Live in the heart of Encinitas in this classic mid-century beach home, built in 1936 and full of charm. Just steps from the sand and downtown, you'll enjoy walkable access to restaurants, coffee shops, boutique shops, and the train station. This single-level home offers original hardwood floors, breezy slatted windows, and a welcoming coastal vibe. Relax in the spacious front yard behind the white picket fence, or retreat to the private fenced backyard with mature landscaping, dining space, and string lighting--perfect for outdoor evenings. Inside, the home features two bedrooms and one bathroom. The main bedroom includes a queen bed, closet space, and additional storage. The second bedroom, a bright sunroom conversion, also fits a queen bed and dresser with a door for privacy. The kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator, gas range, dishware, and cookware, while the dining area seats four. Laundry is available with a washer and dryer on site. Two reserved off-street parking spaces provide convenience, especially during the summer season. Rental Details: Rent: $5,400/month Deposit: $5,400 Pet friendly & breed friendly Call Tim at 808-640-2682 for more information
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Exterior
Property Information
Subdivision Name: ENCINITAS
Living Sq. Ft: 844
Building Sq. Ft: 844
# of Units: 1
Legal Description: N 40 FT THF LOT 14 BLK 20 TR 148
Parking & Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Type: Garage/Carport
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 4,356
Legal Lot Number: 14
Legal Block Number: 20
Acres: 0.1
Zoning Code: R4
County Use Description: 1 FAMILY RESIDENCE
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 844
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4,356 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1936
Year Renovated: 1936
County: San Diego County
APN: 2580861200
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Sale and tax history for 517 3rd St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
APPFOLIO #1
Sep 4, 2026
Rental Removed
$5,400
$6/sq ft
Aug 10, 2026
Price Changed
$5,400
$6/sq ft
Aug 8, 2026
Price Changed
$5,200
$6/sq ft
Jun 25, 2026
Listed for Rent
$5,000
$6/sq ft
CRMLS #51083416
Feb 16, 2006
Sold
$1,000,000
$1,185/sq ft
Nov 15, 2005
Listed
$1,030,000
$1,220/sq ft
Best priced beach cottage west of Hwy 101. Just steps to the beach. New Travertine counter tops in kitchen and bathroom. Open living room. Beautiful beach garden with Birds of Paradise and a brick patio for outside entertainment. Lot large enough to build up to a 3400 sq ft SFR + 3 car garage. Summer rental - see supplement [Supplement]: Potential vacation rental income $1,550/week from June through November. City of Encinitas is planning to stop future vacation rentals but will allow existing vacation rental units to continue. Great opportunity to lock in before it's too late.
SDMLS #51080252
Nov 7, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Nov 2, 2005
Listed
$1,300,000
$1,540/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 30, 2003
Sold
$636,000
$754/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,002 (+3.8%)
$1,338,059 + $55,749
$1,393,808
2024
$14,460 (+2.5%)
$1,311,823 + $54,656
$1,366,479
2023
$14,109 (+1.8%)
$1,286,101 + $53,585
$1,339,686
2022
$13,854 (+1.0%)
$1,260,884 + $52,535
$1,313,419
2021
$13,717 (+5.6%)
$1,236,161 + $51,505
$1,287,666
2020
$12,992 (+11.0%)
$1,211,923 + $50,496
$1,262,419
2019
$11,705 (+0.2%)
$1,135,000 + $65,000
$1,200,000
2018
$11,677 (−0.2%)
$1,022,000 + $58,000
$1,080,000
2017
$11,704 (+10.0%)
$1,022,000 + $58,000
$1,080,000
2016
$10,637 (+10.6%)
$1,022,000 + $58,000
$1,080,000
2015
$9,615 (+3.6%)
$937,000 + $53,000
$990,000
2014
$9,284 (+14.5%)
$807,000 + $44,000
$851,000
2013
$8,108 (−5.7%)
$807,000 + $44,000
$851,000
2012
$8,598 (+0.6%)
$688,000 + $37,000
$725,000
2011
$8,548 (+0.1%)
$760,000 + $40,000
$800,000
2010
$8,535 (−23.4%)
$760,000 + $40,000
$800,000
2009
$11,139 (+2.4%)
$1,016,344 + $42,347
$1,058,691
2008
$10,879
$1,018,759 + $42,448
$1,061,207
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Places
Transit
9/10
Paul Ecke-Central Elementary School
Public, K-6 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Diegueno Middle School
Public, 7-8 • Assigned • 3.2mi
9/10
La Costa Canyon High School
Public, 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
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About
Cardiff
Cardiff, located between Encinitas Boulevard and Solana Beach, is a coastal and residential Encinitas neighborhood with ocean-view bluffs and a surf-forward main drag. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along San Elijo Avenue near Birmingham Drive, where sidewalk patios, coffee counters, and small boutiques meet the salt-air pace. Low-slung beach cottages mix with Spanish-style homes and newer contemporary builds stepping up the hillsides. Cardiff State Beach and Seaside Reef set the daily rhythm with sand, tidepools, and longboard lines. The Cardiff Kook statue adds a wink of local lore along the coastal corridor. Community pillars include Seaside Market, VG Donut & Bakery, and the Cardiff Farmers Market.
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Public facts and zoning for 517 3rd St
Beds
2
Baths
1
Sq. Ft.
844
Stories
—
Lot Size
4,356 Sq. Ft.
Style
Single Family Residential
Year Built
1936
Year Renovated
1936
County
San Diego County
APN
2580861200
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026.
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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 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
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