Fully gated, 0.61 acre compound set back from Crest Drive with panoramic easterly views. Property can accommodate a variety of different living situations with a 4 Bedroom 3 Bath main residence, a detached 1 Bedroom 1 Bath guest house, and a detached studio/pool house. The 4 Bedroom 3 Bath main residence with 3,135 sq. ft. is in move-in condition and upgraded with newer flooring, newer doors, recessed lighting, newer bathroom vanities, an in-wall sound system and La Cantina BiFold doors. The first level consists of the kitchen, walk-in pantry, laundry area, living and family rooms and dining area. Opposite of the kitchen and pantry area is a full bathroom and a separate bedroom with exterior access. Adjoining the family room is an office nook with built in cabinetry and a large 3/4 bath. Connected is a large area than can be used as a bedroom, game room, or guest retreat. Combined with the office nook and bathroom, this entire multipurpose area could serve as an ADU/studio with a private entrance. The second level consists of the primary bedroom, newer bathroom, walk-in closet and a secondary bedroom with a loft. This upper level offers stunning easterly views and amazing sunrises. The main residence is equipped with a newer HVAC system with central A/C and heat. The property is fully fenced with multiple landscape improvements including an outdoor entertainment area with a built-in barbecue, large open patio area with built-in seating, a wood burning fireplace and five outdoor raised garden boxes that are perfect for flowers, strawberries, or organic gardening. Other landscape improvements include multiple patios, a lawn area, a deep in ground pool with an old school diving board, outdoor lighting and automatic irrigation. The fully accessorized pool house can also be utilized as a self contained studio as it is thoughtfully and stylishly enhanced with a kitchenette, 3/4 bath, and a queen sized Murphy bed. The separate, detached 1 Bedroom 1 Bath guest house is completely remodeled with a full kitchen, full sized laundry area and is approximately 550 sq. Ft. Off the bedroom is a sliding glass door that leads to a private patio. Parking consists of a 2-car garage, a 3-stall carport and enough room for several vehicles to park in the driveway. The main house is all electric. Propane gas is used for the guest house and pool house. The pool itself is heated by solar. This Encinitas location offers easy access to great schools, I-5 freeway and all types of conveniences along El Camino Real. Hop on E-Bikes and cruise to downtown Cardiff, Seaside Market, local beaches and restaurants, or head a little northwest to downtown Encinitas and Moonlight Beach. Start your day in a peaceful state with the sun rising over the distant mountains and end your day watching hot air balloons in the valley below.
Single-familyProperty Type
1980Year Built
0.6 acresLot Size
$1,097Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Keith Wagner•DRE #00948925• Realty Place
Listed by Taylor Wagner•DRE #02018396• Realty Place
Contact: wagnerproperties@cox.net
Bought with Kelly McLaughlin•DRE #02128868• Compass California III, Inc.
Bought with Whitney Peyser•DRE #01788295• Compass California III, Inc.
This one of a kind property includes: This property is zoned for duplex, but lives like a Single family home with attached 'granny flat' studio. Separate 1 bedroom cottage with laundry room. Pool house 'granny flat' with kitchenette, bath and laundry. All this is gated, fenced and very private. Mainhouse and attached studio are situated on bluff and have panoramic views of Rancho Santa Fe, Olivenhain and Encinitas. Watch the hot air balloons go by in the valley below! Wonderful for family home with rental unit and two units for guests. Entire property is landscaped and features several large specimen trees. Large pool area is shared by all units.
