Encinitas Real Estate

Encinitas, California, is a coastal city in San Diego County. It's known for its stunning beaches, stunning bluffs, and its vibrant culture. With a population of around 65,000, Encinitas is a great place to live and work. The city is home to some of the best beaches in the country, including Moonlight Beach, Swami's Beach, and Grandview Beach.

Encinitas is also known for its great shopping and dining opportunities. There are plenty of boutique shops and restaurants to explore, from local favorites like Beacons Beach Cafe and the Encinitas Fish Shop to more upscale options like The Deck and the Lumberyard.

The city is also home to a thriving arts and culture scene. There are several art galleries, music venues, and theaters in and around Encinitas. The city also hosts the annual Encinitas Street Fair, which celebrates the city's unique culture.

Encinitas is a great place to live and work. The city offers a variety of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. The city also has a variety of parks and recreation areas, including hiking trails, playgrounds, and golf courses.

Encinitas is a great place to call home. With its stunning beaches, vibrant culture, and great shopping and dining opportunities, Encinitas is an ideal place to live and work. Whether you're looking to buy a home, rent an apartment, or invest in real estate, Encinitas has something for everyone.

Newest Listings in Encinitas

$779,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

Welcome to the highly sought-after 55+ community of High Country Villas in Encinitas! This charming single-story 2BR/2BA residence offers approx. 936 sq. ft. of comfortable, low-maintenance living. Step inside to a bright, inviting interior featuring luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh designer paint and updated baseboards. The thoughtfully designed floor plan provides easy single-level living. Enjoy a private outdoor space with beautiful hillside views and refreshing coastal breezes—perfect for morning coffee, entertaining or simply relaxing. A detached 1-car garage provides added convenience and storage. High Country Villas offers an exceptional active lifestyle with a 9-hole golf course, pickleball, 2 community pools, spa, bocce ball, clubhouse, recreation and meeting rooms, plus a variety of social activities. Ideally located near Manchester Preserve and scenic hiking trails and approximately 3 miles from the beach, with shopping, dining and recreation nearby. Whether you're ready to simplify, downsize or embrace the coastal lifestyle, this home offers a wonderful combination of comfort, community, amenities and location. Welcome home to High Country Villas!

245 Fairlee, Encinitas

$8,950,000

3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths

A Front-Row Seat to the Pacific. Set along a coveted stretch of the Southern California coastline, 1440–42 Neptune Avenue, originally designed by the famed architect Steve Adams, puts the Pacific Ocean directly at your doorstep, with brand-NEW Private Stairs to the beach and approximately 1,000 square feet of oceanfront deck space plus your own lap Pool and Sunset Spa! The great room features an open floor plan, vaulted wood-beamed ceilings and expansive windows looking out to the ocean, with LaCantina sliding doors of glass opening directly to the oceanfront deck. The open kitchen is centered around a generous island connecting the kitchen and great room. LaCantina bi-fold windows overlook the private lap pool, spa and waterfall feature, while appliances include a double oven, warming drawer and Thermador refrigerator. Ocean views continue into the primary suite, with a fireplace and sliding doors opening to an enclosed patio space overlooking the Pacific. The spa-like bath features a deep soaking tub with ocean views, a large steam shower and dual vanities. This is a Rare Opportunity to live where others come to dream. Private stairs lead from the property directly to the sand plus an intact, concrete Seawall. Oceanfront deck. Private beach access. Pool and spa. Pacific views throughout. Few places put you this close to the Pacific.

1440-42 Neptune Ave, Encinitas

$2,995,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths

The Palaro Compound | A Private Coastal Sanctuary: Set on a fenced, lush quarter-acre corner lot, this 2,553 sq. ft. masterwork pairs "old school" Leucadia soul with modern custom finishes. Artisanal interiors showcase rich engineered hardwood, archways, decorative beams, and a wood-burning fireplace designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living. The Balinese-inspired resort grounds feature a secluded spa, outdoor shower, dining area, covered fire-pit lounge, and quiet garden nooks to unwind. Adding immense value, a permitted, soundproofed 1 BD / 1 BA ADU offers a private entrance, patio, and 2 dedicated parking spaces. Tucked away for privacy yet minutes from everything Encinitas offers, this home includes paid solar, an oversized driveway for Sprinter/RV parking, and easy I-5 access. Enjoy walking distance to Capri Elementary, with quick access to the surf at Swamis and Moonlight Beach, plus all that the Highway 101 corridor has to offer. The Palaro Compound | A Private Coastal Sanctuary: Set on a fenced, lush quarter-acre corner lot, this 2,553 sq. ft. masterwork pairs "old school" Leucadia soul with modern custom finishes. Artisanal interiors showcase rich engineered hardwood, archways, decorative beams, and a wood-burning fireplace designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living. The Balinese-inspired resort grounds feature a secluded spa, outdoor shower, dining area, covered fire-pit lounge, and quiet garden nooks to unwind. Adding immense value, a permitted, soundproofed 1 BD / 1 BA ADU offers a private entrance, patio, and 2 dedicated parking spaces. Tucked away for privacy yet minutes from everything Encinitas offers, this home includes paid solar, an oversized driveway for Sprinter/RV parking, and easy I-5 access. Enjoy walking distance to Capri Elementary, with quick access to the surf at Swamis and Moonlight Beach, plus all that the Highway 101 corridor has to offer.

