Welcome home to 1496 Neptune Avenue in Encinitas…the coveted street’s most spectacular oceanfront property with pristinely private beach access year round. Entirely remodeled in 2020, this approx. 3000 sqft stunner boasts all new electrical, plumbing, interior and exterior walls with elegant designer finishes and upgrades throughout. Professionally and impeccably maintained lighted stairs with ocean flood light and sound system, plus coastal commission compliant seawall, bluffside yoga deck, convenient beachfront storage, upper and lower gates for optimal safety and security. Through the authentic tibetan front gate and inside the privacy of a powder-coated stainless steel automated car gate, a fully enclosed front courtyard boasts a world-class Koi pond, specimen plumerias, custom glass 2-car garage door, stunning Santa Barbara exterior finish, triple tile roof, copper rain gutters and gorgeous new walnut and frosted glass front door. Stunningly upgraded throughout with radiant heat flooring, 2 interior and 2 exterior fireplaces, fully automated sheer and blackout blinds, Lutron lighting system, Yamaha interior and exterior audio system, walnut doors, Toto toilettes, custom storage and built-ins, and never ending ocean views. The entry floor offers Marble Flooring, Professional Chef’s Kitchen with Mia Cucina custom cabinets, Subzero refrigerator/freezer, wine refrigerator, Bertozoni 6-burner gas range + griddle and steam oven, guest bedroom with ensuite bath, plus additional oceanfront bedroom and full bathroom with custom Mia Cucina cabinets and hand-painted lotus tile, plus beautifully functioning elevator to the upstairs primary retreat. Upstairs, the primary suite with Porcelanosa flooring with radiant heat, exterior and interior fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, panoramic ocean view plus 2 separate adjoining decks. Stunning bathroom suite with steam shower, designer tile, extra large bath tub, dual sinks, vanity, walk in closet with built-ins. Breathtaking oceanfront gym with folding Anderson glass doors, and side sliding glass window. Lower level offers a separate guest suite complete with kitchenette, luxury full bath, ductless heating and air, Scotsman Ice Maker. Expansive under-home storage, including housing two tankless water heating and in-floor heating systems. Large exterior decks with Tucci automated umbrellas, custom canopy, and deluxe standing jacuzzi. THIS HOME IS A MUST SEE!
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
9,148 sq ftLot Size
$3,585Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Hannah Nancarrow-Woods•DRE #02005522• Nancarrow Realty Group
Listed by Elyse Dittrich Stassel•DRE #01931225• Nancarrow Realty Group
Bought with Rachel Stock•DRE #01986499• Big Block Realty
Unique, open Ocean front Mediterranean home with private stairs to the sand below. EXISTING SEAWALL IS TIMBER PILE WITH TIMBER LAGGING BUILT IN APPROX 1983. THERE ARE ALSO APPROX 3 MID BLUFF RETAINING WALLS. 3 bd 3 ba Main house with elevator, full finished basement for a guest with full bath. Luxurious Master Bedroom encompasses the entire second floor and has Panoramic Ocean views with a jacuzzi off the private deck.Flooring is rare birds eye maple reclaimed from the old San Diego airport. Neighborhoods: Leucadia Equipment: Pool/Spa/Equipment, Range/Oven Other Fees: 0 Sewer: Sewer Connected Topography: LL
Public Records
Apr 25, 1996
Sold
$740,000
$246/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 14, 1986
Sold
$450,000
$150/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$110,355 (+3.7%)
$8,843,400 + $1,560,600
$10,404,000
2024
$106,394 (+114.7%)
$8,670,000 + $1,530,000
$10,200,000
2023
$49,555 (+2.1%)
$8,500,000 + $1,500,000
$10,000,000
2022
$48,544 (+1.3%)
$3,346,556 + $1,301,098
$4,647,654
2021
$47,903 (+2.6%)
$3,280,938 + $1,275,587
$4,556,525
2020
$46,705 (+2.1%)
$3,216,606 + $1,250,576
$4,467,182
2019
$45,742 (+2.0%)
$3,183,624 + $1,184,307
$4,367,931
2018
$44,840 (+1.8%)
$3,121,200 + $1,161,086
$4,282,286
2017
$44,035 (+252.3%)
$3,000,000 + $1,116,000
$4,116,000
2016
$12,499 (+1.7%)
$3,000,000 + $1,116,000
$4,116,000
2015
$12,296 (+2.2%)
$701,670 + $460,621
$1,162,291
2014
$12,033 (−0.9%)
$677,593 + $444,816
$1,122,409
2013
$12,137 (+5.4%)
$677,593 + $444,816
$1,122,409
2012
$11,512 (+2.0%)
$674,531 + $442,806
$1,117,337
2011
$11,290 (+0.7%)
$661,305 + $434,124
$1,095,429
2010
$11,208
$648,339 + $425,612
$1,073,951
2009
$11,209 (+2.3%)
$643,494 + $422,432
$1,065,926
2008
$10,957
$645,023 + $423,436
$1,068,459
Tax history for 1496 Neptune Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$110,355 (+3.7%)
$8,843,400 + $1,560,600
$10,404,000
2024
$106,394 (+114.7%)
