
8421 Whale Watch Way
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.
54 licensed short-term rentals within ½ mile (45 whole home), from the cities' license and permit lists of Nov 11, 2026.
Pass at asking: -$142,720/mo full cashflow at 20% down, 7.43% rate.
Works at $1,917,720 (91% under asking); even all cash loses money at asking.
Rent $19,128/mo from 9 leases of 5–7 bed houses within 2 mi, same school area ($15,262–$30,910).
Beds
6
Baths
7.5
Sqft
8,218
Year Built
2026
Days on Market
141
Property Type
Single Family
HOA/mo
N/A
MLS ID
260013853SD
This property is in La Jolla (92037). View neighborhood stats →
About This Property
A VIEW SO VAST, YOU FEEL LIKE YOU OWN THE SKY. This just-completed contemporary residence captures the breathtaking scale of the sweeping view panorama through retracting floor-to-ceiling walls of glass. Located in upper La Jolla Shores, this elevated sanctuary offers a fabulous resort-style lifestyle. On one of the most highly-desired streets, Whale Watch Way. VERY, VERY, VERY EXCITING. The massive great room has soaring ceilings that establish a grand, voluminous feel. A beautiful kitchen, with double center islands, features an open-concept layout that flows into living areas, while the discrete prep kitchen keeps all pristine. The delectable primary suite has amazing space, a luxury bath, huge walk-in closet, and decking from which to indulge in view gazing day and night. There is a second Primary on the entry level, two multi-purpose family/rec rooms, fabulous outdoor spaces including expansive decking, patios, an outdoor cooking/entertaining area and an infinity-edge saltwater pool, 4-car garage plus a 2-car which is double-height. In close proximity to the beach and all of La Jolla Shores' pleasures.
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Est. Monthly Payment
$140,365
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Zoned Schools
Elementary
Torrey Pines 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
$19,128
Comp Average
$20,977
5833 Rutgers Rd
6bd / 7ba · 8,586 sqft · Single Family
$18.50M
Est. $19,189/mo
1515 El Camino Del Teatro
5bd / 6ba · 7,590 sqft · Single Family
$17.50M
Est. $22,755/mo
5727 Baja Mar
5bd / 7.5ba · 9,370 sqft · Single Family
$13.00M
Est. $21,982/mo
2082 Via Casa Alta
5bd / 7ba · 6,930 sqft · Single Family
$13.95M
Est. $18,911/mo
5910 Camino De La Costa
5bd / 6.5ba · 6,668 sqft · Single Family
$22.00M
Est. $22,049/mo
Comps based on same zip code, similar beds (±1), price range (60-150%).
Investment Score
9 leases of 5–7 bed houses within 2 mi, same school area · $15,262–$30,910
Rent − PITIA
Incl. vacancy, PM, maint, capex
What would make this work?
$142,720/mo short at 20% down; +$185,351/mo rent closes it.
- Break-even price
- $1,917,720
- Break-even rent
- $204,479/mo
- Cashflow at 35% down
- −$121,366/mo
- Down payment to break even
- Not reachable
- Rate to break even
- Not reachable
91% under asking
$185,351/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, 7.43% 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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