481 La Costa Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024
OFF MARKET

481 La Costa Ave
Encinitas, CA 92024

  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,214 sqft (on 0.34 acres)

$2,304,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $14,047/mo*
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$2,304,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $14,047/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,214 sqft
(on 0.34 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$2.3M
Since last month
Decreased$53K (-2.2%)
Since last year
Increased$37K (+1.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$923K (+67.1%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +74% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$2.3M
July 2026$2.35M
June 2026$2.35M
May 2026$2.32M
April 2026$2.29M
March 2026$2.25M
February 2026$2.26M
January 2026$2.13M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1938 Sheridan Rd, Encinitas, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$3,477,500
06/15/26
4
3.5
3,236
1802 Hygeia Ave, Encinitas, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$3,505,000
06/23/26
4
4
2,915
1730 Wilstone Ave, Encinitas, CA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$2,900,000
03/06/26
4
3.5
2,477
1473-75 Eolus Ave, Encinitas, CA
0.52
Single-Family Home
$2,030,000
04/14/26
3
3
1,477
1645 Noma Ln, Encinitas, CA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$2,040,000
05/23/26
4
2.5
1,875
419 Parkwood Ln, Encinitas, CA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$4,200,000
04/08/26
4
3.5
3,452
278 Sanford St, Encinitas, CA
0.62
Single-Family Home
$2,475,000
08/28/25
3
2
2,261
7479 Mermaid Ln, Carlsbad, CA
0.76
Single-Family Home
$1,825,000
09/08/25
3
2.5
2,074
1712 Burgundy Rd, Encinitas, CA
0.59
Single-Family Home
$2,145,000
04/06/26
3
3
2,264
1763 Sky Loft Ln, Encinitas, CA
0.58
Single-Family Home
$2,250,000
09/22/25
3
3
2,264

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
398 Andrew Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.06
$3,200,000
3
2.5
3,121
For Sale
489 La Costa Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.04
$2,799,000
4
2.5
3,242
For Sale
408 Andrew Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.09
$3,927,700
3
4
3,284
Off Market
2016 W Pearl St, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.07
$3,089,900
5
5.5
3,263
Off Market
2037 E Pearl St, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.08
$2,609,500
5
5.5
2,646
Recently Sold
2034 W Pearl St, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.08
$3,134,500
5
5.5
3,263
Off Market
2029 W Pearl St, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.08
$1,218,500
3
2.5
1,595
Off Market
2040 W Pearl St, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.08
$3,064,800
5
5.5
3,234
Off Market
2019 E Pearl St, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.08
$1,659,400
3
3.5
1,899
Off Market
2046 W Pearl St, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.08
$3,809,100
5
5.5
4,080
Off Market
2058 E Pearl St, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.08
$1,716,200
3
3.5
1,904
Off Market
2073 E Pearl St, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.08
$3,230,600
5
5.5
3,120
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 481 La Costa Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1980
Lot Size
0.34 acres
Living Area
2,214 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,041
Parking
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 481 La Costa Ave, Encinitas, CA. 481 La Costa Ave is in Encinitas, CA and in ZIP code 92024. This property has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and approximately 2,214 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.34 acres and was built in 1980.
481 La Costa Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,214 sqft single-family home built in 1980. It last sold for $1,375,000 on Mar 11, 2020. More recently, it was listed as a rental in June 2013 with an asking price of $3,200 per month. That rental listing was removed on June 22, 2013. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $2,304,300, with a rent estimate of $7,781/month.

Home Details for 481 La Costa Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities
Dishwasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Carpet, Laminate

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionExterior: StuccoPatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 6Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1980Year Updated: 1980
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.34 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 11, 2020
Source: Glendale AOR ZDD #190061356
Sold
$1,375,000
Nov 14, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$1,450,000
Jun 6, 2017
Source: N/A
Sold
$1,205,000
Apr 17, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$1,099,000
Dec 8, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,150,000

Market trends in Encinitas

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$2.06M
$13.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.7%
Price per sq ft
$1.03K
$30MoM
Available listings
164
5MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Encinitas

At least 400 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

  • 73 % 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

  • 61 % 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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  • Tadie
    "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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  • Tadie
    "It’s the best place ever to raise a family. Kids can walk to elementary, middle and high school school. "
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  • Captaing
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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    "safe place fun and easy access great temperature and friendly and very clean great restaurant and plenty of parking if needed "
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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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Frank D.
    "Neighbors take great pride in maintaining their homes. Great little spots in walking distance for guests to visit...Quail Gardens; Golf Coarse; Nursery/Petting Zoo; Nature Trails; Parks; and more. Great place to live and raise kids."
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  • Cheryl.northrup
    "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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  • Dsisti
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Captaing
    "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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  • Cgcmcstravick
    "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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  • Jessicaramirez1230
    "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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  • Aleana L.
    "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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  • janH
    "Minimal..very few traffic issues. I work less than 10 miles north of home,and know how lucky I am..."
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  • Jenzenagain
    "the 100 year old meeting house hosts great events. Craft fairs, movie nights in the summer,Weddings, Oktober fest etc. "
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  • Danieltyack
    "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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  • Jenn H.
    "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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  • Cgcmcstravick
    "Great place to walk your dog. So many dog families in the neighborhood. Great dog park on Santa Fe built by the city. Families get together in the common areas to hang out in the evenings. Lots of open space. Very family friendly neighborhood. Schools in walking distance. "
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Frequently asked questions about 481 La Costa Ave

  • What is 481 La Costa Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 481 La Costa Ave in Encinitas, CA is $2,304,300.
  • What is the price history for 481 La Costa Ave?
    481 La Costa Ave in Encinitas, CA last sold for $1,375,000 in March 2020.
  • 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 $2.06M. That is down $13.33K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 481 La Costa Ave?
    The lot at 481 La Costa Ave in Encinitas, CA is about 0.34 acres (14,596 sq ft).
  • Does 481 La Costa Ave have a garage?
    Yes, 481 La Costa Ave in Encinitas, CA has a garage.

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