You won’t want to miss this charmer! This home is abundant in style and sophistication. Heavily upgraded at every turn, you will be hard pressed to find a property with this much pizzazz. Along with a superb interior layout, you also have fantastic outdoor areas to entertain. Ocean views from the front yard and a large bonus room in the back yard make this home a real gem. And, all of this is only a short bike ride away from the ocean and Downtown Encinitas. This home won't last long, so hurry over! Neighborhoods: Encinitas Equipment: Dryer, Range/Oven, Shed(s), Washer Other Fees: 0 Sewer: Sewer Connected Topography: LL
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
$1,244Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Willie Wilson•DRE #01748127• HomeSmart Realty West
You won’t want to miss this charmer! This home is abundant in style and sophistication. Heavily upgraded at every turn, you will be hard pressed to find a property with this much pizzazz. Along with a superb interior layout, you also have fantastic outdoor areas to entertain. Ocean views from the front yard and a large bonus room in the back yard make this home a real gem. And, all of this is only a short bike ride away from the ocean and Downtown Encinitas. This home won't last long, so hurry over!
Current owners have made a ton of improvements since they purchased this home back in 2015. Including a full remodel of the guest bathroom and the detached bonus room in the backyard. Other improvements include the addition of a very spacious deck in the backyard and a fully enclosed fence in the front yard. A tankless water heater was also installed, a remodel of the fireplace hearth in the family room, new carpet, and more. A must see all the way around!
SDMLS #150005381
Mar 5, 2015
Sold
$740,000
$505/sq ft
Feb 4, 2015
Price Changed
$739,900
$505/sq ft
Feb 3, 2015
Pending
—
Jan 30, 2015
Listed
$729,900
$499/sq ft
+19
SIT DOWN OCEAN VIEWS FROM NEARLY EVERY ROOM! Move in ready single story Encinitas bungalow with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and open concept floorplan. Additional features include remodeled kitchen with Quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, spacious master bedroom with remodeled ensuite, and large yard complete with patio, detached studio, and new lawn great for children and pets. Move-in ready!
Property is being sold AS IS and no requests for repairs are expected by seller. The seller has never occupied the property, has limited knowledge of property and surrounding areas, and is exempt from supplying the buyer with a TDS. This home is being sold in its current “as is” condition. The buyer is to complete thorough investigations before close of escrow. The buyer/ buyers’ agent shall verify all information contained herein before close of escrow. Information contained herein is deemed reliable but IS NOT GUARANTEED. Buyer to verify Square footage, Room sizes, sewer and septic information, utility availability and utility company information including but not limited to water, electric, gas, sewer, septic, cable and other communication services, Property Mgmt Co, % of Owner Occupancy, Parking location, Schools & Services to buyer satisfaction before signing Escrow Papers.
SDMLS #961013818
Mar 19, 1997
Listing Removed
—
Mar 19, 1997
Listing Removed
—
Sep 19, 1996
Listed
$190,000
$130/sq ft
Sep 19, 1996
Listed
$190,000
$130/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 1, 1984
Sold
$101,000
$69/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 10, 1984
Sold
$125,000
$85/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 24, 1984
Sold
$122,500
$84/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,613 (+3.9%)
$998,980 + $144,189
$1,143,169
2024
$12,141 (+2.7%)
$979,393 + $141,362
$1,120,755
2023
$11,828 (+0.7%)
$960,190 + $138,591
$1,098,781
2022
$11,744 (+3.4%)
$941,363 + $135,874
$1,077,237
2021
$11,359 (+1.2%)
$922,905 + $133,210
$1,056,115
2020
$11,228 (+2.1%)
$904,809 + $130,599
$1,035,408
2019
$11,001 (+0.7%)
$895,532 + $129,260
$1,024,792
2018
$10,927 (+27.7%)
$877,973 + $126,726
$1,004,699
2017
$8,557 (+3.3%)
$669,651 + $96,658
$766,309
2016
$8,287 (+12.0%)
$669,651 + $96,658
$766,309
2015
$7,398 (−0.6%)
$656,521 + $94,763
$751,284
2014
$7,441 (−1.2%)
$565,875 + $81,679
$647,554
2013
$7,531 (+4.1%)
$565,875 + $81,679
$647,554
2012
$7,237 (+0.6%)
$563,318 + $81,310
$644,628
2011
$7,192 (+1.2%)
$552,273 + $79,716
$631,989
2010
$7,109 (−1.1%)
$541,445 + $78,153
$619,598
2009
$7,185 (+0.8%)
$537,399 + $77,569
$614,968
2008
$7,129
$538,676 + $77,754
$616,430
Tax history for 852 Melba
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,613 (+3.9%)
$998,980 + $144,189
$1,143,169
2024
$12,141 (+2.7%)
$979,393 + $141,362
$1,120,755
2023
$11,828 (+0.7%)
$960,190 + $138,591
$1,098,781
2022
$11,744 (+3.4%)
$941,363 + $135,874
$1,077,237
2021
$11,359 (+1.2%)
$922,905 + $133,210
$1,056,115
2020
$11,228 (+2.1%)
$904,809 + $130,599
$1,035,408
2019
$11,001 (+0.7%)
$895,532 + $129,260
$1,024,792
2018
$10,927 (+27.7%)
$877,973 + $126,726
$1,004,699
2017
$8,557 (+3.3%)
$669,651 + $96,658
$766,309
2016
$8,287 (+12.0%)
$669,651 + $96,658
$766,309
2015
$7,398 (−0.6%)
$656,521 + $94,763
$751,284
2014
$7,441 (−1.2%)
$565,875 + $81,679
$647,554
2013
$7,531 (+4.1%)
$565,875 + $81,679
$647,554
2012
$7,237 (+0.6%)
$563,318 + $81,310
$644,628
2011
$7,192 (+1.2%)
$552,273 + $79,716
$631,989
2010
$7,109 (−1.1%)
$541,445 + $78,153
$619,598
2009
$7,185 (+0.8%)
$537,399 + $77,569
$614,968
2008
$7,129
$538,676 + $77,754
$616,430
*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
3
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1956
Sq. Ft.
1,464
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
2583723300
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
R3
Residential 3 Zone
Residential 3 is intended to provide for single-family detached residential units with minimum lot sizes of 14,500 net square feet and maximum densities of three units per net acre, as a rural to suburban transition. 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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Agriculture-Pastureland
Housing-Mobile home park
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Uncovered Spaces: 2
Driveway, Other
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Individual Room
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator
Has Appliances
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Fireplace Information
Family Room, Bonus Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Carpet, Wood
Heating Information
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Has Heating
Interior Features
Levels: One
Exterior
Exterior Information
Roof: Composition
Construction Materials: Other
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Property Information
Parcel Number: 2583723300
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Walk Score: 49
Location
Location Information
Latitude: 33.04004700
Longitude: -117.27374700
Other Subdivision Name: Encinitas
Directions: GPS Cross Street: Santa Fe Rd.
Subdivision Name: Encinitas
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,464
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: 1956
County: San Diego County
APN: 2583723300
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 4
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 4
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Willie
List Agent Last Name: Wilson
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: HomeSmart Realty West
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Dianne
Buyer Agent Last Name: Reppucci
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Your Home Brokerage
Around this home
Schools
Ocean Knoll Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.1mi
7/10
Oak Crest Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
La Costa Canyon High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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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Historical weather
Encinitas, CA • 92024
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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49
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58
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72
58
68
50
66
49
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Jun
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Aug
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Sun exposure
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.
8.7 hrs
7.3 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$1.73M – $2.09M
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