1938 Playa Riviera Dr, Cardiff, CA 92007

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Off market sep 2018 for $805K

$1,699,701

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,064/mo

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1,498

sq ft

1938 Playa Riviera Dr, Cardiff, CA 92007

About this home

Rare opportunity to own a house plus studio in beautiful Cardiff by the Sea! Great starter home or investment property. This recently remodeled bungalow features 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths in the main house, plus a permitted studio with full kitchen, bath, AC and separate entrance. The private front yard features lush landscaping and an open-air entertaining area. Award winning Cardiff schools, Seaside Market and beautiful beaches all within a mile. [Supplement]: Peek ocean views from the property and beautiful ocean views to La Jolla as one walks through the neighborhood. Emerging neighborhood street with many newly renovated houses and young families. Recently installed wood-like tile floors throughout the main house which are super durable for sandy feet and paws. Kitchen fully remodeled in 2015 with brand new cabinets, quartz countertops, Bosch dishwasher, recessed lighting, and skylight to let in natural light to this bright kitchen. Bathrooms recently remodeled with contemporary tile and fixtures. Brand new back patio cover and front landscaping. Bright studio boasts laminate flooring, skylight, air conditioning, and new paint. Keep for house guests or super easy to rent to a quiet, working professional!

Single-familyProperty Type

1974Year Built

$1,135Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Rachel Stock •DRE #01986499 • Big Block Realty

Bought with CRMLS FILL Agent •DRE #01958634 • CRMLS

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•Source:CRMLS #180041226

Redfin Estimate

$1,699,701

$895K since sold in September 2018$88K since October

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This home's estimate is 27.4% lower than the average sale price ($2.34M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 15, 2026
$2,350,000
A
4 beds3 baths2,496 sq ft
1927 Playa Riviera Dr, Cardiff, CA 92007
SOLD OCT 22, 2026
$3,200,000
B
4 beds3 baths2,613 sq ft
2253 Lagoon Vw, Cardiff, CA 92007
SOLD OCT 9, 2026
$2,265,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths1,953 sq ft
339 Delage Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$1,285,000
D
— beds— baths— sq ft
2287 Manchester Ave, Cardiff, CA 92007
SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$1,730,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths1,618 sq ft
359 Dublin Dr, Cardiff by the Sea, CA 92007
SOLD MAY 1, 2026
$3,225,000
F
4 beds3 baths2,253 sq ft
2313 Manchester Ave, Cardiff, CA 92007

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Market trends in 92007, CA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

98.7%

0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$2.8M

$821 MoM

Avg. days on market

24d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

4 MoM

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OPEN SAT, 11AM TO 1PM
$1,580,000
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960 Woodlake Dr, Cardiff, CA 92007
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5 beds4 baths2,260 sq ft
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All the bedrooms are together on the southern side of the house. The living area is open to the kitchen and there is an eat at island instead of a dining room. The laundry hookups are outside on the back covered patio. No garage since it’s been...
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Sale history for 1938 Playa Riviera Dr

Date

Event

Price

CRMLS #180041226

Sep 11, 2018

Sold

$805,000

$537/sq ft

Aug 20, 2018

Pending

—

Jul 26, 2018

Listed

$815,000

$544/sq ft

+15

Peek ocean views from the property and beautiful ocean views to La Jolla as one walks through the neighborhood. Emerging neighborhood street with many newly renovated houses and young families. Recently installed wood-like tile floors throughout the main house which are super durable for sandy feet and paws. Kitchen fully remodeled in 2015 with brand new cabinets, quartz countertops, Bosch dishwasher, recessed lighting, and skylight to let in natural light to this bright kitchen. Bathrooms recently remodeled with contemporary tile and fixtures. Brand new back patio cover and front landscaping. Bright studio boasts laminate flooring, skylight, air conditioning, and new paint. Keep for house guests or super easy to rent to a quiet, working professional!

