521 Rancho Santa Fe Rd, Encinitas, CA 92024

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Off market sep 2005 for $769K

$1,661,666

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,992/mo

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1,350

sq ft

521 Rancho Santa Fe Rd, Encinitas, CA 92024

About this home

Set down off RSF road this charming single story home sits on good size lot in a very pvt parklike setting. W/ alley access to home off 8th st. the potential is endless, rebuild/add on. The home is very intimate w/ open beam ceiling, hardwood flrs, french drs. Newer roof, paint, heating and air. O. P. E, Diegueno & LCCH. [Supplement]: Seller will entertain offers between $749,900-$799,900. Buyer to verify sq. ft. and all other info. prior to close of escrow. Home sold in as is condition with exception of termite work if needed.

Single-familyProperty Type

1972Year Built

0.26 acresLot Size

$1,231Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Darrick Morse •DRE #01189944 • RE/MAX By The Sea

Bought with Michael Taylor •DRE #01224870 • Berkshire Hathaway HomeService

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•Source:CRMLS #51054372

Redfin Estimate

$1,661,666

$892K since sold in September 2005$25K since October

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This home's estimate is 1.9% lower than the average sale price ($1.69M) of 6 comparable homes.

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B
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C
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E
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F
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Seller's market

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98.0%

1.0% MoM

Median sale price

$1.9M

$573 MoM

Avg. days on market

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Sale history for 521 Rancho Santa Fe Rd

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Sep 13, 2005

Sold

$770,000

$570/sq ft

CRMLS #51054372

Sep 12, 2005

Sold

$769,900

$570/sq ft

Jul 28, 2005

Listed

$799,900

$593/sq ft

CRMLS #41011992

Jun 30, 2004

Sold

$715,500

$530/sq ft

Mar 8, 2004

Listed

$750,000

$556/sq ft

Charming single level offers cozy living room w/ open beam ceiling & 'country stove' fireplace. Hardwood & ceramic flooring & French doors off MBR & dining room. Fresh paint, new roll-up garage door, & new roof. Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary, Diegueno Middle & LCCH. Parklike setting w/ mature pines and fruit trees. [Supplement]: Nestled in the pines in the heart of Olivenhain! Due to new construction next door, the driveway may be blocked off! Please park on 8th Street or on alley behind home. Room to expand, best schools, close to shops & trails and easy access to beach. No Mello-Roos or HOA fees. Swing on back patio, bookshelves attached to the walls & statues on property do not convey, but may be negotiable. Buyers to verify all information and measurements prior to close of escrow. Shown by appointment only! Easy parking on 8th Street or alley. Come see this great country charmer before it's too late!

Public Records

Sep 20, 1994

Sold

$220,000

$163/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 19, 1988

Sold

$269,000

$199/sq ft

Public Records

May 26, 1987

Sold

$157,500

$117/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$11,354 (+3.7%)

$975,661 + $97,425

$1,073,086

2024

$10,951 (+2.3%)

$956,531 + $95,515

$1,052,046

2023

$10,700 (+2.0%)

$937,776 + $93,643

$1,031,419

2022

$10,487 (+23.0%)

$919,389 + $91,807

$1,011,196

2021

$8,528 (+0.2%)

$901,362 + $90,007

$991,369

2020

$8,508 (+2.7%)

$724,000 + $76,000

$800,000

2019

$8,285 (+3.9%)

$724,000 + $76,000

$800,000

2018

$7,977 (+7.0%)

$706,000 + $74,000

$780,000

2017

$7,457 (+9.1%)

$634,000 + $66,000

$700,000

2016

$6,836 (+6.9%)

$634,000 + $66,000

$700,000

2015

$6,392

$589,000 + $61,000

$650,000

2014

$6,389 (+8.6%)

$544,000 + $56,000

$600,000

2013

$5,885 (+2.2%)

$544,000 + $56,000

$600,000

2012

$5,761

$493,000 + $50,000

$543,000

2011

$5,760

$500,000 + $50,000

$550,000

2010

$5,761 (−26.3%)

$500,000 + $50,000

$550,000

2009

$7,814 (−6.1%)

$500,000 + $50,000

$550,000

2008

$8,325

$681,000 + $69,000

$750,000

Tax history for 521 Rancho Santa Fe Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$11,354 (+3.7%)

$975,661 + $97,425

$1,073,086

2024

$10,951 (+2.3%)

$956,531 + $95,515

$1,052,046

2023

$10,700 (+2.0%)

$937,776 + $93,643

$1,031,419

2022

$10,487 (+23.0%)

