La Playa Homes with City View

Welcome to La Playa, an enchanting neighborhood nestled within the picturesque Point Loma area of San Diego, California. Known for its stunning coastal views and vibrant atmosphere, La Playa offers a unique blend of laid-back beach life and urban convenience, making it one of the most desirable places to call home in Southern California.

As you stroll through the tree-lined streets, you’ll be captivated by the charm of this seaside community. La Playa boasts an array of beautiful homes, many of which showcase breathtaking city views that illuminate the skyline, especially at sunset. Imagine sipping your morning coffee on a sun-drenched balcony while gazing out at the twinkling lights of downtown San Diego or enjoying a glass of wine as the sun dips below the horizon. For those who appreciate both natural beauty and urban accessibility, La Playa is a dream come true.

The neighborhood is also home to an array of local amenities, including quaint shops, delightful eateries, and recreational spots like the scenic Kellogg Beach and the nearby San Diego Bay. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast or a city lover, La Playa has something for everyone. With its close-knit community feel and easy access to the vibrant culture of San Diego, residents enjoy the best of both worlds.

If you’re searching for a home that offers stunning city views and the serenity of coastal living, La Playa is the perfect place to start your journey. Come explore this hidden gem and discover why so many have fallen in love with life in La Playa!

Newest La Playa Homes with City View

$4,899,900

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 260019682 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

A rare opportunity to own one of San Diego Bay's premier view properties and unlock exceptional equity potential. Located in Point Loma's prestigious La Playa neighborhood, between the world-renowned San Diego Yacht Club and Southwestern Yacht Club, this 9,700+ sq. ft. gently sloping lot is surrounded by luxury estates. Build your dream estate without years of coastal permitting delays. This shovel-ready opportunity includes approved plans in the final submission phase and Coastal Commission clearance already secured. The proposed 6,033 sq. ft. residence features 5 bedrooms (plus optional 6th), 5.5 baths, an elevator, 4-car tandem carport, and 2,086 sq. ft. of view decks designed to maximize breathtaking panoramas of San Diego Bay, the downtown skyline, passing yachts, sparkling city lights, and the city's iconic fireworks. The property offers dual access from Rosecrans Street and San Antonio Place (via private easement), mature fruit trees, and a coveted private easement to the historic waterfront Bessemer Path. Enjoy easy access to Kellogg Beach, Shelter Island, marinas, and the best of Point Loma's waterfront lifestyle. Not ready to build? The existing 4-bedroom home is comfortable and move-in ready, allowing you to enjoy the spectacular views while planning your future masterpiece. This is a rare chance to create a world-class estate in one of San Diego's most exclusive bayside neighborhoods. *This sale includes the existing property plus approved plans for a 6033 sqft residence that are in the final submission phase with the City of San Diego.*

827 Rosecrans St, Point Loma (Pt Loma)

$5,500,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 260015121 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

First time on the market… this home and property has been in the same family for 90 years! Designed to capture the love of harbor life and the passion for maritime, where every day begins and ends with the mesmerizing colors of the sunrise and sunset, this custom built home is perched above the street and nestled on 28,000 sf lot of botanical gardens with panoramic views of downtown and San Diego harbor. Enter the foyer that opens to dramatic teak beams and details, picture windows that fill the rooms with natural light, and expansive views of the harbor and city from wrap-around decks, kitchen, dining, living room, game room and primary bedroom. With over 3,800 square feet of living space, this 4 bed + game room home blends sophistication and warmth, creating an ideal setting for family life and entertaining, including a poolside retreat, every space intentionally surrounded by nature. Beyond the home, the vibrant sailing and beach community awaits. Walk or bike to local restaurants, sail the bay, socialize at yacht clubs, catch waves at nearby surf spots, hike Cabrillo National Park, or meet up with neighbors at Kellogg Beach. Welcome home to 510 San Fernando Street, where family legacies are passed down, sailing becomes tradition, and life by the water embodies the soul of San Diego coastal living.

