
8838 La Jolla Scenic Drive, La Jolla, CA 92037
8838 La Jolla Scenic Drive, La Jolla, CA 92037
Property Description
Welcome to 8838 La Jolla Scenic Drive North, a beautifully reimagined single-level residence offering 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms in one of La Jolla’s most desirable locations. Thoughtfully renovated throughout, this turnkey home blends modern design, functionality, and indoor-outdoor living. The open-concept floor plan features a designer kitchen with new Viking Appliances, a large center island, custom cabinetry, walk-in pantry, and seamless flow into the living and dining areas. The spacious primary suite offers a spa-inspired bath and generous storage. Highlights include new dual-pane windows and sliding doors, a custom wine cellar, new HVAC, EV charger, new washer and dryer, new water heater, smart-home features, designer finishes, and extensive upgrades throughout. Outdoor spaces are designed for entertaining with a covered patio, pergola, outdoor kitchen, professionally landscaped grounds, and multiple gathering areas. Ideally located near beaches, shopping, dining, parks, UC San Diego, UTC, and top-rated La Jolla schools. Move-in ready and rarely available single-level living in the heart of La Jolla. Photos show the home previously staged. The property is currently unfurnished.
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Comparative Market Analysis
Luxury Tier · 5 active · 5 closed
La Jolla · Single Family Residence
Listed 4.3% above the median closed sale of $2,876,300. Closed comps sold at 94% of list — buyers have negotiating leverage. Luxury tier — fewer comparable sales widen the confidence range.
Price Position
Aligned with the market — fair pricing for the comps.
Active Properties (5)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2521 Ardath Court | La Jolla | 1973 | 4 | 3 | 2,426 | 9,830 | $1,134 | $2.75M | 27 | 78 |
| 5628 Linda Rosa | La Jolla | 1962 | 3 | 3 | 1,783 | 3,973 | $1,511 | $2.69M | 16 | 67 |
| 1641 Crespo Drive | La Jolla | 1990 | 4 | 5 | 2,839 | 11,429 | $1,408 | $4.00M | 130 | 60 |
| 1406 La Jolla Knoll | La Jolla | 1937 | 4 | 4 | 3,054 | 11,507 | $1,310 | $4.00M | 110 | 60 |
| 5860 Cactus Way | La Jolla | 1963 | 4 | 3 | 2,854 | 22,215 | $1,084 | $3.10M | 61 | 50 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 3.8 | 3.6 | 2,591.2 | 11,790.8 | $1,289.4 | $3.31M | 68.8 | |||
| Median | 2,839 | $3.10M | ||||||||
Closed Properties (5)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5455 Parkview Dr | La Jolla | 1960 | 07/06/2026 | 4 | 3 | 1,945 | 10,000 | $2.40M | $1.95M | $1,003 | 0.81 | 171 | 79 |
| 8675 Glenwick Lane | La Jolla | 2004 | 07/28/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,945 | 8,276 | $3.60M | $3.48M | $1,789 | 0.97 | 40 | 77 |
| 5736 Soledad Mountain Road | La Jolla | 1966 | 09/30/2026 | 4 | 3 | 2,501 | 10,400 | $2.69M | $2.52M | $1,010 | 0.94 | 86 | 77 |
| 2885 Caminito Merion | La Jolla | 1977 | 06/05/2026 | 3 | 3 | 2,519 | 0 | $2.90M | $2.90M | $1,151 | 1.00 | 44 | 71 |
| 646 Wrelton Drive | La Jolla | 1958 | 08/21/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,598 | 6,500 | $2.98M | $2.88M | $1,800 | 0.96 | 76 | 69 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 3.4 | 2.6 | 2,101.6 | 8,794 | $2.75M | $2.75M | $1,350.6 | — | 83.4 | ||||
| Median | 1,945 | $2.88M | $2.88M | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.