Life So Rare, It Can Only Be Lived Here. Welcome to The Muir Garden Estate, a truly legendary La Jolla property where history, architecture, and lifestyle exist in perfect harmony. Set behind private gates on 2.65 acres of manicured, ocean-view grounds, this extraordinary estate is a botanical sanctuary originally curated by famed horticulturist Kate Sessions, whose vision shaped some of Southern California’s most iconic landscapes. Wake each morning to birdsong drifting through century-old trees as ocean breezes move gently across sunlit verandas. This is more than a home—it is a lifestyle defined by serenity, celebration, creativity, and connection with friend and family, overlooking the Pacific in one of La Jolla’s most prestigious and sought after settings. Architecturally, the estate is a modernized interpretation of the original Muir family residence, designed by master architect Edgar Ulrich in the timeless Santa Barbara Revival style—thoughtfully updated to meet modern living while preserving its historic elegance and soul of the 1920’s Exceptional and Notable features include a Mills Act designation, private tennis court, resort-style pools and cabana, Stunning main residence with two guest homes, authentic theater, game room, golf simulator, spa and gym, library, and parking for six cars. A rare and once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a living piece of La Jolla history—where lifestyle isn’t imagined, it’s lived.
Property Details
Price:
$27,895,000
MLS #:
260002530
Status:
Active
Beds:
8
Baths:
13
Type:
Single Family
Subdivision:
LA JOLLA
Neighborhood:
coastalsouth
Listed Date:
Feb 2, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
14,768
Total Sq Ft:
14,768
Lot Size:
115,429 sqft / 2.65 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1929
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Schools
School District:
San Diego Unified School Distric
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Shed(s), Washer, Other/Remarks, 6 Burner Stove, Built In Range, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Freezer, Gas & Electric Range, Grill, Ice Maker, Range/Stove Hood, Recirculated Exhaust Fan, Self Cleaning Oven, Vented Exhaust Fan, Barbecue, Gas Range, Built-In, Counter Top, Electric Cooking, Gas Cooking
Bathrooms
9 Full Bathrooms, 4 Half Bathrooms
Cooling
Central Forced Air, Zoned Area(s)
Fireplaces Total
10
Flooring
Carpet, Stone, Tile, Wood, Clay
Heating
Zoned Areas, Fireplace, Forced Air Unit
Interior Features
2 Staircases, Balcony, Bar, Bathtub, Beamed Ceilings, Bidet, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan, Ceramic Counters, Coffered Ceiling(s), Copper Plumbing Partial, Crown Moldings, Dry Bar, Granite Counters, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Home Automation System, Kitchen Island, Kitchenette, Living Room Balcony, Living Room Deck Attached, Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet(s), Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled Kitchen, Shower, Shower in Tub, Stone Counters, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Tile Counters, Wet Bar, Unfurnished
Laundry Features
Electric, Gas, Washer Hookup
Levels
2 Story
Exterior
Accessibility Features
Low Pile Carpeting, See Remarks
Architectural Style
Custom Built, Mediterranean/Spanish, See Remarks
Community Features
BBQ, Tennis Courts, Exercise Room, Pet Restrictions, Pool, Sauna, Spa/Hot Tub
Construction Materials
Stucco, Wood
Fencing
Gate, Partial, Other/Remarks, Barbed Wire, Good Condition, Privacy, Security, Chain Link
Garage Spaces
6
Other Structures
Detached, Other/Remarks
Parking Features
Attached, Detached, Gated, Direct Garage Access, Garage, Garage – Front Entry, Garage – Rear Entry, Garage – Side Entry, Garage – Single Door, Garage – Two Door, Garage Door Opener, Golf Cart Garage
Parking Spots
22
Parking Total
22
Patio And Porch Features
Balcony, Brick, Covered, Deck, Gazebo, Stone/Tile, Other/Remarks, Patio, Roof Top, Cabana, Patio Open, Porch – Front, Porch – Rear, Terrace
Roof
Tile/Clay
Security Features
Automatic Gate, Other/Remarks, Security System, Firewall(s), Security Lights, Smoke Detector, Wired for Alarm System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Spa Features
Private Below Ground, Private w/Pool, Yes, Heated, Private, Permits, See Remarks
Stories
2
View
Evening Lights, Ocean, Panoramic, Parklike, Panoramic Ocean, Pool, Water, Coastline, Landmark, Neighborhood, Trees/Woods, City Lights
Financial
Map
Community
- Address1205 Muirlands Dr La Jolla San Diego CA
- SubdivisionLA JOLLA
- CitySan Diego
- CountySan Diego
- Zip Code92037
Subdivisions in San Diego
- BAY PARK
- Bayview Heights 570
- CARMEL MOUNTAIN RANCH
- CARMEL VALLEY
- CITY HEIGHTS
- Civita CIVI
- CLAIREMONT
- Clifton Heights CLFH
- COLLEGE GROVE
- Crestmont CSM
- DEL CERRO
- DOWNTOWN
- Downtown DT
- EAST DEL MAR
- EAST SAN DIEGO
- East Village 400
- Emerald Hills EMER
- ENCANTO
- Hampton Place HAMP
- HILLCREST
- Horizon HORZ
- Knightsbridge KBRG
- LA JOLLA
- LINDA VISTA
- LOGAN HEIGHTS
- MIRA MESA
- MISSION BEACH
- Mission Greens R1 MG
- MISSION HILLS
- MISSION VALLEY
- NORTH PARK
- OCEAN BEACH
- Ocean View Terrace OVTR
- PACIFIC BEACH
- Palacio Del Mar PD
- POINT LOMA
- RANCHO BERNARDO
- Rancho Pacifica 1 261701
- RANCHO PENASQUITOS
- RANCHO SANTA FE
- Regency Villas RGVL
- SABRE SPR
- SAN CARLOS
- SAN DIEGO
- SANTALUZ
- SCRIPPS RANCH
- SERRA MESA
- Smoke Tree SMTR
- SOUTH SD
- Stonecrest 892
- TALMADGE
- TIERRASANTA
- UNIVERSITY CITY
- UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS
- Unknown 999
- Walden WAL
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in San Diego as of May 12, 2026
1,795
Single Family Listed
56
Avg DOM
809
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,747,290
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the LA JOLLA subdivision, 1205 Muirlands Dr La Jolla San Diego CA is a Single Family for sale in San Diego, CA, 92037. It is listed for $27,895,000 and features 8 beds, 13 baths, and has approximately 14,768 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1929. The current price per square foot is $1,889. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in San Diego is $809. The average listing price for Single Family in San Diego is $1,747,290. To schedule a showing of MLS#260002530 at 1205 Muirlands Dr La Jolla in San Diego, CA, contact your Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty agent at 6193633000.
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