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$21,777,000
↓ $223K (1%)
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8421 Whale Watch Way

La Jolla, CA 92037
bedrooms
6 Beds
bathrooms
6 Baths, 3 Half Baths
square feet
8,218 Ft²
$106,929
Est. Monthly

About This Property

A VIEW SO VAST, YOU FEEL LIKE YOU OWN THE SKY. This just-completed contemporary residence captures the breathtaking scale of the sweeping view panorama through retracting floor-to-ceiling walls of glass. Located in upper La Jolla Shores, this alluring home draws people in and makes them want to stay. On one of the most highly-desired streets, Whale Watch Way. VERY, VERY, VERY EXCITING.  The massive great room has soaring ceilings that establish a grand, voluminous feel. A beautiful kitchen, with double center islands, features an open-concept layout that flows into living areas, while the discrete prep kitchen keeps all pristine. The delectable primary suite has amazing space, a luxury bath, huge walk-in closet, and decking from which to indulge in view gazing day and night. There is a second Primary on the entry level, two multi-purpose family/rec rooms, fabulous outdoor spaces including expansive decking, patios, an outdoor cooking/entertaining area and an infinity-edge saltwater pool, 4-car garage plus a 2-car which is double-height. In close proximity to the beach and all of La Jolla Shores' pleasures.
Unit Size
8,218 Ft²
Days on Market
134 days
Land Size
0.46 acres
Price per sqft
$2,650
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1980

Listed By

Susana Corrigan
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Jennifer Barba
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

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Last updated: 30 days ago (SDMLS #260013853SD)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Sep 15, 2026 Price Decreased $21,777,000
↓ $223K (1%)
Price Decreased
Jul 22, 2026 Price Decreased $22,000,000
↓ $1M (4.4%)
Price Decreased
Jun 8, 2026 Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties $23,000,000
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Property Highlights

Garage
Air Conditioning
Fireplace
Parking Details
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
Parking Features: Driveway
Garage Spaces: 6
Open Parking Spaces: 4
Interior Details
Half Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 6
Interior Features: BedroomOnMainLevel
Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
Laundry Features: Laundry Room, See Remarks
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 8218
Square Footage Source: $0
Year Built: 2026
Levels: Three Or More
Construction Materials: Stucco
Pool Features: In Ground
Lot Size Area: 20020
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.4596
Lot Size Square Feet: 20020
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: Central Air, Zoned, SeeRemarks
Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1980
  • Effective Year Built: 1980
  • Building Count: 1
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Partial Bathrooms: 3
  • Building Condition: 0
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 0
  • Building Style: 0
  • Exterior Walls Type: 0
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 0
  • Floor Count: 300
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 3
  • Parking Space Count: 4
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 8

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 20,020
  • Lot Size Frontage Feet: 1,000
  • Total Building Area: 3,834
  • Building Area: 3,834
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 0
  • Heated Square Feet: 3,834
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: LA JOLLA COSTA DORADA
  • Land Acres: 0000000460
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 11
  • Legal Description 1: LOT 23 TR 6865

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: San Diego City Unified School District
  • School Tax School District: SAN DIEGO CITY
  • Census Tract: 008312

Zoning

  • Zoning: LJSPD-SF

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 6865
  • Subdivision Tract Number: 6865
  • Parcel: 346-690-23-00
  • Lot: 23
  • Municipality: CITY OF SAN DIEGO
  • Latitude: 32.8596
  • Longitude: -117.248

    Address

  • Full Address: 8421 Whale Watch Way
  • Address - House Number: 8421
  • Address - Street Name: Whale Watch
  • Address - Suffix Type: Way
  • State: CA
  • City Name: La Jolla
  • Carrier Code: C041
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 2051
  • Zip Code: 92037

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $9,007,770
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 08-001

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.2057
  • Valuation Date: Jan 27, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 72
  • Final Value: 1,937,279
  • High Value: 2,335,918
  • Low Value: 1,538,640

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $733,688
  • Assessed Land Value: $358,798
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $374,890

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Aug 18, 2022
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Aug 23, 2022
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 36
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 337908
Data used for valuation calculations is provided by RealtyHop, and other third party sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 8421 Whale Watch Way built and last sold?
The property at 8421 Whale Watch Way was built in 1980 and last sold on Aug 18, 2022 for $7,350,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 8421 Whale Watch Way is $21,994,770.
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