Perched atop one of the highest lots on one of Encinitas' most iconic streets, this expansive and private . 95 acre lot offers unrivaled ocean views to Catalina Island & Dana Point with gorgeous sunrise views to the east. Rarely does an opportunity present itself to acquire one of the most enviable and exclusive remaining large parcels in Olde Encinitas. Remarkable potential lies within the flat, square, highly usable, free-standing nature of this lot; with ground-level ocean views, and coveted location, south of Sante Fe, on the west side of Crest Drive. This quintessential North County estate checks every box for those looking to develop a spectacular Southern California residence with the following permits in process: Coastal Development Permit (CDP), Grading Permit, Demo Permit, and Building Permits for a Main house (SFD), Guest House (ADU), and Detached Garage with 2 new recently drilled vertical septic pits. The flat and square topography with the option to preserve some or all of the home's existing structure, provides “Forever-home" seekers and developers with the utmost freedom and quick timeline to build an ideal dream coastal oasis! Located within the “Crest Drive Corridor, '' offering old California charm with oversized parcels and lush mature landscaping, this coveted neighborhood is the best of Southern California living! Nestled in the heart of North County, this neighborhood sits above historic Hwy 101, Cardiff Towne Centre, Downtown Encinitas, and Cedros Design District. Close proximity to award-winning schools, world-class surf, great restaurants, farmers markets, shops, galleries, parks, trails, train station, freeway access, and everything North County has to offer!
Among the remaining large parcels in Olde Encinitas, few offer such majestic and sweeping ocean views as this exceptional . 95 acre paradise. Truly amazing potential lies within the flat, square, highly usable, free-standing nature of this lot; with ground-level ocean views, and coveted location, south of Sante Fe, on the west side of Crest Drive. [See supplement for more detail…] The full (reader-friendly) version of this supplemental description is available in the MLS "docs" section. Welcome to 1356 Crest Drive, a unique 1950’s built home with mid-century style accents, and architecture designed to blend with its surroundings. Come tour this quintessential North County estate, where the coastal topography crests to its peak, offering sweeping ocean views to the west, and stunning backcountry views to the east. Breathtaking sunrises and golden sunsets color this old-timey street with sideways lighting that filters through Torrey Pines, Palms, and lush vegetation. First time on market in over 35 years, this property checks every box for those looking to develop a spectacular residence. While utility may be found in preserving some or all of the home’s existing structure, “forever-home” seekers and developers alike will be quick to appreciate the flat and square topography, perfect for a main home, guest house, swimming pool, and more. Surfers and beach lovers will feel connected to the striking blue band of Pacific Ocean, topping a lush carpet of rich vegetation and a few beautifully designed home’s roofs. If privacy is desired, the mature wild landscaping understates the entrance such that visitors need mindfully find the property. Alternatively, some trimmed back landscaping and a tasteful fence would easily frame a showcase estate. The “Crest Drive Corridor” is loosely defined as a circuit of streets (Crest, Wales, Via Tiempo, Lake), and is unofficially recognized by locals as having its own independent identity. Its prestigious, yet casual char. ..
Public Records
Feb 11, 1976
Sold
$80,000
$32/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$63,942 (+52.2%)
$3,864,282 + $2,193,000
$6,057,282
2024
$42,017 (+9.2%)
$3,788,512 + $2,150,000
$5,938,512
2023
$38,464 (−0.8%)
$3,714,228 + $250,000
$3,964,228
2022
$38,791 (+47.3%)
$3,641,400
2021
$26,339 (+1.3%)
$3,570,000 + $102,000
$3,672,000
2020
$26,009 (+1,422.2%)
$2,164,191 + $309,170
$2,473,361
2019
$1,709 (+6.8%)
$2,142,000 + $306,000
$2,448,000
2018
$1,600 (+2.0%)
$85,929 + $68,942
$154,871
2017
$1,570 (+3.5%)
$82,594 + $66,266
$148,860
2016
$1,516 (+1.5%)
$82,594 + $66,266
$148,860
2015
$1,494 (+2.0%)
$80,975 + $64,967
$145,942
2014
$1,465 (−1.1%)
$78,197 + $62,739
$140,936
2013
$1,481 (+5.5%)
$78,197 + $62,739
$140,936
2012
$1,404 (+2.1%)
$77,844 + $62,456
$140,300
2011
$1,375 (+0.7%)
$76,318 + $61,232
$137,550
2010
$1,365 (−0.2%)
$74,822 + $60,032
$134,854
2009
$1,368 (+2.2%)
$74,263 + $59,584
$133,847
2008
$1,338
$74,440 + $59,726
$134,166
Tax history for 1356 Crest Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$63,942 (+52.2%)
$3,864,282 + $2,193,000
$6,057,282
2024
$42,017 (+9.2%)
$3,788,512 + $2,150,000
$5,938,512
2023
$38,464 (−0.8%)
$3,714,228 + $250,000
$3,964,228
2022
$38,791 (+47.3%)
$3,641,400
2021
$26,339 (+1.3%)
$3,570,000 + $102,000
$3,672,000
2020
$26,009 (+1,422.2%)
$2,164,191 + $309,170
$2,473,361
2019
$1,709 (+6.8%)
$2,142,000 + $306,000
$2,448,000
2018
$1,600 (+2.0%)
$85,929 + $68,942
$154,871
2017
$1,570 (+3.5%)
$82,594 + $66,266
$148,860
2016
$1,516 (+1.5%)
$82,594 + $66,266
$148,860
2015
$1,494 (+2.0%)
$80,975 + $64,967
$145,942
2014
$1,465 (−1.1%)
$78,197 + $62,739
$140,936
2013
$1,481 (+5.5%)
$78,197 + $62,739
$140,936
2012
$1,404 (+2.1%)
$77,844 + $62,456
$140,300
2011
$1,375 (+0.7%)
$76,318 + $61,232
$137,550
2010
$1,365 (−0.2%)
$74,822 + $60,032
$134,854
2009
$1,368 (+2.2%)
$74,263 + $59,584
$133,847
2008
$1,338
$74,440 + $59,726
$134,166
*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
5
Baths
7
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.95 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
6,622
Year built
2024
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
2620111000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
RR1
C/NRO
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
Cultural/Natural Resources 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
Uncovered Spaces: 4
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway, Garage
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 6
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Dryer Included, In Garage, Washer Hookup, Washer Included, Gas Dryer Hookup
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Range/Stove Hood, Refrigerator
Has Appliances
Area, Formal Dining Room, Separated
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Room Information
Bonus Room, Den, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Separate Family Room
Fireplace Information
Family Room, Living Room
Has Fireplace
Heating Information
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Interior Features
Levels: Two
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Exterior
Exterior Features
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Lawn, Lot Over 40000 Sqft, Lot-Level/Flat, Yard
Property Information
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Parcel Number: 2620111000
Property Condition: Fixer
Total # of Stories: 2
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Utilities
Utilities Information
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Street Lighting
School Information
High School District: San Diego Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 33.03337800
Longitude: -117.26373100
Directions: Santa Fe Dr right onto Crest Dr.
Zoning: AGRICULTURAL
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 7.0
Sq. Ft.: 6,622
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.95 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2024
Year Renovated: —
County: San Diego County
APN: 2620111000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 5
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 5
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Alan
List Agent Last Name: Shafran
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Shafran Realty Group
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Alan
Buyer Agent Last Name: Shafran
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Shafran Realty Group
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 • 3.4mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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 87° expected this year, 18 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
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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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.
8.7 hrs
7.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$4.83M – $5.84M
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