Encinitas Homes for Sale

One of the most popular communities in North County San Diego is the laidback beach town of Encinitas. With six miles of coastline and many great neighborhoods to explore, Encinitas should be a top choice for your next home.

Living in Encinitas

Encinitas is generally divided into three large communities: Old Encinitas, Leucadia, and Olivenhain. Each of these communities brings something a little bit different to the table, but all encapsulate the best of San Diego beach living. Many people who live in Encinitas love to surf, swim, or generally spend time at the beach. With the sand just a short walk or drive away, it’s no wonder so many people choose to settle in this area.

Love spending time outside, but want a change of scenery from the beach? Encinitas has many great public parks, walking trails, and horse stables in the area. Many residents enjoy walking the gardens at the Self-Realization Fellowship Temple near the ocean.

Encinitas has a thriving business community that is well-supported by those who live in the area. Of particular note, residents enjoy access to tons of local restaurants and cafes. From upscale dining to fast-casual to vegan and vegetarian options, you’ll have an endless amount of options in your new backyard.

Encinitas also has excellent public schools. Many families choose this area on the strength of the schools in the area. There are also private and charter school options as well.

Encinitas Real Estate

Homes in Encinitas tend to go fast! This community is home to some of the most desirable real estate in all of San Diego. From first-time homebuyers to luxury homes, Encinitas has something for everyone.

As of September 2021, the median price for a single-family home in Encinitas is $1,589,625. For condos, the median price is about $790,000.

Things to Do in Encinitas

There’s no shortage of things to do in this coastal town! Keep reading to see a selection of some of our favorite activities in Encinitas.

Stroll & Shop the 101

Highway 101 runs through Old Encinitas and the downtown area is packed with shops, boutiques, restaurants, bars, and more. While you explore everything that Encinitas has to offer, it’s not uncommon to run into people you know!

Moonlight Beach

Named one of the best beaches in San Diego for a reason - Moonlight Beach is simply beautiful! It’s a wide, sandy beach that is popular with families. Whether you want to hunt for shells or get a tan, there’s plenty to love about Moonlight Beach.

Self-Realization Fellowship Temple

As we mentioned above, the Self-Realization Fellowship Temple is home to beautiful and tranquil gardens you can explore solo or with a friend. Located on the cliffs near the ocean, the Temple is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Encinitas.

San Diego Botanic Garden

For even more botanical beauty, head to the San Diego Botanic Garden! Comprised of 37 acres, the Gardens are the perfect place to spend a lazy Saturday afternoon. It’s also home to the West Coast’s largest children’s garden.

With perfect weather year-round, there are many annual events in the community as well. Feel free to reach out to us to learn more about living in Encinitas!

Encinitas Real Estate For Sale

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Newest Encinitas Homes for Sale

$1,399,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ PW23032566 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

The search is over. This is the one you've been waiting for! In one of the most desirable neighborhoods in San Diego county, this beautiful and spacious home sits on a large and perfectly manicured lot and offers the floor plan of your dreams. A large kitchen, two living areas and a back yard that was made for entertaining plus soaring cathedral ceilings, custom built-ins and plantation shutters. Location is everything and this gem sits directly across from Sun Vista Park and is walking distance to some of the best schools around. Amazing community with pickelball, tennis and basketball courts, low HOA and no Mello-Roos. Close to legendary beaches and a plethora of great restaurants and shops. Don't let this one slip through your fingers!

2040 Avenida La Posta, Encinitas

$1,670,900

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 230005076 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ East Cove Cottages BLDG.

New Construction in Encinitas! This Farmhouse-style cottage is a great design for a family or someone wanting a home office/home gym. Guest bedroom downstairs with full-bath adjacent. Upstairs find a loft separating two secondary bedrms from primary bedroom, a large laundry room with sink & storage, and a double linen cabinet. Two walk-in-closets in primary bed & bath! Interior is highly upgraded with all finishes selected by our Design team, including quartz countertops, upgraded backsplashes, pendant & vanity lights, plumbing & cabinet hardware, engineered wood flooring and beautiful bathroom & laundry room tiles. Features Bertazzoni SS appliances (gas range, dishwasher, microwave, hood vent, refrigerator), private landscaped & fenced yard, attached 2-car garage. Solar included and paid for! 9' ceilings throughout. Keypad entry, smart house features. Living & kitchen area faces south-west, so it's sunny & bright! Only 1.2 miles from the beach and all the fantastic living that Encinitas has to offer.

1204 East Cove Place, Encinitas

$1,534,900

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 230005072 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ East Cove Cottages BLDG.

New Construction in Encinitas! This charming, Spanish-style home includes designer-selected finishes, featuring split-finish quartz countertops & cabinetry with upgraded hardware, coordinated with plumbing fixtures & pendant lights (above the kitchen island), beautiful backsplash, Bertazzoni SS appliances. Bathrooms are exquisite including upgraded tile on floors and in shower/tub area, framed mirrors and a large walk-in-closet in primary bathroom. All flooring is upgraded and includes engineered wood, tile & carpet. Solar is included and paid! This home features a fantastic, fully fenced yard that wraps around the front, making a private, gated front courtyard with beautiful landscaping. Stubbed for your gas grill! Attached 2-car garage. 9' ceilings throughout. Keypad entry, smart house features. Only 1.2 miles from the beach and all the fantastic living that Encinitas has to offer.

