Live the Encinitas lifestyle! Fantastic corner cul-de-sac location in the hidden gem neighborhood of Quail Gardens. This wonderful home is updated and upgraded throughout with a bright, modern feel and paid for solar. Enjoy the large, private, and beautifully landscaped backyard perfect for entertaining year round. Catch the coastal breezes and peek-a-boo views of Batiquitos Lagoon and Park Hyatt Aviara Resort from your second story balcony. Take long scenic walks on the many nearby nature trails including Quail Gardens Canyon and Swallowtail Trail. Afterward, have a picnic or just relax under the trees at nearby Hawk View Park. With close proximity to the beach, terrific shopping, and excellent restaurants, the Quail Gardens neighborhood is a great place to call home!
Enjoy coastal hilltop living at the end of Swallowtail Road in Quail Gardens. Surrounded by nature…golf, parks, trails, beach and shopping are all nearby. View deck looks out to the Batiquitos Lagoon and Aviara. The kitchen has been updated with stainless appliances, fresh white cabinetry, and a farmhouse sink. The home has vaulted ceilings and is light and bright throughout. Neighborhoods: Quail Gardens Equipment: Range/Oven Other Fees: 0 Sewer: Sewer Connected Topography: LL Bed 2 Dimension: 13x09 Bed 3 Dimension: 12x10 Bed 4 Dimension: 10x08 Dining Room Dimen: 15x13 Family Room Dim: 20x12 Kitchen Dim: 11x08 Living Room Dim: 15x11 Master Bedroom Dim: 17x15
SDMLS #130063588
Jan 15, 2014
Sold
$786,000
$396/sq ft
Dec 18, 2013
Pending
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Dec 9, 2013
Listed
$779,000
$393/sq ft
+19
Location, Location, Location!! Upgraded Cul De Sac home located amongst million dollar properties in a highly sought after Encinitas neighborhood. Enjoy gorgeous northerly views of Aviara golf course and Batiquitos lagoon from the newly renovated deck. This 4 bedroom 2.5 bath home boasts brand new carpet, paint and updated kitchen and bathrooms. Home also has updated vinyl windows with plantation shutters. Beach, Golf, hiking trails, and shopping are just minutes away from this beautiful home. SS
4th Bedroom was being used as office, could be converted back to bedroom by simply adding a closet. Tittle reflects 4 BR's. If you are looking to buy a home in a very sought after part of the country, look no further, this is one of the lowest priced single family homes in the area. Get in before rates go up, and or the borrowing/lending criteria changes in January 2014 A new home, WHAT A GREAT HOLIDAY PRESENT! Listing information, including schools, square footage, HOA fees, lot size are believed to be true and accurate. Buyers, and buyers agent to confirm prior to the close of escrow.
CRMLS #41019694
May 26, 2004
Sold
$780,000
$393/sq ft
Apr 16, 2004
Listed
$769,000
$388/sq ft
CRMLS #11020180
Mar 29, 2002
Sold
$490,000
$247/sq ft
Nov 6, 2001
Listed
$499,900
$252/sq ft
SDMLS #11009857
Oct 29, 2001
Listing Removed
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Oct 29, 2001
Listing Removed
—
May 25, 2001
Listed
$509,000
$257/sq ft
May 25, 2001
Listed
$509,000
$257/sq ft
CRMLS #991021079
Feb 1, 2000
Sold
$370,000
$186/sq ft
Nov 18, 1999
Listed
$374,000
$189/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 23, 1989
Sold
$281,000
$142/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 16, 1985
Sold
$176,000
$89/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,911 (+85.4%)
$1,530,000 + $386,580
$1,916,580
2024
$11,281 (+2.8%)
$1,500,000 + $379,000
$1,879,000
2023
$10,975 (+2.3%)
$752,997 + $259,764
$1,012,761
2022
$10,724 (+1.6%)
$738,233 + $254,671
$992,904
2021
$10,555 (+1.6%)
$723,758 + $249,678
$973,436
2020
$10,394 (+2.1%)
$709,567 + $244,783
$954,350
2019
$10,184 (+1.1%)
$702,292 + $242,274
$944,566
2018
$10,075 (+8.7%)
$688,522 + $237,524
$926,046
2017
$9,265 (+3.2%)
$617,265 + $212,942
$830,207
2016
$8,977 (+1.7%)
$617,265 + $212,942
$830,207
2015
$8,826 (+30.2%)
$605,162 + $208,767
$813,929
2014
$6,777 (−1.1%)
$458,000 + $158,000
$616,000
2013
$6,855 (+3.3%)
$458,000 + $158,000
$616,000
2012
$6,635
$458,000 + $158,000
$616,000
2011
$6,634
$458,000 + $158,000
$616,000
2010
$6,635 (+0.4%)
$458,000 + $158,000
$616,000
2009
$6,610 (−14.1%)
$458,000 + $158,000
$616,000
2008
$7,697
$458,000 + $158,000
$616,000
Tax history for 1773 Swallowtail Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,911 (+85.4%)
$1,530,000 + $386,580
$1,916,580
2024
$11,281 (+2.8%)
$1,500,000 + $379,000
$1,879,000
2023
$10,975 (+2.3%)
$752,997 + $259,764
$1,012,761
2022
$10,724 (+1.6%)
$738,233 + $254,671
$992,904
2021
$10,555 (+1.6%)
$723,758 + $249,678
$973,436
2020
$10,394 (+2.1%)
$709,567 + $244,783
$954,350
2019
$10,184 (+1.1%)
$702,292 + $242,274
$944,566
2018
$10,075 (+8.7%)
$688,522 + $237,524
$926,046
2017
$9,265 (+3.2%)
$617,265 + $212,942
$830,207
2016
$8,977 (+1.7%)
$617,265 + $212,942
$830,207
2015
$8,826 (+30.2%)
$605,162 + $208,767
$813,929
2014
$6,777 (−1.1%)
$458,000 + $158,000
$616,000
2013
$6,855 (+3.3%)
$458,000 + $158,000
$616,000
2012
$6,635
$458,000 + $158,000
$616,000
2011
$6,634
$458,000 + $158,000
$616,000
2010
$6,635 (+0.4%)
$458,000 + $158,000
$616,000
2009
$6,610 (−14.1%)
$458,000 + $158,000
$616,000
2008
$7,697
$458,000 + $158,000
$616,000
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,534 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1986
Sq. Ft.
1,984
Year built
1986
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
2545710300
Parking Spaces
4
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
$69 /month
Garage
Yes
Features
Green
Last updated by owner on Aug 9, 2026.
R3
C/NRO
Residential 3 Zone
Residential 3 is intended to provide for single-family detached residential units with minimum lot sizes of 14,500 net square feet and maximum densities of three units per net acre, as a rural to suburban transition. 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:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Agriculture-Pastureland
Housing-Mobile home park
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 4
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Attached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Oven, Gas Range
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Full
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 2
Property Features
Green Energy Generation: Solar
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Sewer Connected
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $69
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $69
Location Information
Subdivision Name: ENCINITAS
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,984
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1986
Year Renovated: 1986
County: San Diego County
APN: 2545710300
HOA Dues: $69/month
Garage: Yes
Features: Green
Home facts updated by owner on Aug 9, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: San Diego Association of REALTOR
Around this home
Schools
Capri Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Diegueno Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi
9/10
La Costa Canyon High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi
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
6 days above 85° expected this year, 16 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.
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Estimated sale price
$1.99M – $2.41M
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