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

$2,799,000 - 8Br/6Ba -  for Sale in Downey
Open House
New
Price $2,799,000
Beds 8
Baths 6
Living Area SqFt 5,491
Status Active
MLS # DW26087505
Property Type Detached
Sunrise Acceptance Corp.
 
$3,280,000 - 6Br/7Ba -  for Sale in Chino Hills
Open House
New
Price $3,280,000
Beds 6
Baths 7
Living Area SqFt 7,508
Status Active
MLS # WS26085680
Property Type Detached
RE/MAX PREMIER/ARCADIA
 
$5,500,000 - 5Br/6Ba -  for Sale in Rancho Santa Fe, San Diego
Open House
New
Price $5,500,000
Beds 5
Baths 6
Living Area SqFt 5,665
Status Active
MLS # OC26086910
Property Type Detached
Regency Real Estate Brokers
 
$2,799,000 - 3Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Cardiff By The Sea, Cardiff-by-the-sea
Open House
New
Price $2,799,000
Beds 3
Baths 3
Living Area SqFt 1,222
Status Active
MLS # 260009270
Property Type Detached
Compass
 
$3,675,000 - 5Br/4Ba -  for Sale in Carmel Valley, San Diego
Open House
New
Price $3,675,000
Beds 5
Baths 4
Living Area SqFt 3,738
Status Active
MLS # 260009657
Property Type Detached
Coastal Premier Properties
 
$3,500,000 - 4Br/5Ba -  for Sale in Rancho Palos Verdes
Open House
New
Price $3,500,000
Beds 4
Baths 5
Living Area SqFt 4,459
Status Active
MLS # PV26082920
Property Type Detached
Keller Williams Palos Verdes
 
$5,488,000 - 5Br/5Ba -  for Sale in Rivage (nrrv), Newport Coast
Open House
New
Price $5,488,000
Beds 5
Baths 5
Living Area SqFt 3,655
Status Active
MLS # NP26088103
Property Type Detached
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
 
$2,588,000 - 5Br/4Ba -  for Sale in Yorba Linda Homes (yrlh), Yorba Linda
Open House
New
Price $2,588,000
Beds 5
Baths 4
Living Area SqFt 3,952
Status Active
MLS # AR26086752
Property Type Detached
Wetrust Realty
 
$2,980,000 - 5Br/5Ba -  for Sale in Fullerton
Open House
New
Price $2,980,000
Beds 5
Baths 5
Living Area SqFt 4,000
Status Active
MLS # PW26084847
Property Type Detached
Coldwell Banker Realty
 
$3,950,000 - 4Br/5Ba -  for Sale in Irvine
Open House
New
Price $3,950,000
Beds 4
Baths 5
Living Area SqFt 4,191
Status Active
MLS # OC26087497
Property Type Detached
Keller Williams Realty Irvine
 
$4,200,000 - 5Br/2Ba -  for Sale in Balboa Island - Main Island (bal, Newport Beach
Open House
New
Price $4,200,000
Beds 5
Baths 2
Living Area SqFt 2,128
Status Active
MLS # NP26074825
Property Type Detached
Coldwell Banker Realty
 
$2,698,000 - 4Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Irvine
Open House
New
Price $2,698,000
Beds 4
Baths 3
Living Area SqFt 2,382
Status Active
MLS # OC26086911
Property Type Detached
Real Broker
 
$4,995,000 - 6Br/4Ba -  for Sale in Top Of The World (tow), Laguna Beach
Open House
New
Price $4,995,000
Beds 6
Baths 4
Living Area SqFt 2,971
Status Active
MLS # LG26069609
Property Type Detached
Coldwell Banker Realty
 
$2,599,000 - 5Br/5Ba -  for Sale in La Costa, Carlsbad
Open House
New
Price $2,599,000
Beds 5
Baths 5
Living Area SqFt 4,212
Status Active
MLS # 260009596
Property Type Detached
Harcourts One
 
$4,500,000 - 2Br/2Ba -  for Sale in Rancho Santa Fe
Open House
New
Price $4,500,000
Beds 2
Baths 2
Living Area SqFt 1,943
Status Active
MLS # NDP2603868
Property Type Detached
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
 

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.