1156 East Cove Place, Encinitas

$1,100,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 230005026 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

This freshly painted single level, 2 bed/2 bath, twin home with skylights and vaulted ceilings is ready to welcome you home! The large primary bedroom is complete with a walk-in closet and doors that open to the private backyard with fresh green landscaping and the possibility to expand. This property is located in the highly sought after community of Pacific Serena, with ZERO HOA fees and is located just minutes from Moonlight beach and the heart of Encinitas. Enjoy endless eateries and boutique shopping.

244 Rosebay Dr, Encinitas

$749,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ PTP2301276 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Village Park BLDG.

Charming 2 bedroom 1.5 bath townhouse nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac street in the Encinitas community. This home has many desirable features including: Granite kitchen counters, Spanish terracotta tile flooring, redone covered concrete patio, dual pane windows and door, single car garage w/ washer & dryer hookups, smooth ceilings, vinyl fence w/ rear gate access and updated bathroom w/ Bath Fitter tub/shower. This home is in an HOA that offers pickleball & tennis courts, large community pool w/ diving board, play ground & community center. Don't miss your opportunity on this lovely home just 3 blocks from elementary school, .4 miles from middle school and 4 miles from the beach!

2045 Willowood Lane, Encinitas

$4,899,000

5 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ ND23042579 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Experience a remarkable combination of luxury and coastal living in this charming yet expansive, custom estate! Ocean views encompass nearly every room. Enjoy this dream location, privacy and an abundance of amenities. Equipped with five spacious en suite bedrooms. The secluded primary suite benefits from a cozy fireplace, large spa bathroom and ocean view balcony. The executive office is conveniently located alongside the primary wing. Enjoy countless sunsets and ocean breezes from the amazing rooftop deck, alfresco dining space and other entertaining areas. Completed with an attractive movie theater, large fitness center, library nook and 2-story detached guest house with an adorable kitchen. Tastefully renovated with a sophisticated selection of high-end finishes; newly installed solar and HVAC systems provide excellent energy efficiency. With over 7,000 square feet of custom quality and impeccable design, this modern Mediterranean villa is everything!

519 Samuel Court, Encinitas

$2,650,000

NDP2301867 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Incredible WEST OF 101 income opportunity. One of the very last parcels of land left that is this close to the ocean! This duplex is adjacent to two additional parcels with duplexes on each lot, which are also for sale. All units have been tastefully updated. The development potential is huge if all three R-11 zoned lots were purchased to total 30,195 sq ft (west lot is 12,218, middle 8,987, and east 8,990). See attached density bonus layout for 9 new single family homes, SB 9 potential as well. All units are currently being utilized as short term rentals. Easy walk or bike to the best surf breaks, cafes, restaurants, and shops that Leucadia has to offer!

158 Jason Street, Encinitas

$1,150,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ NDP2301860 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Welcome to 257 Rosebay Dr - a charming, move-in ready 2 bedroom, Office, Livingroom, Family room, home with endless possibilities! Boasting 1067 square feet, this home has a great layout and is larger than most homes in the neighborhood. The nice sized backyard is perfect for outdoor gatherings and features mature fruit trees, grape vines, and a work shed. This home is perfect for a small family looking for a world-class school district, a young professional who wants to live the Encinitas lifestyle, retired couple looking to downsize, perfect short-term rental or vacation home, or a young couple looking to live near the beach. Located just over a mile from the beach, you can enjoy all the perks of coastal living, including dining, entertainment, and shopping, without sacrificing convenience. The freeway is also nearby, making commuting a breeze. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to own a home in the desirable Encinitas area.

257 Rosebay Drive, Encinitas

$1,600,000

OC23039918 MLS ⋅ COMING SOON Status

A prime opportunity to build your own home or duplex close to the beach with possible ocean views! Located in desirable Encinitas, and just down the street from popular Moonlight Beach and the downtown area. The property's size, zoning, and location make it a rare find. Utilities are located in the alley behind the property. Currently there is a small boarded up building on the property that recently had major fire damage. Buyer to verify all potential uses with the city of Encinitas.

107 3rd, Encinitas

$2,399,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ NDP2301714 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Unique opportunity to own this charming Leucadia single story, 3-bedroom 2 bath home West of I-5 on an incredible 15,000 sq. ft. lot. Original owners built this home and have lovingly maintained every aspect of it for nearly 60 years. Secluded on a small private off-shoot cul-de-sac the location offers a peaceful, serene setting with no through traffic. The property has great curb appeal with extra wide frontage, used brick walkways and space for potential RV parking. Cozy living room with used brick fireplace & a huge skylight make it light and bright. Master has a sliding door to the large back patio and a newly renovated bath. A 200 sq. ft. patio room was added off the kitchen which provides the perfect indoor/ outdoor living for those warm summer days. This large level parcel offers the perfect opportunity to remodel or expand to create your dream home. Per city, there is the ability to add (2) ADUs (accessory dwelling units) to the property. Persimmon, fig, lemon, orange, tangerine and multiple avocado trees supply an abundance of produce/family fruit. Recently new vinyl fencing was installed on each side of the house. On one of the most sought-after streets this property is only minutes to great restaurants, bars, shopping and is walking distance to the beautiful blue Pacific and Beacons State Beach. Located in award winning Encinitas Union and San Dieguito Union High School Districts.

