This iconic waterfront masterpiece epitomizes the essence of coastal living, with a highly coveted private staircase that touches down to the sandy beach. The grand room, dining rooms, and kitchen are beautifully designed using original materials wherever possible, and tasteful upgrades when appropriate. A generous master & 2 other bedrooms are punctuated by captivating Pacific views, & an ocean view artist’s studio, grassy front yard & parking for 6 within the gated courtyard complete this idyllic home. • Peaceful and serene with the sound of waves and incredible ocean breeze and views. • Watch the surf break down the entire coast down all the way from La Jolla to San Onofre. • Watch the boats, pelicans, whales, dolphins, local osprey and surfers below from a private yard. • Built in 1928 - the 2nd house ever built on the bluff of Neptune Avenue • Rumored to have been owned by the famous movie star, Charlie Chaplin. • Unique Cape Cod style architecture. • Coveted steps down to the beach from the backyard that have been maintained over the years. • Home has been meticulously maintained to keep the look of the original architecture with modern upgrades throughout. • Private with a gated entrance. • Large, flat grassy front yard, and side yard with immaculate tropical landscaping. • Detached artists studio/office with large glass doors that open to an ocean view. • Custom Fiber Cement Siding • Unique Georgian front door with knocker. • Original windows in the front entrance foyer to enhance the character. • Milgard windows are in the back of house for protection, and Eagle windows in the front to retain the original architecture. • Original windows in living room cabinet. • Original V-Joint wood ceilings in the living room and kitchen. • Living room has wood paneling with Picture Moulding with oversized fireplace and sound system. • Kitchen has carrera marble counters, a large island with built-in prep sink, gas range with hood, refrigerator, new dishwasher, and . ..
This iconic waterfront masterpiece epitomizes the essence of coastal living, with a highly coveted private staircase that touches down to the sandy beach. The grand room, dining rooms, and kitchen are beautifully designed using original materials wherever possible, and tasteful upgrades when appropriate. A generous master & 2 other bedrooms are punctuated by captivating Pacific views, & an ocean view artist’s studio, grassy front yard & parking for 6 within the gated courtyard complete this idyllic home. • Peaceful and serene with the sound of waves and incredible ocean breeze and views. • Watch the surf break down the entire coast down all the way from La Jolla to San Onofre. • Watch the boats, pelicans, whales, dolphins, local osprey and surfers below from a private yard. • Built in 1928 - the 2nd house ever built on the bluff of Neptune Avenue • Rumored to have been owned by the famous movie star, Charlie Chaplin. • Unique Cape Cod style architecture. • Coveted steps down to the beach from the backyard that have been maintained over the years. • Home has been meticulously maintained to keep the look of the original architecture with modern upgrades throughout. • Private with a gated entrance. • Large, flat grassy front yard, and side yard with immaculate tropical landscaping. • Detached artists studio/office with large glass doors that open to an ocean view. • Custom Fiber Cement Siding • Unique Georgian front door with knocker. • Original windows in the front entrance foyer to enhance the character. • Milgard windows are in the back of house for protection, and Eagle windows in the front to retain the original architecture. • Original windows in living room cabinet. • Original V-Joint wood ceilings in the living room and kitchen. • Living room has wood paneling with Picture Moulding with oversized fireplace and sound system. • Kitchen has carrera marble counters, a large island with built-in prep sink, gas range with hood, refrigerator, new dishwasher, and ...