$8,670,000 + $1,530,000
$10,200,000
2023
$49,555 (+2.1%)
$8,500,000 + $1,500,000
$10,000,000
2022
$48,544 (+1.3%)
$3,346,556 + $1,301,098
$4,647,654
2021
$47,903 (+2.6%)
$3,280,938 + $1,275,587
$4,556,525
2020
$46,705 (+2.1%)
$3,216,606 + $1,250,576
$4,467,182
2019
$45,742 (+2.0%)
$3,183,624 + $1,184,307
$4,367,931
2018
$44,840 (+1.8%)
$3,121,200 + $1,161,086
$4,282,286
2017
$44,035 (+252.3%)
$3,000,000 + $1,116,000
$4,116,000
2016
$12,499 (+1.7%)
$3,000,000 + $1,116,000
$4,116,000
2015
$12,296 (+2.2%)
$701,670 + $460,621
$1,162,291
2014
$12,033 (−0.9%)
$677,593 + $444,816
$1,122,409
2013
$12,137 (+5.4%)
$677,593 + $444,816
$1,122,409
2012
$11,512 (+2.0%)
$674,531 + $442,806
$1,117,337
2011
$11,290 (+0.7%)
$661,305 + $434,124
$1,095,429
2010
$11,208
$648,339 + $425,612
$1,073,951
2009
$11,209 (+2.3%)
$643,494 + $422,432
$1,065,926
2008
$10,957
$645,023 + $423,436
$1,068,459
*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
4
Baths
3.25
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,148
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
3,010
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
2540401600
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
No
Accessible
Yes
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Waterfront
Last updated by owner on Dec 27, 2023.
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: 2
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Auto Driveway Gate, Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Garage, Garage - Front Entry, Garage - Two Door, Gated, Private, Side by Side
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 4
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Dryer Included, Individual Room, Inside, Washer Included
Kitchen Information
Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Built In Range, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Gas Cooking, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
Has Appliances
Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
Cooling Information
Central, Zoned, Ductless
Has Cooling
Room Information
Entry, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Walk-In Closet
Fireplace Information
Primary Bedroom, Outdoors, See Remarks, Two Way
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Stone, Wood
Heating Information
Forced Air, Ductless
Has Heating
Interior Features
Panel Doors, Sliding Glass Door(s)
Balcony, Elevator, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Living Room Balcony, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters, Two Story Ceilings, Unfurnished
Levels: Three Or More
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Security Features: Automatic Gate
Spa Features: Above Ground
Has Spa
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Roof: Tile
Fencing: See Remarks
Has Fence
Foundation Information
No
Exterior Features
Koi Pond, Rain Gutters
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Bluff Front
Property Information
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 2540401600
Total # of Stories: 3
Has View
Waterfront Features: Lot on Beach Front, Lot on Ocean Front, Lot on/near Seawall
Year Built Source: Assessor
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Biking
School Information
High School District: San Dieguito Union
Location Information
Latitude: 33.07334900
Longitude: -117.30850800
Directions: West side of 1400 block of Neptune Ave. between Jupiter and Avocado Streets.
Zoning: R-2:Minor Multiple
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.25
Sq. Ft.: 3,010
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: —
Basement: No
Accessible: Yes
Lot Size: 9,148 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: 2020
County: San Diego County
APN: 2540401600
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Waterfront
Home facts updated by owner on Dec 27, 2023
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 236
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Hannah
List Agent Last Name: Nancarrow-Woods
Co-List Agent First Name: Elyse
Co-List Agent Last Name: Dittrich Stassel
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Nancarrow Realty Group
Co-List Office Name: Nancarrow Realty Group
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Rachel
Buyer Agent Last Name: Stock
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Big Block Realty
Around this home
Schools
Paul Ecke-Central Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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 82° 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 7.3 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$10.52M – $12.74M
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