The famed children’s book author reportedly penned 42 of his 68 published titled while living at the La Jolla, Calif. property
NEED TO KNOW
- Dr. Seuss’ longtime southern California residence has sold for $9 million
- The 5,000-square-foot property includes a historic observation tower and office that must remain intact during future renovations
- New owners Ralph and Jodi Branch plan to preserve the home’s integrity and pursue historic designation for the estate
The longtime whimsical residence of famed children’s book author Dr. Seuss — a.k.a. Theodore Seuss Geisel — has found a new “Who” to call it home.
Located high above La Jolla, Calif.’s breathtaking coastline, the extraordinary 5,000-square-foot property sold on May 29 for $9 million, about $950,000 below the asking price.
Geisel first purchased the land surrounding the La Jolla Country Club Heights’ subdivision observation tower in 1948, according to the Jason Barry Team, which held the listing. He then commissioned local architect Thomas L. Shepherd to design a home for him and his then-wife Helen.
Completed in 1950, Geisel went on to write 42 of his 68 published titles while living at the property, including The Cat in the Hat, The Lorax and Green Eggs and Ham…