Celebrate the end of each day with an unobstructed and expansive views of colorful sunsets and the great Pacific Ocean. This is truly a rare opportunity to enjoy the ultimate Southern California lifestyle from a charming ocean front home in the coastal town of Encinitas. Impeccably maintained by long term owners, this three bedroom bluff-front home has an additional two bedroom apartment offering the flexibility for visiting guests or as a potential income source for a new owner.
Conveniently located just a few houses south of the “Stone Steps” with direct beach access, this home has a full three car, plus one tandem, garage space for storing all the requisite beach gear, as well as ample parking in the drive. Further enhancing the value of this unique property is the permitted sea wall with full documentation. Elevated on the majestic bluff allows both peace and privacy, yet the accessibility to participate in the many offerings of a charming coastal community, this location is prime! “Stone Steps” to the shore, walking distance to shops, restaurants, and Moonlight State Beach! Originally built in 1969, this cherished property can be easily updated or utilized as an income property while one designs an “Bluff-front Dream Home for a lifetime of spectacular views and welcoming lifestyle.
Single-familyProperty Type
1969Year Built
$1,937Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
7 spacesParking
Listed by Molly Santistevan•DRE #01810081• Pacific Sotheby's International Realty
•858-254-6918 (agent)
•Molly@MollySantistevan.com (agent)
Bought with Tj Stroben•DRE #01318731• Cal Res Consulting
Celebrate the end of each day with an unobstructed and expansive views of colorful sunsets and the great Pacific Ocean. This is truly a rare opportunity to enjoy the ultimate Southern California lifestyle from a charming ocean front home in the coastal town of Encinitas. Impeccably maintained by long term owners, this three bedroom bluff-front home has an additional two bedroom apartment offering the flexibility for visiting guests or as a potential income source for a new owner. Conveniently located just a few houses south of the “Stone Steps” with direct beach access, this home has a full three car, plus one tandem, garage space for storing all the requisite beach gear, as well as ample parking in the drive. Further enhancing the value of this unique property is the permitted sea wall with full documentation. Elevated on the majestic bluff allows both peace and privacy, yet the accessibility to participate in the many offerings of a charming coastal community, this location is prime! “Stone Steps” to the shore, walking distance to shops, restaurants, and Moonlight State Beach! Originally built in 1969, this cherished property can be easily updated or utilized as an income property while one designs an “Bluff-front Dream Home for a lifetime of spectacular views and welcoming lifestyle.. Neighborhoods: Bluff Other Fees: 0 Sewer: Sewer Connected
Public Records
Nov 1, 1974
Sold
$89,500
$32/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$44,911 (+4.0%)
$4,039,291 + $176,360
$4,215,651
2024
$43,194 (+2.4%)
$3,960,090 + $172,902
$4,132,992
2023
$42,187 (+1.7%)
$3,882,442 + $169,512
$4,051,954
2022
$41,469 (+1.6%)
$3,806,316 + $166,189
$3,972,505
2021
$40,823 (+1.3%)
$3,731,683 + $162,931
$3,894,614
2020
$40,295 (+2.1%)
$3,658,513 + $159,737
$3,818,250
2019
$39,461 (+1,220.2%)
$3,621,000 + $158,100
$3,779,100
2018
$2,989 (+0.7%)
$3,550,000 + $155,000
$3,705,000
2017
$2,969 (+2.0%)
$82,196 + $166,801
$248,997
2016
$2,910 (+0.4%)
$82,196 + $166,801
$248,997
2015
$2,897 (+0.8%)
$80,585 + $163,531
$244,116
2014
$2,874 (−2.9%)
$77,821 + $157,920
$235,741
2013
$2,961 (+5.5%)
$77,821 + $157,920
$235,741
2012
$2,807 (+1.4%)
$77,470 + $157,207
$234,677
2011
$2,768 (+0.6%)
$75,951 + $154,125
$230,076
2010
$2,753 (+0.5%)
$74,462 + $151,103
$225,565
2009
$2,738 (+3.3%)
$73,906 + $149,974
$223,880
2008
$2,652
$74,082 + $150,331
$224,413
Tax history for 312 Neptune Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$44,911 (+4.0%)
$4,039,291 + $176,360
$4,215,651
2024
$43,194 (+2.4%)
$3,960,090 + $172,902
$4,132,992
2023
$42,187 (+1.7%)
$3,882,442 + $169,512
$4,051,954
2022
$41,469 (+1.6%)
$3,806,316 + $166,189
$3,972,505
2021
$40,823 (+1.3%)
$3,731,683 + $162,931
$3,894,614
2020
$40,295 (+2.1%)
$3,658,513 + $159,737
$3,818,250
2019
$39,461 (+1,220.2%)
$3,621,000 + $158,100
$3,779,100
2018
$2,989 (+0.7%)
$3,550,000 + $155,000
$3,705,000
2017
$2,969 (+2.0%)
$82,196 + $166,801
$248,997
2016
$2,910 (+0.4%)
$82,196 + $166,801
$248,997
2015
$2,897 (+0.8%)
$80,585 + $163,531
$244,116
2014
$2,874 (−2.9%)
$77,821 + $157,920
$235,741
2013
$2,961 (+5.5%)
$77,821 + $157,920
$235,741
2012
$2,807 (+1.4%)
$77,470 + $157,207
$234,677
2011
$2,768 (+0.6%)
$75,951 + $154,125
$230,076
2010
$2,753 (+0.5%)
$74,462 + $151,103
$225,565
2009
$2,738 (+3.3%)
$73,906 + $149,974
$223,880
2008
$2,652
$74,082 + $150,331
$224,413
*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
4
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1969
Sq. Ft.
2,824
Year built
1969
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
San Diego County
APN
2563520300
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 Information
# of Garage Parking Spaces: 4
# of Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 3
Garage Type: Attached
Non-Garage Parking: Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 5
Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15x17
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 14 x 17
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 14 x 20
Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 13 x 14
Bedroom 5 Dimensions: 13 x 14
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces(s): 1
Fireplace Information: Fireplace in Living Room
Interior Features
Equipment: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Stove, Electric Cooking
Heating & Cooling
Heat Source: Natural Gas
Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
Laundry Information
Laundry Location: Laundry Room
Laundry Utilities: Electric
Room Information
Square Feet (Estimated): 2,824
Dining Room Dimensions: 17 x 12
Family Room Dimensions: n/k
Kitchen Dimensions: 12 x 10
Living Room Dimensions: 20 x 17
Bedroom on Entry Level, Bonus Room, Breakfast Area, Dining Area
Exterior
Exterior Features
Construction: Unknown
Fencing: Full
Building Information
Year Built: 1969
Total Stories: 2
Roof: Composition
Property Information
Residential Sub-Category: Detached
Residential Sub-Category: Detached
Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
Exclusive-Use Yard
Known Restrictions: Other (See Remarks)
Sign on Property: Yes
Lot Information
Lot Size: 4,000-7,499 Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: City/County Records
View: Ocean, Panoramic Ocean
Land Information
Topography: Bluff/Canyon Rim
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Connected
Water Information
Meter on Property
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,824
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1969
Year Renovated: 1969
County: San Diego County
APN: 2563520300
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Date Information
LVT Date: 2018-10-19
Around this home
Schools
Paul Ecke-Central Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
Diegueno Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.4mi
9/10
La Costa Canyon High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
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
5 days above 84° 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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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
$5.20M – $6.29M
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