1540 Surf Rd

2,442 Sq. Ft.
$751 / Sq. Ft.
2,442
Sq. Ft.
$751
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Tucked down a private drive on a quiet, secluded lot, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers a rare opportunity in the heart of coastal Leucadia — just blocks from Highway 101, world-class surf, local shops, and restaurants. With 2,442 square feet, vaulted ceilings, and abundant natural light, the home has solid bones and a flexible layout — ready for your vision. Whether you're an investor, builder, or homeowner looking to renovate, this property offers incredible upside in one of Encinitas' most...Tucked down a private drive on a quiet, secluded lot, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers a rare opportunity in the heart of coastal Leucadia — just blocks from Highway 101, world-class surf, local shops, and restaurants. With 2,442 square feet, vaulted ceilings, and abundant natural light, the home has solid bones and a flexible layout — ready for your vision. Whether you're an investor, builder, or homeowner looking to renovate, this property offers incredible upside in one of Encinitas' most sought-after neighborhoods. Deferred maintenance – Cash offers only.
  1. Listed by Jackson E Campbell • DRE #01144967 • Brokerage DRE #01524589 • Keller Williams Realty • 858-240-9900

Property Details for 1540 Surf Road

Neighborhood
Leucadia
Community
LEUCADIA
Zoning
R2
Parking Garage
Attached
Garage Spaces
2.0
Area Zip
ENCINITAS (92024)
Standard Status
Closed
LISTING UPDATED: 06/27/2025 01:55 AM

Property Details for 1540 Surf Road

StatusSold
MLS #250023250
Days on Market19
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1992
Lot Size0.48 AC / 21,003 SF
CountySan Diego County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty, Jackson E Campbell, DRE #01144967

Sold By Keller Williams Realty, Jackson E Campbell, DRE #01144967

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Building Information for 1540 Surf Road

Stories2Year Built1992Building Size-Lot Size0.48 AC / 21,003 SF

Payment Calculator

$9,438 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,943

Property Taxes

$495

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1540 Surf Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Coordinates: -117.301943, 33.076038
  • Latitude: 33.076038
  • Longitude: -117.301943
  • Directions: Cross Street: Hillcrest Drive.
  • MLS Area Major: Coastal North
  • Water Source: Meter on Property, Public
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Other Fees: $0
  • CFD Mello Roos Fee: $0
  • Monthly Total Fees: $0
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Parking Total: 8.0
  • Parking Non-Garage Spaces: 6.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2442.0
  • Building Area Units: Sqft
  • Living Area: 2442
  • Living Area Units: Sqft
  • Lot Size Area: 0.48
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 21003.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size:
Property and Assessments
  • Parcel Number: 254-102-70-00
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Age Restrictions: N/K
  • Disclosures: Coastal Commission Restrictions
  • Prop Restrictions Known: Coastal Commission
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ADUYes No: No
  • Year Built: 1992
Utilities
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Heat Source: Natural Gas
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Fencing: Partial, Wood
  • Pool Features: N/K
  • Pool Heat: N/K
  • Roof: Rolled/Hot Mop, Elastomeric
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas & Electric Range, Gas Oven, Gas Stove, Gas Range, Gas Cooking
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Laundry Features: Gas
  • Levels: 2 Story
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Optional Bedrooms: 0
  • Baths Total: 3.0
Room
Room Information
  • Primary Bed Area: 12x16
  • Bed2Area: 11x12
  • Bed3Area: 11x12
  • Dining Room Area: 12x8
  • Family Room Area: 14x14
  • Kitchen Area: 9x8
  • Living Room Area: 12x8

Property History for 1540 Surf Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 22, 2025

Sold

SDMLS #250023250

$1,835,000
May 22, 2025

Sold

CLAW #250023250SD

$1,835,000
May 22, 2025

Sold

CRMLS #250023250SD

$1,835,000
Apr 30, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1557880408

$1,835,000
Apr 21, 2025

Pending

CRMLS #250023250SD

Apr 21, 2025

Pending

CLAW #250023250SD

Apr 21, 2025

Pending

SDMLS #250023250

Apr 17, 2025

Withdrawn

CLAW #250023250SD

$1,600,000
Apr 16, 2025

Withdrawn

CRMLS #250023250SD

$1,600,000
Apr 9, 2025

Price Change

CLAW #250023250SD

$1,500,000
Apr 8, 2025

Price Change

CRMLS #250023250SD

$1,500,000
Apr 2, 2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #250023250

$1,395,000
Apr 2, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #250023250SD

$1,395,000
Apr 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #250023250SD

$1,395,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/22/2025

Sold

SDMLS #250023250

$1,835,000
05/22/2025

Sold

CLAW #250023250SD

$1,835,000
05/22/2025

Sold

CRMLS #250023250SD

$1,835,000
04/30/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1557880408

$1,835,000
04/21/2025

Pending

CRMLS #250023250SD

04/21/2025

Pending

CLAW #250023250SD

04/21/2025

Pending

SDMLS #250023250

04/17/2025

Withdrawn

CLAW #250023250SD

$1,600,000
04/16/2025

Withdrawn

CRMLS #250023250SD

$1,600,000
04/09/2025

Price Change

CLAW #250023250SD

$1,500,000
04/08/2025

Price Change

CRMLS #250023250SD

$1,500,000
04/02/2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #250023250

$1,395,000
04/02/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #250023250SD

$1,395,000
04/01/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #250023250SD

$1,395,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1540 Surf Road

Taxable ValueLand$68,869Additions$428,460Total$497,329
Tax Record2025$5,943 ($495 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt2,442 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,442 SqFtLot Size21,003 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1992ZoningR-2:MINOR MULCountySAN DIEGOAPN254-102-70-00

Schools near 1540 Surf Road

This home is within Encinitas Union Elementary School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Capri Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Diegueno Middle School
Public7 to 8

La Costa Canyon High School
Public9 to 12

Sunset High (Continuation) School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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