493 La Mesa Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024
OFF MARKET

$2,348,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,292 sqft

493 La Mesa Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024

Est. Refi. Payment $14,278/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 29, 2021 for $1,794,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$2.35M
Since last month
Increased$19K (+0.8%)
Since last year
Increased$137K (+6.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$558K (+31.1%)
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 +73% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$2.35M
July 2026$2.33M
June 2026$2.36M
May 2026$2.32M
April 2026$2.31M
March 2026$2.32M
February 2026$2.29M
January 2026$2.17M
2025
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
202 Calle De Sereno, Encinitas, CA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$1,712,500
09/08/25
3
2
1,341
498 Neptune Ave, Encinitas, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$4,872,000
05/15/26
3
2
1,800
815 Hermes Ave, Encinitas, CA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$2,265,000
05/22/26
3
2
1,412
121 Cadmus St, Encinitas, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,900,000
10/21/25
2
1
820
330 Neptune Ave, Encinitas, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$4,595,000
08/20/26
3
3
2,217
371 La Mesa Ave, Encinitas, CA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$4,200,000
03/05/26
4
3
2,655
305 La Veta Ave, Encinitas, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$3,800,000
03/05/26
4
2.5
2,385
630 Poinsettia Park N, Encinitas, CA
0.71
Single-Family Home
$1,907,000
04/23/26
3
2
1,738
510 Neptune Ave, Encinitas, CA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$5,700,000
05/26/26
4
3
2,367
206 Calle De Madera, Encinitas, CA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$1,979,000
08/12/26
4
3
2,062

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
476 La Veta Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.03
$2,091,400
4
2
1,656
Off Market
445 La Mesa Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.05
$4,312,500
2
1
1,157
Recently Sold
515 Neptune Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.06
$2,650,000
5
4
3,191
Recently Sold
549 N Vulcan Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.11
-
3
2.5
1,803
Off Market
559 N Vulcan Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.11
-
3
2.5
1,798
Off Market
170 Athena St, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.09
$2,652,700
4
2
2,742
Off Market
170 Athena St #A, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.09
$3,228,400
6
4
2,742
Off Market
561 N Vulcan Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.12
-
3
2.5
1,803
Off Market
563 N Vulcan Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.12
$1,886,000
3
2.5
1,798
Off Market
523 N Vulcan Ave #24, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.12
$102,400
1
1
220
Off Market
523 N Vulcan Ave #18, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.12
$135,600
1
1
440
Off Market
523 N Vulcan Ave #35, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.12
$110,300
1
1
216
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 493 La Mesa Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1971
Living Area
1,292 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,818

About this House

Charming 2 bedroom, 1 bath beach bungalow with detached studio on a cul de sac location west of the 101 and two blocks from Stone Steps beach access. Vaulted ceiling with exposed wood beams, tile and wood floor, front and back yard with alley access. Walk to bars, restaurants, shops, parks and all of Encinitas' coastal amenities and attractions. Simply the best location in all of Encinitas! Studio has been fully renovated and is approx 300 sq. ft. with full bathroom and kitchen. Driveway parking for two cars.
493 La Mesa Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,292 sqft single-family home built in 1971. It last sold for $1,794,500 on Apr 29, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $2,348,700, with a rent estimate of $5,966/month.

Home Details for 493 La Mesa Ave

Interior Features

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

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionExterior: Stucco, Wood
Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1971Year Updated: 1971
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4120 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 29, 2021
Source: SDMLS #210011500
Sold
$1,794,500
May 11, 2020
Source: SDMLS #200016404
Sold
$1,200,000
May 1, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$1,295,000
Apr 26, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$1,295,000
Price decreased by 7%
Apr 6, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$1,399,000

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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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 493 La Mesa Ave

  • What is 493 La Mesa Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 493 La Mesa Ave in Encinitas, CA is $2,348,700.
  • What is the price history for 493 La Mesa Ave?
    493 La Mesa Ave in Encinitas, CA last sold for $1,794,500 in April 2021.
  • 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.
  • Does 493 La Mesa Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 493 La Mesa Ave in Encinitas, CA has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 493 La Mesa Ave?
    The lot at 493 La Mesa Ave in Encinitas, CA is about 0.09 acres (4,120 sq ft).

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