This is the home you have been waiting for!!! Experience the ultimate in modern luxury living in this masterfully curated residence located at the coveted Bridgewater in Encinitas. Rarely available, this stunningly updated and impressive home features OWNED SOLAR, vaulted high ceilings, modern light fixtures, gorgeous hardwood floors, custom carpet, fresh paint and large windows with custom linen curtains, basking the home in natural light. For the avid cook, the remodeled kitchen features white shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, high-end stainless steel appliances, and overlooks the family room with a cozy fireplace. A powder room and laundry room are located downstairs for convenience, with direct access to the 3-car attached garage with plenty of storage for cars, tools, home gym, toys, and comes equipped with a tesla charger too. All bedrooms reside upstairs including the primary bedroom, which has a spa-like ensuite complete with a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and two large closets. Three generously sized additional bedrooms are down the hall and share a bath with dual sinks. Enjoy the smart home automation providing ease, security and surround sound system all year long.
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
7,405 sq ftLot Size
$955Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Ixie Weber•DRE #02009910• Redfin Corporation
•310-801-2366 (agent)
•ixie.weber@redfin.com (agent)
Bought with Danna Levin•DRE #01958610• eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Lovely upgraded home. Kitchen with seating on the island, upgraded recessed and pendant lighting. Incredible master spa retreat. Large flat back yard with no homes behind you. Outdoor entertaining with build in BBQ, fire pit and seating under the...
Palapa.
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Mark Matsumoto
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 1878 Orchard Wood Rd
Date
Event
Price
SDMLS #220003517
Mar 3, 2022
Sold
$1,875,000
$783/sq ft
Feb 22, 2022
Pending
—
Feb 17, 2022
Listed
$1,679,000
$701/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #190032588
Jul 31, 2019
Sold
$1,060,000
$443/sq ft
Jul 31, 2019
Sold
$1,060,000
$443/sq ft
Jun 18, 2019
Pending
—
Jun 13, 2019
Listed
$1,039,900
$434/sq ft
Jun 13, 2019
Listed
$1,039,900
$434/sq ft
Welcome to BRIDGEWATER in Encinitas, a great neighborhood just minutes to beaches, Forum shops, and award-winning San Dieguito school system. This home has been well-cared for & upgraded throughout to feature recently installed stressed hardwood, tile flooring, and carpet. The kitchen features an abundance of cabinet and granite topped counter space, stainless steel appliances, a gas cook top and a large eat-at center island accented by pendant lighting.
The kitchen overlooks the family room for ease of daily living. The staircase features a wood rail with wrought iron spindles. All bedrooms are upstairs. The master bedroom has spa-inspired Master Bath that will spoil you rotten. Enjoy the extensive home automation, security and surround sound system all year long. Keep money in your pocket with the OWNED solar system and dual-pane vinyl windows. Drink in the idyllic weather all year long in the private backyard that offers a large grassy area, stamped concrete, Tropical Palapa, BBQ and fire pit. To top it all off, the 3 car garage provides plenty of storage of all your cars, tools and toys. Don't let this opportunity pass you by!
SDMLS #1
Mar 22, 2010
Price Changed
$769,000
$321/sq ft
CRMLS #100005834
Mar 22, 2010
Sold
$760,000
$317/sq ft
Jan 29, 2010
Listed
$769,000
$321/sq ft
CRMLS #991012236
Sep 24, 1999
Sold
$420,000
$175/sq ft
Jun 22, 1999
Listed
$442,000
$185/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 30, 1996
Sold
$300,000
$125/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 27, 1989
Sold
$320,000
$134/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 20, 1989
Sold
$321,000
$134/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,567 (+1.9%)
$1,623,630 + $405,907
$2,029,537
2024
$21,164 (+10.5%)
$1,552,000 + $388,000
$1,940,000
2023
$19,159 (+60.0%)
$1,552,000 + $388,000
$1,940,000
2022
$11,978 (+1.6%)
$1,409,000 + $353,000
$1,762,000
2021
$11,794 (+1.5%)
$772,925 + $319,475
$1,092,400
2020
$11,617 (+19.9%)
$757,770 + $313,211
$1,070,981
2019
$9,691 (+1.8%)
$750,000 + $310,000
$1,060,000
2018
$9,517 (+1.8%)
$418,769 + $460,646
$879,415
2017
$9,350 (+3.2%)
$402,508 + $442,759
$845,267
2016
$9,059 (+1.7%)
$402,508 + $442,759
$845,267
2015
$8,905 (+13.5%)
$394,616 + $434,078
$828,694
2014
$7,845 (−1.4%)
$342,000 + $376,000
$718,000
2013
$7,954 (−3.5%)
$342,000 + $376,000
$718,000
2012
$8,245
$342,000 + $376,000
$718,000
2011
$8,244 (+51.4%)
$364,630 + $401,092
$765,722
2010
$5,444 (+0.2%)
$364,630 + $401,092
$765,722
2009
$5,432 (+2.4%)
$238,137 + $261,950
$500,087
2008
$5,302
$238,703 + $262,573
$501,276
Tax history for 1878 Orchard Wood Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,567 (+1.9%)
$1,623,630 + $405,907
$2,029,537
2024
$21,164 (+10.5%)
$1,552,000 + $388,000
$1,940,000
2023
$19,159 (+60.0%)
$1,552,000 + $388,000
$1,940,000
2022
$11,978 (+1.6%)
$1,409,000 + $353,000
$1,762,000
2021
$11,794 (+1.5%)
$772,925 + $319,475
$1,092,400
2020
$11,617 (+19.9%)
$757,770 + $313,211
$1,070,981
2019
$9,691 (+1.8%)
$750,000 + $310,000
$1,060,000
2018
$9,517 (+1.8%)
$418,769 + $460,646
$879,415
2017
$9,350 (+3.2%)
$402,508 + $442,759
$845,267
2016
$9,059 (+1.7%)
$402,508 + $442,759
$845,267
2015
$8,905 (+13.5%)
$394,616 + $434,078
$828,694
2014
$7,845 (−1.4%)
$342,000 + $376,000
$718,000
2013
$7,954 (−3.5%)
$342,000 + $376,000
$718,000
2012
$8,245
$342,000 + $376,000
$718,000
2011
$8,244 (+51.4%)
$364,630 + $401,092
$765,722
2010
$5,444 (+0.2%)
$364,630 + $401,092
$765,722
2009
$5,432 (+2.4%)
$238,137 + $261,950
$500,087
2008
$5,302
$238,703 + $262,573
$501,276
*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
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,774 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
2,394
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
2552241000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
R8
Residential 8 Zone
Residential 8 is intended to provide for suburban single-family detached residential units with minimum lot sizes of 5,400 net square feet and maximum densities of eight units per net acre. 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.
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: 6
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Range, Oven, Water Purifier
Flooring: Carpet
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Outside
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Partial
Building Information
Entry Level: 1
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco
Property Features
Has View
Green Energy Generation: Solar
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached
Land Information
Irrigation Source: Drip,Sprinklers
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.17
Lot Size Units: Acres
Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Sewer Connected
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Amenities: Trail(s)
Association Fee: $40
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $40
Location Information
Subdivision Name: ENCINITAS
Community Information
Community Features: Playground
Building Name: Bridgewater
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,394
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,774 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: 1990
County: San Diego County
APN: 2552241000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: San Diego Association of REALTOR
Around this home
Schools
El Camino Creek Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
Diegueno Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
La Costa Canyon High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 87° expected this year, 21 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
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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
$2.17M – $2.63M
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