920 Stratford Dr

Encinitas, CA 92024

$1,850,000
Price
2
Beds
993 Sq. Ft.
$1,863 / Sq. Ft.
993
Sq. Ft.
$1,863
per Sq. Ft.
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Pending
Pending
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Description

West of I-5 and only a few block to the beach, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage offers 993 sq ft of cozy coastal living on an oversized lot. Full of character and in original condition, this home is the perfect opportunity to restore, renovate, or enjoy as-is. The roomy living room is open and airy with many windows to let the sunshine in. Sit in the breakfast nook and enjoy views to the backyard. The carpets were removed to find oak hardwood floors. The laundry room with washer and dryer...West of I-5 and only a few block to the beach, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage offers 993 sq ft of cozy coastal living on an oversized lot. Full of character and in original condition, this home is the perfect opportunity to restore, renovate, or enjoy as-is. The roomy living room is open and airy with many windows to let the sunshine in. Sit in the breakfast nook and enjoy views to the backyard. The carpets were removed to find oak hardwood floors. The laundry room with washer and dryer is conveniently located inside the house. The spacious yard features mature fruit trees, including orange, apricot, persimmon, macadamia nut and avocado, and plenty of room for expansion, gardening, or outdoor entertaining. Equipped with solar for energy efficiency. Two car garage. Easy access to I-5 and Coast Highway. Close to Swami's, Seaside Market, Moonlight State Beach, Stonesteps, Encinitas Community Park, Scripps Hospital, great shopping and many restaurants. Encinitas is a premier Southern California coastal city renowned for its world-class surf spots (like Swami’s and Cardiff Reef), pristine beaches, and laid-back, vintage beach town culture. Located on Historic Highway 101, it is famous for the Self-Realization Fellowship Meditation Gardens, San Diego Botanic Garden, and a vibrant, walkable downtown. Home is being sold as-is. This is your rare chance to own a beachside retreat with endless potential!
  1. Listed by Harriet Preovolos • DRE #01929954 • Brokerage DRE #01885684 • Allison James Estates & Homes • 619-890-2765
  2. Listed by Christie Kramer-LeVander • DRE #00902753 • Brokerage DRE #01885684 • Allison James Estates & Homes

Property Details for 920 Stratford Drive

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Parking Spaces Total
5
Private Pool
No
Cooling Type
None
Building Type
Detached
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Living Area
993
Assessor Parcel Number
258-233-25-00
LISTING UPDATED: 02/23/2026 10:43 AM

Property Details for 920 Stratford Drive

StatusPending
MLS #NDP2601395
Days on Market11
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1956
Lot Size0.22 AC / 9,600 SF
CountySan Diego County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Allison James Estates & Homes, Harriet Preovolos, DRE #01929954; Allison James Estates & Homes, Christie Kramer-LeVander, DRE #00902753
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Building Information for 920 Stratford Drive

Stories1Year Built1956Building Size-Lot Size0.22 AC / 9,600 SF

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$9,414 per month

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Property Information for 920 Stratford Drive

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract Number: 002141
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $1,167
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Assessments YN: Yes
  • Assessments: Unknown
  • Community Features: Gutters
  • Number Of Units In Community: 1
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Equipment: Dryer, Washer
  • Interior Features: Pantry, Tile Counters, Unfurnished
  • Room Type: Galley Kitchen, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Room Bathroom Features: Tile Counters, Shower in Tub, Bathtub
  • Bedroom Features: Main Floor Bedroom
  • Room Kitchen Features: Tile Counters
  • Kitchen Features: Pantry, Tile Counters, Galley Kitchen
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Nook
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Individual Room, Inside, Washer Included
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room
  • Fireplace: FP in Living Room
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating Type: Wall Furnace
  • Heating: Wall Furnace
  • Heat Equipment: Wall/Gravity
  • Flooring Type: Vinyl, Wood
  • Floor Coverings: Linoleum/Vinyl, Wood
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/crmls/NDP2601395
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Entry Location: Front
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fence: Wood
  • Fencing: Average Condition, Wood
  • Structures: Gutters
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Miscellaneous: Gutters
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool: N/K
  • Pool Heat: N/K
Land/Lot Info
  • Sign on Property: Yes
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Sloped Down, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Lawn, Lot 6500-9999, Rectangular Lot
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Number Of Units: 1
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Sprinklers: No
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Road Frontage Type: Maintained, City Street
  • Levels: One
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: No
  • Uncovered Spaces: 3
  • Open Other Spaces Total: 3
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 2
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Attached Garage: No
Property / Structure Info
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls

Property History for 920 Stratford Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 23, 2026

Pending

SDMLS #NDP2601395

—
Feb 23, 2026

Pending

CLAW #NDP2601395MR

—
Feb 22, 2026

Pending

CRMLS #NDP2601395

—
Feb 12, 2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NDP2601395

$1,850,000—
Jan 30, 2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NDP2601395MR

$1,850,000—
Jan 30, 2026

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NDP2601395

$1,850,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/23/2026

Pending

SDMLS #NDP2601395

—
02/23/2026

Pending

CLAW #NDP2601395MR

—
02/22/2026

Pending

CRMLS #NDP2601395

—
02/12/2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NDP2601395

$1,850,000
01/30/2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NDP2601395MR

$1,850,000
01/30/2026

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NDP2601395

$1,850,000

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

Public Records for 920 Stratford Drive

Taxable ValueLand$170,818Additions$170,818Total$341,636
Tax Record2025$4,766 ($397 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt993 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt993 SqFtLot Size9,600 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956ZoningR-1:SINGLE FACountySAN DIEGOAPN258-233-25-00

Schools near 920 Stratford Drive

This home is within Encinitas Union Elementary School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Paul Ecke-Central Elementary School
Public - K to 6
Oak Crest Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
La Costa Canyon High School
Public - 9 to 12
San Dieguito High Academy
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Paul Ecke-Central 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

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