$3,523,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,873 Sq. Ft.
$1,881 / Sq. Ft.
1,873
Sq. Ft.
$1,881
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Ocean-View Income Opportunity at Moonlight Beach! Seconds from the beach and popular Coast Highway hotspots, this exceptionally located, corner-lot property features three separate 2 bed/1 bath units bursting with potential — rent them all, move into one, or create your perfect multi-generational beach home! Each unit includes cheerful outdoor living space with ocean and sunset views. The upper level hosts two uniquely styled units with bright, open-concept layouts. A large, partially shaded terrace...Ocean-View Income Opportunity at Moonlight Beach! Seconds from the beach and popular Coast Highway hotspots, this exceptionally located, corner-lot property features three separate 2 bed/1 bath units bursting with potential — rent them all, move into one, or create your perfect multi-generational beach home! Each unit includes cheerful outdoor living space with ocean and sunset views. The upper level hosts two uniquely styled units with bright, open-concept layouts. A large, partially shaded terrace opens to the first apartment with hardwood floors, open living/dining and a granite kitchen. The second unit boasts charming exposed-beam ceilings and a fieldstone fireplace, with access to the tranquil backyard patio and outdoor fireplace for year-round entertaining. The lower-level third unit displays a massive bay window pouring with natural light, and a balcony to enjoy the ocean views and breeze. Beautiful landscape is just across the road, with Moonlight Tennis Courts to the south and Dave’s Rock Garden to the west. Enjoy easy access to the 5 freeway, diverse shops and restaurants along the Coast Highway two blocks away, and sunny surf, volleyball, a playground and more at Moonlight Beach! Truly a rare opportunity in one of Encinitas’ most coveted neighborhoods. First time on the market in more than 50 years.
  1. Listed by Peter D Caspersen • DRE #01772876 • Brokerage DRE #01527365 • Compass • 619-807-3423

Property Details for 253 B Street

Community
ENCINITAS
Parking Garage
Attached
Garage Spaces
2.0
Area Zip
ENCINITAS (92024)
Standard Status
Closed
LISTING UPDATED: 06/27/2025 02:36 AM

Property Details for 253 B Street

StatusSold
MLS #210022833
Days on Market28
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1953
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,044 SF
CountySan Diego County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Peter D Caspersen, DRE #01772876

Sold By Compass, Rachel Gerdin, DRE #02106933

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Building Information for 253 B Street

Stories2Year Built1953Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,044 SF

Payment Calculator

$20,817 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$17,408

Property Taxes

$3,409

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 253 B Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Coordinates: -117.294934, 33.048882
  • Latitude: 33.048882
  • Longitude: -117.294934
  • Directions: Cross Street: Third St.
  • MLS Area Major: Coastal North
  • Water Source: Meter on Property
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Other Fees: $0
  • CFD Mello Roos Fee: $0
  • Monthly Total Fees: $0
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Parking Total: 2.0
  • Parking Non-Garage Spaces: 0.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1873.0
  • Building Area Units: Sqft
  • Living Area: 1873
  • Living Area Units: Sqft
  • Lot Size Area: 0.12
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5044.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size:
Property and Assessments
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Age Restrictions: N/K
  • Prop Restrictions Known: None Known
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Year Built: 1953
Utilities
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Heat Source: Natural Gas
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Pool Features: N/K
  • Pool Heat: N/K
  • Roof: Composition
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Built In Range, Gas Stove, Gas Range
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Laundry Features: Electric, Gas
  • Levels: 2 Story
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Up, Laundry
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Optional Bedrooms: 0
  • Baths Total: 2.0
Room
Room Information
  • Primary Bed Area: 10x17
  • Bed2Area: 10x11
  • Bed3Area: 10x11
  • Dining Room Area: 10x9
  • Family Room Area: 20x14
  • Kitchen Area: 12x9
  • Living Room Area: 0x0

