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438 Retaheim Way
La Jolla
92037
$2,625,000
Residential
beds: 3
baths: 2.0
1,518 sq. ft.
built: 1951
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Aug 31, 2025
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NOTES: Open House on Sunday, August 31, 2025 1:00PM - 3:00PM
- Status:
- Active
- Prop. Type:
- Residential
- MLS® Num:
- 250037170
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Year Built:
- 1951
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Welcome to your serene La Jolla retreat—a thoughtfully designed Craftsman style home with an additional bonus living space, perfect for families, multigenerational living, or flexible work-from-home needs.Tucked away on a quiet street just a few blocks from the iconic Windansea Beach,this home offers a rare blend of privacy, and comfort in one of San Diego’s most beloved coastal neighborhoods. Inside, natural materials and timeless craftsmanship create a warm, inviting atmosphere.Vaulted wood-beam ceilings, hand-crafted wainscoting, and wood-framed windows fill the spacious great room with light and peaceful views of the central courtyard at the heart of the home. The tranquil courtyard features a built-in BBQ, a gentle waterfall pond, and multiple spots to gather or reflect. Lush front and back yards are planted with fruit-bearing trees and vines, including guava, fig, apricot, grape, citrus and more. Custom-designed kitchen features a spacious island, bar seating, & a layout that flows easily into the home’s main living and outdoor spaces. Homes in this coveted location rarely come on the market, dont miss this opportunity. This home is more than just a place to live—it’s a space to grow, connect, and feel grounded by the rhythms of coastal life.
- Property Sub Type:
- Detached
- County Or Parish:
- San Diego
- Market Area:
- Coastal South
- Neighborhood Code:
- Beach Barber Tract
- Name of Complex/Subdivision:
- LA JOLLA
- Total Building Area:
- 1,518 sq. ft.
- Total Floor Area:
- 1,518 sq. ft.
- Total Bedrooms:
- 3
- Optional Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Full Bathrooms:
- 2
- Half Bathrooms:
- 0
- Fireplaces:
- 1
- Fireplace Details:
- FP in Living Room
- Architecture:
- Craftsman, Craftsman/Bungalow
- Stories:
- 1 Story
- Num Stories:
- 1
- Total Stories:
- 1
- Entry Level Building:
- 1
- Year Built:
- 1951
- Age (in years):
- 74 year(s)
- Short Sale:
- false
- Home Owner Fees:
- $0
- Mello Roos Fee:
- $0
- Other Fees:
- $0
- Monthly Total Fees:
- $0
- Terms:
- Cash, Conventional
- From Pearl turn on to La Jolla Blvd, Gravilla St, to Electric Ave and to Retaheim Way
- Floor
- Type
- Size
- Other
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- Master Bedroom
- 12' × 11'
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- Bedroom
- 13' × 11'
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- Bedroom
- 12' × 9'
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- Living Room
- 20' × 17'
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- Dining Room
- 17' × 8'
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- -
- Family Room
- Measurements not available
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- Kitchen
- 18' × 11'
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- Site Influences:
- West of I-5, West of 101
- Appliances:
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Shed(s), Solar Panels, Washer, 6 Burner Stove, Built In Range, Gas Oven, Gas Stove, Grill, Range/Stove Hood, Barbecue, Gas Range, Built-In, Gas Cooking
- Interior Features:
- Ceiling Fan, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Kitchen Island, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled Kitchen, Shower, Wainscoting, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceiling
- Special Listing Conditions:
- N/K
- Restrictions:
- None Known
- Age Restrictions:
- N/K
- Laundry:
- Electric, Gas
- Construction Material:
- Stone, Wood/Stucco
- Property Condition:
- Updated/Remodeled
- Lot Size:
- 0 sq. ft.
- Parcel Number:
- 351-613-16-00
- Parking Features:
- Attached
- Total Parking Spaces:
- 2
- Total Garage Spaces:
- 1
- Heating:
- N/K
- Heating fuel:
- Natural Gas, Solar
- Cooling:
- Other/Remarks
- Utilities:
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Pool Features:
- N/K
- Spa Features:
- Yes, Above Ground, Heated
- Roof:
- Composition
- Patio And Porch Features:
- Brick, Deck, Wrap Around
- Water Heater Type:
- Gas
- Water supply:
- Meter on Property
- Sewer Septic:
- Sewer Connected
- Exclusive Use Yard:
- Yes
- Floor finish:
- Tile, Wood
- Fencing:
- Partial
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Data was last updated August 28, 2025 at 01:10 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
- Listings on market:
- 409
- Avg list price:
- $2,050,000
- Min list price:
- $225,000
- Max list price:
- $108,000,000
- Avg days on market:
- 52
- Min days on market:
- 2
- Max days on market:
- 644
- Avg price per sq.ft.:
- $1,089.07
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
Coastal South. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.
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