Major Price Improvement for a turn key, Del Mar stunner! Experience the best of the Del Mar coastal lifestyle in this beautifully upgraded townhome, ideally located in the highly sought-after Spindrift community. From your front door, stroll along a sandy back path to Flower Hill Promenade, where you'll find Whole Foods, restaurants, boutiques, yoga and pilates studios. The iconic Del Mar Racetrack is just one block away, while Del Mar's beaches, Dog Beach, Powerhouse Park, Jake's Del Mar, downtown restaurants and beach volleyball are all within minutes. Designed for easy beach living, the home includes an oversized 1.5-car garage with plenty of room for surfboards, e-bikes, beach gear, and extra storage. Inside, hardwood floors and abundant natural light create a bright, inviting open-concept living and dining area anchored by a cozy fireplace. The remodeled kitchen features custom soft-close cabinetry, quartz countertops, a marble tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, accent lighting, and a built-in wine rack. A large sliding glass door opens to a private deck overlooking the San Dieguito River, where you can enjoy peaceful water views, cool coastal breezes, all while barbecuing after a beach day. Upstairs, you'll find two spacious bedrooms, including a generous primary suite with an updated bathroom featuring quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and a deep soaking tub. Both bedrooms include ClosetMaid custom closet organizers and additional upgrades throughout the home include custom window coverings, dual-pane windows, central air conditioning and heat, copper piping, Nest thermostat, an interior laundry room with extra storage, epoxy garage flooring, and an additional parking space. Spindrift is known for its lush, park-like setting with expansive greenbelts, multiple pools and spas, and ocean-view common areas. The HOA covers water, trash, exterior maintenance including the roof and deck, and beautifully maintained landscaping. Located within the award-winning Solana Beach School District, including Skyline Elementary, Earl Warren Middle School and Torrey Pines High School, this move-in ready home offers one of Del Mar's most convenient and desirable locations. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, second home, or lock-and-leave coastal retreat, this is an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the very best of beach living.
For sale
Listed by: eXp Realty of Southern CA • Cynthia Macango • Contact: 858-342-4381
Price cut: $36K (9/19)
$899,000
853 America Way, Del Mar, CA 92014
2beds
1,208sqft
Condominium
Built in 1985
-- sqft lot
$901,500 Zestimate®
$744/sqft
$773/mo HOA
What's special
- 198 days
- 1,109
- 72
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Cynthia Macango DRE #01461460 858-342-4381,
eXp Realty of Southern CA
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NDP2604971
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- All Bedrooms Up
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,208 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Entry location: front door
- Pool features: Community, Association
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
Details
- Parcel number: 2982915427
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gutter(s), Park, Storm Drain(s), Sidewalks, Pool
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Trash, Water
- HOA fee: $773 monthly
- HOA name: Spindrift
- HOA phone: 619-697-3191
Location
- Region: Del Mar
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $744/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,071,000
- Date on market: 5/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 198 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange
Estimated market value
$901,500
$856,000 - $947,000
$4,402/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/19/2026 | Price change | $899,000-3.9%$744/sqft |
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| 8/21/2026 | Price change | $935,000-4.1%$774/sqft |
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| 8/5/2026 | Price change | $975,000-2.4%$807/sqft |
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| 7/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $999,000$827/sqft |
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| 6/12/2026 | Listing removed | $999,000$827/sqft |
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| 5/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $999,000-2.5%$827/sqft |
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| 5/20/2026 | Listing removed | $1,025,000$849/sqft |
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| 5/2/2026 | Price change | $1,025,000-1%$849/sqft |
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| 4/10/2026 | Price change | $1,035,000-1.4%$857/sqft |
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| 3/30/2026 | Price change | $1,050,000-2.3%$869/sqft |
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| 2/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,075,000+2.4%$890/sqft |
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| 11/14/2024 | Listing removed | $3,750$3/sqft |
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| 11/9/2024 | Price change | $3,750-6.1%$3/sqft |
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| 10/29/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,995$3/sqft |
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| 9/24/2024 | Sold | $1,050,000+5.5%$869/sqft |
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| 8/26/2024 | Listed for sale | $995,000-0.3%$824/sqft |
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| 12/23/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/11/2022 | Price change | $998,000-2.6%$826/sqft |
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| 11/30/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,025,000-1.9%$849/sqft |
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| 8/28/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/9/2022 | Price change | $1,045,000-0.9%$865/sqft |
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| 7/30/2022 | Price change | $1,055,000-1.9%$873/sqft |
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| 7/25/2022 | Price change | $1,075,000-1.8%$890/sqft |
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| 7/15/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,095,000+192%$906/sqft |
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| 4/25/2012 | Listing removed | $375,000+0.8%$310/sqft |
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| 1/13/2012 | Sold | $372,000+27.4%$308/sqft |
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| 1/13/2011 | Sold | $292,000-26.5%$242/sqft |
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| 10/5/2010 | Sold | $397,165+17.2%$329/sqft |
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| 4/2/2003 | Sold | $339,000+77.5%$281/sqft |
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| 4/15/1998 | Sold | $191,000$158/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $1,071,000 +2% |
| 2025 | $11,957 +115.8% | $1,050,000 +129.2% |
| 2024 | $5,541 +2% | $458,079 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,433 +1.5% | $449,098 +2% |
| 2022 | $5,355 +1.6% | $440,293 +2% |
| 2021 | $5,271 +0.8% | $431,660 +1% |
| 2020 | $5,230 +18.9% | $427,235 +2% |
| 2019 | $4,397 -12.7% | $418,859 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,039 +1.8% | $410,647 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,948 +5.9% | $402,596 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,673 +1.7% | $394,703 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,597 +2.1% | $388,775 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,501 | $381,160 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $379,439 +27.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $297,840 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $292,000 -23.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $380,359 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $381,264 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $373,789 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $366,461 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $359,277 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $352,234 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $345,329 +4.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $331,000 +60.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $206,443 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $202,396 |
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Neighborhood: North City
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Skyline
- High: Torrey Pines
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.







