INCREDIBLE DOWNTOWN ENCINITAS DUPLEX — COASTAL LIVING & INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! Ideally located just minutes from Moonlight State Beach, Swami’s Beach, downtown Encinitas and the Encinitas Coaster Station, this well-positioned duplex offers an exceptional opportunity in one of North County’s most desirable coastal communities. The property features two currently occupied, single-level 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom units, each approximately 731 square feet. Situated on a corner lot, the property offers a common front yard area and two spacious one-car garages, with one garage dedicated to each unit. Enjoy easy access to Moonlight State Beach and Swami’s Beach, while being just moments from the vibrant shops, restaurants, coffee houses and local amenities of downtown Encinitas. With two existing rental units in an outstanding coastal location, this property presents an excellent opportunity for an investor seeking strong location-driven rental appeal, or an owner-user looking for additional rental income. A rare opportunity to acquire a duplex in such a highly sought-after beachside location.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
4,893 sq ftLot Size
$1,453Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Leslie Dopirak•DRE #01848961• Golden Key Properties, Inc.
Contact: leslie@carlsbadproperties.com
Bought with Tiffany Weis•DRE #01471832• Coldwell Banker Realty
Downtown Encinitas Specific Plan-Residential 15 Zone
This zone is intended to provide for residential development, including single-family units (attached and detached), duplex units, apartment development and senior housing, with a maximum density of 15 units per 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
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking Spaces: 4
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Outside
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: front doors
Unit Type 1 Information
Unit Key Numeric: 674982442
Listing Key Numeric: 674982339
Actual Rent: $2,550
Total # of Baths: 1
Total # of Beds: 2
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Total Rent: $2,550
Unit Type 2 Information
Unit Key Numeric: 674982443
Listing Key Numeric: 674982339
Actual Rent: $2,550
Total # of Baths: 1
Total # of Beds: 2
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Total Rent: $2,550
Expenses
Trash: $539
Total: $26,962
Insurance: $4,643
Water Sewer: $1,780
New Taxes: $20,000
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units With Refrigerator: 1
# of Units With Range: 2
# of Units With Dishwasher: 2
Net Operating Income: $35,435
Sq. Ft.
Total Building Area: 1,462
Gross Scheduled Income: $61,200
Gross Income: $61,200
# Of Leased Units: 2
# Of Separate Water Meters: 1
# Of Separate Gas Meters: 2
# Of Separate Electric Meters: 2
# Of Buildings: 2
Exterior
Exterior Features
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Corner Lot, 0-1 Unit/Acre
Property Information
Total # of Units: 2
Common Walls: 2+ common walls
Parcel Number: 2581520100
Attached Property
Total # of Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Lease / Rental Details
Operating Expense: $25,765
Rent Control
Total Actual Rent: $5,100
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Sidewalks
Location Information
Latitude: 33.04298100
Longitude: -117.29569700
Directions: I-5 to Encinitas Blvd., head west, left on 3rd Street, property is on corner of W F Street and 3rd Street.
Zoning: R-4:Multiple Residential
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,462
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5,227 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: 1954
County: San Diego County
APN: 2581520100
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 12, 2026
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: leslie@carlsbadproperties.com
Days Active in MLS: 6
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 6
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Leslie
List Agent Last Name: Dopirak
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Golden Key Properties, Inc.
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Tiffany
Buyer Agent Last Name: Weis
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
Around this home
Schools
Paul Ecke-Central Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
Diegueno Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.3mi
9/10
La Costa Canyon High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
9/10
Provided by GreatSchools
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 84° expected this year, 20 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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Encinitas, CA • 92024
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
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