808 Palaro Dr, Encinitas

$3,500,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths

Welcome to your own private Encinitas retreat, where coastal living meets distinctive charm and modern convenience. Enter through custom old world gates into a secluded courtyard surrounded by a warm tropical feel, setting the tone for this charming single family home with a relaxed Bohemian aesthetic. Enjoy ocean views, refreshing ocean breezes and spectacular sunsets from the Brazilian walnut balcony. Thoughtfully enhanced with a paid Tesla solar system, new electrical panel, new furnace, tankless water heater, reverse osmosis and HousePure water filtration system with Chloramine upgrade, this home blends character with modern comforts. RV parking adds valuable flexibility, while a large additional room offers exceptional potential for conversion to an ADU, subject to applicable approvals. Ideally located near the iconic shores of Swamis Beach and just minutes from the restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques and coastal energy of downtown Encinitas. Even closer to home, enjoy the convenience of walking to the new Fox Point Farms, featuring an organic farm to table restaurant and gathering place. With its private courtyard, ocean views, unique character, extensive upgrades and enviable location, 890 Passiflora Avenue offers a special opportunity to experience the quintessential Encinitas lifestyle. Welcome to your own private Encinitas retreat, where coastal living meets distinctive charm and modern convenience. Enter through custom old world gates into a secluded courtyard surrounded by a warm tropical feel, setting the tone for this charming single family home with a relaxed Bohemian aesthetic. Enjoy ocean views, refreshing ocean breezes and spectacular sunsets from the Brazilian walnut balcony. Thoughtfully enhanced with a paid Tesla solar system, new electrical panel, new furnace, tankless water heater, reverse osmosis and HousePure water filtration system with Chloramine upgrade, this home blends character with modern comforts. RV parking adds valuable flexibility, while a large additional room offers exceptional potential for conversion to an ADU, subject to applicable approvals. Ideally located near the iconic shores of Swamis Beach and just minutes from the restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques and coastal energy of downtown Encinitas. Even closer to home, enjoy the convenience of walking to the new Fox Point Farms, featuring an organic farm to table restaurant and gathering place. With its private courtyard, ocean views, unique character, extensive upgrades and enviable location, 890 Passiflora Avenue offers a special opportunity to experience the quintessential Encinitas lifestyle.

890 Passiflora Ave, Encinitas

$1,999,000

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths

Experience open-concept living in the heart of Encinitas with this stunning 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home that perfectly balances coastal proximity with the best of Southern California living. The main level features a convenient bedroom and full bathroom, ideal for guests or multi-generational needs. At the center of the home, the kitchen boasts a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a generous pantry. Storage is never a concern here, as three of the five bedrooms include walk-in closets, complemented by an oversized downstairs hall closet. The primary suite serves as a private retreat, complete with a soaking tub, separate shower, and a large walk-in closet. Outside, the backyard is an entertainer's dream, featuring a covered patio for al fresco dining and a low-maintenance landscape with turf and a charming sunken garden area. Experience open-concept living in the heart of Encinitas with this stunning 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home that perfectly balances coastal proximity with the best of Southern California living. The main level features a convenient bedroom and full bathroom, ideal for guests or multi-generational needs. At the center of the home, the kitchen boasts a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a generous pantry. Storage is never a concern here, as three of the five bedrooms include walk-in closets, complemented by an oversized downstairs hall closet. The primary suite serves as a private retreat, complete with a soaking tub, separate shower, and a large walk-in closet. Outside, the backyard is an entertainer's dream, featuring a covered patio for al fresco dining and a low-maintenance landscape with turf and a charming sunken garden area.

