Listed by Lori Puterbaugh•DRE #02029345• Coldwell Banker Realty
Contact: ljputerbaugh@gmail.com
For sale
$12,900,000
Est. $84,243/mo —
5
bd
•
6 ba
•
5,365
sq ft
806 4th St, Encinitas, CA 92024
About this home
There are 21 miles of coastline in San Diego County. Only a handful of properties sit directly on the bluff — and only one controls 100 uninterrupted feet of it, flanked by empty lots on both sides. 806 4th Street is not just a home. It is a land position that cannot be recreated. From La Jolla to San Clemente, the Pacific is yours — unobstructed, private, permanent. The 5,365 sq ft estate behind it is extraordinary. But the ground it stands on is irreplaceable. Step through a gated entry into a world of sophistication, where a dramatic fire and waterfall feature sets the tone for this architectural masterpiece. The home boasts 2,400 sq. ft. of brand-new ocean-view decking, creating multiple entertaining spaces to soak in panoramic sunsets and city lights. Inside, discover a massive living area with floor-to-ceiling ocean views, a cozy fireplace, and a complete bar for entertaining. The gourmet kitchen, featuring its own fireplace, flows seamlessly to an outdoor BBQ area—ideal for hosting gatherings. Unwind in the saltwater pool and grotto, or enjoy the tranquil koi pond and tropical landscaping. The primary suite offers breathtaking ocean views and a spa-like ensuite, while additional bedrooms include designer bathrooms and private sitting areas. An attached ADU with full kitchen, bath, and laundry provides flexibility for guests or extended family.
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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Offer insights
806 4th St · $12,900,000
$12.6M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $12.6M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
265 days
The average home goes pending in 23 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.4%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Two-story layout
Front entry
Main entry on first level
Primary suite and primary bedroom
Recreation room, family room, great room and living room
Formal entry / foyer
Retreat and projection spaces
Wine cellar
Walk-in pantry
Walk-in closet
Guest/maid's quarters
Has fireplace in dining room and living room
Bedrooms
Three bedrooms on the main level
Primary bedroom on the main level
Bathrooms
Five full bathrooms
Two half bathrooms
Kitchen
Walk-in pantry
Laundry & utility
Laundry room inside the home
Washer and dryer included
Gas and electric dryer hookups
Washer hookup
Heating & cooling
Central cooling
Exterior features
Private in-ground pool with heated and black-bottom finish
Automated sprinklers with timer
Bluff-front lot
Property has views
Home design
Single-family home (no common walls)
Two stories
Entry faces front
Parking
Attached garage
Two garage spaces (two total parking spaces)
Construction
Living area and lot information per public records
Zoned R-1
Utilities
Public sewer
HOA & community
Community features include gutters, curbs and biking
Other
Single unit on the property (one dwelling in community)
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
One of the most spectacular houses in Encinitas. Property is nestled high above the Pacific Ocean. With 100 ft of ocean frontage on over a half-acre, it boasts breathtaking 180-degree ocean views from Dana Point to La Jolla. Light, bright and open floor plan. High ceilings, gourmet kitchen, saltwater grotto with a soothing waterfall wall and koi pond make this home the perfect place to enjoy the beautiful views and incredible sunsets. Views from every room Attached Studio unit perfect for visitors as well!
SDMLS #200012519
Apr 2, 2020
Listing Removed
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Apr 1, 2020
Relisted
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Mar 23, 2020
Listing Removed
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Mar 12, 2020
Listed
$7,000,000
$1,305/sq ft
SDMLS #190065387
Mar 10, 2020
Listing Removed
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Mar 3, 2020
Price Changed
$7,000,000
$1,305/sq ft
Dec 17, 2019
Listed
$7,499,995
$1,398/sq ft
SDMLS #190058743
Dec 16, 2019
Listing Removed
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Dec 16, 2019
Listing Removed
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Dec 12, 2019
Price Changed
$7,880,000
$1,469/sq ft
Dec 12, 2019
Price Changed
$7,880,000
$1,469/sq ft
Nov 14, 2019
Price Changed
$7,888,000
$1,470/sq ft
Nov 14, 2019
Price Changed
$7,888,000
$1,470/sq ft
Oct 28, 2019
Listed
$8,477,777
$1,580/sq ft
Oct 28, 2019
Listed
$8,477,777
$1,580/sq ft
CRMLS #190051818
Oct 27, 2019
Price Changed
$8,477,777
$1,580/sq ft
Oct 27, 2019
Listing Removed
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Sep 18, 2019
Listed
$6,999,000
$1,305/sq ft
SDMLS #190017615
Sep 1, 2019
Listing Removed
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Apr 3, 2019
Listed
$9,995,000
$1,863/sq ft
SDMLS #180052608
Apr 2, 2019
Listing Removed
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Feb 8, 2019
Price Changed
$9,995,000
$1,863/sq ft
Jan 17, 2019
Price Changed
$10,995,000
$2,049/sq ft
Sep 19, 2018
Price Changed
$11,995,000
$2,236/sq ft
Sep 19, 2018
Listed
$11,950,000
$2,227/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 1986
Sold
$650,000
$121/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$76,551 (+3.6%)
$6,470,007 + $669,309
$7,139,316
2024
$73,874 (+2.5%)
$6,343,145 + $656,186
$6,999,331
2023
$72,105 (+2.6%)
$6,218,770 + $643,320
$6,862,090
2022
$70,307 (+0.4%)
$6,096,834 + $630,706
$6,727,540
2021
$70,060 (+288.8%)
$5,977,289 + $618,340
$6,595,629
2020
$18,017 (+10.9%)
$5,860,088 + $606,216
$6,466,304
2019
$16,245 (+3.8%)
$1,009,388 + $563,218
$1,572,606
2018
$15,655 (+1.8%)
$989,567 + $420,560
$1,410,127
2017
$15,379 (+2.2%)
$951,142 + $404,230
$1,355,372
2016
$15,048 (+1.3%)
$951,142 + $404,230
$1,355,372
2015
$14,852 (+1.4%)
$932,493 + $396,304
$1,328,797
2014
$14,650 (−1.2%)
$900,496 + $382,706
$1,283,202
2013
$14,831 (+3.8%)
$900,496 + $382,706
$1,283,202
2012
$14,293 (+3.0%)
$896,427 + $380,977
$1,277,404
2011
$13,880 (+1.6%)
$878,850 + $373,507
$1,252,357
2010
$13,666 (+0.6%)
$861,618 + $366,184
$1,227,802
2009
$13,584 (+2.6%)
$855,179 + $363,448
$1,218,627
2008
$13,244
$857,211 + $364,312
$1,221,523
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
6
Stories
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Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
0.55 Acres
Year renovated
1955
Finished Sq. Ft.
5,365
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
5,365
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
2581730100
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
D-R15
100 FLD
Downtown Encinitas Specific Plan-Residential 15 Zone
This zone is intended to provide for residential development, including single-family units (attached and detached), duplex units, apartment development and senior housing, with a maximum density of 15 units per acre.
Zone overlays
100 year Floodplain overlay zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Educational/school
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
3/10 Heat Factor
3 days above 84° expected this year, 9 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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58
68
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66
49
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Dec
Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11.3 hrs
7.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 806 4th St
$11,604,554
$1.3M under list price of $12.9M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $3.7M to $11.2M.