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Off Market Dec 2009 for $550K

$1,624,300

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,548/mo

•

1,450

sq ft

1038 Melba, Encinitas, CA 92024

About this home

NOT A SHORT SALE! Great opportunity to own totally upgraded detached property west of El Camino Real and one-half block from Ocean Knoll School. Open, flowing floorplan with four sliding doors to outside. Beautiful kitchen with granite countertops and top-of-the-line SS appliances. Floors are Italian porcelain and strand carbonized bamboo. Large backyard with huge entertainment patio and detached studio. Xeriscape landscaping with cactus gardens. No HOA fees. This one will go fast! MUST SEE! [Supplement]: Stone fireplace in LR; Owners are using 4th optional bedroom as office/library. Can easily be converted back to 4th bedroom. Garage currently used as music studio but will be converted back to garage before COE. Remodeled bathrooms with tile floors and granite countertops. Large, fenced backyard has patio with pergola, hand-made mosaic table to be included with house, outdoor shower, gas hook-up for grill, and outdoor lighting. Unpermitted detached studio has two skylights and cork flooring. Buyer(s) to verify all information prior to COE.

Single-familyProperty Type

1960Year Built

7,000 sq ftLot Size

$1,120Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Marilyn Dashe •DRE #01441059 • First Team Real Estate

Listed by Hedy Goldman •DRE #01308147

Bought with Lori Kranz •DRE #01341856 • Market Realty

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•Source:CRMLS #90066395

Redfin Estimate

$1,624,300

$1.1M since sold in December 2009$4,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 5.1% lower than the average sale price ($1.71M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,650,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,268 sq ft
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SOLD APR 22, 2026
$1,895,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,423 sq ft
733 Cathy Ln, Cardiff, CA 92007
SOLD MAR 13, 2026
$1,975,000
C
4 beds2 baths1,748 sq ft
835 Cathy Ln, Cardiff, CA 92007
SOLD JUL 9, 2026
$1,405,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,301 sq ft
725 Teaberry St, Encinitas, CA 92024
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$1,625,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,149 sq ft
926 Nolbey St, Cardiff, CA 92007
SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$1,715,000
F
4 beds2 baths1,830 sq ft
1503 Tucker Ln, Encinitas, CA 92024

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Market trends in 92024, CA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.0%

0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$1.9M

$101K MoM

Avg. days on market

24d

3 days MoM

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3 MoM

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Sale history for 1038 Melba

Date

Event

Price

CRMLS #90066395

Dec 29, 2009

Sold

$550,000

$379/sq ft

Dec 1, 2009

Listed

$599,000

$413/sq ft

CRMLS #80053880

Aug 28, 2008

Sold

$505,000

$348/sq ft

Jul 31, 2008

Listed

$524,900

$362/sq ft

ENCINITAS REO! GREAT LOCATION! This 4BR/2BA home features a custom built front yard wall enclosing the yard, newer vinyl windows, crown molding, a cozy floor-to-ceiling rock fireplace, remodeled kitchen and baths with granite counters and new cabinets, 12' Spanish tile flooring in traffic areas, recessed lighting, smooth ceilings, private & detached 4th bedroom provides many options (guest, teenager, in-law, permit status & dimensions unknown), MORE! Please read Confidential and Supplemental Remarks. [Supplement]: The seller has never occupied the property and is exempt from supplying the buyer with a TDS. This home is being sold in its current as-is condition. The buyer is to complete thorough investigations before close of escrow. The buyer/agent shall verify all information contained herein before close of escrow. Information contained herein is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed.

CRMLS #71035012

Oct 27, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Oct 27, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Apr 27, 2007

Listed

$714,900

$493/sq ft

Apr 27, 2007

Listed

$714,900

$493/sq ft

CRMLS #41045467

Oct 21, 2004

Sold

$678,000

$468/sq ft

Jul 25, 2004

Listed

$676,999

$467/sq ft

CRMLS #11018157

Feb 8, 2002

Sold

$320,000

$221/sq ft

CRMLS #11012882

Aug 30, 2001

Listing Removed

—

Aug 30, 2001

Listing Removed

—

Jul 10, 2001

Listed

$334,900

$231/sq ft

Jul 10, 2001

Listed

$334,900

$231/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 1, 1998

Sold

$198,000

$137/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 1, 1998

Sold

$215,000

$148/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 31, 1990

Sold

$205,500

$142/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 19, 1987

Sold

$147,000

$101/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$8,090 (+4.3%)

$552,060 + $172,066

$724,126

2024

$7,756 (+3.0%)

$541,236 + $168,693

$709,929

2023

$7,532 (+1.7%)

$530,624 + $165,386

$696,010

2022

$7,405 (+1.3%)

$520,220 + $162,144

$682,364

2021

$7,310 (+1.6%)

$510,020 + $158,965

$668,985

2020

$7,193 (+2.0%)

$500,020 + $155,849

$655,869

2019

$7,049 (+2.2%)

$494,893 + $154,251

$649,144

2018

$6,894 (+1.9%)

$485,190 + $151,227

$636,417

2017

$6,767 (+3.5%)

$466,350 + $145,355

$611,705

2016

$6,541 (+2.0%)

$466,350 + $145,355

$611,705

2015

$6,412 (+5.4%)

$457,206 + $142,505

$599,711

2014

$6,084 (+3.8%)

$426,000 + $134,000

$560,000

2013

$5,863 (−4.6%)

$426,000 + $134,000

$560,000

2012

$6,144 (+0.2%)

$403,000 + $126,000

$529,000

2011

$6,135 (−0.6%)

$430,913 + $134,310

$565,223

2010

$6,171 (+6.4%)

$422,464 + $131,677

$554,141

2009

$5,797 (−28.1%)

$419,307 + $130,693

$550,000

2008

$8,059

$385,000 + $120,000

$505,000

Tax history for 1038 Melba

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$8,090 (+4.3%)

$552,060 + $172,066

$724,126

2024

$7,756 (+3.0%)

$541,236 + $168,693

$709,929

2023

$7,532 (+1.7%)

$530,624 + $165,386

$696,010

2022

$7,405 (+1.3%)

$520,220 + $162,144

$682,364

2021

$7,310 (+1.6%)

$510,020 + $158,965

$668,985

2020

$7,193 (+2.0%)

$500,020 + $155,849

$655,869

2019

$7,049 (+2.2%)

$494,893 + $154,251

$649,144

2018

$6,894 (+1.9%)

$485,190 + $151,227

$636,417

2017

$6,767 (+3.5%)

$466,350 + $145,355

$611,705

2016

$6,541 (+2.0%)

$466,350 + $145,355

$611,705

2015

$6,412 (+5.4%)

$457,206 + $142,505

$599,711

2014

$6,084 (+3.8%)

$426,000 + $134,000

$560,000

2013

$5,863 (−4.6%)

$426,000 + $134,000

$560,000

2012

$6,144 (+0.2%)

$403,000 + $126,000

$529,000

2011

$6,135 (−0.6%)

$430,913 + $134,310

$565,223

2010

$6,171 (+6.4%)

$422,464 + $131,677

$554,141

2009

$5,797 (−28.1%)

$419,307 + $130,693

$550,000

2008

$8,059

$385,000 + $120,000

$505,000

*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

7,000 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1977

Sq. Ft.

1,450

Year built

1977

Style

Single Family Residential

County

San Diego County

APN

2591101700

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.

Residential 5 Zone

Residential 5 is intended to provide for lower density suburban development consisting of single-family detached units with minimum lot sizes of 8,700 net square feet and maximum densities of five 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.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Agriculture-Pastureland
Housing-Mobile home park

Property details

Parking

Parking / Garage Information
Uncovered Spaces: 2
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Carport Attached, Driveway, Garage Door Opener
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 4

Interior

Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, In Garage, Gas Dryer Hookup

Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator
Has Appliances

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2

Fireplace Information
Fire Pit
Has Fireplace

Flooring Information
Tile, Wood

Heating Information
Fireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Heating

Interior Features
Levels: One

Exterior

Exterior Information
Roof: Tar/Gravel
Construction Materials: Drywall Walls, Stucco

Foundation Information
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter

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

Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Lot-Level/Flat
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor

Property Information
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 2591101700
Total # of Stories: 1

Location

School Information
High School District: Other

Location Information
Other Subdivision Name: ENCINITAS
Directions: I-5; E on Santa Fe; N on Balour; W on Melba one-half block on right [Cross Street(s)]: Balour
Zoning: R-5

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,450
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: 1977
County: San Diego County
APN: 2591101700

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 6
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 6

Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Marilyn
List Agent Last Name: Dashe
Co-List Agent First Name: Hedy
Co-List Agent Last Name: Goldman

Listing Office Information
List Office Name: First Team Real Estate

Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Lori
Buyer Agent Last Name: Kranz

Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Market Realty

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Schools

Ocean Knoll Elementary School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.1mi

7/10

Oak Crest Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi

7/10

La Costa Canyon High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi

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

7 days above 84° expected this year, 20 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

Encinitas, CA • 92024

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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

$1.54M – $1.87M

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Home values near 1038 Melba

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1076 Melba Road, Encinitas, CA 6 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3500 Sq. Ft.	$2,534,859
1048 Melba Road, Encinitas, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1242 Sq. Ft.	$1,389,167

Address	Redfin Estimate
1066 Melba Road, Encinitas, CA 5 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 3751 Sq. Ft.	$2,940,266
1030 Melba Road, Encinitas, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1232 Sq. Ft.	$1,609,261

Address	Redfin Estimate
1058 Melba Road, Encinitas, CA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1950 Sq. Ft.	$1,928,944
1020 Melba Road, Encinitas, CA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1450 Sq. Ft.	$1,349,464

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