420 3rd St, Encinitas, CA 92024
OFF MARKET
Listed by Ilana Huff, Compass, (760) 979-5609 . Bought with Ideal Choice Realty

420 3rd St
Encinitas, CA 92024

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,712 sqft

$2,218,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $13,399/mo*
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$2,218,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $13,399/mo*
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3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,712 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Townhouse
Year Built
1980
Living Area
1,712 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,296
Parking
2 Car Garage
HOA
None

About this House

Ocean views! Ideal beach location! Welcome to your dream coastal retreat steps from the famous Moonlight Beach! This townhome features a private entrance, with the first level offering a warm and inviting living area, dining nook, a well-appointed kitchen, half bath, and laundry room with easy access to the attached two-car garage. Freshly painted interior and move-in ready! Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms, two of which are designed as primary-style suites, as well as access to the relaxing deck with a top-level perfect for enjoying ocean views and sunsets. In addition to the two-car garage, this property offers private parking conveniently located behind the garage in the alley. Enjoy the vacation lifestyle every day with easy access to top beaches, dining, and shopping in the vibrant heart of Encinitas!
420 3rd St, Encinitas, CA 92024 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,712 sqft townhouse built in 1980. It last sold for the $2,200,000 asking price on May 20, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $2,218,800, with a rent estimate of $7,199/month.

Home Details for 420 3rd St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Other
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1712 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas RangeDishwasherLaundry: Inside
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Common Walls: 1 Common Wall
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Number of Stories: 2Levels: TwoEntry Location: 1
View
Has a ViewView: Ocean

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Deck, BalconyExterior: BalconyNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Driveway,Garage
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1980
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Townhouse
Building
Attached To Another Structure
Property Information
Parcel Number: 2580710301

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $2,200,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun Apr 27 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Encinitas
School Information
High School District: Encinitas Union

Community

Community Features: Biking, Park, Sidewalks, Water SportsNot Senior CommunityUnits in Building: 2

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4733 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: NDP2502910Living Area Range Units: Square FeetWater ViewWater View: OceanAttribution Contact: ilana@huffteam.comUniversal Property Id: US-06073-N-2580710301-R-N

Additional Information

BikingParkSidewalksWater Sports
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listed by Ilana Huff DRE #01395813
Compass
Bought with: David Diehl DRE #01368646, (858) 353-6445, Ideal Choice Realty
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
Source: CRMLS, MLS#NDP2502910

Price History for 420 3rd St

DatePriceEventSource
05/20/2025$2,200,000Sold
CRMLS #NDP2502910
04/30/2025$2,200,000PendingCRMLS #NDP2502910
03/27/2025$2,200,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #NDP2502910

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$5,575
Assessment$455,037
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 420 3rd St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
458 3rd St, Encinitas, CA
0.04
Townhouse
$2,100,000
12/29/25
3
3
1,714
68 E F St, Encinitas, CA
0.37
Townhouse
$3,125,000
12/01/25
3
3.5
2,100
215 2nd St #101, Encinitas, CA
0.22
Townhouse
$3,100,000
07/01/26
4
2.5
2,561
369 W I St W, Encinitas, CA
0.57
Townhouse
$2,650,000
02/19/26
2
2.5
1,631
674 Hygeia Ave, Encinitas, CA
1.08
Townhouse
$2,205,000
06/10/26
4
2.5
1,982
687 S Coast Hwy #101-237, Encinitas, CA
0.26
Townhouse
$1,100,000
03/17/26
1
1.5
1,249
698 Hygeia Ave, Encinitas, CA
1.10
Townhouse
$2,112,500
04/03/26
2
2.5
1,982
337 W I St, Encinitas, CA
0.59
Townhouse
$3,225,000
09/05/25
2
2.5
1,573
537 Sweet Pea Pl, Encinitas, CA
0.79
Townhouse
$1,141,700
04/09/26
3
2.5
1,268

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What Locals Say about Encinitas

At least 399 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say car is needed

  • 84 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 76 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say kids play outside

  • 75 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 74 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 66 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 65 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 63 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 62 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 59 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 59 % Say it's quiet

  • 54 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 52 % Say there's wildlife

