Hilltop lot on cul-de-sac w/ views! Backs to protected natural preserve on .2 acres. 1 BD/BA down, opt. 6th up, view balconies in MBR & guest. MBA remodel: spa tub, walk-in shower, dual vanity, counters, cabinets, flooring, lighting. Office: custom built-ins, granite two-sided desk. Dual pane windows & slider. Kitchen remodel: cook top island, dbl oven, counters, cabinets, garden-view window, walk-in pantry. Tennis courts, pool & spa. Mins to beach, restaurants, shopping & top schools
Incredible Encinitas value! A premium hilltop location nestled on a cul-de-sac against a backdrop of gorgeous mountain views, city lights and backing to a protected natural preserve. An entertainer's delight & tranquil setting, sitting on nearly a quarter acre with mature & lush landscaping, pond & waterfall, custom flagstone patio with built-in outdoor gas/wood fireplace and barbecue. Largest of the Cantebria floor plans, boasting 5 bedrooms; 4 upstairs + 1 downstairs bedroom with full bath and view balconies from the master and guest bedroom. Master bedroom features a retreat complimented with a see through, gas/wood burning fireplace and dual mirrored closets. Master bathroom completely remodeled: large spa tub, walk-in shower, dual vanity with Corian surface, cherry cabinets, tile flooring & lighting & skylight. First floor bedroom converted to an office with crown molding, custom built-in cabinets & book cases and granite two-sided desk. A dramatic entry with decorative front door with glass panels, spiral staircase, vaulted ceilings, can lighting & great natural light throughout. All new dual pane windows, Pella sliding glass door with internal shades in the breakfast nook. Bay window installed to enjoy views from the dining room. Family room includes built-in cherry cabinets, charming brick detail, surround sound, wet bar and fireplaces in both family & living room. Updated tile and carpeting throughout. Kitchen remodel features a cook top island, double oven, Caesar stone counters, custom cabinets and garden-view window over the sink & walk-in pantry. Adjacent to great amenities including two tennis courts and community pool & spa. Minutes to the beach, great restaurants & shopping and top-rated schools.
Single-familyProperty Type
1983Year Built
8,854 sq ftLot Size
$761Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
6 spacesParking
Listed by Nicki Mendoza•DRE #01919254• Keller Williams Realty
•858-245-1361 (agent)
•Nicki.Mendoza@compass.com (agent)
Listed by Mary Lou Rodgers•DRE #01208021• Keller Williams Realty
Bought with Steven Wener•DRE #01874599• eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Hilltop lot on cul-de-sac w/ views! Backs to protected natural preserve on .2 acres. 1 BD/BA down, opt. 6th up, view balconies in MBR & guest. MBA remodel: spa tub, walk-in shower, dual vanity, counters, cabinets, flooring, lighting. Office: custom built-ins, granite two-sided desk. Dual pane windows & slider. Kitchen remodel: cook top island, dbl oven, counters, cabinets, garden-view window, walk-in pantry. Tennis courts, pool & spa. Mins to beach, restaurants, shopping & top schools Neighborhoods: Terraces at Cantebria Equipment: Dryer,Garage Door Opener, Range/Oven, Washer Other Fees: 0 Sewer: Sewer Connected Topography: LL
Public Records
Nov 23, 1983
Sold
$252,000
$82/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,734 (+4.0%)
$769,465 + $473,516
$1,242,981
2024
$13,205 (+2.7%)
$754,378 + $464,232
$1,218,610
2023
$12,856 (+2.3%)
$739,587 + $455,130
$1,194,717
2022
$12,568 (+1.5%)
$725,086 + $446,206
$1,171,292
2021
$12,376 (+1.5%)
$710,869 + $437,457
$1,148,326
2020
$12,192 (+2.1%)
$696,931 + $428,880
$1,125,811
2019
$11,945 (+1.2%)
$689,785 + $424,483
$1,114,268
2018
$11,801 (+129.1%)
$676,260 + $416,160
$1,092,420
2017
$5,151 (+3.1%)
$142,800 + $306,151
$448,951
2016
$4,995 (+2.0%)
$142,800 + $306,151
$448,951
2015
$4,898 (+2.5%)
$140,000 + $300,149
$440,149
2014
$4,778 (−0.5%)
$135,197 + $289,850
$425,047
2013
$4,804 (+5.2%)
$135,197 + $289,850
$425,047
2012
$4,569 (+1.9%)
$134,586 + $288,541
$423,127
2011
$4,484 (+0.7%)
$131,948 + $282,884
$414,832
2010
$4,454 (+0.3%)
$129,361 + $277,338
$406,699
2009
$4,439 (+2.5%)
$128,395 + $275,266
$403,661
2008
$4,330
$128,701 + $275,920
$404,621
Tax history for 283 Via Villena
