for sale · typical home sells in 27 daysMarket report 23 days on market · MLS# 260025233
$4,150,000
5518 Bellevue Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037
3Beds
3Baths
2,234Sq ft
2010Built
4,513Lot sq ft
Listed by Maxine Gellens, Berkshire Hathaway HomeService · 858-551-6630
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About this home
Beautifully rebuilt in 2018, this turnkey coastal residence showcases sophisticated interiors, refined craftsmanship, and effortless indoor-outdoor living in a coveted Bird Rock location. Lush landscaping creates a remarkable sense of privacy around the saltwater pool and spa, while over 1,000 square feet of outdoor living space encompasses a gated entry courtyard, covered poolside patio, and upper-level deck, offering inviting settings for relaxation, alfresco dining, and entertaining. Inside, soaring 10-foot ceilings, hardwood flooring, and abundant natural light lend an airy ambiance to the living spaces. A spectacular chef's kitchen features leathered quartzite countertops, premium Wolf and Thermador appliances, custom cabinetry, and a generous walk-in pantry, opening to the adjoining family and dining areas. Custom built-ins and closets throughout maximize storage and functionality. All 3 bedrooms are situated upstairs, including a luxurious primary retreat with ocean and sunset views, a covered deck, elegant bath, and spacious walk-in closet. A converted garage offers an optional main-level bedroom or office with closets, while solar power, EV charging, designer fixtures, and tailored window coverings add to the home's appeal. Set on a flat parcel approximately 1.5 blocks from Bird Rock Elementary School, the property enjoys convenient proximity to neighborhood cafés, restaurants, boutiques, and the picturesque coastline.
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Home facts
Everything SDMLS reports for this home$1,858Price per sq ft
NoneHOA dues
NoneMello-Roos / CFD
4,513 sq ftLot · 0.1 acres
1 garage + 1Parking spaces
NoADU / guest unit
201016 years old
23Days on market
Interior
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms3 full
Living area2,234 sq ft
Levels2 Story
RoomsDining AreaFamily RoomOfficeAll Bedrooms UpFamily KitchenWalk-In ClosetWalk-In Pantry
AppliancesDishwasherDisposalMicrowavePool/Spa/EquipmentRange/OvenRefrigeratorSolar PanelsWater Filtration6 Burner StoveConvection OvenGas & Electric RangeRange/Stove Hood
Interior featuresBathtubCeiling FanKitchen IslandPantryRecessed LightingRemodeled KitchenShowerStone CountersKitchen Open to Family Rm
Fireplace1 · FP in Living Room
LaundryElectric, Gas
Room sizes
Primary bedroom16 × 13 ft
Bedroom 214 × 10 ft
Bedroom 313 × 10 ft
Living room18 × 10 ft
Family room24 × 15 ft
Dining roomcombo ft
Kitchen22 × 11 ft
Heating, cooling & utilities
HeatingForced Air Unit (Natural Gas)
CoolingCentral Forced Air
WaterMeter on Property
SewerSewer Connected
Exterior & lot
Lot size4,513 sq ft (4,000-7,499 SF)
ViewOcean
PoolBelow Ground
SpaPrivate w/Pool
Patio & porchCoveredDeckEnclosed
FencingFull
Construction
Year built2010
Exterior wallsWood/Stucco
RoofComposition
Parking
Garage spaces1
Other spaces1
Total spaces2
Parking featuresConverted
HOA, fees & community
HOA duesNone
Mello-Roos / CFDNone
Known restrictionsCC&R's
Property & listing details
Home typeDetached
OwnershipFee Simple
ZoningR-1:SINGLE
Parcel number (APN)357-542-13-00
NeighborhoodBird Rock
Subdivision / tractLA JOLLA
MLS areaCoastal South
CountySan Diego
Accepted financingCash, Conventional
Listed onOct 18, 2026
Original list price$4,150,000
Last price changeOct 18, 2026
Days on market23
MLS #260025233
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What it costs to own
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Rate starts at the Freddie Mac 30-year average, week of November 5, 2026.
Rent vs. buy
Typical rent in 92037 is about $3,925/month. Owning this home runs about — more each month before tax benefits and equity.
Home values in 92037
+6%1 year
+36%5 years
+97%10 years
Estimates, not a loan quote. Tax uses the San Diego County City of San Diego rate on the list price; insurance is the California average policy; rent and value trends are Zillow indexes for the ZIP. Mortgage calculator · Cost to own in San Diego · Insurance and lending pros
La Jolla is a Balanced market
4.6 months of inventory for houses in October 2026. Under 3 months favors sellers, 3 to 6 is balanced, over 6 favors buyers.
$1,858Price per sq ft (area: $1,337, 39% above)
23 daysOn market (area median: 27 days)
$3,825,000Area median house price (+16% vs last year)
97%Of list price that sellers got
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Area figures: San Diego MLS closed sales, October 2026, houses in ZIP 92037, compiled by Jeff Brick.
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 12:21 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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