Located just one mile from the Pacific Ocean, this beautifully updated single-story twin home combines modern comforts with laid-back beach living—all with no HOA fees! Step inside to discover a light-filled, open-concept design featuring southwestern exposure that fills the home with natural sunlight. The kitchen shines with granite countertops, a spacious breakfast bar, and seamless flow into the living area—perfect for entertaining or simply relaxing. This home offers four bedrooms and two bathrooms. Both bathrooms have been thoughtfully updated with elegant stone finishes. Step outside to a fully fenced, low-maintenance yard. A versatile work shed adds extra storage. Whether you're searching for your first home, a forever retreat, or a vacation rental, this home offers endless possibilities. With its unbeatable location near top-rated schools, shopping, dining, and easy freeway access, you'll enjoy all the best of Cardiff-by-the-Sea. All square footage measurements are approximate and should be independently verified by the buyer. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Sold for $1,175,000
Listing Provided by: Compass
Bought with: Compass
$1,175,000
1253 Orkney Ln, Cardiff, CA 92007
4beds
1,268sqft
Condominium
Built in 1967
-- sqft lot
$1,181,400 Zestimate®
$927/sqft
$5,834 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,181,400
$1.09M - $1.29M
$5,834/mo
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Fully fenced low-maintenance yardLight-filled open-concept designModern comfortsGranite countertopsTwo bathroomsFour bedroomsSouthwestern exposure
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Listing Provided by:
David Belbel DRE #02105766 david.belbel@compass.com,
Compass
Bought with:
Greg Lenac, DRE #02052065
Compass
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NDP2501123
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- All Bedrooms Down
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: 1 Common Wall
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,268 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: front door
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 3,100 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 2605902402
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Year built: 1967
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Gutter(s)
Location
- Region: Cardiff
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/1/2025 | Sold | $1,175,000-2.1%$927/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #NDP2501123 Report a problem | ||
| 2/14/2025 | Pending sale | $1,200,000$946/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #NDP2501123 Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+152.1%$946/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #NDP2501123 Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2015 | Sold | $476,000+13.7%$375/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2015 | Sold | $418,568+23.1%$330/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/9/2004 | Sold | $340,000$268/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,737 -0.6% | $599,109 +2% |
| 2024 | $6,781 +1.9% | $587,362 +2% |
| 2023 | $6,654 +1.8% | $575,846 +2% |
| 2022 | $6,535 +2.4% | $564,556 +2% |
| 2021 | $6,382 -2.6% | $553,488 +1% |
| 2020 | $6,549 +12.2% | $547,813 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,838 -7.5% | $537,073 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,313 +6.7% | $526,544 +6.7% |
| 2017 | $5,914 +5.9% | $493,520 +3.7% |
| 2016 | $5,584 +52.6% | $476,000 +58.7% |
| 2015 | $3,658 +5.4% | $300,000 +3.4% |
| 2014 | $3,471 | $290,000 +45% |
| 2013 | -- | $200,000 -11.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $226,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $226,000 -24.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $300,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $300,000 -18.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $368,025 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $360,810 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $353,736 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $346,800 +175.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $126,001 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $123,693 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $121,269 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $118,892 |
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Neighborhood: Cardiff
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Ada W. Harris Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Oak Crest Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 9/10La Costa Canyon High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.9 mi
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- California
- San Diego County
- Encinitas
- 92007
- Cardiff
- 1253 Orkney Ln
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