1163 Hymettus Avenue, Encinitas

$3,999,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 230004382 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Amazing opportunity to purchase a fully completed architecturally significant home, built on one of the last remaining vacant parcels West of the 5, without the years of approvals and construction! This brand-new home with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms lives large with wide open common areas, vaulted ceilings throughout, numerous skylights and windows, and three 10’ bifold glass doors doubling the living space with an additional 2100sf of programed outdoor space equally designed and executed as the inside. Every detail of this home has been meticulously executed by the design and architecture team to be period correct and respect all the natural surroundings of this truly amazing neighborhood. Upon entering the home, you will be greeted by the stone fireplace that continues outside the home with a view from the upper sidelights and throughout the home you will find a European white oak herringbone floor that draws your eye from room to room. Centered in the home is an oversized culinary kitchen with 4 skylights that features Japanese Rift Oak kitchen cabinets and floating shelves with Mont Blanc honed counters, Dacor appliance package, and imbedded LED lighting. The primary suite includes a spa retreat inspired bathroom with full slab Calcutta shower walls, freestanding tub, rift oak vanity with matching slab counters, and a dreamy custom closet built-in system in a soft gray. The 3 additional guest bedrooms and 2 bathrooms each have detailed features and finishes you must see in person.

1327 Eolus Ave, Encinitas

$1,400,000

SW23038416 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Amazing Flag Lot Land with 1.52 acres in the highly desirable City of Encinitas. Across from Encinitas Country Day School, Beaches and Lagoon. This property has so much potential with the upper part of the lot having gorgeous views of the San Elijo Lagoon.

Manchester, Encinitas

$710,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ NDP2301656 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Located in the Highly desirable 55+ community of High Country Villas! Enjoy coastal breezes on the spacious front patio or relax on the back patio & watch the hot air balloons! Location, location! This unit has it overlooking the 9 hole golf course. Walking distance to the club house, pool, golfing and pickleball. This 2 bd/2ba unit offers two spacious patios and YES, even a 1 car detached garage with ample visitor parking nearby! Investment opportunity- current tenants in lease until 12/31/2023 or buy now for later move in date! This 55+ community offers active coastal lifestyle, take part in one of the many activities offered Pickleball, 9 Hole Golf Course, Putting and Chipping Green, Bocce Ball, monthly Happy Hours, movie nights, the list goes on and on! And only approx 3 miles to the beach!

1607 Abington Lane, Encinitas

$1,449,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 230004229 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Flair Encinitas BLDG.

Renovation just being completed and ready for a new owner to call home. They will love this 4-bedroom home in the much sought after,gated community of Flair Encinitas. Just steps away from the community Tennis courts and swimming pool. Here is an opportunity to own a newly renovated , move-in ready home located in the most popular beach town of Encinitas and in close proximity to shopping and Restaurants galore. Trust me your client will not be dissapointed and will love to call this their new home.

1510 Tennis Match Way, Encinitas

$1,899,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 230004143 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

GORGEOUS VIEWS, Professionally landscaped, POOL home! Located perfectly on large single loaded Cul-de-sac lot in highly sought in Coastal Encinitas! Enjoy Enchanting peaceful evenings from your backyard around the oversized fire-pit, and beautiful sunrises from the East in the morning over the valleys and mountains.**Private Backyard with Pebbletec POOL & JACUZZI with waterfall, built-in BBQ with rotisserie, landscaping lighting, pool solar, & play areas with artificial grass on both sides of the home. Flagstone & stamped concrete patios and walkways, New wrought iron fencing and freshly painted block walls* Vaulted Ceilings, Remodeled Kitchen with custom cabinetry with pull outs, gorgeous granite counters, tons of storage, under counter lighting, Stainless Steel appliances- WOLF and SUBZERO and Thermador. Large island with breakfast room, New paint throughout, New carpet and Italian tile floors. Primary suite offers gorgeous views, oversized bathroom separate tub and shower and 3 closets. Plantation shutters throughout, gas fireplace, Garage offers built-in cabinetry and tons of overhead storage, Recessed lighting w/dimmers and ceiling fans throughout, New lighting in the bathrooms, Security system, Bose sound, New door knobs and towel racks, 3 miles to the beach, New AC, New furnace, New Hot water heater.**Great Neighborhood with Com Pool, Parks and Tennis Courts** Encinitas Union Schools, Walk to Dining, shopping and More. Quick stroll to the Beach and minutes to San Diegos Award winning schools! Plenty of space for a Home Office too!

445 Via Savoy, Encinitas

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