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

$3,850,000 - 3Br/2Ba -  for Sale in West Newport Beach (wsnb), Newport Beach
Open House
New
Price $3,850,000
Beds 3
Baths 2
Living Area SqFt 1,501
Status Active
MLS # OC26065808
Property Type Detached
Luxury Fine Homes, Inc.
 
$4,195,000 - 4Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Pasadena
Open House
New
Price $4,195,000
Beds 4
Baths 3
Living Area SqFt 3,356
Status Active
MLS # P1-26721
Property Type Detached
Coldwell Banker Realty
 
$14,500,000 - 4Br/9Ba -  for Sale in Smithcliffs (smc), Laguna Beach
Open House
New
Price $14,500,000
Beds 4
Baths 9
Living Area SqFt 7,119
Status Active
MLS # NP26084813
Property Type Detached
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
 
$2,995,000 - 5Br/4Ba -  for Sale in Carlsbad
Open House
New
Price $2,995,000
Beds 5
Baths 4
Living Area SqFt 4,000
Status Active
MLS # NDP2603809
Property Type Detached
Nancarrow Realty Group
 
$2,998,000 - 4Br/5Ba -  for Sale in San Marino
Open House
New
Price $2,998,000
Beds 4
Baths 5
Living Area SqFt 3,024
Status Active
MLS # P1-26743
Property Type Detached
Coldwell Banker Realty
 
$3,249,000 - 4Br/5Ba -  for Sale in Peninsula (pi), Long Beach
Open House
New
Price $3,249,000
Beds 4
Baths 5
Living Area SqFt 3,000
Status Active
MLS # PW26068818
Property Type Detached
eXp Realty of California Inc
 
$2,795,000 - 3Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Alta Vista (av), Laguna Beach
Open House
New
Price $2,795,000
Beds 3
Baths 3
Living Area SqFt 1,931
Status Active
MLS # LG26082128
Property Type Detached
Engel & Voelkers
 
$2,999,000 - 3Br/4Ba -  for Sale in Downtown Area (down), Huntington Beach
Open House
New
Price $2,999,000
Beds 3
Baths 4
Living Area SqFt 2,868
Status Active
MLS # OC26084502
Property Type Detached
Seven Gables Real Estate
 
$2,745,000 - 3Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Alta Vista (av), Laguna Beach
Open House
New
Price $2,745,000
Beds 3
Baths 3
Living Area SqFt 1,882
Status Active
MLS # LG26085815
Property Type Detached
Compass
 
$7,995,000 - 3Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Kings Road (kgrd), Newport Beach
Open House
New
Price $7,995,000
Beds 3
Baths 3
Living Area SqFt 4,264
Status Active
MLS # NP26081973
Property Type Detached
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
 
$4,995,000 - 3Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Emerald Ridge (er), Dana Point
Open House
New
Price $4,995,000
Beds 3
Baths 3
Living Area SqFt 2,800
Status Active
MLS # NP26071251
Property Type Detached
Coldwell Banker Realty
 
$2,695,000 - 5Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Crescent Oaks (776), Westlake Village
Open House
New
Price $2,695,000
Beds 5
Baths 3
Living Area SqFt 3,330
Status Active
MLS # SR26085356
Property Type Detached
The Agency
 
$3,000,000 - 5Br/5Ba -  for Sale in Fullerton
New
Price $3,000,000
Beds 5
Baths 5
Living Area SqFt 5,270
Status Active
MLS # DW26070739
Property Type Detached
Century 21 Allstars
 
$3,400,000 - 3Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Encinitas
New
Price $3,400,000
Beds 3
Baths 3
Living Area SqFt 2,881
Status Active
MLS # NDP2603753
Property Type Detached
Whole Life Properties
 
$12,999,000 - 5Br/8Ba -  for Sale in La Jolla, La Jolla
New
Price $12,999,000
Beds 5
Baths 8
Living Area SqFt 9,370
Status Active
MLS # 260009345
Property Type Detached
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
 

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.