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Perfectly nestled along the ocean’s edge in the heart of Encinitas, this legacy coastal residence is offered for the first time on the market. Spanning 2,531 square feet with four bedrooms and three and a half baths, the seaside retreat is filled with natural light and enhanced by panoramic Pacific-facing exposure that frames sweeping ocean views. Every moment unfolds like a living canvas, from surfers gliding across the waves to the sky’s breathtaking transformation at sunset. The oceanfront backyard transcends outdoor living, offering a serene retreat for both entertaining and peaceful solitude, where ocean breezes and the rhythmic sounds of the Pacific set a tone of effortless calm. Just steps from world-class surf spots and beaches, and within walking distance to Encinitas’ best restaurants, shops, and everything the iconic Highway 101 has to offer, this oceanfront haven offers an unbeatable location. The property also features a two-car garage, plenty of storage and additional driveway parking. A truly rare opportunity, this coastal home captures timeless appeal and invites a life defined by the very best of Encinitas.
| Address |
538 4th St
Encinitas, CA 92024 |
| Listing Status | Active |
| Asking Price | $5,950,000 |
| Original Listing | $6,500,000 @ 2026-01-22 |
| Square Footage | 2531 sf |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Full Bathrooms | 3 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Directions | Cross Street: W E St, W D St. |
| Market Area | 92024 - Encinitas |
| Neighborhood | Moonlight Beach |
| Complex | Encinitas |
| School District | Not Listed |
| Age Restriction | 0 |
| Property Type | |
| Mello-Roos Fee | $0 |
| HOA Fee | $0 |
| County | San Diego |
| Assessor Parcel# | 2580734401 |
| Geographic Areas |
Community College District: Mira Costa CC High School: Canyon Crest Academy |
| Highway Locator |
West of I-15 West of I-5 South of SR-78 |
| Ocean Distance | 0.0 miles |
| Style | Condominium |
| Material | Not Listed |
| Lot Size | ~ 10,616 sf |
| Fencing | Not Listed |
| Topography | Not Listed |
| Roof | See Remarks |
| Swimming Pool | None |
| Parking |
Garage
Direct Garage Access
Garage Faces Front
Driveway
Total Spaces: 4
Garage Spaces: 2
Non-Garage Spaces:
0 -
2.00
|
| View | Coastline, Ocean, Water, Panoramic |
| Year Built | 1992 |
| Laundry Location | Gas Dryer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup,Upper Level |
| Elevator | Not Listed |
| Cooling | None |
| Heating | Natural Gas, Forced Air |
| Fireplaces | Primary Bedroom,Living Room (1) |
| Additional Parcels | No |
| Appliances | Yes |
| Assessments | No |
| Association | No |
| Association Fee 2 | 0 |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 0 |
| Carport Spaces | 0 |
| Cooling | No |
| Eating Area | Area |
| Heating | Yes |
| Land Lease | No |
| Laundry | Yes |
| Levels | Multi/Split |
| Living Area Source | Assessor |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 0 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 0 |
| New Construction | No |
| Number Of Units Total | 0 |
| Number Remotes | 0 |
| Parking | Yes |
| Patio | No |
| Pool Private | No |
| Property Attached | No |
| Sprinklers | No |
| View | Yes |
| Well Depth | 0 |
| Well Gallons Per Minute | 0 |
| Well Pump Horsepower | 0 |
| Well Report | No |
| Platform | CRMLS |
| AOR | San Diego |
| MLS Number | 260001652SD |
| Courtesy of | Compass |
| Listing Agent | Eric Iantorno & Pilar Meza |
https://www.sandiegocondofinder.com/260001652SD