CRMLS #190020613
Aug 20, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Jun 3, 2019
Price Changed
$8,750,000
$3,515/sq ft
Apr 17, 2019
Listed
$9,995,000
$4,016/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 2, 1978
Sold
$60,000
$24/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$71,437 (+3.8%)
$6,135,353 + $557,756
$6,693,109
2024
$68,836 (+2.4%)
$6,015,052 + $546,820
$6,561,872
2023
$67,199 (+2.4%)
$5,897,110 + $536,099
$6,433,209
2022
$65,614 (+1.3%)
$5,781,481 + $525,588
$6,307,069
2021
$64,758 (+1.3%)
$5,668,119 + $515,283
$6,183,402
2020
$63,914 (+2,395.0%)
$5,556,980 + $505,180
$6,062,160
2019
$2,562 (+1.8%)
$5,500,000 + $500,000
$6,000,000
2018
$2,518 (+1.6%)
$162,421 + $40,591
$203,012
2017
$2,478 (+2.9%)
$156,115 + $39,016
$195,131
2016
$2,408 (+2.6%)
$156,115 + $39,016
$195,131
2015
$2,348 (+2.9%)
$153,054 + $38,251
$191,305
2014
$2,281 (+0.2%)
$147,802 + $36,939
$184,741
2013
$2,277 (+4.8%)
$147,802 + $36,939
$184,741
2012
$2,173 (+1.7%)
$147,135 + $36,773
$183,908
2011
$2,136 (+0.6%)
$144,250 + $36,052
$180,302
2010
$2,123 (+0.9%)
$141,422 + $35,346
$176,768
2009
$2,103 (+2.9%)
$140,366 + $35,082
$175,448
2008
$2,043
$140,700 + $35,166
$175,866
Tax history for 1448 Neptune Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$71,437 (+3.8%)
$6,135,353 + $557,756
$6,693,109
2024
$68,836 (+2.4%)
$6,015,052 + $546,820
$6,561,872
2023
$67,199 (+2.4%)
$5,897,110 + $536,099
$6,433,209
2022
$65,614 (+1.3%)
$5,781,481 + $525,588
$6,307,069
2021
$64,758 (+1.3%)
$5,668,119 + $515,283
$6,183,402
2020
$63,914 (+2,395.0%)
$5,556,980 + $505,180
$6,062,160
2019
$2,562 (+1.8%)
$5,500,000 + $500,000
$6,000,000
2018
$2,518 (+1.6%)
$162,421 + $40,591
$203,012
2017
$2,478 (+2.9%)
$156,115 + $39,016
$195,131
2016
$2,408 (+2.6%)
$156,115 + $39,016
$195,131
2015
$2,348 (+2.9%)
$153,054 + $38,251
$191,305
2014
$2,281 (+0.2%)
$147,802 + $36,939
$184,741
2013
$2,277 (+4.8%)
$147,802 + $36,939
$184,741
2012
$2,173 (+1.7%)
$147,135 + $36,773
$183,908
2011
$2,136 (+0.6%)
$144,250 + $36,052
$180,302
2010
$2,123 (+0.9%)
$141,422 + $35,346
$176,768
2009
$2,103 (+2.9%)
$140,366 + $35,082
$175,448
2008
$2,043
$140,700 + $35,166
$175,866
*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
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.35 Acres
Year renovated
1928
Sq. Ft.
2,489
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
2542100200
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
R11
Residential 11 Zone
Residential 11 is intended to provide for a variety of residential development types found within the coastal areas, ranging from single-family detached units to single-family attached units, such as condominiums, townhouses, and senior housing. The minimum lot size is 3,950 net square feet and the maximum density is 11 units per net acre.
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 / Garage Information
Uncovered Spaces: 4
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 6
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Individual Room
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator, Range/Stove Hood, Gas Range
Has Appliances
Area
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Formal Entry, Office, Primary Bedroom, All Bedrooms Up, Art Studio, Walk-In Closet
Fireplace Information
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Carpet, Tile, Wood
Heating Information
Natural Gas, Fireplace, Forced Air
Has Heating
Interior Features
Levels: Two
Exterior
Exterior Information
Roof: Composition
Construction Materials: Wood
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Property Information
Parcel Number: 2542100200
Total # of Stories: 2
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Location
Location Information
Latitude: 33.07237500
Longitude: -117.30821400
Other Subdivision Name: Leucadia
Directions: North on Coast Hwy 101, left on Jupiter, right on Neptune Cross Street: Jupiter.
Subdivision Name: Leucadia
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,489
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: 1928
County: San Diego County
APN: 2542100200
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 24
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 149
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Neda
List Agent Last Name: Nourani
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Compass
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Neda
Buyer Agent Last Name: Nourani
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Compass
Around this home
Schools
Paul Ecke-Central Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.2mi
9/10
Diegueno Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.0mi
9/10
La Costa Canyon High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.5mi
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
5 days above 85° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 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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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
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Estimated sale price
$8.56M – $10.36M
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