The vibe: Secret Garden. Uncover a parklike backyard on over a third of an acre at this peaceful 3BR, 3BA retreat w/ fresh, modern ambiance. Neatly tucked onto a cul-de-sac, the house is updated w/European white oak floors & Quartzite countertops. The serene landscape punctuates interiors w/greenery & light while the floor plan opens onto a patio & fireplace. Kick back. Entertain. Upstairs, the primary suite has a cedar walk-in closet. Easy access to beaches, Leucadia, Fox Point & hiking trails.
Sold for $2,625,000
$2,625,000
1229 Swallowtail Ct, Encinitas, CA 92024
3beds
2,485sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1988
0.34 Acres Lot
$2,652,200 Zestimate®
$1,056/sqft
$7,619 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,652,200
$2.44M - $2.89M
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Gas fireplaceParklike backyardUpscale finishesQuartzite countertopsSerene landscapeVaulted ceilings
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Listed by:
Rande Turner DRE #00857729 858-945-8896,
Pacific Sotheby's International Realty,
Gillian Flynn DRE #02240805 858-203-5213,
Pacific Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with:
Kelli Miller, DRE #01840131
Compass
Scott Woodruff, DRE #02101109
Compass
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 250022840
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Originating MLS: SDMLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air Unit
Cooling
- Central Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Washer, 6 Burner Stove, Freezer, Ice Maker, Counter Top, Gas Cooking
- Laundry: Electric, Gas
Features
- Bathtub
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: FP in Living Room, Patio/Outdoors
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,485
- Total interior livable area: 2,485 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: 2 Story
- Patio & porch: Slab
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Parklike
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: N/K
- Parcel number: 2545735000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood/Stucco
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Meter on Property
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: ENCINITAS
HOA
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance
- HOA fee: $79 monthly
- HOA name: Quail Gardens HOA
Location
- Region: Encinitas
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,056/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,865,240
- Annual tax amount: $31,517
- Date on market: 3/28/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2025 | Sold | $2,625,000-6.1%$1,056/sqft |
Source:  SDMLS #250022840 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2025 | Pending sale | $2,795,000$1,125/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #250022840 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2025 | Price change | $2,795,000-5.3%$1,125/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #250022840 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,950,000+9.3%$1,187/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #250022840 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2022 | Sold | $2,700,000+1.9%$1,087/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2022 | Pending sale | $2,650,000$1,066/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #NDP2203465 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $31,517 +6.5% | $2,865,240 +4.7% |
| 2024 | $29,585 +10.7% | $2,736,000 +10.4% |
| 2023 | $26,720 +547.3% | $2,479,000 +612.6% |
| 2022 | $4,128 +2.1% | $347,903 +2% |
| 2021 | $4,042 +2% | $341,082 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,962 +15.6% | $337,586 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,428 -10.4% | $330,968 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,828 +1.7% | $324,479 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,764 +3% | $318,118 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,654 +2.2% | $311,881 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,576 +2.7% | $307,198 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,482 | $301,181 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $299,820 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $293,942 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $288,180 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $286,027 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $286,707 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $281,086 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $275,576 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $270,173 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $264,876 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $259,684 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $254,925 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $249,927 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $245,027 |
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Neighborhood: 92024
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