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,734 (+4.0%)
$769,465 + $473,516
$1,242,981
2024
$13,205 (+2.7%)
$754,378 + $464,232
$1,218,610
2023
$12,856 (+2.3%)
$739,587 + $455,130
$1,194,717
2022
$12,568 (+1.5%)
$725,086 + $446,206
$1,171,292
2021
$12,376 (+1.5%)
$710,869 + $437,457
$1,148,326
2020
$12,192 (+2.1%)
$696,931 + $428,880
$1,125,811
2019
$11,945 (+1.2%)
$689,785 + $424,483
$1,114,268
2018
$11,801 (+129.1%)
$676,260 + $416,160
$1,092,420
2017
$5,151 (+3.1%)
$142,800 + $306,151
$448,951
2016
$4,995 (+2.0%)
$142,800 + $306,151
$448,951
2015
$4,898 (+2.5%)
$140,000 + $300,149
$440,149
2014
$4,778 (−0.5%)
$135,197 + $289,850
$425,047
2013
$4,804 (+5.2%)
$135,197 + $289,850
$425,047
2012
$4,569 (+1.9%)
$134,586 + $288,541
$423,127
2011
$4,484 (+0.7%)
$131,948 + $282,884
$414,832
2010
$4,454 (+0.3%)
$129,361 + $277,338
$406,699
2009
$4,439 (+2.5%)
$128,395 + $275,266
$403,661
2008
$4,330
$128,701 + $275,920
$404,621
*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
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,712 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1983
Sq. Ft.
3,065
Year built
1983
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
2595701100
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
R3
H_IBOZ
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
Hillside/Inland Bluff 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 Information
# of Garage Parking Spaces: 3
# of Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 3
Garage Type: Attached
Non-Garage Parking: Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 5
# of Optional Bedrooms: 1
Master Bedroom Dimensions: 20x14
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 15 x 11
Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 15 x 10
Bedroom 5 Dimensions: 11 x 11
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces(s): 3
Fireplace Information: Fireplace in Family Room, Fireplace in Living Room, Fireplace in Master Bedroom
Interior Features
Equipment: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Forced Air
Heat Source: Natural Gas
Heat Equipment: Fireplace, Forced Air Unit
Laundry Information
Laundry Location: Laundry Room
Laundry Utilities: Gas
Room Information
Square Feet (Estimated): 3,065
Dining Room Dimensions: 14 x 10
Family Room Dimensions: 16 x 14
Kitchen Dimensions: 16 x 12
Living Room Dimensions: 29 x 14
Bedroom on Entry Level, Breakfast Area, Dining Room/Separate, Family Room, Formal Entry, Master Retreat, Office, Optional Bedrooms
Exterior
Exterior Features
Construction: Wood/Stucco
Fencing: Full
Building Information
Year Built: 1983
Roof: Tile/Clay
Pool Information
Pool Type: Community/Common
Property Information
Residential Sub-Category: Detached
Residential Sub-Category: Detached
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor Record
Exclusive-Use Yard
Pets Allowed
Sign on Property: Yes
Lot Information
# of Acres (Approximate): 0.2
Lot Size: 7,500-10,889 Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor Record
Land Information
Topography: Level
Financial
Lease / Rental Information
Pets Allowed
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Connected
Water Information
Meter on Property
Location
HOA Information
Fee Payment Frequency: Monthly
HOA Fees Reflect: Per Month
HOA Name: Terraces at Cantebria
HOA Phone: 760-407-7575
HOA Fees: $135
HOA Fees (Total): $1,620
HOA Fees Include: Common Area Maintenance
Other Fee Information
Monthly Fees (Total): $135
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,065
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1983
Year Renovated: 1983
County: San Diego County
APN: 2595701100
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Date Information
LVT Date: 2017-03-22
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Park Dale Lane Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.3mi
7/10
Oak Crest Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
La Costa Canyon High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
9/10
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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
7 days above 87° expected this year, 19 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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Estimated sale price
$2.22M – $2.68M
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