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    $1,403,600

    1040 Gardena Rd, Encinitas, CA 92024

    2beds
    850sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in ----
    -- sqft lot
    $1,403,600 Zestimate®
    $1,651/sqft
    $3,721 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,403,600

    $1.28M - $1.54M

    $3,721/mo

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    What's special

    Garden spaceEstablished fruit treesModern finishesAbundant natural lightMature tropical landscapingFlowering plumeriasMultiple fenced outdoor areas

    Welcome home to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath Encinitas cottage offering the indoor/outdoor lifestyle that makes coastal North County so special. Bright and inviting, the home features an open living and kitchen area with white shaker cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances, a large peninsula with bar seating, modern finishes, tile and luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring throughout, and abundant natural light. Two comfortable bedrooms, a full bath, separate laundry/storage area with washer and dryer hookups, and off-street parking complete the home. What really sets this property apart is the outdoor space. Enjoy multiple fenced outdoor areas surrounded by mature tropical landscaping, including flowering plumerias and established fruit trees. A large decomposed-granite patio beneath the canopy of a mature lime tree provides a wonderful setting for outdoor dining, entertaining, or relaxing around a fire pit. There is also garden space for anyone who enjoys gardening or simply wants room to enjoy the Southern California sunshine. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood less than a mile from Swami's Beach, with easy access to downtown Encinitas, restaurants, shopping, beaches, and Coast Highway. Monthly rent includes water, trash, gardener, gas, and electricity for normal residential use, making monthly expenses simple and predictable. PROPERTY FEATURES: 2 bedrooms / 1 bathroom Approximately 850 sq. ft. Tile and luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring no carpet Updated kitchen with stainless-steel appliances Large kitchen peninsula with bar seating Fenced outdoor spaces Large decomposed-granite outdoor dining/entertaining patio Mature lime tree and flowering plumerias Additional fruit trees including orange, apple, and blackberry Garden space Separate laundry/storage area with washer & dryer hookups Off-street parking Water, trash, gardener, gas & electricity included* Pet friendly $50/month per pet Less than 1 mile from Swami's Beach $4,195/month A unique opportunity for someone looking for more than an apartment a comfortable coastal cottage with its own outdoor spaces and room to enjoy the Encinitas lifestyle. *Gas and electricity included for normal residential household use. Additional terms regarding extraordinary/high-consumption electrical use will be addressed in the lease. 12-month lease. One off-street parking space included. Water, trash, gardener, gas and electricity for normal residential household use are included in the monthly rent. Tenant responsible for internet/cable and other optional services. Pets considered upon landlord approval with an additional $50/month pet rent per pet. No smoking/vaping on property. Security deposit and renter's insurance required. Additional lease terms apply regarding excessive or extraordinary utility usage.

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Wall Furnace
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave Oven, Oven, Refrigerator
    • Laundry: Hookups
    Features
    • Storage
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 850 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Off Street
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Exterior features: Storage
    Details
    • Additional structures: Storage
    • Parcel number: 2582724700

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence

    Utilities & green energy

    • Utilities for property: Electricity, Garbage, Gas, Water

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Deposit fee: $4,195
    Location
    • Region: Encinitas

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $1,651/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $802,944
    • Date on market: 10/13/2026
    • Date available: 11/01/2026
    • Lease term: 1 Year

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/18/2026Listing removed$4,195$5/sqft
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    10/13/2026Listed for rent$4,195+52.5%$5/sqft
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    3/24/2021Listing removed--
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    4/22/2020Listing removed$2,750$3/sqft
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    4/13/2020Listed for rent$2,750$3/sqft
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    7/11/2014Sold$655,000+59.8%$771/sqft
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    1/25/2012Sold$410,000-15.6%$482/sqft
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    7/22/2011Sold$486,000-24.7%$572/sqft
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    6/29/2004Sold$645,000+186.7%$759/sqft
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    10/31/2003Sold$225,000+12.5%$265/sqft
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    6/30/1998Sold$200,000$235/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2026-- $802,944 +2%
    2025$9,030 +3.6%$787,201 +2%
    2024$8,714 +2.4%$771,767 +2%
    2023$8,506 +2.8%$756,636 +2%
    2022$8,272 +0.1%$741,801 +2%
    2021$8,264 +0.4%$727,257 +1%
    2020$8,232 +11.3%$719,800 +2%
    2019$7,394 -6.4%$705,687 +2%
    2018$7,896 +2.3%$691,851 +2%
    2017$7,721 +4.1%$678,287 +2%
    2016$7,419 +1.1%$664,988 +1.5%
    2015$7,338 +50.3%$655,000 +55.9%
    2014$4,883 $420,098 +0.5%
    2013-- $418,200 +2%
    2012-- $410,000 -36.4%
    2011-- $645,000
    2010-- $645,000
    2009-- $645,000 -7.6%
    2008-- $698,166 +2%
    2007-- $684,478 +2%
    2006-- $671,058 +2%
    2005-- $657,900 +19.6%
    2004-- $550,000 +149.4%
    2003-- $220,494 +2%
    2002-- $216,171 +2%
    2001-- $211,933
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    Neighborhood: 92024

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