Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds2,767 sqft

261 Via Palacio, Encinitas, CA 92024

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.15 acresLot Size
1984Year Built
$403/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$145/moHOA Fees
6 carsParking Spaces

Description

Seller entertaining offers from $1,029,000 to $1,079,000. Panoramic view from this beautifully updated modern home in Encinitas! Gorgeous wood & stone flooring downstairs, vaulted ceiling, skylights, 2 fireplaces & wet bar. Remodeled kitchen cabinets, quartz counters, backsplash & stainless steel appliances. Updated baths, indoor laundry & wall mounted TV in MBR & FR. 3-car garage, topical landscaping & covered brick patio. Cantebria community pool & tennis court Convenient location to shopping &...Seller entertaining offers from $1,029,000 to $1,079,000. Panoramic view from this beautifully updated modern home in Encinitas! Gorgeous wood & stone flooring downstairs, vaulted ceiling, skylights, 2 fireplaces & wet bar. Remodeled kitchen cabinets, quartz counters, backsplash & stainless steel appliances. Updated baths, indoor laundry & wall mounted TV in MBR & FR. 3-car garage, topical landscaping & covered brick patio. Cantebria community pool & tennis court Convenient location to shopping & schools! Enjoy panoramic view from this beautifully remodeled home in desirable Encinitas. This modern home features vaulted ceilings, skylights, gorgeous hardwood & stone flooring downstairs, a gourmet kitchen with quartz countertop breakfast bar, modern cabinets, glass tile backlash, stainless steel appliances & walk-in pantry. The expansive & elegant formal living room & dining area with lovely view of tropical garden are perfect for entertaining. The cozy family room offers a modern fireplace, a large bar area with built-in wine-cooler & wall mounted TV with surround sound perfect for relaxation. The spacious master suite features gorgeous mountain view, fireplace, vaulted ceiling and wall mounted TV. The master bathroom offers contemporary tile flooring, dual vanities and walk-in closet. The guest bath & powder room have been updated with modern vanities, sinks & light fixtures. The private backyard offers lush tropical landscape and an expansive city and mountain views. Terraces at Cantebria offers two tennis courts & community pool, is in walking distance to restaurants, cafes, shopping, and minutes to Moonlight beach & the 101 downtown Encinitas. Excellent schools: Park Dale Lane Elementary, Oak Crest Middle School, La Costa Canyon High School
  • Listed by: Sharyn Lee Seymour DRE #01273797 • AARE 760-801-3882
Listing closed: 06/08/2018 12:00 AM • Source: SDMLS, MLS#: 180023341
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Avg days on market

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Location

Listing Courtesy of AARE, Sharyn Lee Seymour, DRE #01273797

Sold By Craig Sanger Realty, Craig Sanger, DRE #01735987

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Property Taxes

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Property Information for 261 Via Palacio

Property Details

  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Area: Other (LCOTH)
  • Neighborhood: Cantebria
  • Community: ENCINITAS
  • View Description: Evening Lights, Mountains/Hills, Panoramic, City Lights
  • City Postal ID: ENCINITAS (92024)
  • Cross Street(s): Via Molena

Building Information

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Lot Size: 0.15 AC / 6,534 SF

