815 Hermes Ave

1,412 Sq. Ft.
$1,346 / Sq. Ft.
1,412
Sq. Ft.
$1,346
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 815 Hermes Avenue, a classic 1957 beach cottage tucked just two blocks east of the Pacific Coast Highway in the heart of Leucadia. Set along an idyllic, tree-lined cul-de-sac, this quiet stretch of Hermes Avenue captures the laid-back coastal charm that makes Encinitas so special. The 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,412 square feet of living space, a two-car garage, and sits on a flat and usable 0.21-acre lot — presenting endless potential to restore, reimagine, or expand. Enjoy the ultimate...Welcome to 815 Hermes Avenue, a classic 1957 beach cottage tucked just two blocks east of the Pacific Coast Highway in the heart of Leucadia. Set along an idyllic, tree-lined cul-de-sac, this quiet stretch of Hermes Avenue captures the laid-back coastal charm that makes Encinitas so special. The 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,412 square feet of living space, a two-car garage, and sits on a flat and usable 0.21-acre lot — presenting endless potential to restore, reimagine, or expand. Enjoy the ultimate walkable lifestyle. Stroll to Beacons Beach at Leucadia State Park for sunset surf sessions, morning walks, or sandy afternoons. You’re also moments from beloved local restaurants, coffee shops, and the recently opened Chick & Hawk, all just minutes from your front door. Offered as an as-is estate sale, this property presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of classic Leucadia on a generous lot in one of North County’s most desirable coastal neighborhoods.

Listing Agent

  1. Bob Griswold

    Bob Griswold

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01228259

    bob.griswold@compass.com

    P: (858)-967-2608

Property Details for 815 Hermes Avenue

View
None
Parking Spaces Total
2
Private Pool
No
Cooling Type
None
Building Type
Detached
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Living Area
1412
Assessor Parcel Number
256-040-12-00
LISTING UPDATED: 05/01/2026 05:25 AM

Property Details for 815 Hermes Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #NDP2604127
Days on Market5
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1957
Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,147 SF
CountySan Diego County

Location

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Building Information for 815 Hermes Avenue

Stories1Year Built1957Building Size-Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,147 SF

Payment Calculator

$9,910 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$9,567

Property Taxes

$343

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 815 Hermes Avenue

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract Number: 000570
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Assessments YN: Yes
  • Assessments: Unknown
  • Community Features: Street Lights
  • Number Of Units In Community: 0
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Kitchen, Living Room
  • Bedroom Features: All Bedrooms Down
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Gas, Living Room
  • Fireplace: FP in Living Room, Gas
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
  • Flooring Type: Laminate
  • Floor Coverings: Laminate
  • Flooring: Laminate
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Asbestos Shingle
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Fence: No
  • View Description: None
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool: N/K
  • Pool Heat: N/K
Land/Lot Info
  • Sign on Property: Yes
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units: 0
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Sprinklers: No
  • Levels: One
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: No
  • 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 815 Hermes Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 30, 2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NDP2604127

$1,900,000
Apr 29, 2026

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NDP2604127

$1,900,000
Apr 29, 2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NDP2604127MR

$1,900,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/30/2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NDP2604127

$1,900,000
04/29/2026

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NDP2604127

$1,900,000
04/29/2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NDP2604127MR

$1,900,000

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

Public Records for 815 Hermes Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$104,394Additions$222,582Total$326,976
Tax Record2025$4,111 ($343 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,412 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,412 SqFtLot Size9,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1957ZoningR-1:SINGLE FACountySAN DIEGOAPN256-040-12-00

Schools near 815 Hermes 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

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815 Hermes Avenue is a single family home for sale in Encinitas, CA 92024. This property was listed for sale on April 29, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $1,900,000. 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. 815 Hermes Avenue is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,412 sqft single family home built in 1957.

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