Public Records
Sep 19, 2012
Sold
$937,000
$299/sq ft
SDMLS #110056050
Sep 2, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Feb 7, 2012
Price Changed
$950,000
$303/sq ft
Oct 6, 2011
Listed
$1,550,000
$494/sq ft
CRMLS #41016258
May 27, 2004
Sold
$1,335,000
$426/sq ft
Mar 30, 2004
Listed
$1,485,000
$474/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 9, 1992
Sold
$300,000
$96/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$37,140 (+207.3%)
$3,121,200 + $390,150
$3,511,350
2024
$12,084 (+2.3%)
$3,060,000 + $382,500
$3,442,500
2023
$11,808 (+2.0%)
$786,181 + $345,033
$1,131,214
2022
$11,572 (+1.3%)
$770,766 + $338,268
$1,109,034
2021
$11,425 (+1.3%)
$755,653 + $331,636
$1,087,289
2020
$11,282 (+2.1%)
$740,837 + $325,134
$1,065,971
2019
$11,048 (+2.0%)
$733,241 + $321,801
$1,055,042
2018
$10,828 (+1.8%)
$718,864 + $315,492
$1,034,356
2017
$10,631 (+3.4%)
$690,950 + $303,242
$994,192
2016
$10,286 (+1.4%)
$690,950 + $303,242
$994,192
2015
$10,142 (+2.0%)
$677,402 + $297,297
$974,699
2014
$9,945 (−1.1%)
$654,157 + $287,096
$941,253
2013
$10,054
$654,157 + $287,096
$941,253
2012
$10,054
$651,201 + $285,799
$937,000
2011
$10,053
$679,000 + $298,000
$977,000
2010
$10,053
$679,000 + $298,000
$977,000
2009
$10,051 (−14.9%)
$679,000 + $298,000
$977,000
2008
$11,810
$679,000 + $298,000
$977,000
Tax history for 1291 Crest Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$37,140 (+207.3%)
$3,121,200 + $390,150
$3,511,350
2024
$12,084 (+2.3%)
$3,060,000 + $382,500
$3,442,500
2023
$11,808 (+2.0%)
$786,181 + $345,033
$1,131,214
2022
$11,572 (+1.3%)
$770,766 + $338,268
$1,109,034
2021
$11,425 (+1.3%)
$755,653 + $331,636
$1,087,289
2020
$11,282 (+2.1%)
$740,837 + $325,134
$1,065,971
2019
$11,048 (+2.0%)
$733,241 + $321,801
$1,055,042
2018
$10,828 (+1.8%)
$718,864 + $315,492
$1,034,356
2017
$10,631 (+3.4%)
$690,950 + $303,242
$994,192
2016
$10,286 (+1.4%)
$690,950 + $303,242
$994,192
2015
$10,142 (+2.0%)
$677,402 + $297,297
$974,699
2014
$9,945 (−1.1%)
$654,157 + $287,096
$941,253
2013
$10,054
$654,157 + $287,096
$941,253
2012
$10,054
$651,201 + $285,799
$937,000
2011
$10,053
$679,000 + $298,000
$977,000
2010
$10,053
$679,000 + $298,000
$977,000
2009
$10,051 (−14.9%)
$679,000 + $298,000
$977,000
2008
$11,810
$679,000 + $298,000
$977,000
*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
0.6 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
3,135
Year built
1980
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
San Diego County
APN
2620120600
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
RR1
H_IBOZ
Rural Residential 1 Zone
Rural Residential 1 is intended to provide for low density single-family detached residential units with minimum lot sizes of one net acre and maximum densities of one unit per net acre for rural area compatibility. 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
Hillside/Inland Bluff Overlay Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Equestrian facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Agriculture-Pastureland
Housing-Mobile home park
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
# of Carport Spaces: 3
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Carport, Driveway, Garage
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 5
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Stove, Refrigerator
Has Appliances
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Bonus Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office, See Remarks, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
Fireplace Information
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: North side of main house
Levels: Two
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units In Community: 1
Exterior
Exterior Features
Pool Features: In Ground
Has Pool
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Size Dimensions: 101 x 255
Lot Features: Landscaped, Lawn, Yard
Lot Dimensions Source: Public Records
Property Information
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Public Records
Parcel Number: 2620120600
Total # of Stories: 2
Has View
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Valley
School Information
High School District: San Dieguito Union
Location Information
Latitude: 33.03435700
Longitude: -117.26149200
Directions: From Santa Fe Dr, Head south on Crest Dr. Turn left approximately in 0.1 miles. Continue straight, property will be on the right.
Zoning: R-1:Single Fam-Res
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,135
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.6 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1980
Year Renovated: 1980
County: San Diego County
APN: 2620120600
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: wagnerproperties@cox.net
Days Active in MLS: 10
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Keith
List Agent Last Name: Wagner
Co-List Agent First Name: Taylor
Co-List Agent Last Name: Wagner
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Realty Place
Co-List Office Name: Realty Place
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Kelly
Buyer Agent Last Name: McLaughlin
Co-Buyer Agent First Name: Whitney
Co-Buyer Agent Last Name: Peyser
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Compass
Co-Buyer Office Name: Compass
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Ocean Knoll Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.7mi
7/10
Oak Crest Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
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
3/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 87° expected this year, 17 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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Estimated sale price
$3.27M – $3.95M
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