1089 Primrose Ln, Encinitas

$4,195,000

6 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths

This is an extraordinary opportunity to own a European-inspired energy-efficient, smart estate in the heart of Olivenhain. Perched on an expansive, well-maintained lot, this estate has direct access to the local equestrian trails. This multigenerational property features 3 detached structures designed for endless flexibility and seamless indoor-outdoor living at it's best. The main residence offers the simplicity of a single-story layout with the entire main level dedicated to daily living, a private home office and a large and luxurious primary suite on the main level with open views to the West. A thoughtfully designed, split-level, secondary wing houses 2 bedrooms with a jack-and-jill full bath and an additional bedroom, en suite with pretty views to the West and a versatile play-loft offering the perfect balance of proximity and privacy for family or guests. Outside, the manicured grounds are a haven for farm-to-table living, complete with a custom chicken coup, an organic vegetable garden and a mature, producing orchard. This estate offers endless potential with ample room in between the main house and ADU to add a pickleball court, horse arena or stables, tennis court or a putting green. Boasting it's own private address, the brand new, never-been-lived-in $700,000 ADU detached guest residence (ADU) is an entertainer's and car enthusiast's dream--featuring a climate-controlled premier car collector's garage along a fully loaded with BBQ, wood-fired, Santa Maria grill or flat-top method of the outdoor chef's delight! Currently no electricity bills- SOLAR PANELS.

3537-39 Dove Hollow Rd, Encinitas

$1,895,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths

Welcome to 156 Cerro Street, an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the laid-back coastal lifestyle that makes Encinitas one of Southern California’s most desirable communities. Ideally located in an established neighborhood, this inviting home offers the perfect combination of location, lifestyle, and potential. Designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living, the property features comfortable, light-filled living spaces that flow naturally to the outdoors—ideal for entertaining, relaxing in the sunshine, or enjoying cool coastal evenings. The private yard provides plenty of room to create your own personal retreat, whether you envision lush gardens, a new pool, outdoor dining, a play area, or additional entertaining space. The yard is large enough to add an ADU if you wish and still have plenty of room. What truly sets this home apart is its Encinitas location. Enjoy convenient access to the beaches, vibrant downtown Encinitas, neighborhood parks, shopping, dining, and highly regarded local schools—all while coming home to a peaceful residential setting. Newer energy-efficient heating and cooling. Low-water landscaping. Paid-off solar, no HOA, and no Mello Roos. A home that's truly move-in ready, in a neighborhood people never want to leave.

156 Cerro, Encinitas

$1,050,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

This beautifully updated Encinitas condo offers three bedrooms, two and a half baths and neutral finishes throughout! Hardwood flooring flows throughout the main living area, complemented by a modern custom wood staircase. The open layout features a cozy fireplace and dining area with large windows, wood blinds, and a sliding door to the enclosed patio. The updated kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, a gas range, granite countertops, bar seating and a large walk in pantry. An indoor laundry area with a new stackable washer and dryer add convenience. Upstairs, the primary bedroom is spacious, with a serene outdoor view of the treetops, private balcony and dual closets. The en-suite primary bathroom has generous storage, dual sinks, and a separate water closet with custom tile shower. Two additional bedrooms round out the second level, and the shared second bathroom is nicely updated in neutral finishes. Other features include updated windows, a whole house fan, and a detached two-car garage. Furnishings are negotiable! A partially covered patio offers ample seating for outdoor entertaining and relaxation, with raised garden beds, space to BBQ, and another large storage cabinet. Surrounded by trees and community green space, the whole unit has a serene feel and nice privacy. The Village Park HOA offers a community pool, tennis courts, pickle ball courts, playground and greenbelts. Located conveniently between Park Dale Lane Elementary and Diegueno Middle Schools, and a straight shot down Encinitas Blvd to Moonlight Beach. Encinitas is home to world class beaches, a Coa This beautifully updated Encinitas condo offers three bedrooms, two and a half baths and neutral finishes throughout! Hardwood flooring flows throughout the main living area, complemented by a modern custom wood staircase. The open layout features a cozy fireplace and dining area with large windows, wood blinds, and a sliding door to the enclosed patio. The updated kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, a gas range, granite countertops, bar seating and a large walk in pantry. An indoor laundry area with a new stackable washer and dryer add convenience. Upstairs, the primary bedroom is spacious, with a serene outdoor view of the treetops, private balcony and dual closets. The en-suite primary bathroom has generous storage, dual sinks, and a separate water closet with custom tile shower. Two additional bedrooms round out the second level, and the shared second bathroom is nicely updated in neutral finishes. Other features include updated windows, a whole house fan, and a detached two-car garage. Furnishings are negotiable! A partially covered patio offers ample seating for outdoor entertaining and relaxation, with raised garden beds, space to BBQ, and another large storage cabinet. Surrounded by trees and community green space, the whole unit has a serene feel and nice privacy. The Village Park HOA offers a community pool, tennis courts, pickle ball courts, playground and greenbelts. Located conveniently between Park Dale Lane Elementary and Diegueno Middle Schools, and a straight shot down Encinitas Blvd to Moonlight Beach. Encinitas is home to world class beaches, a Coaster Train Station, the SD Botanical Garden, and vibrant downtown scene on the Coast HWY 101.

