720 3rd St, Encinitas, CA 92024
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FOR SALE
Listed by Andrew Malekie, Link Brokerages, Inc., (424) 312-9552

$3,349,000

  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 2,636 sqft

720 3rd St, Encinitas, CA 92024

Est. Mortgage $21,147/mo*
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We estimate this home will sell faster than 93% nearby.

Home Highlights

Multi-Family
Built in 1970
$1,270/sqft
4 Carport Spaces

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 720 3rd St.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Private balconiesBeautiful city viewsIncredible outdoor spacesGenerous storage throughoutTwo dedicated laundry areas
First time on the market in nearly 30 years, this spacious Encinitas triplex presents an extremely rare investor or owner-user opportunity. Ideally located just one block from the beach and within walking distance of Downtown Encinitas, the property features three separate units totaling more than 2,600 square feet. Each unit has been thoughtfully upgraded or exceptionally well-maintained, featuring quality wood or tile flooring, skylights, private balconies, incredible outdoor spaces, and beautiful city views. Additional highlights include two large carports with parking for four vehicles, two dedicated laundry areas, and generous storage throughout, including a 120 square foot shed. With additional interior upgrade potential and possible ADU opportunities, the property offers meaningful long-term upside in one of North County San Diego’s most coveted coastal communities. Properties offering this combination of location, size, and versatility are incredibly difficult to find, making this an opportunity that investors and owner-users will not want to miss.
We estimate this home will sell faster than 93% nearby.

Home Details for 720 3rd St

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 5
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: Laundry Room,Outside
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Tile, WoodCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Number of Stories: 2Levels: TwoEntry Location: FrontFloors: Tile, Wood
View
Has a ViewView: City Lights, Peek-A-Boo

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Carport Spaces: 4Number of Covered Spaces: 4Has a CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Carport
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 1Days on Market: 7

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1970
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Triplex
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 2581520300

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $3,349,000Price Per Sqft: $1,270

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: EncinitasCommunity: Encinitas

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: ND26201804

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2636 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Biking, Park, SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4792 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan, Conventional, 1031 Exchange

Business

Expense
Tenant Pays: Electricity, Gas, Water

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

No Rent Control

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: ND26201804Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 4243129552Common Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06073-N-2581520300-R-N

Additional Information

BikingParkSidewalksSource Internet Entire Listing Display

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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Market trends in Encinitas

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$2.07M
$8.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.5%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$1.03K
$4MoM
Available listings
163
2MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$3.21M
Since last month
Increased$2M (+92%)
Since last year
Increased$2M (+101.9%)
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 +61% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$3.21M
August 2026$1.67M
July 2026$1.63M
June 2026$1.69M
May 2026$1.65M
April 2026$1.71M
March 2026$1.68M
February 2026$1.64M
January 2026$1.67M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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Sold Date
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Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
719 4th St, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.03
$2,988,800
3
3
1,736
Off Market
720 4th St #1, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.06
$1,980,200
2
2
1,142
Off Market
631 3rd St, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.08
$4,106,700
4
5
2,885
Off Market
629 4th St, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.11
$5,385,000
4
2
1,315
Recently Sold
806 4th St, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.10
$12,900,000
5
6
5,365
For Sale
221-227 W G St, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.08
$4,775,000
8
6
-
For Sale
761 2nd St, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.09
$1,529,000
2
2
1,193
Off Market
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0.09
$2,885,000
4
3.5
2,292
Recently Sold
412 W East St, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.15
$7,301,500
3
3
2,764
Off Market
843-851 4th St, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.12
$5,877,700
Studio
-
10,580
Off Market
538 4th St, Encinitas, CA 92024
0.18
$4,810,000
4
3.5
2,531
Recently Sold

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 16, 2026
Source: CRMLS #ND26201804
Listed For Sale
$3,349,000
Feb 8, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$3,795
Jan 25, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$3,795
Price decreased by 5%
Dec 26, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$3,995
Price decreased by 5%
Dec 4, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$4,200

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Andrew Malekie, Link Brokerages, Inc.
Agent Phone: (424) 312-9552
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Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of 2026-09-22 13:18:55 PDT and /or other sources. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information

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Frequently asked questions about 720 3rd St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 720 3rd St?
    Based on a $3,349,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 720 3rd St in Encinitas, CA is approximately $21,428 (about $18,088 principal & interest, $3,265 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 720 3rd St compare to homes in Encinitas?
    720 3rd St in Encinitas, CA is listed at $3,349,000, about 62% above the $2.07M median sale price in Encinitas.
  • What do residents say about Encinitas?
    Residents describe Encinitas, CA as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Encinitas, CA.
  • What are the closest schools to 720 3rd St?
    The closest schools to 720 3rd St in Encinitas, CA are Diegueno Middle School (rated 9/10), La Costa Canyon High School (rated 9/10), Paul Ecke-Central Elementary School (rated 9/10).
  • Does 720 3rd St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 720 3rd St in Encinitas, CA has laundry facilities.
  • Does 720 3rd St have parking?
    Yes, 720 3rd St in Encinitas, CA has on-site parking.
720 3rd St, Encinitas, CA 92024 is a 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 2,636 sqft multi-family built in 1970. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CRMLS on Sep 16, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# ND26201804.