Tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in Cardiff, this beautiful 4-bedroom, 3-bath home sits on an oversized pie-shaped lot with a tropical backyard oasis. The lava rock pool and spa feature a built-in table and chairs, complemented by a cozy fire-pit. A custom addition offers soaring ceilings and pocket doors for seamless indoor-outdoor living. Enjoy surround sound throughout the home, a chef’s kitchen with African mahogany, top-tier appliances, and built-in cherry cutting board. With a master retreat, paid solar, 3-car garage, and just a mile to the beach—this home is a must see!
Sold for $2,700,000
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$2,700,000
1248 Avocet Ct, Cardiff, CA 92007
4beds
3,582sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1980
0.6 Acres Lot
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$754/sqft
$7,258 Estimated rent
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Tropical backyard oasisSurround soundQuiet cul-de-sacAfrican mahoganyOversized pie-shaped lotPocket doorsSoaring ceilings
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Listed by:
Tim Van Damm DRE #02011614 858-663-0911,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties,
Charlie Cairncross DRE #02179795 858-922-1494,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with:
Jessica Speciale, DRE #02082038
Define Real Estate
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 250040494
Originating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTOR
Originating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTORFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air Unit
Cooling
- Central Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Washer, Other/Remarks, 6 Burner Stove, Built In Range, Double Oven, Freezer, Gas Oven, Gas Stove, Range/Stove Hood, Barbecue, Counter Top, Gas Cooking
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Features
- Bar, Bathtub, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan, Dry Bar, Granite Counters, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Kitchen Island, Open Floor Plan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled Kitchen, Shower, Shower in Tub, Stone Counters, Storage Space, Two Story Ceilings, Kitchen Open to Family Rm
- Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: FP in Family Room, FP in Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,582
- Total interior livable area: 3,582 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Direct Garage Access
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: 2 Story
- Patio & porch: Brick, Covered, Deck, Concrete, Patio, Patio Open, Porch, Porch - Front, Wrap Around, Wood
- Pool features: Below Ground, Private, See Remarks, Waterfall
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Private Below Ground, Private w/Pool, Private
- Fencing: Partial,Wrought Iron,Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.60 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 2612432500
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Tile/Clay
Condition
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Meter on Property
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Cardiff
- Subdivision: CARDIFF BY THE SEA
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/19/2025 | Sold | $2,700,000-3.4%$754/sqft |
Source:  SDMLS #250040494 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2025 | Pending sale | $2,795,000$780/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #250040494 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,795,000-6.8%$780/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #250040494 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2025 | Listing removed | $3,000,000$838/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #250032347 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2025 | Price change | $3,000,000-6.1%$838/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #250032347 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,195,000+312.3%$892/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #250032347 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2002 | Sold | $775,000$216/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,190 -0.5% | $1,199,057 +2% |
| 2024 | $14,254 +2.3% | $1,175,547 +2% |
| 2023 | $13,936 +0.3% | $1,152,498 +2% |
| 2022 | $13,894 +4.7% | $1,129,901 +2% |
| 2021 | $13,276 -0.7% | $1,107,747 +1% |
| 2020 | $13,366 +13.6% | $1,096,390 +2% |
| 2019 | $11,761 -7.4% | $1,074,893 +2% |
| 2018 | $12,694 +0.2% | $1,053,818 +2% |
| 2017 | $12,674 +5.9% | $1,033,156 +2% |
| 2016 | $11,970 +2.2% | $1,012,899 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $11,709 +2.4% | $997,686 +2% |
| 2014 | $11,432 | $978,144 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $973,725 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $954,634 +3.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $924,361 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $917,453 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $919,633 +7.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $854,543 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $837,788 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $821,361 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $805,257 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $789,469 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $775,000 +52.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $507,978 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $498,019 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Cardiff
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Ada W. Harris Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-6Distance: 1.1 mi
- 7/10Oak Crest Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 9/10La Costa Canyon High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.2 mi
- California
- San Diego County
- Encinitas
- 92007
- Cardiff
- 1248 Avocet Ct
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