Property History for 253 B Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 15, 2023

Sold

SDMLS #NDP2304567

$5,400,000
Jun 15, 2023

Sold

CLAW #NDP2304567MR

$5,400,000
Mar 30, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1510373468

$5,400,000

+34.0% / yr

Mar 9, 2023

Pending

CLAW #NDP2304567MR

Mar 9, 2023

Pending

SDMLS #NDP2304567

Mar 9, 2023

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NDP2304567MR

$5,400,000
Mar 9, 2023

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NDP2304567

$5,400,000
Oct 19, 2021

Sold

CRMLS #210022926

$3,523,000
Oct 19, 2021

Sold

SDMLS #210022833

$3,523,000
Oct 19, 2021

Sold

SDMLS #210022926

$3,523,000
Oct 19, 2021

Sold

CRMLS #210022833

$3,523,000
Oct 18, 2021

Sold

CLAW #210022926SD

$3,523,000
Oct 18, 2021

Sold

CLAW #210022833SD

$3,523,000
Oct 13, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1474739198

$3,523,000
Oct 13, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1474739198

$3,523,000
Sep 8, 2021

Pending

CRMLS #210022926

Sep 8, 2021

Pending

SDMLS #210022833

Sep 8, 2021

Pending

SDMLS #210022926

Sep 8, 2021

Pending

CRMLS #210022833

Sep 7, 2021

Pending

CLAW #210022926SD

Sep 7, 2021

Pending

CLAW #210022833SD

Aug 12, 2021

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #210022926

$2,350,000
Aug 12, 2021

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #210022926

$2,350,000
Aug 11, 2021

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #210022833

$2,350,000
Aug 11, 2021

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #210022833

$2,350,000
Aug 11, 2021

Listed (Active)

CLAW #210022926SD

$2,350,000
Aug 10, 2021

Listed (Active)

CLAW #210022833SD

$2,350,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/15/2023

Sold

SDMLS #NDP2304567

$5,400,000
06/15/2023

Sold

CLAW #NDP2304567MR

$5,400,000
03/30/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1510373468

$5,400,000

+34.0% / yr

03/09/2023

Pending

CLAW #NDP2304567MR

03/09/2023

Pending

SDMLS #NDP2304567

03/09/2023

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NDP2304567MR

$5,400,000
03/09/2023

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NDP2304567

$5,400,000
10/19/2021

Sold

CRMLS #210022926

$3,523,000
10/19/2021

Sold

SDMLS #210022833

$3,523,000
10/19/2021

Sold

SDMLS #210022926

$3,523,000
10/19/2021

Sold

CRMLS #210022833

$3,523,000
10/18/2021

Sold

CLAW #210022926SD

$3,523,000
10/18/2021

Sold

CLAW #210022833SD

$3,523,000
10/13/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1474739198

$3,523,000
10/13/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1474739198

$3,523,000
09/08/2021

Pending

CRMLS #210022926

09/08/2021

Pending

SDMLS #210022833

09/08/2021

Pending

SDMLS #210022926

09/08/2021

Pending

CRMLS #210022833

09/07/2021

Pending

CLAW #210022926SD

09/07/2021

Pending

CLAW #210022833SD

08/12/2021

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #210022926

$2,350,000
08/12/2021

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #210022926

$2,350,000
08/11/2021

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #210022833

$2,350,000
08/11/2021

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #210022833

$2,350,000
08/11/2021

Listed (Active)

CLAW #210022926SD

$2,350,000
08/10/2021

Listed (Active)

CLAW #210022833SD

$2,350,000

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

Public Records for 253 B Street

Taxable ValueLand$3,183,624Additions$555,011Total$3,738,635
Tax Record2025$40,902 ($3,409 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt2,601 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,601 SqFtLot Size5,044 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)Year Built1953ZoningCOMMERCIALCountySAN DIEGOAPN258-034-08-00

Schools near 253 B Street

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

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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