2.2 Miles from the sea, 8 miles of dedicated walking trails steps away & stroll to Las Verdes Park. This gorgeous home + guest Casita is remarkable in its appeal with entry-level, en-suite bedroom, family room/kitchen combination 3 fireplaces, gated courtyard entry and sizable backyard. Double doors lead to the plush primary suite with fireplace, spa-bath & convenient to the upstairs laundry. Ensuite guest bedroom offers a view balcony. Luxury coastal living in a quintessential north San Diego beach town. Neighborhoods: Encinitas Ranch Equipment: Fire Sprinklers, Garage Door Opener Other Fees: 0 Sewer: Sewer Connected Topography: LL
Single-familyProperty Type
2002Year Built
6,829 sq ftLot Size
$834Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Amelia Smith•DRE #01017964• Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Bought with Eva Meier•DRE #01238749• Coldwell Banker Realty
2.2 Miles from the sea, 8 miles of dedicated walking trails steps away & stroll to Las Verdes Park. This gorgeous home + guest Casita is remarkable in its appeal with entry-level, en-suite bedroom, family room/kitchen combination 3 fireplaces, gated courtyard entry and sizable backyard. Double doors lead to the plush primary suite with fireplace, spa-bath & convenient to the upstairs laundry. Ensuite guest bedroom offers a view balcony. Luxury coastal living in a quintessential north San Diego beach town.
SDMLS #180052784
Dec 7, 2018
Listing Removed
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Oct 4, 2018
Price Changed
$1,379,900
$425/sq ft
Sep 20, 2018
Listed
$1,399,900
$431/sq ft
CRMLS #100067195
Feb 9, 2011
Sold
$880,000
$271/sq ft
Nov 16, 2010
Listed
$859,900
$265/sq ft
SDMLS #90055570
Dec 31, 2009
Listing Removed
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Dec 31, 2009
Listing Removed
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Oct 1, 2009
Listed
$899,000
$277/sq ft
Oct 1, 2009
Listed
$899,000
$277/sq ft
SDMLS #2
Nov 17, 2009
Price Changed
$899,000
$277/sq ft
SDMLS #1
Sep 2, 2009
Price Changed
$925,000
$285/sq ft
Jun 10, 2009
Price Changed
$949,000
$292/sq ft
SDMLS #90028066
Sep 30, 2009
Listing Removed
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Sep 30, 2009
Listing Removed
—
May 14, 2009
Listed
$925,000
$285/sq ft
May 14, 2009
Listed
$925,000
$285/sq ft
CRMLS #81034568
Oct 29, 2008
Listing Removed
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Oct 29, 2008
Listing Removed
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May 12, 2008
Listed
$1,275,000
$393/sq ft
May 12, 2008
Listed
$1,275,000
$393/sq ft
SDMLS #81005897
May 11, 2008
Listing Removed
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May 11, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Jan 23, 2008
Listed
$1,275,000
$393/sq ft
Jan 23, 2008
Listed
$1,275,000
$393/sq ft
CRMLS #71085636
Jan 22, 2008
Listing Removed
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Jan 22, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Oct 31, 2007
Listed
$1,275,000
$393/sq ft
Oct 31, 2007
Listed
$1,275,000
$393/sq ft
CRMLS #71065189
Oct 1, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Oct 1, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jul 31, 2007
Listed
$1,285,000
$396/sq ft
Jul 31, 2007
Listed
$1,285,000
$396/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 24, 2005
Sold
$1,042,000
$321/sq ft
CRMLS #41052719
Nov 11, 2004
Sold
$1,032,000
$318/sq ft
Aug 20, 2004
Listed
$1,077,000
$332/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 8, 2002
Sold
$699,000
$215/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,728 (+2.4%)
$824,923 + $642,871
$1,467,794
2024
$18,285 (+1.8%)
$808,749 + $630,266
$1,439,015
2023
$17,958 (+4.3%)
$792,892 + $617,908
$1,410,800
2022
$17,217 (−1.6%)
$777,346 + $605,793
$1,383,139
2021
$17,496 (−2.4%)
$762,104 + $593,915
$1,356,019
2020
$17,933 (+22.8%)
$747,161 + $582,270
$1,329,431
2019
$14,603 (+1.1%)
$739,500 + $576,300
$1,315,800
2018
$14,451 (+0.7%)
$447,914 + $562,764
$1,010,678
2017
$14,351 (+3.0%)
$430,522 + $540,912
$971,434
2016
$13,932 (+0.1%)
$430,522 + $540,912
$971,434
2015
$13,913 (+1.5%)
$422,081 + $530,306
$952,387
2014
$13,704 (−0.9%)
$407,598 + $512,110
$919,708
2013
$13,833 (+4.5%)
$407,598 + $512,110
$919,708
2012
$13,237 (−1.2%)
$405,756 + $509,796
$915,552
2011
$13,396 (−5.5%)
$397,800 + $499,800
$897,600
2010
$14,171 (+1.5%)
$390,000 + $490,000
$880,000
2009
$13,963 (−6.6%)
$572,000 + $423,000
$995,000
2008
$14,945
$572,000 + $423,000
$995,000
