Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,434 sqft
798 Melba Rd, Encinitas, CA 92024
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.14 acresLot Size
1960Year Built
$501/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Absolutely charming home in Coastal Encinitas boasts 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Many distinguished vintage features throughout. SOME OCEAN VIEW from living room! Situated within walking distance to Award Winning Ocean Knoll Elementary, Oak Crest Jr High and San Dieguito Academy High School. Quick bike ride to fabulous restaurants in Old Encinitas or take a dip into the BIG BLUE OCEAN at Moonlight Beach.Absolutely charming home in Coastal Encinitas boasts 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Many distinguished vintage features throughout. SOME OCEAN VIEW from living room! Situated within walking distance to Award Winning Ocean Knoll Elementary, Oak Crest Jr High and San Dieguito Academy High School. Quick bike ride to fabulous restaurants in Old Encinitas or take a dip into the BIG BLUE OCEAN at Moonlight Beach.

Listing Agent

  1. Jody Schmauss

    Jody Schmauss

    Listing Agent

    Sea Coast Exclusive Properties

    DRE #01950830

    jody.schmauss@compass.com

    P: (760) 815-5423

    M: (760) 815-5423

Listing closed: 08/13/2015 12:00 AM • Source: SDMLS, MLS#: 150036398

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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,600,000

Avg days on market

16

Sale-to-list ratio

100.3%

Encinitas, CA

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1

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Bedrooms
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Bathrooms
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Square Feet
0.57
Acres
a aerial view of a house with a yard potted plants and large tree
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Sold 02/27/26

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Square Feet
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Acres
a front view of a house with a yard and garage
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Sold 04/02/25

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Bedrooms
1,454
Square Feet
0.14
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Sold 10/09/24

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Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres
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Square Feet
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$2,150,000 | 823 Stratford Drive, Encinitas, CA 92024
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Sold 06/10/26

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Square Feet
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Acres
$1,600,000 | 157 Beechtree Drive, Encinitas, CA 92024
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Sold 08/10/26

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Bedrooms
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Bathrooms
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Square Feet
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Sea Coast Exclusive Properties, Jody Schmauss, DRE #01950830

Sold By Shoreline Properties, Jenny Jantzen, DRE #01291553

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Property Information for 798 Melba Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Area: Other (LCOTH)
  • Neighborhood: Encinitas
  • Community: ENCINITAS
  • City Postal ID: ENCINITAS (92024)
  • Cross Street(s): Nardo Road
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Lot Size: 0.14 AC / 6,300 SF
Summary Information
Property and Location
  • System ID: 150036398
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Levels: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Age Restrictions: N/K
  • Exclusive Use Yard: Yes
  • Market Area: Coastal North
  • Directions To Property: Exit Sante Fe Drive in Encinitas off the 5 FWY, go East, left at MacKinnon light, right on Melba.
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
Parking
  • Parking Garage: Attached
  • Parking Non-Garage: Driveway
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 2
  • Number of Parking Spaces: 2
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner Fees: $0
  • Monthly Total Fees: $0
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $0
  • Other Fees: $0
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: None
  • Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
  • Heat Source: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Location: Kitchen
  • Equipment: Disposal, Garage Door Opener, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Laundry Utilities: Gas
  • Optional Bedrooms: 0
  • Fireplaces(s): 1
  • Fireplace: FP in Living Room
  • Approximate Living Space: 1, 000 to 1, 499 SqFt
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Searchable Rooms: Bedroom Entry Level, Dining Area, MBR Entry Level
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 15X12
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 11X11
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 12X10
Interior Dimensions
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X13
  • Family Room Dimensions: 0
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 11X12
  • Living Room Dimensions: 20X16
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood/Stucco
  • Roof: Composition
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Pool: N/K
  • Square Footage: 1434
Property Information
Property and Assessments
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Pets: Yes
  • Entry Only: No
  • Lot Size: 4,000-7,499 SF
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor Record
  • Topography: Level
  • Zoning: R1
  • Assessors Parcel Num: 258-371-25-00
Utilities
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected
Multi Family Information
Building Details
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air

Property History for 798 Melba Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 13, 2015

Sold

CRMLS #150036398

$719,000—
Aug 13, 2015

Sold

SDMLS #150036398

$719,000—
Aug 13, 2015

Sold

CLAW #150036398MR

$719,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/13/2015

Sold

CRMLS #150036398

$719,000
08/13/2015

Sold

SDMLS #150036398

$719,000
08/13/2015

Sold

CLAW #150036398MR

$719,000

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

Public Records for 798 Melba Road

Taxable ValueLand$748,630Additions$119,534Total$868,164
Tax Record2025$9,463 ($789 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,434 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,434 SqFtLot Size6,300 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1960Year Renovated1960ZoningR3CountySAN DIEGOAPN258-371-25-00

Schools near 798 Melba Road

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
Ocean Knoll Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Oak Crest Middle School
Public7 to 8

La Costa Canyon High School
Public9 to 12

San Dieguito High Academy
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: 798 Melba Road, Encinitas, CA 92024
$719,000
3
1,434
6,300
$1,380,000
3
1,156
7,500
–
3
2
1,152
6,300
–
3
2
1,596
6,300
–
3
2
1,396
7,500
$1,725,000
4
1,977
6,800

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