1,925 Sq. Ft.
$1,247 / Sq. Ft.
1,925
Sq. Ft.
$1,247
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Located just 2 blocks from Moonlight Beach with whitewater ocean views and in the heart of downtown Encinitas, this remarkable home is truly an incredible piece of real estate. Situated on a flat and usable 5,036 square foot lot (0.12 acres) beside State-owned property which will never be built-upon, 243-45 3rd Street is arguably the most unique opportunity in the coastal cities of San Diego this year. The main house is a 2 bedroom + bonus room and 2 full bathroom unit boasting ocean views from the...Located just 2 blocks from Moonlight Beach with whitewater ocean views and in the heart of downtown Encinitas, this remarkable home is truly an incredible piece of real estate. Situated on a flat and usable 5,036 square foot lot (0.12 acres) beside State-owned property which will never be built-upon, 243-45 3rd Street is arguably the most unique opportunity in the coastal cities of San Diego this year. The main house is a 2 bedroom + bonus room and 2 full bathroom unit boasting ocean views from the living room and approximately 1,225 square feet. The attached guest house/granny flat is a 1 bedroom + bonus room and 1 full bathroom at approximately 700 square feet. Delightful charm make this a perfect opportunity for an owner-occupied buyer looking for rental income or looking to put a family member in a separate space. Or, a fabulous investment opportunity with multiple units (zoned R-15 Minor Multiple) on the coast in Encinitas. Act fast!
  1. Listed by Steve Ploetz • DRE #01723732 • Century 21 Award • 760-525-5917

Property Details for 243 3rd Street

View Description
Ocean, White Water
City Postal ID
ENCINITAS (92024)
LISTING CLOSED: 11/13/2020 12:00 AM

Property Details for 243 3rd Street

StatusSold
MLS #NDP2001713
Days on Market1
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached
Year Built1960
Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,791 SF
CountySan Diego County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Century 21 Award, Steve Ploetz, DRE #01723732

Sold By NON LISTED OFFICE, Steve Ploetz, DRE #01723732

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Building Information for 243 3rd Street

Stories1Year Built1960Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,791 SF

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Property Information for 243 3rd Street

Summary Information
Property and Location
  • System ID: 302951190
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Levels: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Directions To Property: I-5 to Encinitas Blvd go West. West of 101, turn Right (north) on 3rd Street. First house on Right
  • Middle School: San Dieguito High School District
  • High School: San Dieguito High School District
Parking
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 1
Supplement
  • Supplement: Located just 2 blocks from Moonlight Beach with whitewater ocean views and in the heart of downtown Encinitas, this remarkable home is truly an incredible piece of real estate. Situated on a flat and usable 5,036 square foot lot (0.12 acres) beside State-owned property which will never be built-upon, 243-45 3rd Street is arguably the most unique opportunity in the coastal cities of San Diego this year. The main house is a 2 bedroom + bonus room and 2 full bathroom unit boasting ocean views from the living room and approximately 1,225 square feet. The attached guest house/granny flat is a 1 bedroom + bonus room and 1 full bathroom at approximately 700 square feet. Delightful charm make this a perfect opportunity for an owner-occupied buyer looking for rental income or looking to put a family member in a separate space. Or, a fabulous investment opportunity with multiple units (zoned R-15 Minor Multiple) on the coast in Encinitas. Act fast!
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Laundry Location: Outside
  • Fireplace: FP in Living Room
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Searchable Rooms: Guest Maid, All Bedrooms Down
Exterior Features
  • Pool: N/K
  • Square Footage: 1925
Property Information
Property and Assessments
  • Units in Complex: 1
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Stories in Building: 1
  • Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls
  • Entry Only: No
  • Entry Level Unit: 1
  • Lot Size: 4,000-7,499 SF
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor Record
  • Site: Corner Lot, Sidewalks
  • Zoning: R-15
  • Assessments: N/K
  • Assessors Parcel Num: 2580510900
Utilities
  • Water: Public

Property History for 243 3rd Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 13, 2020

Sold

SDMLS #NDP2001714

$2,400,000
Nov 13, 2020

Sold

SDMLS #NDP2001713

$2,400,000
Oct 24, 2020

Pending

SDMLS #NDP2001714

DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/13/2020

Sold

SDMLS #NDP2001714

$2,400,000
11/13/2020

Sold

SDMLS #NDP2001713

$2,400,000
10/24/2020

Pending

SDMLS #NDP2001714

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Schools near 243 3rd Street

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
Paul Ecke-Central 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

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Listing Courtesy of Century 21 Award, Steve Ploetz, DRE #01723732

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