1978 Lake Dr, Cardiff, CA 92007
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1978 Lake Dr
Cardiff, CA 92007

Cardiff
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,831 sqft

$2,854,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 29, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $17,398/mo*
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$2,854,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 29, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $17,398/mo*
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4 Beds
3 Baths
2,831 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1992
Living Area
2,831 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,008

About this House

Coastal living at its finest! Nestled in the heart of Cardiff, this exceptional home offers the best of beachside living with easy access to everything that makes this town so special. Just minutes from the sand and surf, with convenient freeway access, this spacious 2800+ sf., 4-bedroom, 3-bath home is designed for comfort and style. Step inside to soaring ceilings and an abundance of natural light. The open-concept living and dining area creates a welcoming space, while the chef's kitchencomplete with a dual-sided fireplace shared with the family roomadds warmth and charm. Recent upgrades include a new Kitchen Aid double oven and dishwasher, as well as a new washer/dryer set which is scheduled for installation in March. The layout is ideal, featuring three generously sized bedrooms downstairs, while the expansive primary suite enjoys complete privacy as the only room upstairs. Enjoy the California lifestyle with a large backyard, a private gated front courtyard, and a 3-car garage. The roof was recently replaced in April 2024, providing peace of mind. Recent additions were a Culligan water softener system with a reverse osmosis tank in the kitchen. The home also features central air, fresh paint both interior and exterior, new carpet, and comes partially furnished for added convenience. The seller is open to lease terms ranging from 3 to 12 monthsdon't miss this opportunity to experience Cardiff living at its best! Price is a variable range depending on lease length. *Living room has been virtually staged.
1978 Lake Dr, Cardiff, CA 92007 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,831 sqft single-family home in Cardiff, built in 1992. It last sold for $1,100,000 on Sep 16, 2008 (9,900% above the $11,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in February 2025 with an asking price of $11,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 8, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $2,854,600, with a rent estimate of $7,525/month.

Home Details for 1978 Lake Dr

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1992
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For Details

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.00 Acres

Price History for 1978 Lake Dr

DatePriceEventSource
04/08/2025$9,500ListingRemovedCRMLS #NDP2501750
03/17/2025$9,500PriceChange
CRMLS #NDP2501750
02/24/2025$11,000Listed For RentCRMLS #NDP2501750
09/16/2008$1,100,000Sold
N/A
06/30/1994$350,000Sold
N/A
01/07/1994$330,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Encinitas

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$2.07M
$71.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.7%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$1,000
$22MoM
Available listings
158
5MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$15,568
Assessment$1,416,460
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1978 Lake Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1372 Sea Village Dr, Cardiff, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$2,100,000
08/04/25
4
2.5
2,685
2033 Bruceala Ct, Cardiff, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$3,100,000
03/03/26
4
2.5
2,984
2051 Wales Dr, Cardiff, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$3,340,000
02/18/26
4
3
2,360
1944 Park Crest Dr, Cardiff, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$2,000,000
03/25/26
3
2.5
1,789
1110 Sea Village Dr, Cardiff, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$2,925,000
05/14/26
5
3
2,262
2311 Lagoon View Dr, Cardiff, CA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$2,100,000
10/22/25
4
3
2,613
2021 Bruceala Ct, Cardiff, CA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$2,350,000
03/11/26
3
2
1,897
1001 Hurstdale Ave, Cardiff, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$1,800,000
10/03/25
3
2
1,551
1219 Avocet Ct, Cardiff, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$2,750,000
01/09/26
4
3
3,099
1007 Genie Ln, Cardiff, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,770,000
01/05/26
3
2
1,551

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Neighborhood Overview

Cardiff
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What Locals Say about Cardiff

At least 56 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 90 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 88 % Say car is needed

  • 79 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 73 % Say parking is easy

  • 67 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 67 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 67 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 66 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 63 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 59 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 57 % Say there's wildlife

  • 52 % Say there are community events

  • 49 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 48 % Say it's quiet

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    "Great area and great schools. Some great parks and close to the beach. Great for being outside but the hills and lack of sidewalks in areas makes it less walkable than other areas. Package theft does happen and people don’t clean up after their pets well. The rent is also really high around here. "
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    "Cardiff is a great place to live for everyone. Great restaurants and seaside market is amazing. The beaches are great too. "
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    "A lot of owners out here. Definetly a hot spot for pets. Not sure about pet parks however. Only see well maintained pets."
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    "Cardiff-by-the-Sea is one of the greatest communities in San Diego. People watch out for one another, have a strong sense of pride for the neighborhood, and everyone is friendly. I can’t say anything bad about living here!!"
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    "We moved here in November so have been here just about a year. We are absolutely in love with the neighborhood. Everyone is friendly and there is a diverse group of neighborhood residents. The sunshine, the views, the local market and restaurants - were never leaving "
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    "It’s a nice place to live, being near I5 is great to get around easily. Lots of schools, shops, restaurants etc. but lots of homeless people too. "
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  • Shannon T.
    "Movies at Patagonia. Cardiff Kook decorations. Camping at San elijo state beach. Bubbles and moonlight. "
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  • Christina F.
    "Great neighbors - neighbors can make or break your neighborhood!! We are pretty lucky to be surrounded by good people!! Fingers crossed that it stays that way!"
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  • Brian D.
    "My commute in the morning (6:15am) to Mira Mesa is easy, only 20 min. Coming home with non-pandemic traffic it can changes to a 35 to 50 min drive. "
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  • Brockallmaras
    "Encinitas is almost as cool as Cardiff but not quite as cool. It never will be. However, it is the second coolest in the land"
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  • Stefan
    "Lived here for 5 years, great community and great people. Surprising amount of crime though, due to easy access to the 5."
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  • Jim C.
    "Great place to live, moved back from Florida and prefer over La Jolla. Can be expensive but just need to be patient when house hunting."
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  • Matias
    "There are many families em my area and animals too. A lot park for kids and good schools for all ages "
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  • Jaymayojr1983
    "this place was great and I enjoyed it very much. I would recommend to all. schools were great and neighbors were always friendly."
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  • Farnaz J.
    "Friendly neighborhood and lovely people. Peaceful and respectful, helpful to each other. Involved in the community. "
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  • William C. M.
    "Eclectic mix of income levels and some with pretentious tendencies and some without some highly educated and several who have low education levels"
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  • Ellydvogt
    "A mix of families and older people. We don’t know our neighbors much but we are just renting. Encinitas has a wonderful vibe and everyone is super friendly."
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  • Sasha D. C.
    "I have lived here for years and I love it, we have lots of friends in the neighborhood who have met just in the street. Our kids love the schools, we love the access to the outdoors, the ocean the mountains the trails, it’s all just minutes away"
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