  • 50 % Say there are community events

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  • Erica Lerro
    "The neighborhood is a mix of retired people and new families. It’s not as communal as other cities I’ve lived in with many people driving in and out of the community and then staying inside or in their backyard. The gates parks prohibit kids meeting there unless they belong to an association. It’s odd to see a gated park that children cannot play on , meet new kids that live across the street, etc. I’m used to larger cities where there are more public places to gather, meet your neighbors, and create a stronger community."
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    "It's the best neighborhood I've lived to raise active, well-adjustef, wholesome kids. Schools all have a ton of activities and kids ride bikes everehere. "
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  • Steven Biebel
    "Encinitas Christmas parade, art walk, street fair, 4th of July parade and the moonlight beach is very welcoming. "
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    "It’s the best place ever to raise a family. Kids can walk to elementary, middle and high school school. "
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    "Leucadia Oaks Park is a meeting place for Neighbors. There is a skate park there the beaches only a short walk away."
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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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    "I lived here for 7 years, very safe , people are super friendly, very family oriented, but since we have trailer in the back of our house we sometimes see dog poop in our front yard. "
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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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  • Captainscruggz
    "I enjoy having friendly neighbors with more space between houses. Very little car noise. Lots of wonderful wildlife noises when we go to sleep at night."
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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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  • Astraedesign
    "Area is very safe and always feel comfortable leaving my door open. Haven’t run into a sketchy situation yet"
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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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  • Debbie F.
    "I walk my Dogs all the time and it’s very easy to walk them because people are so happy about being able to take them out and do their business "
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  • Lynette O.
    "We have lived here for 27 years is extremely private and safe that is a very strong HOA. Many young families animals such as horses beautiful community"
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  • Jeff M.
    "Encinitas street fair, Encinitas holiday parade, surf contests, classic car shows, farmers markets, music and art shows "
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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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  • Glori M.
    "I drive 40 minutes to work in San Diego and 50-60 minutes home. It is worth living in north county coastal area of San Diego county. "
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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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  • Glori M.
    "The community center activities. The downtown street fairs. The people just walking their pets around the neighborhood. "
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  • Glori M.
    "I have been in the village park neighborhood of Encinitas for 25 years. It is friendly and lots of people like to walk their dogs or go jogging in the neighborhood. Good schools. Close to beach. "
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  • Gingerjhill
    "Taste of Leucadia, Leucadia Art Walk and Summer Fun in the 101 are a few of the great events put on throughout the year."
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    "We have projector screen movie nights and the kids all get together and play. All the neighbors chip in to take care of kids and animals!"
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    "N/a I work from home. But as far as travel, we are 10 minutes from the 5 (state highway) that runs through our town and it is centrally located in North San Diego County Coastal region."
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    "I am currently a stay at home mom. I do commute to stores, parks, and beaches. All within a 1 mile radius. My husband works locally too. We venture out into SD about 2 times a week at most. "
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    "Dogs are an integral part of our of comm unity. This is a safe neighborhood to walk your dogs. A great place to live."
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  • Cgcmcstravick
    "I drive to my office quite a distance. Mass transit is not the best unless you work downtown San Diego. "
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    "I work in San Diego so my commute is longer then most. Going to work is pretty quick. Coming home is much longer. Beginning of the week is much better then later in the week. "
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  • Brittney E.
    "There are great trails and sidewalks available to walk your dogs! Plenty of baggies and trash cans along the way as well."
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    "Very dog friendly. Lots of dog parks and beaches. They provide dog bags and off leash areas. Restaurants with out door areas tend to be dog friendly. "
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    "I love being close to the ocean & the sense of community in Encinitas is very special. The commute to San Diego is busy in the summertime, but very worth it "
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    "Minimal..very few traffic issues. I work less than 10 miles north of home,and know how lucky I am..."
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    "the 100 year old meeting house hosts great events. Craft fairs, movie nights in the summer,Weddings, Oktober fest etc. "
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    "There are many open grass areas throughout the neighborhoods. There are almost always dogs and owners out walking and playing fetch. I even see a regular meet up happen every week in my neighborhood. "
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    "People are very respectful- this is an old neighborhood with lots of the original owners, and the new families fit right in."
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Frequently asked questions about 420 3rd St

  • What is 420 3rd St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 420 3rd St in Encinitas, CA is $2,218,800.
  • What is the price history for 420 3rd St?
    420 3rd St in Encinitas, CA last sold for $2,200,000 in May 2025.
  • Is Encinitas a buyer's or seller's market?
    Encinitas is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Encinitas?
    The median sale price in Encinitas is $2.07M. That is up $71.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 420 3rd St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 420 3rd St in Encinitas, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 420 3rd St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 420 3rd St in Encinitas, CA has laundry facilities.
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