Public Records

Aug 13, 2003

Sold

$415,000

$277/sq ft

CRMLS #21009023

Feb 22, 2003

Listing Removed

—

Feb 22, 2002

Listed

$399,900

$267/sq ft

CRMLS #991022033

Jan 30, 2000

Sold

$223,000

$149/sq ft

Dec 12, 1999

Listed

$229,950

$154/sq ft

CRMLS #991015713

Dec 9, 1999

Listing Removed

—

Aug 19, 1999

Listed

$229,950

$154/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 22, 1977

Sold

$57,500

$38/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$10,323 (−0.4%)

$728,347 + $187,599

$915,946

2024

$10,362 (+2.8%)

$714,066 + $183,921

$897,987

2023

$10,082 (+1.0%)

$700,065 + $180,315

$880,380

2022

$9,982 (+3.0%)

$686,339 + $176,780

$863,119

2021

$9,694 (+0.2%)

$672,882 + $173,314

$846,196

2020

$9,672 (+1.9%)

$659,689 + $169,916

$829,605

2019

$9,494 (+50.3%)

$652,925 + $168,174

$821,099

2018

$6,319 (+3.2%)

$640,123 + $164,877

$805,000

2017

$6,126 (+4.8%)

$404,269 + $104,128

$508,397

2016

$5,844 (+1.1%)

$404,269 + $104,128

$508,397

2015

$5,783 (+1.7%)

$396,343 + $102,087

$498,430

2014

$5,688 (+1.4%)

$382,743 + $98,585

$481,328

2013

$5,608 (+2.2%)

$382,743 + $98,585

$481,328

2012

$5,490 (+1.0%)

$373,542 + $96,213

$469,755

2011

$5,435 (+1.9%)

$373,542 + $96,213

$469,755

2010

$5,336 (+0.3%)

$366,218 + $94,327

$460,545

2009

$5,319 (+2.4%)

$363,481 + $93,623

$457,104

2008

$5,194

$364,345 + $93,846

$458,191

Tax history for 1938 Playa Riviera Dr

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$10,323 (−0.4%)

$728,347 + $187,599

$915,946

2024

$10,362 (+2.8%)

$714,066 + $183,921

$897,987

2023

$10,082 (+1.0%)

$700,065 + $180,315

$880,380

2022

$9,982 (+3.0%)

$686,339 + $176,780

$863,119

2021

$9,694 (+0.2%)

$672,882 + $173,314

$846,196

2020

$9,672 (+1.9%)

$659,689 + $169,916

$829,605

2019

$9,494 (+50.3%)

$652,925 + $168,174

$821,099

2018

$6,319 (+3.2%)

$640,123 + $164,877

$805,000

2017

$6,126 (+4.8%)

$404,269 + $104,128

$508,397

2016

$5,844 (+1.1%)

$404,269 + $104,128

$508,397

2015

$5,783 (+1.7%)

$396,343 + $102,087

$498,430

2014

$5,688 (+1.4%)

$382,743 + $98,585

$481,328

2013

$5,608 (+2.2%)

$382,743 + $98,585

$481,328

2012

$5,490 (+1.0%)

$373,542 + $96,213

$469,755

2011

$5,435 (+1.9%)

$373,542 + $96,213

$469,755

2010

$5,336 (+0.3%)

$366,218 + $94,327

$460,545

2009

$5,319 (+2.4%)

$363,481 + $93,623

$457,104

2008

$5,194

$364,345 + $93,846

$458,191

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7,100 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1974

Sq. Ft.

1,498

Year built

1974

Style

Single Family Residential

County

San Diego County

APN

2605710600

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.

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Residential 8 is intended to provide for suburban single-family detached residential units with minimum lot sizes of 5,400 net square feet and maximum densities of eight units per net acre. One primary dwelling is permitted on each legal lot. Single-family units may be attached to other single-family units provided each unit is located on a separate legal lot with approval of a PRD.

Zone overlays

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Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

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Property details

Parking

Parking / Garage Information
Uncovered Spaces: 2
Driveway, None, Street
# of Parking Spaces: 2

Interior

Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Outside, Gas Dryer Hookup

Kitchen Information
Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Oven, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range/Stove Hood, Refrigerator
Has Appliances
Breakfast Nook

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3

Cooling Information
Wall Window
Has Cooling

Room Information
Entry, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom

Flooring Information
Tile

Heating Information
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Heating

Interior Features
Levels: One

Exterior

Exterior Information
Roof: Shingle
Other Structures: Guest House Attached
Construction Materials: Stucco

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered
Has Patio
Pool Features: None

Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor

Property Information
Parcel Number: 2605710600
Total # of Stories: 1

Location

School Information
High School District: San Dieguito Union

Location Information
Latitude: 33.02206500
Longitude: -117.27273200
Other Subdivision Name: Poinsettia Heights
Directions: [Cross Street(s)]: Birmingham

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,498
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,100 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1974
Year Renovated: 1974
County: San Diego County
APN: 2605710600

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 22
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 22

Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Rachel
List Agent Last Name: Stock

Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Big Block Realty

Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: CRMLS
Buyer Agent Last Name: FILL Agent

Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: CRMLS

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Ada W. Harris Elementary School

Public 3-6 • Assigned • 0.6mi

10/10

Oak Crest Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi

7/10

La Costa Canyon High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

4/10 Heat Factor

6 days above 83° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Cardiff, CA • 92007

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in June and 7.3 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.62M – $1.96M

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Home values near 1938 Playa Riviera Dr

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1884 Playa Riviera Drive, Cardiff, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1013 Sq. Ft.	$1,586,263
1908 Playa Riviera Drive, Cardiff, CA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2007 Sq. Ft.	$1,733,321
1926 Playa Riviera Drive, Cardiff by the Sea, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1225 Sq. Ft.	$1,549,506
1927 Playa Riviera Drive, Cardiff, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2496 Sq. Ft.	$2,543,351
1921 Playa Riviera Drive, Cardiff, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1015 Sq. Ft.	$1,637,401
1901 Playa Riviera Drive, Cardiff, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1305 Sq. Ft.	$1,749,810
1914 Pariva Drive, Cardiff, CA 6 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3119 Sq. Ft.	$2,740,914

Address	Redfin Estimate
1902 Playa Riviera Drive, Cardiff, CA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2323 Sq. Ft.	$2,572,816
1914 Playa Riviera Drive, Cardiff by the Sea, CA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 1433 Sq. Ft.	$1,741,448
1932 Playa Riviera Drive, Cardiff, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1013 Sq. Ft.	$1,607,841
1915 Playa Riviera Drive, Cardiff by the Sea, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1553 Sq. Ft.	$1,839,078
1939 Playa Riviera Drive, Cardiff by the Sea, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1214 Sq. Ft.	$1,926,702
1914 Playa Riviera Drive, Cardiff, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1433 Sq. Ft.	$1,735,437
1924 Pariva Drive, Cardiff, CA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1205 Sq. Ft.	$1,648,066

Address	Redfin Estimate
1885 Playa Riviera Drive, Cardiff, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2092 Sq. Ft.	$2,240,258
1920 Playa Riviera Drive, Cardiff, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1312 Sq. Ft.	$1,891,220
1944 Playa Riviera Drive, Cardiff, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1058 Sq. Ft.	$1,168,249
1909 Playa Riviera Drive, Cardiff, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1013 Sq. Ft.	$1,671,006
1945 Playa Riviera Drive, Cardiff, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1013 Sq. Ft.	$1,584,059
1904 Pariva Drive, Cardiff, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1960 Sq. Ft.	$2,708,877
1944 Pariva Drive, Cardiff by the Sea, CA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1498 Sq. Ft.	$1,762,142

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