$919,389 + $91,807

$1,011,196

2021

$8,528 (+0.2%)

$901,362 + $90,007

$991,369

2020

$8,508 (+2.7%)

$724,000 + $76,000

$800,000

2019

$8,285 (+3.9%)

$724,000 + $76,000

$800,000

2018

$7,977 (+7.0%)

$706,000 + $74,000

$780,000

2017

$7,457 (+9.1%)

$634,000 + $66,000

$700,000

2016

$6,836 (+6.9%)

$634,000 + $66,000

$700,000

2015

$6,392

$589,000 + $61,000

$650,000

2014

$6,389 (+8.6%)

$544,000 + $56,000

$600,000

2013

$5,885 (+2.2%)

$544,000 + $56,000

$600,000

2012

$5,761

$493,000 + $50,000

$543,000

2011

$5,760

$500,000 + $50,000

$550,000

2010

$5,761 (−26.3%)

$500,000 + $50,000

$550,000

2009

$7,814 (−6.1%)

$500,000 + $50,000

$550,000

2008

$8,325

$681,000 + $69,000

$750,000

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.26 Acres

Year renovated

1972

Sq. Ft.

1,350

Year built

1972

Style

Single Family Residential

County

San Diego County

APN

2650214600

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.

RR2

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

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

Property details

Parking

Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Carport Attached, Garage Door Opener
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2

Interior

Laundry Information
Has Laundry
In Garage

Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave
Has Appliances

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2

Cooling Information
Heat Pump
Has Cooling

Fireplace Information
Fire Pit
Has Fireplace

Flooring Information
Wood

Heating Information
Has Heating

Interior Features
Levels: One

Exterior

Exterior Information
Roof: Composition
Fencing: None
Construction Materials: Stucco

Foundation Information
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Stone
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Has Sprinklers

Lot Information
Lot Features: Gentle Slope, Sprinkler System, Value In Land
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor

Property Information
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 2650214600
Total # of Stories: 1

Location

School Information
High School District: Other

Location Information
Other Subdivision Name: OLIVENHAIN
Directions: Off RSF Road, Take 8th St., use alley, park behind home. [Cross Street(s)]: 8th
Road Frontage Type: Access via City Streets, Alley Access
Zoning: R1

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,350
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1972
Year Renovated: 1972
County: San Diego County
APN: 2650214600

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 7
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 6

Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Darrick
List Agent Last Name: Morse

Listing Office Information
List Office Name: RE/MAX By The Sea

Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Michael
Buyer Agent Last Name: Taylor

Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeService

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.1mi

9/10

Diegueno Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi

9/10

La Costa Canyon High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 87° expected this year, 21 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, 5 days in 30 years

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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

$1.58M – $1.91M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
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2324 8th St, Encinitas, CA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3050 Sq. Ft.	$1,681,307
506 Cole Ranch Rd, Encinitas, CA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3001 Sq. Ft.	$2,630,073
546 Cole Ranch Rd, Encinitas, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2240 Sq. Ft.	$1,913,312
2335 8th St, Encinitas, CA 6 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4871 Sq. Ft.	$2,382,379
528 Dusty Acres Ct, Encinitas, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2421 Sq. Ft.	$2,015,260
566 Cole Ranch Rd, Encinitas, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2554 Sq. Ft.	$2,149,431

Address	Redfin Estimate
546 Rancho Santa Fe Rd, Encinitas, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2127 Sq. Ft.	$2,582,378
540 Cole Ranch Rd, Encinitas, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1821 Sq. Ft.	$2,491,701
518 Cole Ranch Rd, Encinitas, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2073 Sq. Ft.	$2,316,706
2330 8th St, Encinitas, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1790 Sq. Ft.	$1,607,677
2511 Meadowmist Ln, Encinitas, CA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3846 Sq. Ft.	$3,703,981
526 Dusty Acres Ct, Encinitas, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1713 Sq. Ft.	$2,048,451
2320 8th St, Encinitas, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$1,617,108

Address	Redfin Estimate
2300 8th St, Encinitas, CA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3585 Sq. Ft.	$2,830,716
558 Cole Ranch Rd, Encinitas, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1705 Sq. Ft.	$1,724,252
526 Cole Ranch Rd, Encinitas, CA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2713 Sq. Ft.	$2,284,562
478 Cole Ranch Rd, Encinitas, CA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 916 Sq. Ft.	$1,166,562
515 Cole Ranch Rd, Encinitas, CA 6 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 3732 Sq. Ft.	$3,915,686
511 Dusty Acres Ct, Encinitas, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1688 Sq. Ft.	$2,434,209
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