Welcome to 808 Palaro Drive, a private coastal compound tucked into a quiet pocket of old-school Leucadia. Set on a rare quarter-acre lot, this 4-bedroom home offers 2,553 square feet of warmth, character, and custom woodwork. The designer interiors support both quiet moments and lively gatherings, but the true magic lies outside. Designed to be fully lived in, the property features a sun-filled front yard with garden beds and a Bali-inspired backyard complete with fire pits, a secluded spa, and an outdoor surf shower. This authentic retreat balances laid-back tranquility with versatility, featuring paid solar and a permitted, attached ADU with its own entrance—ideal for guests or rental income. Located within the top-tier San Dieguito school district, you are minutes from the iconic surf culture, local cafés, and vibrant energy of downtown Encinitas, Moonlight Beach, and Swami’s. It is the ultimate coastal lifestyle: grounded, refined, and effortlessly relaxed! Please note: Certain photos have been digitally altered using AI/virtual staging to show alternative times of day and furniture decor concepts. These enhancements are for illustrative purposes only. Physical property characteristics remain unchanged.
For sale
Listed by: Compass • Kevin Roche • Contact: 858-755-6060
$2,995,000
808 Palaro Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024
4beds
2,553sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1973
0 Square Feet Lot
$2,890,100 Zestimate®
$1,173/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 37 days |
- 1,425 |
- 94 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kevin Roche DRE #02126855 Kevin.roche@compass.com,
Compass,
Ryan Stafford DRE #01938735 760-807-1514,
Luxury RE Specialist, Inc.
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NDP2605031
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Bedroom, Den
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Bedroom on Main Level
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,553 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage - Attached, Carport
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Carport spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 4
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: west side ground floor
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 0 Square Feet
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 2541627100
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Suburban
Location
- Region: Encinitas
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,173/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,334,669
- Annual tax amount: $15,139
- Date on market: 5/26/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 37 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$2,890,100
$2.75M - $3.03M
$6,916/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,995,000+160.4%$1,173/sqft |
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| 1/11/2026 | Listing removed | $7,750$3/sqft |
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| 12/29/2025 | Listed for rent | $7,750$3/sqft |
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| 8/18/2016 | Sold | $1,150,000+406.6%$450/sqft |
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| 7/9/1996 | Sold | $227,000+1403.3%$89/sqft |
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| 5/23/1996 | Sold | $15,100$6/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,139 +4.1% | $1,334,669 +2% |
| 2024 | $14,547 +2.8% | $1,308,500 +2% |
| 2023 | $14,153 +2.3% | $1,282,844 +2% |
| 2022 | $13,828 +1.6% | $1,257,691 +2% |
| 2021 | $13,611 +1.6% | $1,233,031 +1% |
| 2020 | $13,403 +6.5% | $1,220,389 +2% |
| 2019 | $12,588 -2.9% | $1,196,460 +2% |
| 2018 | $12,964 +1.8% | $1,173,000 +2% |
| 2017 | $12,736 +171.5% | $1,150,000 +191.3% |
| 2016 | $4,691 +2.5% | $394,795 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,575 +3.5% | $388,865 +2.8% |
| 2014 | $4,420 | $378,248 +2.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $368,576 +2.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $359,389 +2.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $349,403 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $346,792 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $347,617 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $340,802 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $334,121 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $327,570 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $321,148 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $314,852 +5.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $299,265 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $293,398 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $287,646 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92024
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Capri Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Diegueno Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 3.4 mi
- 9/10La Costa Canyon High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.7 mi
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