First time on the market in over 60 years! This classic Leucadia beach house is ideally situated on the coveted north end of Neptune Avenue, one of the area's most iconic and desirable coastal streets, just two blocks from public beach staircase access. Set on a spacious 6,098-square-foot lot, the property offers a rare opportunity to create a dream coastal estate. The rear half of the lot remains largely unimproved, providing ample space for expansion or new construction offering spectacular ocean views, while preserving the charm and character of the original 1950s beach cottage. The existing home features ocean views from both the lower and upper levels, authentic knotty pine walls, ceilings, kitchen cabinets that capture the essence of vintage California beach living. The upstairs primary suite opens to a private deck with breathtaking ocean views. Recent interior and exterior painting enhances the home's appeal, making it ready to enjoy today while offering endless possibilities for the future.
For sale
Listed by: SR White and Associates
$3,650,000
1547 Neptune Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024
3beds
1,679sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$3,499,300 Zestimate®
$2,174/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 25 days |
- 1,572 |
- 52 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Steven White DRE #01925218 3106298661,
SR White and Associates
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PW26117609
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSLoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Entry/Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Separate Shower
Heating
- Fireplace(s), Wall Furnace
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside
Features
- Balcony, Bedroom on Main Level
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Vinyl
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,679 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Carport
- Carport spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Masonry,Vinyl,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 2540300500
- Special conditions: Standard,Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Drywall, Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Hiking, Water Sports
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Encinitas
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,174/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $84,954
- Annual tax amount: $1,584
- Date on market: 6/3/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 25 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Microwave, Washer & Dryer, Sheds.
Estimated market value
$3,499,300
$3.32M - $3.67M
$6,587/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,650,000$2,174/sqft |
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| 12/13/2019 | Listing removed | $4,795$3/sqft |
Source: North County Property Group Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2019 | Listed for rent | $4,795+6.6%$3/sqft |
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| 10/16/2018 | Listing removed | $4,500-9.9%$3/sqft |
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| 9/25/2018 | Price change | $4,995-9.2%$3/sqft |
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| 1/20/2018 | Listed for rent | $5,500+14.6%$3/sqft |
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| 8/22/2017 | Listing removed | $4,800$3/sqft |
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| 8/18/2017 | Listed for rent | $4,800$3/sqft |
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| 7/5/2017 | Listing removed | $4,800$3/sqft |
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| 6/16/2017 | Listed for rent | $4,800$3/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,584 +6.5% | $84,954 +2% |
| 2024 | $1,487 +5.9% | $83,290 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,404 +4.6% | $81,658 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,342 +3.9% | $80,058 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,292 +3.6% | $78,490 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,247 +54.7% | $77,686 +2% |
| 2019 | $806 -33.5% | $76,164 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,212 +1.3% | $74,672 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,196 +2.4% | $73,208 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,168 +3.8% | $71,774 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,126 +3.9% | $70,696 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,083 | $69,312 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $69,000 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $67,648 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $66,322 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $65,828 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $65,986 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $64,694 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92024
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Paul Ecke-Central Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1.3 mi
- 9/10Diegueno Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4 mi
- 9/10La Costa Canyon High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.5 mi
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