661 Melba Rd

Encinitas, CA 92024

$2,632,500
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2,984 Sq. Ft.
$882 / Sq. Ft.
2,984
Sq. Ft.
$882
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 5/27/22
Closed 5/27/22

Description

A rare find! This unique property offers panoramic ocean views and makes for a great investment opportunity with its three rental units. Explore options for a large single family compound or the potential to build multiple homes on three separate parcels with a possibility for subdivision into three lots. Adobe farm style built by the Weir Brothers with intricate brick work on a spacious, green lot and ideally located in beautiful Encinitas. Bike to the beach, shopping, restaurants, cafes, entertainment...A rare find! This unique property offers panoramic ocean views and makes for a great investment opportunity with its three rental units. Explore options for a large single family compound or the potential to build multiple homes on three separate parcels with a possibility for subdivision into three lots. Adobe farm style built by the Weir Brothers with intricate brick work on a spacious, green lot and ideally located in beautiful Encinitas. Bike to the beach, shopping, restaurants, cafes, entertainment and more. Ocean views from every unit; a single story main house and two adjacent units, all with separate entrances. The main single level house boasts 2 bedrooms plus a bonus room office or flex room, 2 baths, kitchen, dining room, living room with vaulted ceilings and a cozy fireplace. The second unit (lower level) has 1 bedroom, 1.5 baths, a large living room, full sized kitchen and plenty of storage. Third unit above #2 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bath with a large vaulted ceiling living room, open concept kitchen and west facing deck for outdoor enjoyment and more ocean views! The two car garage has a higher than average height clearance and you’ll find plenty of off-street parking on the wrap around driveway. Well suited for an investment property or multi-generational living. Offering beautiful sweeping ocean views and spacious grassy front and rear yards. Truly a must see!

Property Details for 661 Melba Road

View
Ocean, Panoramic
Parking Spaces Total
10
Private Pool
No
Cooling Type
None
Building Type
Detached
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Living Area
2984
Assessor Parcel Number
258-274-01-00
LISTING UPDATED: 05/27/2022 08:09 AM

Property Details for 661 Melba Road

StatusClosed
MLS #NDP2203300
Days on Market21
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1953
Lot Size0.43 AC / 18,800 SF
CountySan Diego County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Kelly Howard, DRE #01258451; Compass, Ed Borsack, DRE #01860404

Sold By Ortman Realty, Ryan Ortman, DRE #CLW-C101581

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Building Information for 661 Melba Road

Stories2Year Built1953Building Size-Lot Size0.43 AC / 18,800 SF

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$15,157 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$13,256

Property Taxes

$1,901

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 661 Melba Road

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Income Details
  • Financing: Conventional
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract Number: 002130
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $0
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Assessments YN: Yes
  • Assessments: Unknown
  • Community Features: Suburban
  • Number Of Units In Community: 3
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Room Type: See Remarks
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 4
Exterior Features
  • Fence: No
  • Structures: Suburban
  • Other Structures: Suburban
  • Miscellaneous: Suburban
  • View Description: Ocean, Panoramic
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool: N/K
  • Pool Heat: N/K
Land/Lot Info
  • Sign on Property: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped, Lawn
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units: 3
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Sprinklers: No
  • Levels: Two
  • Water: Public
  • Water Source: Public
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: No
  • Uncovered Spaces: 8
  • Open Other Spaces Total: 8
  • 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 661 Melba Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 27, 2022

Sold

CRMLS #NDP2203300

$2,632,500—
May 27, 2022

Sold

CLAW #NDP2203300MR

$2,632,500—
May 27, 2022

Sold

SDMLS #NDP2203300

$2,632,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/27/2022

Sold

CRMLS #NDP2203300

$2,632,500
05/27/2022

Sold

CLAW #NDP2203300MR

$2,632,500
05/27/2022

Sold

SDMLS #NDP2203300

$2,632,500

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

Public Records for 661 Melba Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,569,657Additions$420,212Total$1,989,869
Tax Record2025$22,818 ($1,901 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0StyleResidentialZoningR-1:SINGLE FACountySAN DIEGOAPN258-274-54-00

Schools near 661 Melba Road

This home is within Encinitas Union Elementary School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Ocean Knoll Elementary School
Public - K to 6
Oak Crest Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
La Costa Canyon High School
Public - 9 to 12
Sunset High (Continuation) School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Ocean Knoll 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

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Listing Courtesy of Compass, Kelly Howard, DRE #01258451; Compass, Ed Borsack, DRE #01860404

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