Luxury Homes for Sale in San Diego

As a Sotheby’s International Realty agent, I am pleased to present this regularly updated, targeted list of some of the most compelling luxury homes currently for sale in San Diego California. Although many of the results are in San Diego neighborhoods typically associated with luxury homes (e.g. Del Mar, La Jolla, Rancho Santa Fe, etc), the homes listed below are found throughout most of San Diego. Prices for the luxury homes listed here start at around $2,500,000 and go up from there. If you are seeking a home below this price range, please feel free to reach out to me, or you can initiate your own property search here.

Luxury Homes for Sale in San Diego – Listed Now

$2,599,999 - 4Br/5Ba -  for Sale in Rancho Carrillo (rc), Carlsbad
New
Price $2,599,999
Beds 4
Baths 5
Living Area SqFt 3,758
Status Active
MLS # 250034632
Property Type Detached
Keller Williams Realty
 
$2,815,000 - 5Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Carmel Valley, San Diego
Open House
New
Price $2,815,000
Beds 5
Baths 3
Living Area SqFt 2,932
Status Active
MLS # 250034862
Property Type Detached
Premier Coastal Realty
 
$3,150,000 - 5Br/5Ba -  for Sale in Carlsbad East, Carlsbad
New
Price $3,150,000
Beds 5
Baths 5
Living Area SqFt 42,000
Status Active
MLS # 250034868
Property Type Detached
The Jake May Team, Inc.
 
$7,490,000 - 3Br/4Ba -  for Sale in Point Loma, San Diego
New
Price $7,490,000
Beds 3
Baths 4
Living Area SqFt 3,694
Status Active
MLS # 250034909
Property Type Detached
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
 
$2,749,000 - 3Br/2Ba -  for Sale in San Diego, San Diego
New
Price $2,749,000
Beds 3
Baths 2
Living Area SqFt 1,262
Status Active
MLS # 250034921
Property Type Detached
TXR Homes, Inc.
 
$3,385,000 - 6Br/6Ba -  for Sale in Ocean Beach, San Diego
Open House
New
Price $3,385,000
Beds 6
Baths 6
Living Area SqFt 3,782
Status Active
MLS # 250034935
Property Type Detached
RE/MAX Pacific
 
$3,495,000 - 6Br/4Ba -  for Sale in Point Loma, San Diego
New
Price $3,495,000
Beds 6
Baths 4
Living Area SqFt 2,859
Status Active
MLS # 250034953
Property Type Detached
Coldwell Banker Realty
 
$5,280,000 - 5Br/4Ba -  for Sale in Arcadia
New
Price $5,280,000
Beds 5
Baths 4
Living Area SqFt 5,105
Status Active
MLS # AR25169194
Property Type Detached
Coldwell Banker Realty
 
$3,250,000 - 6Br/7Ba -  for Sale in Lake Arrowhead
New
Price $3,250,000
Beds 6
Baths 7
Living Area SqFt 4,122
Status Active
MLS # IG25170132
Property Type Detached
COLDWELL BANKER SKY RIDGE REALTY
 
$4,825,000 - 4Br/4Ba -  for Sale in Emerald Ridge (er), Dana Point
Open House
New
Price $4,825,000
Beds 4
Baths 4
Living Area SqFt 3,502
Status Active
MLS # LG25171597
Property Type Detached
Compass
 
$2,599,000 - 4Br/4Ba -  for Sale in Encinitas
New
Price $2,599,000
Beds 4
Baths 4
Living Area SqFt 3,442
Status Active
MLS # NDP2507378
Property Type Detached
Lincoln Realty Group
 
$2,599,000 - 4Br/5Ba -  for Sale in Carlsbad
Open House
New
Price $2,599,000
Beds 4
Baths 5
Living Area SqFt 3,779
Status Active
MLS # NDP2507457
Property Type Detached
Keller Williams Realty
 
$3,125,000 - 5Br/4Ba -  for Sale in Carlsbad
Open House
New
Price $3,125,000
Beds 5
Baths 4
Living Area SqFt 4,000
Status Active
MLS # NDP2507471
Property Type Detached
Nancarrow Realty Group
 
$3,400,000 - 4Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Encinitas
Open House
New
Price $3,400,000
Beds 4
Baths 3
Living Area SqFt 2,260
Status Active
MLS # NDP2507506
Property Type Detached
Shoreline Properties
 
$4,795,000 - 4Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Cardiff By The Sea
New
Price $4,795,000
Beds 4
Baths 3
Living Area SqFt 3,603
Status Active
MLS # NDP2507512
Property Type Detached
eXp Realty of California, Inc
 

Specific Considerations for Luxury Homes

Luxury homes in San Diego are often situated on larger lots. If you are looking in areas like Rancho Santa Fe, lots frequently are measured in acres. Higher landscape maintenance costs are one consideration of purchasing a luxury home, and that cost can be significant on particularly large estates. In Rancho Santa Fe, some of the larger properties may have full-time staff simply to tend to landscape maintenance.

Some luxury homes in San Diego are in areas of high and very high fire risk. This is important to be aware of in terms of safety, insurability (including insurance costs), and landscape maintenance requirements. Coastal homes are less likely to fall into very high fire risk categories but can have their own risks such as coastal erosion and land movement for homes on highly sloped lots.

If local schools are a factor in your decision, San Diego’s luxury homes are frequently found in areas known for good schools. Although crime is relatively low in San Diego when compared with other big US cities, crime rates typically are lower in the more affluent suburbs of San Diego. For crime information in specific areas, please see CrimeMapping.com and enter in the area(s) you are investigating.

Buying a Luxury Home in San Diego

Whether you are local or not, understanding current market conditions is a key step in the process. I have San Diego market stats for several specific neighborhoods. If you intend to finance your home purchase, getting a pre-approval in place before you start touring homes is a vital step. Last but not least, having a trustworthy agent representing you is essential. A good agent can not only provide perspective on the market, but can also help you identify what home(s) fit best for you, and help you successfully negotiate their purchase.

Additional Resources for Luxury Homes in San Diego

If you are shopping for the most extreme form of luxury home, be sure to visit my list of the biggest houses in San Diego along with the most expensive houses in San Diego. Each list has the top 15 homes currently listed in San Diego and are continuously updated with the latest luxury listings.

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A typical example of luxury homes for sale in San Diego

San Diego Luxury REALTOR®

Whether you are moving to San Diego or are already here, I expertly advise clients in buying and selling homes, at all price points. If you would like to discuss your real estate plans, please contact me via the contact form or phone number below for a no-obligation consultation. I look forward to hearing from you!

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About Marc Lyman

Marc Lyman delivers results with a proven track record in San Diego real estate. Marc leverages more than a decade of expertise in San Diego's dynamic real estate market. Known for his innovative marketing strategies, unwavering integrity, exemplary communication, and tenacious commitment to client satisfaction, Marc orchestrates smooth and seamless transactions while always prioritizing your best interests. With sharp negotiation skills, a deep understanding of San Diego’s neighborhoods, and a strategic, client-focused approach, Marc is dedicated to providing conscientious counsel and maximizing your real estate success. Whether you're buying or selling a home in San Diego, connect with Marc today and experience the expertise that leads to successful real estate results.