
5431 Candlelight Drive
Dbottom 20%La Jolla, CA 92037
One license per person in San Diego: whether you can hold it depends on you, not only the home.
114 licensed short-term rentals within ½ mile (74 whole home), from the cities' license and permit lists of Nov 14, 2026.
Pass at asking: -$28,605/mo full cashflow at 20% down, 7.36% rate.
Works at $1,252,016 (75% under asking); even all cash loses money at asking.
Rent $12,426/mo from 16 leases of 3–5 bed houses within 0.5 mi, same school area ($10,943–$16,281).
Beds
4
Baths
4
Sqft
3,619
Year Built
1965
Days on Market
—
Property Type
Single Family
HOA/mo
N/A
MLS ID
260027112SD
This property is in La Jolla (92037). View neighborhood stats →
About This Property
This exquisite, centrally located, La Jolla jewel is perched atop the highly sought-after La Jolla Palisades with unbelievable views and easy accessibility to coastal La Jolla, Birdrock, Pacific Beach, Mission Bay, Mission Beach and walk-ability to most areas. This architectural gem delivers an unmatched coastal lifestyle where dramatic, whitewater ocean and bay views meet the lights of downtown San Diego. Designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living, the main floor plan transitions seamlessly as the entire living room and kitchen open directly onto one of the neighborhood's premier rooftop terraces. Whether you are hosting friends around the outdoor fireplace, unwinding in the new spa or taking in the Sea World fireworks, this outdoor living space is sensational. Inside, the home balances refined luxury with exceptional functionality, centered around a dream kitchen featuring rich, honed marble countertops, a stylish herringbone tile backsplash, custom cabinetry, ambient lighting and a pleasing color palette. Beyond this home's exquisite finishes, it offers a remarkably thoughtful floor plan with abundant hidden storage and sweeping panoramic views of the city, bay and the ocean framed from every major room. Lives like a single story with a perfect floor plan. The roof top outdoor lounge has arguably the most expansive and stunning views in not just La Jolla, but in all of coastal San Diego. This exquisite, centrally located, La Jolla jewel is perched atop the highly sought-after La Jolla Palisades with unbelievable views and easy accessibility to coastal La Jolla, Birdrock, Pacific Beach, Mission Bay, Mission Beach and walk-ability to most areas. This architectural gem delivers an unmatched coastal lifestyle where dramatic, whitewater ocean and bay views meet the lights of downtown San Diego. Designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living, the main floor plan transitions seamlessly as the entire living room and kitchen open directly onto one of the neighborhood's premier rooftop terraces. Whether you are hosting friends around the outdoor fireplace, unwinding in the new spa or taking in the Sea World fireworks, this outdoor living space is sensational. Inside, the home balances refined luxury with exceptional functionality, centered around a dream kitchen featuring rich, honed marble countertops, a stylish herringbone tile backsplash, custom cabinetry, ambient lighting and a pleasing color palette. Beyond this home's exquisite finishes, it offers a remarkably thoughtful floor plan with abundant hidden storage and sweeping panoramic views of the city, bay and the ocean framed from every major room. Lives like a single story with a perfect floor plan. The roof top outdoor lounge has arguably the most expansive and stunning views in not just La Jolla, but in all of coastal San Diego.
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Est. Monthly Payment
$34,010
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Zoned Schools
Elementary
Bird Rock Elementary · grades K-5 · San Diego Unified
Middle
Muirlands Middle · grades 6-8 · San Diego Unified
High
La Jolla High · grades 9-12 · San Diego Unified
The district's assigned schools for this parcel, from its attendance boundaries and rules. Boundaries change: confirm with the district before you buy.
Comparable Properties
5 comps foundThis Property
$12,426
Comp Average
$13,493
1005 Solymar Drive
4bd / 4ba · 3,819 sqft · Single Family
$5.00M
Est. $16,440/mo
2505 Hidden Valley Pl
5bd / 4ba · 3,527 sqft · Single Family
$4.45M
Est. $14,295/mo

1553 Copa De Oro Drive
4bd / 4.5ba · 3,370 sqft · Single Family
$5.80M
Est. $11,890/mo
7865 Roseland Drive
4bd / 4ba · 3,733 sqft · Single Family
$6.90M
Est. $15,061/mo
7546 Caminito Avola
4bd / 4ba · 3,258 sqft · Single Family
$4.50M
Est. $9,778/mo
Comps based on same zip code, similar beds (±1), price range (60-150%).
Investment Score
16 leases of 3–5 bed houses within 0.5 mi, same school area · $10,943–$16,281
Rent − PITIA
Incl. vacancy, PM, maint, capex
What would make this work?
$28,605/mo short at 20% down; +$37,149/mo rent closes it.
- Break-even price
- $1,252,016
- Break-even rent
- $49,575/mo
- Cashflow at 35% down
- −$23,438/mo
- Down payment to break even
- Not reachable
- Rate to break even
- Not reachable
75% under asking
$37,149/mo above the estimate
Negative even all-cash
Negative even at a 0% loan
Need ≥ 1.25 for DSCR loan
Lower = better for investors
* Modelled at 20% down, 7.36% rate, 30yr · vacancy 8% · PM 10% · capex 5% · maintenance 1%/yr.
Estimates only. Not financial advice. Verify all figures independently with a licensed professional before making any investment decision.
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