445 Sheffield Ave

3,508 Sq. Ft.
$867 / Sq. Ft.
3,508
Sq. Ft.
$867
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Rare opportunity to own a beautifully crafted custom home in Cardiff’s sought-after Composer District. Designed and built by Tom McCabe, this 3-story, 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence offers over 3,500 sq. ft. of beautiful living space. The welcoming living room at entry-level has vaulted ceilings, cozy fireplace, and opens to a palm-tree lined yard via floor-to-ceiling double doors. Great for entertaining! Enjoy a newly built lap pool with a separate relaxing hot tub. Two-car garage with extra storage...Rare opportunity to own a beautifully crafted custom home in Cardiff’s sought-after Composer District. Designed and built by Tom McCabe, this 3-story, 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence offers over 3,500 sq. ft. of beautiful living space. The welcoming living room at entry-level has vaulted ceilings, cozy fireplace, and opens to a palm-tree lined yard via floor-to-ceiling double doors. Great for entertaining! Enjoy a newly built lap pool with a separate relaxing hot tub. Two-car garage with extra storage has direct access to the home. Light-filled kitchen located on the second level has updated appliances, wine refrigerator, and a private dining room. Adjacent bonus living area with fireplace, laundry room, and a spacious primary retreat complete with a jacuzzi tub and fireplace. Three more bedrooms and two bathrooms located on the top floor, including an en-suite with a private deck and peek-a-boo ocean views. This home also includes owned solar panels, ensuring energy efficiency and savings. Situated just steps away from San Elijo State Beach and Rossini Canyon, near top-rated local schools and premier shopping, this residence combines luxury, location, and lifestyle.
  1. Listed by Joseph Joyce • DRE #02120910 • Brokerage DRE #01317331 • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties • joejoyce@bhhscal.com

Property Details for 445 Sheffield Avenue

Architectural Style
Custom Built
Neighborhood
Composer District
Community
Cardiff (CARD)
Parking Garage
Attached, Direct Garage Access, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces
2.0
Area Zip
CARDIFF BY THE SEA (92007)
Standard Status
Closed
LISTING UPDATED: 02/03/2026 08:08 AM

Property Details for 445 Sheffield Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #250043428
Days on Market28
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1985
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,546 SF
CountySan Diego County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Joseph Joyce, DRE #02120910

Sold By Compass, Jennifer Kososki, DRE #01746516

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Building Information for 445 Sheffield Avenue

Stories3Year Built1985Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,546 SF

Payment Calculator

$16,179 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$14,816

Property Taxes

$1,363

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 445 Sheffield Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Coordinates: -117.281107, 33.027902
  • Latitude: 33.027902
  • Longitude: -117.281107
  • Directions: From Birmingham, go north on Somerset Ave, left (west) on Sheffield Ave. Drive past Oxford Ave and it's a few doors on the left. Cross Street: Oxford Ave.
  • MLS Area Major: Coastal North
  • Water Source: Public
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Other Fees: $0
  • CFD Mello Roos Fee: $0
  • Monthly Total Fees: $0
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached, Direct Garage Access, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Total: 4.0
  • Parking Non-Garage Spaces: 2.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 3508.0
  • Building Area Units: Sqft
  • Living Area: 3508
  • Living Area Units: Sqft
  • Lot Size Area: 0.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7546.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size: 7,500-10,889 SF
  • Exclusive Use Yard: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • Parcel Number: 260-282-14-00
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Age Restrictions: N/K
  • Prop Restrictions Known: None Known
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ADUYes No: No
  • Year Built: 1985
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Heat Source: Natural Gas
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood
  • Fencing: Partial, Stucco Wall, Wood
  • Fireplace Features: FP in Family Room, FP in Living Room, FP in Primary BR
  • Patio And Porch Features: Balcony, Deck
  • Pool Features: Below Ground, Lap, Heated with Gas, Pool Cover
  • Pool Heat: Below Ground, Lap, Heated with Gas, Pool Cover
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Elevator: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Washer, 6 Burner Stove, Ice Maker, Range/Stove Hood, Warmer Oven Drawer, Gas Cooking
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Stories: 3
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Searchable Rooms: Dining Area, Dining Room/Separate, Family Room, Loft, Primary Bdrm 2, Primary Retreat, Wine Cellar, Kitchen, Living Room, Foyer, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Multi-Level Bedroom, Walk-In Closet
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Heating: Fireplace, Forced Air Unit
  • Laundry Features: Gas, Gas & Electric Dryer HU
  • Levels: 3 Story
  • Room Type: Family Room, Loft, Retreat, Wine Cellar, Kitchen, Living Room, Foyer, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Multi-Level Bedroom, Walk-In Closet
  • Spa Features: Above Ground
  • Bedrooms Count: 4
  • Optional Bedrooms: 0
  • Baths Total: 4.0
Room
Room Information
  • Primary Bed Area: 16x21
  • Bed2Area: 12x16
  • Bed3Area: 10x13
  • Bed4Area: 11x18
  • Dining Room Area: 15x15
  • Family Room Area: 23x13
  • Kitchen Area: 19x19
  • Living Room Area: 24x20
Rental
Rent Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Property History for 445 Sheffield Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 2, 2026