510 San Fernando St, Point Loma (Pt Loma)

$5,880,000

3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 260004464 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Organic architecture at its most livable. Impeccably designed and soulfully updated, this Kendrick Bangs Kellogg-designed house in La Playa fuses artistry with lifestyle. Intoxicating views frame the marina, downtown skyline, Coronado Bridge & beyond. Restored w/ every modern amenity, the sanctuary is grounded by a textural material palette: timber, concrete & Kellogg’s signature brick fireplace. The floor plan balances social scale w/quiet retreat. The neighborhood mixes old & new w/buzzy coffee shops. Architectural Distinction San Diego architect Kendrick Bang Kellogg designed striking structures—some of the most celebrated ever built—seeking to blend them with their natural environments. Here is one of the earlier examples of his nature-inspired work, featuring plate glass and rough-sawn wood. The house was designed by Kellogg in 1968 and thoughtfully restored in 2021, ensuring its architectural narrative will endure for generations. Anchored on the hillside of Point Loma’s historic La Playa neighborhood, the house is warm, textural, and an organic extension of the landscape. The interplay of natural materials and light reinforces the San Diego Harbor connection, offering a connected living experience that enriches daily rhythms. There’s a mix of soaring and more intimate spaces; the double-height living and dining area draws families together around the massive fireplace. Also a focal point: James Hubbell’s stained glass art creates a rhythmic pattern of color and light in the foyer. Striking a balance between independence and togetherness, the primary bedroom is a front-row retreat, while ensuite bedrooms rest along the eastern edge, set apart for privacy. Three separate bedroom zones create spatial complexity and a subtle separation that promotes household peace and harmony. Landmark Views Situated at the end of the road, the house is crafted to dramatically embrace the breadth of its site, presenting an expansive facade to the harbor. There’s a magical quality of natural light from the moment the sun rises until it sets, then allowing the moonlight to take over. Views frame the quiet excitement of the marina, Downtown San Diego’s skyline, and the Coronado Bridge. In winter, there are snow-capped mountains to the east. Indoor-outdoor spaces create a sanctuary to sit back and survey the world around you. Views embrace the harbor setting, which gently unfolds in a rhythm of daily life. Sailing classes. Regattas. The freedom of a lone Hobie Cat as it sets off on a twinkly sea. The Neighborhood Point Loma has an enviable mix of old-world charm and new-era verve. The house is close to buzzy coffee shops and restaurants, as well as Kellogg Beach, Southwestern Yacht Club, San Diego Yacht Club, and Point Loma Nazarene. Liberty Station is both an arts district and a vibrant dining destination.

3016 Rogers St, Point Loma (Pt Loma)

$4,145,000

5 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 260003852 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

At 3235 Harbor View Drive, the name isn't aspirational; it's an understatement. This expansive Mediterranean, five-bedroom Point Loma residence commands a rare, sweeping panorama. Mountain sunrises unfold across Shelter Island's mast-lined marinas and expand over the glittering expanse of San Diego Bay and the Pacific beyond. Virtually every room is framed by a different chapter of that view. A true chef's kitchen, outfitted with high-end appliances, and ample cabinetry, fuses with a living space designed for the kind of gatherings where nobody wants to leave. A dedicated office overlooks the bay, turning the daily grind into something closer to meditation. Thoughtful details elevate the everyday: a built-in dumbwaiter ferries groceries from the attached garage level up to kitchen, and a second detached garage off the rear alley is ideal for additional vehicles or future creative use. Architectural details elevate the experience at every turn, from softly arched barreled hallways that guide you through the home to wrought iron Juliet balconies that frame the bay and invite in ocean breezes. Step outside to a spacious view patio and an enchanting, private yard, and you begin to understand why this address delivers an unmatched lifestyle. All of this is just minutes from Liberty Station’s dining and arts scene, the beaches of Sunset Cliffs, highly regarded schools, local yacht clubs and downtown San Diego. This is not simply a home with an incredible view. It is a front-row seat to the best of Point Loma living: elevated, private, and endlessly inspiring. Soaring vaulted ceilings with exposed wood beams lend the open kitchen, dining, and living areas a warmth and scale that few homes on the peninsula can match. Rich hardwood floors carry through the primary living spaces. The kitchen centers on a curved, furniture-grade island with granite countertops and a professional-grade Wolf six-burner range. The office is a showpiece in its own right: ornate pressed-tin coffered ceiling panels in a copper finish, dark wood millwork, built-in library shelving, and dual French doors opening onto a pair of wrought iron Juliet balconies overlooking the bay. A wet bar and additional seating area are just outside the office. The primary suite's walk-in closet features custom built-in cabinetry and skylights, while the en suite bath is finished with natural stone countertops and crystal sconces. Outdoor living unfolds across multiple levels, including a pergola-shaded Saltillo tile courtyard with vine-covered lattice privacy walls and lantern lighting, plus a separate terracotta-tiled balcony overlooking the yard. Mature tropical landscaping, towering palms, a columned entry portico, and a wrought iron pedestrian gate complete a property where the craftsmanship was considered as carefully as the address.

3235 Harbor View Dr, Point Loma (Pt Loma)

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