2005 Countrywood Ct, Encinitas

$4,500,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

Steps from the beach in one of Encinitas’ most coveted coastal neighborhoods, this rare double-lot corner property west of Highway 101 offers an exceptional combination of location, lifestyle, and opportunity. Walk to Moonlight Beach, Stone Steps, downtown Encinitas, restaurants, coffee shops, and shopping in just minutes. This is an exceptionally flexible opportunity. You can take advantage of a shovel-ready development project that includes APPROVED plans for two stunning new homes with ADUs on two separate APNs (designed by Marcela & Logan architecture firm). With the subdivision and approved plans already in place, the difficult development work has been done. Or, you can move in as-is and enjoy the charming 4-bedroom house that offers character, history, and the unique double-lot-near-the-beach experience. Live in and enjoy the property today, create a one-of-a-kind coastal compound, or bring the approved vision to life with two exceptional new residences. Opportunities offering this combination of walkability, location and development potential are exceedingly rare in coastal Encinitas.

304 La Veta Ave, Encinitas

$1,395,000

Build your dream home on this finished 1.04-acre lot in the desirable rural community of Olivenhain. Set in a peaceful country setting with pretty views of the surrounding hills, the property offers plenty of space for a custom home with room for a pool, generous yard, gardens, outdoor entertaining areas and more. Zoned for horses with access to nearby trails, adding to the relaxed, rural lifestyle Olivenhain is known for. Sewer and water are nearby and electric on the property. Enjoy the space and character of country living while still being conveniently close to schools, shopping, dining and the coast. Excellent schools nearby, including Olivenhain Pioneer, Diegueno JHS and La Costa Canyon HS.***Lot lines in photos are approximate*** See parcel map in Documents. Build your dream home on this finished 1.04-acre lot in the desirable rural community of Olivenhain. Set in a peaceful country setting with pretty views of the surrounding hills, the property offers plenty of space for a custom home with room for a pool, generous yard, gardens, outdoor entertaining areas and more. Zoned for horses with access to nearby trails, adding to the relaxed, rural lifestyle Olivenhain is known for. Sewer and water are nearby and electric on the property. Enjoy the space and character of country living while still being conveniently close to schools, shopping, dining and the coast. Excellent schools nearby, including Olivenhain Pioneer, Diegueno JHS and La Costa Canyon HS.***Lot lines in photos are approximate*** See parcel map in Documents.

