Listed by Tiffany Weis•DRE #01471832• Coldwell Banker Realty
Contact: tiffanyweis@gmail.com
For sale
$4,399,000
Est. $30,517/mo —
4
bd
•
2 ba
•
1,536
sq ft
3681 Manchester Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024
About this home
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Rarely does an opportunity like this come along. Nestled in the heart of coastal Encinitas, this exceptional 1.1-acre property offers the potential for lagoon views creating endless possibilities for homeowners, builders, and investors alike. Ideally situated near the scenic San Elijo Lagoon, vibrant downtown Cardiff-by-the-Sea, premier shopping, dining, beautiful beaches, and convenient freeway access, the location simply can't be beat. Whether you envision building your dream coastal estate, developing a custom home for resale, or holding this premier parcel as a long-term investment, this is a truly exceptional opportunity in one of North County's most sought-after communities. Don't miss your chance to own a rare piece of coastal Encinitas with incredible potential. Buyer to verify all.
Olivenhain, located between Rancho Santa Fe and Leucadia, is a semi-rural and equestrian Encinitas neighborhood with large-lot homes and winding country roads. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Olivenhain Meeting Hall on Rancho Santa Fe Road, where community gatherings and a quiet, pastoral streetscape set the tone. Architectural styles lean toward custom ranch homes, modern farmhouses, and gated estates framed by mature trees and split-rail fencing. Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve adds ridgeline trails and broad views that shape daily routines. Nearby, the San Dieguito Heritage Museum and the historic Olivenhain Meeting Hall anchor local history and events. The landscape reads as open and green, with a slower pace than the coastal blocks to the west.
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Offer insights
3681 Manchester Ave · $4,399,000
$4.31M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $4.31M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
65 days
The average home goes pending in 27 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.2%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Interior features
One-level home
All bedrooms on the same floor
Main floor bedroom
Family room with a fireplace
Laundry room inside
Workshop
Bedrooms
All bedrooms located on the main level
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Kitchen (appliances not specified)
Laundry & utility
Laundry room inside
Exterior features
Private in-ground pool
Rural setting
Pasture and horse property characteristics
Property offers significant land value
Has view
Home design
Single-story residence
No shared/common walls
Zoned R-1
Parking
Attached garage with 2 garage spaces
6 uncovered parking spaces (8 total parking spaces)
Construction
Living area and lot details per public records
Total of 1 story
HOA & community
Community characterized as rural
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Rarely does an opportunity like this come along. Nestled in the heart of coastal Encinitas, this exceptional 1.1-acre property offers the potential for lagoon views creating endless possibilities for homeowners, builders, and investors alike. Ideally situated near the scenic San Elijo Lagoon, vibrant downtown Cardiff-by-the-Sea, premier shopping, dining, beautiful beaches, and convenient freeway access, the location simply can't be beat. Whether you envision building your dream coastal estate, developing a custom home for resale, or holding this premier parcel as a long-term investment, this is a truly exceptional opportunity in one of North County's most sought-after communities. Don't miss your chance to own a rare piece of coastal Encinitas with incredible potential. Buyer to verify all.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,167 (−0.9%)
$82,452 + $119,216
$201,668
2024
$2,187 (+2.3%)
$80,836 + $116,879
$197,715
2023
$2,139 (+1.7%)
$79,251 + $114,588
$193,839
2022
$2,104 (+1.7%)
$77,698 + $112,342
$190,040
2021
$2,069 (+0.7%)
$76,175 + $110,140
$186,315
2020
$2,054 (+2.1%)
$74,682 + $107,981
$182,663
2019
$2,013 (+1.0%)
$73,917 + $106,874
$180,791
2018
$1,993 (+2.6%)
$72,468 + $104,779
$177,247
2017
$1,943 (+5.0%)
$69,655 + $100,711
$170,366
2016
$1,851 (+1.4%)
$69,655 + $100,711
$170,366
2015
$1,825 (+2.1%)
$68,290 + $98,737
$167,027
2014
$1,787 (−1.2%)
$65,948 + $95,349
$161,297
2013
$1,809 (+5.2%)
$65,948 + $95,349
$161,297
2012
$1,719 (+1.9%)
$65,650 + $94,919
$160,569
2011
$1,686 (+0.5%)
$64,363 + $93,058
$157,421
2010
$1,678
$63,101 + $91,234
$154,335
2009
$1,680 (+2.2%)
$62,630 + $90,553
$153,183
2008
$1,644
$62,779 + $90,769
$153,548
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.11 Acres
Year renovated
1978
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,536
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,536
Year built
1978
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
2620622600
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
RR2
C/NRO
SCNC VIEW
Rural Residential 2 Zone
Rural Residential 2 is intended to provide for low density single-family detached residential units with minimum lot sizes of 21,500 net sq ft and maximum densities of 2 units per net acre, as a transition from the rural to the more suburban areas within the City. 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
Scenic Visual Corridor overlay zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Equestrian facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Agriculture-Pastureland
Housing-Mobile home park
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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 86° expected this year, 22 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
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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68
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66
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Encinitas. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.2 hrs
6.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 3681 Manchester Ave
$4,030,408
$369K under list price of $4.40M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $2.0M to $3.4M.