Sold

SDMLS #250043428

$3,040,000
Feb 2, 2026

Sold

CRMLS #250043428SD

$3,040,000
Feb 2, 2026

Sold

CLAW #250043428SD

$3,040,000
Dec 7, 2025

Pending

CRMLS #250043428SD

Dec 4, 2025

Pending

CLAW #250043428SD

Dec 4, 2025

Pending

SDMLS #250043428

Nov 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #250043428SD

$3,495,000
Nov 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #250043428

$3,495,000
Nov 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #250043428SD

$3,495,000
Sep 23, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1913838097

$1,110,000
Sep 16, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1914232727

$1,110,000

-0.8% / yr

Jul 7, 2022

Expired

CRMLS #NDP2201122

$3,785,000
Jul 7, 2022

Expired

CLAW #NDP2201122MR

$3,785,000
Feb 22, 2022

Expired

SDMLS #NDP2201122

$3,785,000
Feb 22, 2022

Withdrawn

CLAW #NDP2201122MR

Feb 21, 2022

Withdrawn

CRMLS #NDP2201122

Feb 7, 2022

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NDP2201122MR

$3,785,000
Feb 7, 2022

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NDP2201122

$3,785,000
Feb 7, 2022

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NDP2201122

$3,785,000
Nov 21, 2012

Sold

SDMLS #120040797

$1,230,000
Nov 21, 2012

Sold

CLAW #120040797SD

$1,230,000
Nov 14, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #341669293

$1,230,000
Sep 28, 2012

Pending

CLAW #120040797SD

Sep 28, 2012

Pending

SDMLS #120040797

Aug 9, 2012

Listed (Active)

CLAW #120040797SD

$1,283,000
Aug 9, 2012

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #120040797

$1,283,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/02/2026

Sold

SDMLS #250043428

$3,040,000
02/02/2026

Sold

CRMLS #250043428SD

$3,040,000
02/02/2026

Sold

CLAW #250043428SD

$3,040,000
12/07/2025

Pending

CRMLS #250043428SD

12/04/2025

Pending

CLAW #250043428SD

12/04/2025

Pending

SDMLS #250043428

11/06/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #250043428SD

$3,495,000
11/06/2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #250043428

$3,495,000
11/06/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #250043428SD

$3,495,000
09/23/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1913838097

$1,110,000
09/16/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1914232727

$1,110,000

-0.8% / yr

07/07/2022

Expired

CRMLS #NDP2201122

$3,785,000
07/07/2022

Expired

CLAW #NDP2201122MR

$3,785,000
02/22/2022

Expired

SDMLS #NDP2201122

$3,785,000
02/22/2022

Withdrawn

CLAW #NDP2201122MR

02/21/2022

Withdrawn

CRMLS #NDP2201122

02/07/2022

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NDP2201122MR

$3,785,000
02/07/2022

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NDP2201122

$3,785,000
02/07/2022

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NDP2201122

$3,785,000
11/21/2012

Sold

SDMLS #120040797

$1,230,000
11/21/2012

Sold

CLAW #120040797SD

$1,230,000
11/14/2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #341669293

$1,230,000
09/28/2012

Pending

CLAW #120040797SD

09/28/2012

Pending

SDMLS #120040797

08/09/2012

Listed (Active)

CLAW #120040797SD

$1,283,000
08/09/2012

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #120040797

$1,283,000

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

Public Records for 445 Sheffield Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$985,138Additions$554,049Total$1,539,187
Tax Record2025$16,361 ($1,363 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt3,508 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,508 SqFtLot Size7,546 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1985ZoningR-1:SINGLE FACountySAN DIEGOAPN260-282-14-00

Schools near 445 Sheffield Avenue

This home is within Cardiff Elementary School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 2
Public - 3 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Cardiff Elementary School
PublicK to 2

Ada W. Harris Elementary School
Public3 to 6

Oak Crest Middle School
Public7 to 8

La Costa Canyon High 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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Listing Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Joseph Joyce, DRE #02120910

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