Tax history for 551 Samuel Ct
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,728 (+2.4%)
$824,923 + $642,871
$1,467,794
2024
$18,285 (+1.8%)
$808,749 + $630,266
$1,439,015
2023
$17,958 (+4.3%)
$792,892 + $617,908
$1,410,800
2022
$17,217 (−1.6%)
$777,346 + $605,793
$1,383,139
2021
$17,496 (−2.4%)
$762,104 + $593,915
$1,356,019
2020
$17,933 (+22.8%)
$747,161 + $582,270
$1,329,431
2019
$14,603 (+1.1%)
$739,500 + $576,300
$1,315,800
2018
$14,451 (+0.7%)
$447,914 + $562,764
$1,010,678
2017
$14,351 (+3.0%)
$430,522 + $540,912
$971,434
2016
$13,932 (+0.1%)
$430,522 + $540,912
$971,434
2015
$13,913 (+1.5%)
$422,081 + $530,306
$952,387
2014
$13,704 (−0.9%)
$407,598 + $512,110
$919,708
2013
$13,833 (+4.5%)
$407,598 + $512,110
$919,708
2012
$13,237 (−1.2%)
$405,756 + $509,796
$915,552
2011
$13,396 (−5.5%)
$397,800 + $499,800
$897,600
2010
$14,171 (+1.5%)
$390,000 + $490,000
$880,000
2009
$13,963 (−6.6%)
$572,000 + $423,000
$995,000
2008
$14,945
$572,000 + $423,000
$995,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
6
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,829 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2002
Sq. Ft.
3,248
Year built
2002
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
2547003400
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Uncovered Spaces: 4
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway, Street
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 6
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Individual Room
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Built In Range, Double Oven, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Cooking
Has Appliances
Formal Dining Room, Separated
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 5
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Main Floor Bedroom, Bonus Room, Den, Family Room, Formal Entry, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Retreat, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Entry, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Separate Family Room, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
Fireplace Information
Family Room, Primary Bedroom
Has Fireplace
Heating Information
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Has Heating
Interior Features
Levels: Two
Exterior
Exterior Information
Roof: Concrete
Construction Materials: Stucco
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Property Information
Parcel Number: 2547003400
Total # of Stories: 2
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Mello-Roos
Location
Homeowners Association
Is Part of Association
Association Name: Encinitas Ranch
Association Fee: $198
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Location Information
Latitude: 33.05568700
Longitude: -117.27291100
Other Subdivision Name: Encinitas
Directions: Encinitas or Leucadia Boulevard to Quail Gardens Drive to Paseo de las Verdes to Samuel Court. Near end of cul-de-sac on the left. Cross Street: Paseo de los Verdes.
Subdivision Name: Encinitas
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 6.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,248
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,829 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2002
Year Renovated: 2002
County: San Diego County
APN: 2547003400
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 28
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 106
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Amelia
List Agent Last Name: Smith
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Eva
Buyer Agent Last Name: Meier
Co-Buyer Agent First Name: Maxine
Co-Buyer Agent Last Name: Geller
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Coldwell Banker Res Brokerage
Co-Buyer Office Name: Coldwell Banker Res Brokerage
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Schools
Capri Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.6mi
9/10
Oak Crest Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
7/10
La Costa Canyon High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
9/10
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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, 19 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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Encinitas, CA • 92024
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In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$2.58M – $3.12M
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