Summary Information

Property and Location
  • System ID: 180023341
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Walk Score: 60
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Levels: 2 Story
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Association Amenities: Pets Permitted, Spa
  • Complex Features: BBQ, Tennis Courts, Pet Restrictions, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub
  • Age Restrictions: N/K
  • Market Area: Coastal North
  • Jurisdiction: Incorporated
  • Directions To Property: I-5 to Encinitas Blvd East. L-Via Cantebria. R-Via Molena. L-Via Palacio
  • Elementary School: Encinitas Union School District
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Telecommunications: Cable (coaxial)
Parking
  • Parking Garage: Attached
  • Parking Non-Garage: Driveway
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 3
  • Number of Parking Spaces: 3
  • Parking for RV: None Known
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner Fees: $145
  • Home Owner Total Fees: $1,740
  • Home Owners Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance
  • Home Owner Fee Reflects: Month
  • Home Owner Association: The Terraces at Catebria
  • Monthly Total Fees: $145
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $0
  • Other Fees: $0
  • Other Fee Type: N/K
Virtual Tour
Supplement
  • Supplement: Enjoy panoramic view from this beautifully remodeled home in desirable Encinitas. This modern home features vaulted ceilings, skylights, gorgeous hardwood & stone flooring downstairs, a gourmet kitchen with quartz countertop breakfast bar, modern cabinets, glass tile backlash, stainless steel appliances & walk-in pantry. The expansive & elegant formal living room & dining area with lovely view of tropical garden are perfect for entertaining. The cozy family room offers a modern fireplace, a large bar area with built-in wine-cooler & wall mounted TV with surround sound perfect for relaxation. The spacious master suite features gorgeous mountain view, fireplace, vaulted ceiling and wall mounted TV. The master bathroom offers contemporary tile flooring, dual vanities and walk-in closet. The guest bath & powder room have been updated with modern vanities, sinks & light fixtures. The private backyard offers lush tropical landscape and an expansive city and mountain views. Terraces at Cantebria offers two tennis courts & community pool, is in walking distance to restaurants, cafes, shopping, and minutes to Moonlight beach & the 101 downtown Encinitas. Excellent schools: Park Dale Lane Elementary, Oak Crest Middle School, La Costa Canyon High School

Interior and Exterior Features

Interior Features
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
  • Water Heater Type: Gas
  • Heat Source: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Oven, Electric Stove
  • Laundry Utilities: Electric, Gas
  • Optional Bedrooms: 0
  • Fireplaces(s): 2
  • Fireplace: FP in Family Room, FP in Master BR
  • Floor Coverings: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Approximate Living Space: 2, 500 to 2, 999 SqFt
  • Interior Walls: Drywall
  • Interior Features: Bathtub, Shower
  • Bedrooms Count: 4
  • Searchable Rooms: Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Living Room, Master Bedroom, All Bedrooms Up, Master Bathroom, Walk-In Closet
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 19x14
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 13x12
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 12x11
  • Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 15x13
Interior Dimensions
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 12x12
  • Family Room Dimensions: 26x14
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 20x11
  • Living Room Dimensions: 18x16
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Stucco, Wood
  • Roof: Tile/Clay
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Security: N/K
  • Pool: Below Ground, Community/Common
  • Spa Heat: None Known
  • Structures: None Known
  • Patio: Awning/Porch Covered, Brick
  • Guest House: N/K
  • Square Footage: 2767

Property Information

Property and Assessments
  • Total Stories: 2
  • Pets: Allowed w/Restrictions
  • Entry Only: No
  • Lot Size: 4,000-7,499 SF
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor Record
  • Frontage: N/K
  • Additional Property Use: N/K
  • Topography: Level
  • Site: Public Street, Street Paved
  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
  • Complex/Park: Terraces at Cantebria
  • Assessments: Unknown
  • Assessors Parcel Num: 259-570-24-00
  • Miscellaneous: N/K
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Water District: OLIVENHAIN MUNICAL WATER DISTRI
  • Water District URL: www.olivenhain.com
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Irrigation: Sprinklers

Multi Family Information

Building Details
  • Amenities: Spa
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air

Property History for 261 Via Palacio

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 8, 2018

Sold

SDMLS #180023341

$1,115,000—
Jun 8, 2018

Sold

CRMLS #180023341

$1,115,000—
Jun 8, 2018

Sold

CLAW #180023341MR

$1,115,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/08/2018

Sold

SDMLS #180023341

$1,115,000
06/08/2018

Sold

CRMLS #180023341

$1,115,000
06/08/2018

Sold

CLAW #180023341MR

$1,115,000

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

Public Records for 261 Via Palacio

Taxable Value

Land

$812,407

Additions

$481,640
Total$1,294,047

Tax Record

2025

$14,273 ($1,189 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

4

Baths

2.5

Total Finished SqFt

2,767 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,767 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

6,328 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1984

Year Renovated

1984

Zoning

R3

County

SAN DIEGO

APN

259-570-24-00

Schools near 261 Via Palacio

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
Park Dale Lane Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Oak Crest 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 261 Via Palacio, Encinitas, CA 92024
$1,115,000
4
2,767
6,534
$1,950,000
4
2,407
6,969
$1,050,000
4
2,649
6,098
–
5
3
3,065
6,768
$775,000
3
2,000
5,662
–
4
2.5
2,769
6,279

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