5851 Box Canyon Rd

2,023 Sq. Ft.
$1,826 / Sq. Ft.
2,023
Sq. Ft.
$1,826
per Sq. Ft.

Description

A rare coastal masterpiece—this reimagined single-level La Jolla retreat celebrates timeless mid-century design, modern luxury, and truly breathtaking ocean views. Perfectly sited on a private cul-de-sac, the home captures sweeping panoramas of the Pacific that stretch from sunrise to golden sunset, framed by walls of glass and soaring vaulted ceilings. Experience effortless indoor-outdoor living with a designer kitchen featuring rift-cut oak cabinetry, terrazzo floors, and Caesarstone counters that...A rare coastal masterpiece—this reimagined single-level La Jolla retreat celebrates timeless mid-century design, modern luxury, and truly breathtaking ocean views. Perfectly sited on a private cul-de-sac, the home captures sweeping panoramas of the Pacific that stretch from sunrise to golden sunset, framed by walls of glass and soaring vaulted ceilings. Experience effortless indoor-outdoor living with a designer kitchen featuring rift-cut oak cabinetry, terrazzo floors, and Caesarstone counters that flow seamlessly to expansive terraces complete with an outdoor kitchen, fire pit, and multiple lounge areas. The spa-inspired primary suite offers a wet room with dual showers and a soaking tub overlooking lush canyon vistas. With room for a pool or ADU, this rare sanctuary delivers privacy, sophistication, and some of La Jolla’s most captivating ocean views—an extraordinary offering of coastal elegance.

Listing Agents

  1. Ross Clark

    Ross Clark

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01830849

    ross.clark@compass.com

    P: (858)-442-2643

  2. Brett Dickinson

    Brett Dickinson

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01714678

Property Details for 5851 Box Canyon Road

Neighborhood
La Jolla Corona Estates
Community
LA JOLLA
View
Evening Lights, Ocean, Peek-A-Boo
Zoning
R-1:SINGLE
Parking Garage
Attached
Garage Spaces
2.0
Area Zip
LA JOLLA (92037)
Standard Status
Pending
LISTING UPDATED: 12/11/2025 12:27 PM

Property Details for 5851 Box Canyon Road

StatusPending
MLS #250041504
Days on Market50
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1960
Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,100 SF
CountySan Diego County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Ross Clark, DRE #01830849; Compass, Brett Dickinson, DRE #01714678
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Building Information for 5851 Box Canyon Road

Stories1Year Built1960Building Size-Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,100 SF

Payment Calculator

$20,506 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$18,009

Property Taxes

$2,497

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5851 Box Canyon Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Coordinates: -117.261815, 32.821376
  • Latitude: 32.821376
  • Longitude: -117.261815
  • Directions: Cross Street: La Jolla Rancho.
  • MLS Area Major: Coastal South
  • Water Source: Meter on Property
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Other Fees: $0
  • CFD Mello Roos Fee: $0
  • Monthly Total Fees: $0
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Parking Total: 4.0
  • Parking Non-Garage Spaces: 2.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2023.0
  • Building Area Units: Sqft
  • Living Area: 2023
  • Living Area Units: Sqft
  • Lot Size Area: 0.23
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 10100.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size: 7,500-10,889 SF
Property and Assessments
  • Parcel Number: 357-282-15-00
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Age Restrictions: N/K
  • Disclosures: CC And R's, Coastal Commission Restrictions
  • Prop Restrictions Known: CC&R's, Coastal Commission
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ADUYes No: No
  • Year Built: 1960
Utilities
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Heat Source: Natural Gas
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Fencing: Full
  • Fireplace Features: FP in Living Room
  • Pool Features: N/K
  • Pool Heat: N/K
  • Roof: Composition
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Searchable Rooms: Bedroom Entry Level, Formal Entry, Primary Retreat
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Laundry Features: Gas & Electric Dryer HU
  • Levels: 1 Story
  • Room Type: Main Floor Bedroom, Formal Entry, Retreat
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Optional Bedrooms: 0
  • Baths Total: 2.0
Room
Room Information
  • Primary Bed Area: 15x12
  • Bed2Area: 12x12
  • Bed3Area: 14x12

Property History for 5851 Box Canyon Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 10, 2025

Pending

CRMLS #250041504SD

Dec 1, 2025

Pending

SDMLS #250041504

Dec 1, 2025

Pending

CLAW #250041504SD

Oct 13, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #250041504SD

$3,695,000
Oct 12, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #250041504SD

