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La Jolla,CA 92037
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,019 sqft
Price per Sqft $1,952
Subdivision La Jolla
MLS Listing ID 250029095SD
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 2
Year Built 1935
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
The Laureate House A Legacy of Art, Architecture, and Awe-Inspiring Views Perched above the La Jolla Country Club with sweeping panoramic vistas of the Pacific Ocean and The Village below, The Laureate House is a once-in-a-lifetime offering—an enchanting Spanish Colonial Revival estate that radiates history, beauty, and soul. Lovingly owned by Nobel Prize-winner and designed by legendary architect Lillian Rice, this rare jewel bears the hallmarks of Rice's iconic, holistic vision. Inspired by the vernacular of early California and Mexico, she infused the home with warmth and elegance—whitewashed stucco walls, red-tile roofing, wrought iron details, and intimate garden spaces that invite harmony with the landscape. The home's layout is centered around a serene courtyard anchored by a reflection pond, evoking the romance and simplicity of a bygone era. Five spacious bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and two powder rooms are gracefully woven into a floorplan that encourages both celebration and contemplation. Indoor and outdoor living flow seamlessly, with grand entertaining areas opening to lush ocean-view terraces and a backyard ideal for gatherings under the stars. Rich in provenance and architectural character, this is not just a home—it is a legacy. A place where history, art, and nature converge in one of La Jolla's most storied and breathtaking settings.
Location
State CA
County San Diego
Area 92037 - La Jolla
Interior
Heating Forced Air,Fireplace(s),Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Stone,Tile
Fireplaces Type Family Room,Gas Starter,Masonry,Primary Bedroom,Wood Burning
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,Inside,In Garage,See Remarks
Exterior
Parking Features Concrete,Direct Access,Driveway,Garage,Private,On Street,See Remarks,Side By Side
Garage Spaces 2.0
Garage Description 2.0
Fence Average Condition
Pool See Remarks
Utilities Available Cable Available,Phone Connected,Sewer Connected,Underground Utilities,Water Connected
View Y/N Yes
View City Lights,Coastline,Courtyard,Golf Course,Landmark,Mountain(s),Neighborhood,Ocean,Panoramic,Water
Roof Type Flat
Building
Lot Description Sprinklers In Rear,Sprinklers In Front,Sprinkler System
Story 2
Water Public
New Construction No
Others
Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional