Moonlight Beach House just 2 blocks from the sand. Newer Construction (built 2006) with only the highest quality materials used. Home features 8 foot solid core doors throughout along with your own private elevator. Multiple skylights and windows create a very light and bright environment on the interior space of this home.
The upstairs outdoor patio is great for entertaining accommodating a full size dinning table and chairs. The outdoor patio also features ocean views. The kitchen was designed for those who cook with abundant Caesarstone counter tops and high-end appliances. The kitchen as well as the rest of the house all feature custom solid wood cabinetry. This home is equipped with Cat 5 wiring throughout for internet and an in home security system. The living room features 5.1 surround system while the rest of the home is also wired and equipped with speakers throughout for your listening desires. Owner recently also added a custom built in ground spa with water feature. Spend a day at the beach and walk home to your private Jacuzzi in your backyard oasis. The home features an additional bonus room in the lower level perfect for a game room, exercise room, wine cellar or additional guest suite. Not only is this home just steps to the sand of one of San Diego's finest beaches (Moonlight Beach) but it is also conveniently within walking distance to a vibrant and growing downtown. Downtown Encinitas continues to blossom and become one of San Diego's most desired beach destinations. A new Whole Foods Market as well as coffee shops and fine dinning are all just a short stroll away.
TownhomeProperty Type
2006Year Built
$1,073Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Joshua Krause•DRE #01352001• Joshua Krause
•858-876-4445 (agent)
•krauserealty@gmail.com (agent)
Bought with Roderick Dargie•DRE #01414530• Realty Executives REALTORS
Seller will entertain offers between $1,125,000 and $1,165,000. Beautiful Mediterranean-Inspired Custom Beach Home WEST of 101 just steps away from Moonlight Beach!! Never lived in, this home is conveniently located a few blocks away from the Coaster station and downtown Encinitas! [Supplement]: This gorgeous 2151 esf multi-level beach home has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, a balcony suitable for outdoor dining, a tropical backyard with a covered porch and even an elevator within! Exterior features include Spanish-style clay tile roofing, Italian Porcelain tile decks with custom wrought iron railings, wide terrace archways, a tumbled cobblestone driveway and an outdoor shower. There are many superb interior features including maple hardwood flooring, maple cabinetry, travertine fireplace, skylights, bay windows, surround-sound throughout and a security system. The reverse floor plan has the master bedroom suite as a private sanctuary located on the first floor with a lavishly appointed bathroom and walk-in closet. It flows to the outside covered porch and backyard with ample space for a private spa! The second bedroom is also located on the first floor with a full bath. Take your personal elevator from the master (or take the indoor turret staircase) to the second floor with its open living/dining room and huge gourmet kitchen. Enjoy dining outside on the west-facing terrace while watching the panoramic sunset and ocean view. Guests can stay in a third bedroom located adjacent to the kitchen with a separate entrance. The elevator transports you down to the basement with a bonus room (gym?), the garage, laundry room, and storage closet--a perfect area to house your wine collection?? This is an impressive property with a unique location - perfect as a vacation home. Within minutes you can surf, stroll the beach, dine downtown, shop, take the Coaster to the Padre game or view the ocean with its spectacular sunsets all within your own neighborhood!! This is Southern California, WEST-of-101-living at its FINEST!!
SDMLS #1
Mar 14, 2007
Price Changed
$1,239,000
$576/sq ft
CRMLS #61083875
Mar 28, 2007
Listing Removed
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Mar 28, 2007
Listing Removed
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Sep 29, 2006
Listed
$1,289,000
$599/sq ft
Sep 29, 2006
Listed
$1,289,000
$599/sq ft
CRMLS #61031253
Sep 28, 2006
Listing Removed
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Sep 28, 2006
Listing Removed
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Apr 15, 2006
Listed
$1,450,000
$674/sq ft
Apr 15, 2006
Listed
$1,450,000
$674/sq ft
SDMLS #51061481
Feb 15, 2006
Listing Removed
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Feb 15, 2006
Listing Removed
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Aug 23, 2005
Listed
$1,549,000
$720/sq ft
Aug 23, 2005
Listed
$1,549,000
$720/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,622 (+3.7%)
$1,103,294 + $447,443
$1,550,737
2024
$16,025 (+2.4%)
$1,081,661 + $438,670
$1,520,331
2023
$15,648 (+2.0%)
$1,060,452 + $430,069
$1,490,521
2022
$15,335 (+1.0%)
$1,039,659 + $421,637
$1,461,296
2021
$15,188 (+1.3%)
$1,019,274 + $413,370
$1,432,644
2020
$14,995 (+2.1%)
$999,289 + $405,265
$1,404,554
2019
$14,688 (+2.1%)
$989,043 + $401,110
$1,390,153
2018
$14,392 (+2.0%)
$969,650 + $393,246
$1,362,896
2017
$14,112 (+3.4%)
$931,999 + $377,977
$1,309,976
2016
$13,642 (+1.7%)
$931,999 + $377,977
$1,309,976
2015
$13,413 (+31.2%)
$913,725 + $370,566
$1,284,291
2014
$10,220 (−0.7%)
$630,000 + $321,000
$951,000
2013
$10,289 (+3.5%)
$630,000 + $321,000
$951,000
2012
$9,938 (+1.3%)
$630,000 + $321,000
$951,000
2011
$9,814 (+0.2%)
$630,000 + $321,000
$951,000
2010
$9,797 (−5.7%)
$630,000 + $311,000
$941,000
2009
$10,392 (+120.4%)
$630,000 + $311,000
$941,000
2008
$4,714
$670,000 + $330,000
$1,000,000
Tax history for 121 3rd St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,622 (+3.7%)
$1,103,294 + $447,443
$1,550,737
2024
$16,025 (+2.4%)
$1,081,661 + $438,670
$1,520,331
2023
$15,648 (+2.0%)
$1,060,452 + $430,069
$1,490,521
2022
$15,335 (+1.0%)
$1,039,659 + $421,637
$1,461,296
2021
$15,188 (+1.3%)
$1,019,274 + $413,370
$1,432,644
2020
$14,995 (+2.1%)
$999,289 + $405,265
$1,404,554
2019
$14,688 (+2.1%)
$989,043 + $401,110
$1,390,153
2018
$14,392 (+2.0%)
$969,650 + $393,246
$1,362,896
2017
$14,112 (+3.4%)
$931,999 + $377,977
$1,309,976
2016
$13,642 (+1.7%)
$931,999 + $377,977
$1,309,976
2015
$13,413 (+31.2%)
$913,725 + $370,566
$1,284,291
2014
$10,220 (−0.7%)
$630,000 + $321,000
$951,000
2013
$10,289 (+3.5%)
$630,000 + $321,000
$951,000
2012
$9,938 (+1.3%)
$630,000 + $321,000
$951,000
2011
$9,814 (+0.2%)
$630,000 + $321,000
$951,000
2010
$9,797 (−5.7%)
$630,000 + $311,000
$941,000
2009
$10,392 (+120.4%)
$630,000 + $311,000
$941,000
2008
$4,714
$670,000 + $330,000
$1,000,000
*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
3
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
2006
Sq. Ft.
2,151
Year built
2006
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
San Diego County
APN
2580310301
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
R15
Residential 15 Zone
Residential 15 is intended to provide for higher density residential development within the coastal areas including single-family units (attached and detached), duplex units, and senior housing, with a maximum density of 15 units per net acre. A duplex is a permitted use on lots of 5,000 square feet gross or greater that existed prior to adoption of this Code (March 23, 1989).
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Housing-Mobile home park
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Parking Spaces: 2
# of Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Non-Garage Parking: Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Optional Bedrooms: 1
Master Bedroom Dimensions: 14x16
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 12 x 14
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces(s): 1
Fireplace Information: Fireplace in Living Room
Interior Features
Equipment: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Fire Sprinklers, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Forced Air
Heat Source: Natural Gas
Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
Laundry Information
Laundry Location: Laundry Room
Laundry Utilities: Electric, Gas
Room Information
Square Feet (Estimated): 2,151
Dining Room Dimensions: 12 x 14
Family Room Dimensions: 12 x 14
Kitchen Dimensions: 12 x 14
Living Room Dimensions: 12 x 14
Basement, Bedroom on Entry Level, Bonus Room, Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Family Room
Exterior
Exterior Features
Construction: Stucco
Fencing: Gate
Patio: Awning-Covered Porch, Covered
Building Information
Year Built: 2006
# of Stories: 3
Has Elevator
Building Entrance Level: 2
Roof: Tile/Clay
Pool Information
Spa Heat: Gas
Property Information
# of Units in Building: 2
# of Stories: 3
Residential Sub-Category: Attached
Residential Sub-Category: Attached
Entry Level Unit: 2
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor Record
Exclusive-Use Yard
Known Restrictions: CC&R's
Unit Location: No Unit Above or Below
Sign on Property: Yes
Property Features
Security: Other (See Remarks)
Telecommunications: Cable (Coaxial), Wired High-Speed Internet