$3,695,000
Oct 12, 2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #250041504

$3,695,000
Oct 2, 2025

Withdrawn

CRMLS #250038452SD

$3,700,000
Oct 2, 2025

Withdrawn

SDMLS #250038452

$3,700,000
Oct 2, 2025

Withdrawn

CLAW #250038452SD

Sep 9, 2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #250038452

$3,700,000
Sep 9, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #250038452SD

$3,700,000
Sep 9, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #250038452SD

$3,700,000
Sep 8, 2025

Expired

SDMLS #250031516

$3,788,000
Sep 8, 2025

Expired

CLAW #250031516SD

Sep 7, 2025

Expired

CRMLS #250031516SD

Aug 12, 2025

Price Change

CLAW #250031516SD

$3,788,000
Aug 11, 2025

Price Change

CRMLS #250031516SD

$3,788,000
Jul 23, 2025

Price Change

CLAW #250031516SD

$3,888,000
Jul 22, 2025

Price Change

CRMLS #250031516SD

$3,888,000
Jun 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #250031516

$3,988,000
Jun 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #250031516SD

$3,988,000
Jun 23, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #250031516SD

$3,988,000
Nov 22, 2024

Sold

CRMLS #240023445SD

$2,350,000
Nov 22, 2024

Sold

SDMLS #240023445

$2,350,000
Nov 22, 2024

Sold

CLAW #240023445SD

$2,350,000
Oct 15, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1545270635

$2,350,000
Oct 15, 2024

Pending

CLAW #240023445SD

Oct 15, 2024

Pending

SDMLS #240023445

Oct 14, 2024

Pending

CRMLS #240023445SD

Oct 3, 2024

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #240023445

$2,450,000
Oct 3, 2024

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #240023445SD

$2,450,000
Oct 3, 2024

Listed (Active)

CLAW #240023445SD

$2,450,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/10/2025

Pending

CRMLS #250041504SD

12/01/2025

Pending

SDMLS #250041504

12/01/2025

Pending

CLAW #250041504SD

10/13/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #250041504SD

$3,695,000
10/12/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #250041504SD

$3,695,000
10/12/2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #250041504

$3,695,000
10/02/2025

Withdrawn

CRMLS #250038452SD

$3,700,000
10/02/2025

Withdrawn

SDMLS #250038452

$3,700,000
10/02/2025

Withdrawn

CLAW #250038452SD

09/09/2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #250038452

$3,700,000
09/09/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #250038452SD

$3,700,000
09/09/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #250038452SD

$3,700,000
09/08/2025

Expired

SDMLS #250031516

$3,788,000
09/08/2025

Expired

CLAW #250031516SD

09/07/2025

Expired

CRMLS #250031516SD

08/12/2025

Price Change

CLAW #250031516SD

$3,788,000
08/11/2025

Price Change

CRMLS #250031516SD

$3,788,000
07/23/2025

Price Change

CLAW #250031516SD

$3,888,000
07/22/2025

Price Change

CRMLS #250031516SD

$3,888,000
06/24/2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #250031516

$3,988,000
06/24/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #250031516SD

$3,988,000
06/23/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #250031516SD

$3,988,000
11/22/2024

Sold

CRMLS #240023445SD

$2,350,000
11/22/2024

Sold

SDMLS #240023445

$2,350,000
11/22/2024

Sold

CLAW #240023445SD

$2,350,000
10/15/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1545270635

$2,350,000
10/15/2024

Pending

CLAW #240023445SD

10/15/2024

Pending

SDMLS #240023445

10/14/2024

Pending

CRMLS #240023445SD

10/03/2024

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #240023445

$2,450,000
10/03/2024

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #240023445SD

$2,450,000
10/03/2024

Listed (Active)

CLAW #240023445SD

$2,450,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 5851 Box Canyon Road

Taxable ValueLand$2,000,000Additions$350,000Total$2,350,000
Tax Record2025$29,962 ($2,497 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt2,023 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,023 SqFtLot Size10,100 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1960ZoningR-1:SINGLE FACountySAN DIEGOAPN357-282-15-00

Schools near 5851 Box Canyon Road

This home is within San Diego Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Bird Rock Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Muirlands Middle School
Public6 to 8

La Jolla High School
Public9 to 12

Barnard Elementary School
PublicK to 6

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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