431 Orpheus Ave

2,208 Sq. Ft.
$1,178 / Sq. Ft.
2,208
Sq. Ft.
$1,178
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Here is your opportunity to own a rare ranch-style home west of I-5 where panoramic ocean views meet a coastal lifestyle less than half a mile from the beach! Masterfully constructed by renowned local builder, Michael Shores, this ranch-style home captures sweeping vistas from every west-facing room, bringing ocean views and daily sunsets right into your living space. Adjacent to Orpheus Park, this home is just minutes from downtown Encinitas, the PCH/101 corridor, Paul Ecke Central Elementary and...Here is your opportunity to own a rare ranch-style home west of I-5 where panoramic ocean views meet a coastal lifestyle less than half a mile from the beach! Masterfully constructed by renowned local builder, Michael Shores, this ranch-style home captures sweeping vistas from every west-facing room, bringing ocean views and daily sunsets right into your living space. Adjacent to Orpheus Park, this home is just minutes from downtown Encinitas, the PCH/101 corridor, Paul Ecke Central Elementary and the Sunday Leucadia Farmers Market. This location offers the perfect balance of beach-town charm and everyday convenience. Inside, natural light pours through large windows, highlighting the warmth of Saltillo tile and the dramatic 18-foot wood-beamed ceiling in the great room and dining room. Two fireplaces provide a cozy and inviting ambiance as the seasons change. The main home offers two en-suite bedrooms and two bathrooms, complemented by an attached casita. Equipped with its own entrance and patio with ocean view, kitchen, living space, bedroom and full bathroom with jacuzzi shower, this casita is perfect for guests, multigenerational living, or rental opportunities. Step outside to a private backyard oasis complete with a jacuzzi spa, 7-tier pondless waterfall, deck and raised garden bed, a serene retreat after a day at the beach. Custom smart, solar powered lighting and thoughtfully designed drought tolerant landscaping create a scenic backdrop for breathtaking sunset views. A spacious two-car garage further enhances the lifestyle this property offers. Blending ranch-style living with coastal charm, this property sits just minutes from sandy beaches and the vibrant heart of Encinitas!
  1. Listed by Chelsea Taylor • DRE #02000553 • Brokerage DRE #02024471 • Swell Property • chelsea@chelseataylorproperties.com
  2. Listed by David Miller • DRE #01389997 • Brokerage DRE #02024471 • Swell Property

Property Details for 431 Orpheus Avenue

View
Ocean, Panoramic
Parking Spaces Total
5
Private Pool
No
Cooling Type
None
Building Type
Detached
Lot Size Source
Public Records
Living Area
2208
Assessor Parcel Number
256-314-39-00
LISTING UPDATED: 01/21/2026 05:10 AM

Property Details for 431 Orpheus Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #NDP2508475
Days on Market142
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1976
Lot Size0.24 AC / 10,500 SF
CountySan Diego County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Swell Property, Chelsea Taylor, DRE #02000553; Swell Property, David Miller, DRE #01389997
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Building Information for 431 Orpheus Avenue

Stories1Year Built1976Building Size-Lot Size0.24 AC / 10,500 SF

Payment Calculator

$13,923 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$12,672

Property Taxes

$1,251

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 431 Orpheus Avenue

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract Number: 003307
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $0
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Assessments YN: Yes
  • Assessments: Unknown
  • Community Features: Gutters
  • Number Of Units In Community: 1
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Gas Range
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Two Primaries
  • Room Bathroom Features: Shower, Shower in Tub, Bathtub
  • Bedroom Features: All Bedrooms Down
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Garage, Individual Room
  • Fireplace Features: Fire Pit, Great Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Fireplace Rooms: Fire Pit, Great Room
  • Fireplace: Fire Pit, Great Room
  • Cooling: None
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile
  • Floor Coverings: Carpet, Tile
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Tile
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Fence: No
  • Structures: Gutters
  • Other Structures: Gutters
  • Miscellaneous: Gutters
  • View Description: Ocean, Panoramic
  • Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool: N/K
  • Pool Heat: N/K
  • Spa Features: Above Ground
  • Spa Heat: Above Ground
Land/Lot Info
  • Sign on Property: Yes
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Sprinklers Drip System
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units: 1
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Levels: One
  • Sewer: Conventional Septic
  • Sewer/Septic: Conventional Septic
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: No
  • Uncovered Spaces: 3
  • Open Other Spaces Total: 3
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 2
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
Property / Structure Info
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls

Property History for 431 Orpheus Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 16, 2025

Price Change

CLAW #NDP2508475MR

$2,600,000
Oct 15, 2025

Price Change

CRMLS #NDP2508475

$2,600,000
Sep 1, 2025

Price Change

CLAW #NDP2508475MR

$2,795,000
Sep 1, 2025

Price Change

CLAW #NDP2508475MR

$2,600,000
Sep 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NDP2508475

$2,795,000
Aug 31, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NDP2508475MR

$2,795,000
Jul 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NDP2508475

$2,795,000
Dec 16, 2014

Sold

CLAW #140058091MR

$1,160,000
Dec 16, 2014

Sold

SDMLS #140058091

$1,160,000
Dec 16, 2014

Sold

CRMLS #140058091

$1,160,000
Nov 13, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #484339228

$1,160,000

+5.7% / yr

Oct 28, 2014

Pending

CRMLS #140058091

Oct 28, 2014

Pending

SDMLS #140058091

Oct 28, 2014

Pending

CLAW #140058091MR

Oct 24, 2014

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #140058091

$1,225,000
Oct 24, 2014

Listed (Active)

CLAW #140058091MR

$1,225,000
Oct 24, 2014

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #140058091

$1,225,000
Aug 4, 2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #274927311

$865,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/16/2025

Price Change

CLAW #NDP2508475MR

$2,600,000
10/15/2025

Price Change

CRMLS #NDP2508475

$2,600,000
09/01/2025

Price Change

CLAW #NDP2508475MR

$2,795,000
09/01/2025

Price Change

CLAW #NDP2508475MR

$2,600,000
09/01/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NDP2508475

$2,795,000
08/31/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NDP2508475MR

$2,795,000
07/24/2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NDP2508475

$2,795,000
12/16/2014

Sold

CLAW #140058091MR

$1,160,000
12/16/2014

Sold

SDMLS #140058091

$1,160,000
12/16/2014

Sold

CRMLS #140058091

$1,160,000
11/13/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #484339228

$1,160,000

+5.7% / yr

10/28/2014

Pending

CRMLS #140058091

10/28/2014

Pending

SDMLS #140058091

10/28/2014

Pending

CLAW #140058091MR

10/24/2014

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #140058091

$1,225,000
10/24/2014

Listed (Active)

CLAW #140058091MR

$1,225,000
10/24/2014

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #140058091

$1,225,000
08/04/2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #274927311

$865,000

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Public Records for 431 Orpheus Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$1,153,771Additions$240,367Total$1,394,138
Tax Record2025$15,008 ($1,251 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,764 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,764 SqFtLot Size10,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1976ZoningR-1:SINGLE FACountySAN DIEGOAPN256-314-39-00

Schools near 431 Orpheus Avenue

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

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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431 Orpheus Avenue is a single family home for sale in Encinitas, CA 92024. This property was listed for sale on July 24, 2025 by Swell Property, it's currently listed at $2,600,000. It has been on the market for a total of 142 days and was last sold on December 16, 2014. This listing's school districts are San Dieguito Union High School District, Encinitas Union Elementary School District. Nearby schools include Paul Ecke-Central Elementary School, Diegueno Middle School and La Costa Canyon High School. 431 Orpheus Avenue is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,208 sqft single family home built in 1976.

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Listing Courtesy of Swell Property, Chelsea Taylor, DRE #02000553; Swell Property, David Miller, DRE #01389997

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