#NDP2505181, Patty Contreras, Listing office: Compass
$5,495,000 List price
1879 Viking Way La Jolla, CA 92037
5 beds
5 full, 1 partial
4,268 sqft
0.2 acres
$1,287 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1879 Viking Way
Prime La Jolla Shores location. Remodel, Reimagine, or Rebuild this rare English Tudor-style home. First time on the market in 30 years, this unique property offers 5 bedrooms, 5 baths, and 4,268+ sq ft of living space on a 7,044 sq ft lot with ocean view potential. Architectural details reflect a blend of late 1920s-early 1930s design, possibly influenced by Tom Grunow, Drew Patterson & Tony of ‘Island Architects.’ Interiors feature custom details by renowned designer Constance Noah, known for her faux finishes and European-inspired aesthetic. Remodeled circa 1980–1982. Located on a quiet, coveted street just steps from La Jolla Shores Beach, the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, and the Village’s shops and dining. Zoned for single-family use with flexible building options. An exceptional opportunity to create your legacy in one of Southern California’s most desirable coastal neighborhoods.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
StatusComing Soon
Size4,268 sqft
Lot size0.1617 Acres
Year built1977
MLS #NDP2507366
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceFamily Room, Living Room
ViewOcean
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Interior: Bedroom on Main Level
- Fireplace: Family Room, Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: No
- View: Ocean
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $5,495,000
- Price/SqFt: $1,287
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $22,194
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Cross Street: Torrey Pines
- Year Built: 1977
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 4,268 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.1617 Acres
- MLS Number: NDP2507366
- MLS Name: CRMLS
- Office Name: Scott McCue, Broker
- Office Email: brett.buffington@gmail.com
- Listing Agent: Brett Buffington
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 27, 1995 | Home Sold | $1,100,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,811,443 | $22,194 |
| 2023 | $1,775,925 | $21,704 |
| 2022 | $1,741,104 | $21,125 |
| 2021 | $1,706,965 | $20,979 |
| 2020 | $1,689,463 | $20,724 |
| 2019 | $1,656,338 | $19,024 |
| 2018 | $1,623,861 | $19,024 |
| 2017 | $1,592,022 | $18,571 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
La Jolla Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•1111 Marine St
9
Torrey Pines Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•8350 Cliffridge Ave
7
Doyle Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.5 mi
•3950 Berino Ct
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $200,569. Residents of La Jolla, CA typically earn $200k+ each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
8%
<35k
24%
35k-100k
18%
100k-200k
50%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
50%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
10%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
30%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Men's Tennis
PGA/LPGA
Skiing/snowboarding
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Chico's
Nordstrom
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bonefish Grill
California Pizza Kitchen
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
Lexus
Cadillac
BMW
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Classical
Talk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1879 Viking Way
The listing price of 1879 Viking Way property is $5,495,000.
The property 1879 Viking Way is a house located in La Jolla, California, 92037.
Coming Soon: 1879 Viking Way is Coming Soon. This listing has not previously been on the market, but will be on the market soon (no showings are allowed yet). A listing contract has been executed.
The nearby schools for 1879 Viking Way are: La Jolla Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Torrey Pines Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Doyle Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Muirlands Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Standley Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Pacific Beach Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), La Jolla High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Preuss School Ucsd (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), University City High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $22,194 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on January 27, 1995 for $1,100,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1879 Viking Way has 5 bedrooms and 5 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1879 Viking Way is 4,268 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1879 Viking Way is 1977.
This home is located at 1879 Viking Way in La Jolla, CA and zip code 92037 in the La Jolla Shores neighborhood. This 4,268 square foot home, which was built in 1977, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 26, 2025 and is currently priced at $5,495,000.
In June 2025 more than 1 listings in La Jolla, CA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 2 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 7 were sold below. Between May and June 2025, La Jolla, CA real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 9.7%. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 30 days, the median list price was $1,775,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.