Welcome to 5777 Desert View Drive. Where casual elegance meets sweeping panoramic views. Perched atop Mt. Soledad in the heart of La Jolla, this 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence offers approximately 2,904 square feet of living space on an expansive 29,400-square-foot lot, capturing breathtaking canyon, mountain, and city views from nearly every angle. Inside, a thoughtfully designed layout blends everyday comfort with effortless entertaining. The showpiece kitchen features white oak cabinetry, a dramatic 13-foot island topped with Taj Mahal quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a hidden bookshelf pantry door that adds both charm and functionality. A bi-fold kitchen window opens outward to bar seating beneath a louvered pergola, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor experience framed by stunning views. The main living area is further elevated by a striking 16-foot bi-fold glass door, inviting in natural light and unveiling endless canyon and city panoramas while connecting beautifully to the outdoor living spaces. Step outside to a sun-soaked, oversized backyard designed for relaxation, entertaining, and family fun all set against tranquil morning scenery and the sparkling evening lights of UTC. Tucked along a quiet street, the home offers rare privacy while remaining just minutes from La Jolla’s renowned beaches, dining, shopping, and top-rated schools. Additional highlights include generous interior living areas, a spacious two-car garage with laundry, and the comfort of a fully turnkey home ready to be enjoyed from day one, just bring your toothbrush.
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Price
$2,499,000
Days On Site
5 Days
Bedrooms
5
Inside Area (SqFt)
2,904 sqft
Total Baths
4
Full Baths
3
Partial Baths
1
Lot Size
0.68 Acres
Year Built
1970
MLS® Number
260004438
Status
Active
Property Tax
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
N/A
Sq Ft Source
N/A
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2 days ago
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5 days ago
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General Features
Attached Garage
Yes
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Number Of Stories
2
Parking
Attached
Parking Spaces
4
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Sewer
Unknown
SqFt Total
2904
Zoning
R-1:SINGLE
Interior Features
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplace Features
Family Room
Fireplaces
1
Heating
Forced AirNatural Gas
Interior
Ceiling Fan(s)Storage
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Exterior Features
Construction Details
Stone
Fencing
Gate
Patio And Porch
DeckPatio
Roof
Composition
View
CityMountain(s)Valley
Waterview
CityMountain(s)Valley
Community Features
Financing Terms Available
CashConventionalFHAVA Loan
MLS Area
Coastal South
School District
San Diego Unified School Distric
Schools
School District
San Diego Unified School Distric
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
Listed by Tawny Young of eXp Realty of California, Inc. (401) 787-8415
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