3570 Lone Jack Rd, Encinitas

$1,250,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

LOCATIONLOCATIONLOCATION - MUST SEE !!! Coastal Living in One of San Diego's Most Sought-After Communities... Welcome to 2168 Valleydale Lane in the High Country Villas a private, secluded and charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom end unit home nestled in the heart of Encinitas, one of Southern California's most beloved coastal cities. At 1,056 square feet, this thoughtfully laid-out home maximizes every inch of space, delivering a comfortable, move-in ready lifestyle in a zip code that buyers are always chasing. With three bedrooms, this property offers flexibility for families, remote workers, or those seeking a guest room or dedicated home office. The open flow between living spaces makes the home feel bright and welcoming, perfectly suited to the relaxed, sun-drenched Encinitas lifestyle. Just outside the front door, enjoy expansive views to Rancho Santa Fe to the east and walking trails/open space to the southwest. You are also minutes from world-class surf breaks, boutique shops, farm-to-table dining of downtown Encinitas, Moonlight Beach, the San Diego Botanic Garden, and the iconic Swami's coastline. Whether you're a surfer, a yogi, a foodie, or simply someone who values the good life, this address puts it all within easy reach. Excellent commuter access is nearby via the 5 Freeway and Encinitas Coaster station making it an ideal home base for those working throughout the greater San Diego region. Close to the pool, newer Milgard windows. This location is the BEST pocket of High Country Villas...quiet, secluded, resort/park like and well maintained. High Country Villas of LOCATIONLOCATIONLOCATION - MUST SEE !!! Coastal Living in One of San Diego's Most Sought-After Communities... Welcome to 2168 Valleydale Lane in the High Country Villas a private, secluded and charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom end unit home nestled in the heart of Encinitas, one of Southern California's most beloved coastal cities. At 1,056 square feet, this thoughtfully laid-out home maximizes every inch of space, delivering a comfortable, move-in ready lifestyle in a zip code that buyers are always chasing. With three bedrooms, this property offers flexibility for families, remote workers, or those seeking a guest room or dedicated home office. The open flow between living spaces makes the home feel bright and welcoming, perfectly suited to the relaxed, sun-drenched Encinitas lifestyle. Just outside the front door, enjoy expansive views to Rancho Santa Fe to the east and walking trails/open space to the southwest. You are also minutes from world-class surf breaks, boutique shops, farm-to-table dining of downtown Encinitas, Moonlight Beach, the San Diego Botanic Garden, and the iconic Swami's coastline. Whether you're a surfer, a yogi, a foodie, or simply someone who values the good life, this address puts it all within easy reach. Excellent commuter access is nearby via the 5 Freeway and Encinitas Coaster station making it an ideal home base for those working throughout the greater San Diego region. Close to the pool, newer Milgard windows. This location is the BEST pocket of High Country Villas...quiet, secluded, resort/park like and well maintained. High Country Villas offers a 9 hole Executive Golf course, 2 community pools and 2 pickle ball courts. Opportunities to own in Encinitas at this price point are rare. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizer, savvy investor, or looking for a second vacation home, 2168 Valleydale Lane is an opportunity not to be missed.

2168 Valleydale Ln, Encinitas

$2,575,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths

Once-in-a-Lifetime Hilltop Opportunity Rancho Las Encinitas Perched atop a private, gated street with unobstructed, sweeping views stretching across Rancho Santa Fe and the OlivenhainEncinitas hillsides, this 1.55-acre estate lot offers a rare combination of elevation, privacy, and possibility. Wake up to golden sunrises over the distant mountains east of Rancho Santa Fe, with rolling hills and valley views by day and starry skies by night one of the most dramatic view settings available in coastal North County. The existing 3,145 sq. ft. single-story residence 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, with a 2-car garage offers a classic mid-century footprint ready for a thoughtful refresh, or serves as a placeholder while you design the custom estate you've always envisioned. The property also includes a detached, two-story structure currently used as an ADU (non-permitted; buyer to verify permitting status and potential with the County of San Diego and City of Encinitas). Mature citrus and fruit trees already thrive on the terraced grounds, and a vast upper pad, along with a second tier just beyond it, offers a blank canvas for whatever you can imagine expand the orchard, plant grape vines and cultivate your own vineyard, or lay out garden beds and outdoor living space. The entire hillside can become your own private food oasis, limited only by your vision. Whether you refurbish the existing home and ADU, or start fresh with new construction, this is a rare blank canvas in one of Encinitas' most coveted hillside enclaves served by the highly regarded Encinitas Union and San Dieguito Once-in-a-Lifetime Hilltop Opportunity Rancho Las Encinitas Perched atop a private, gated street with unobstructed, sweeping views stretching across Rancho Santa Fe and the OlivenhainEncinitas hillsides, this 1.55-acre estate lot offers a rare combination of elevation, privacy, and possibility. Wake up to golden sunrises over the distant mountains east of Rancho Santa Fe, with rolling hills and valley views by day and starry skies by night one of the most dramatic view settings available in coastal North County. The existing 3,145 sq. ft. single-story residence 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, with a 2-car garage offers a classic mid-century footprint ready for a thoughtful refresh, or serves as a placeholder while you design the custom estate you've always envisioned. The property also includes a detached, two-story structure currently used as an ADU (non-permitted; buyer to verify permitting status and potential with the County of San Diego and City of Encinitas). Mature citrus and fruit trees already thrive on the terraced grounds, and a vast upper pad, along with a second tier just beyond it, offers a blank canvas for whatever you can imagine expand the orchard, plant grape vines and cultivate your own vineyard, or lay out garden beds and outdoor living space. The entire hillside can become your own private food oasis, limited only by your vision. Whether you refurbish the existing home and ADU, or start fresh with new construction, this is a rare blank canvas in one of Encinitas' most coveted hillside enclaves served by the highly regarded Encinitas Union and San Dieguito Union school districts.

293 Via Del Cerrito, Encinitas

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