7846 Esterel Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037
Back on Market - Absolutely NO fault of the property! This is not just a home — it is a timeless Mid-Century Modern work of art, personally designed by legendary master architect Lloyd Ruocco, and flawlessly reimagined into a stunning modernist dream overlooking the Pacific. This is not a remodel. This is a revival of greatness. From the moment you enter, you are transported into an era of effortless glamour where La Jolla's coastal beauty became the backdrop for true architectural greatness. Towering walls of glass vanish seamlessly into the structure, dissolving the boundary between indoors and out, and unveiling sweeping panoramic ocean views across La Jolla Shores and Mt. Soledad. Sunlight floods every room. The horizon becomes part of the design. Outside, an ocean-view yard and pool sit in perfect orientation, creating a private resort-like sanctuary where days melt into golden sunsets and evenings feel cinematic. Ruocco’s signature mastery shines throughout — the extraordinary interplay of glass, warm redwood, and impeccable scale, creating spaces that feel simultaneously grand, intimate, and unforgettable. Vaulted ceilings soar overhead, oversized windows frame the coastline like art, and exquisite woodwork delivers an ambiance of rare sophistication. A once-in-a-generation architectural masterpiece. Please note that the new owner will enjoy the benefits of this home being Historically Designated as a Mill Act home. The current taxes are $11k a year. Iconic. Irreplaceable. Stunning beyond words.
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
4
Square Feet
3,165
Lot Size
21,191 sqft
Year Built
1966
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
17
HOA Fee
N/A
Garage Total
2
MLS #
260002994SD
Interior Features
Built In Features, Balcony, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, See Remarks, Bar, Bedroom On Main Level, Galley Kitchen, Jack And Jill Bath, Walk In Closets
Flooring
Carpet, Tile
Fireplace
Family Room, Gas, Gas Starter, Outside, Wood Burning
Appliances
Built In Range, Built In, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Cooking, Electric Oven, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside
Cooling
Central Air, Zoned
Heating
Forced Air, Fireplaces, Natural Gas, Zoned
Patio & Porch
Concrete, Deck, Open, Patio, See Remarks
Fencing
Good Condition, Partial
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors, Security Lights
Construction
Stucco, Wood Siding, Copper Plumbing
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