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$1,160,000
● House - Off Market

431 Orpheus

Encinitas, CA 92024
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
3 Baths
square feet
1,764 Ft²
$2,289,147
RealtyHop Estimate
86.87%
Since Jan 1, 2015
National-US
Primary Model

About This Property

Single story Spanish style home with green view and partial ocean view.  18 Ft. high wood beamed ceilings in living room and dining room. 2 masonry fireplaces with Saltillo tile. Lots of glass to bring in the outside landscaping providing a tropical feeling.  Guest apartment featuring 1 bedroom, living room, kitchenette, bathroom, private yard & entry. Home sits up high off street for total privacy. Lush backyard w private patios and secret garden. Main house is 2/2. 3rd bedroom is in guest apartment. Neighborhoods: Beach Equipment: Garage Door Opener, Range/Oven Other Fees: 0 Sewer:  Septic Installed Topography: GSL Guest House Est. SQFT: 300
Unit Size
1,764 Ft²
Days on Market
53 days
Land Size
0.24 acres
Price per sqft
$694
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1976

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Last updated: 4 months ago (SDMLS #140058091)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Mar 30, 2026 Sold
Sold
Feb 21, 2026 Listed by Swell Property $2,468,500
Listed by Swell Property
Here is your opportunity to own a rare ranch-style home west of I-5 where panoramic ocean views meet a coastal lifestyle less than half a mile from the beach! Masterfully constructed by renowned local builder, Michael Shores, this ranch-style home captures sweeping vistas from every west-facing room, bringing ocean views and daily sunsets right into your living space. Adjacent to Orpheus Park, this home is just minutes from downtown Encinitas, the PCH/101 corridor, Paul Ecke Central Elementary and the Sunday Leucadia Farmers Market. This location offers the perfect balance of beach-town charm and everyday convenience. Inside, natural light pours through large windows, highlighting the warmth of Saltillo tile and the dramatic 18-foot wood-beamed ceiling in the great room and dining room. Two fireplaces provide a cozy and inviting ambiance as the seasons change. The main home offers two en-suite bedrooms and two bathrooms, complemented by an attached casita. Equipped with its own entrance and patio with ocean view, kitchen, living space, bedroom and full bathroom with jacuzzi shower, this casita is perfect for guests, multigenerational living, or rental opportunities. Step outside to a private backyard oasis complete with a jacuzzi spa, 7-tier pondless waterfall, deck and raised garden bed, a serene retreat after a day at the beach. Custom smart, solar powered lighting and thoughtfully designed drought tolerant landscaping create a scenic backdrop for breathtaking sunset views. A spacious two-car garage further enhances the lifestyle this property offers. Blending ranch-style living with coastal charm, this property sits just minutes from sandy beaches and the vibrant heart of Encinitas!
Dec 16, 2014 Sold
Sold
Oct 24, 2014 Listed by Gary Martin, Broker $1,225,000
Listed by Gary Martin, Broker

Property Highlights

Garage
Fireplace
With View

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1976
  • Effective Year Built: 1976
  • Building Count: 1
  • Bedroom Count: 2
  • Bathroom Count: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Partial Bathrooms: 3
  • Building Condition: 0
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 0
  • Building Style: 0
  • Exterior Walls Type: 0
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 0
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 3
  • Parking Space Count: 2
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0
  • Location Influence Type: 224

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 10,500
  • Total Building Area: 1,764
  • Building Area: 1,764
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 0
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,764
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: GROSS SUBDIVISION
  • Land Acres: 0000000241
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 11
  • Legal Description 1: LOT 5 DOC74-240573 IN TR 003307

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Encinitas Union Elementary School District
  • School Tax School District: ENCINITAS CITY
  • Census Tract: 017603

Zoning

  • Zoning: R3

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 003307
  • Subdivision Tract Number: 003307
  • Parcel: 256-314-39-00
  • Lot: 5
  • Municipality: CITY OF ENCINITAS
  • Latitude: 33.0569
  • Longitude: -117.295

    Address

  • Full Address: 431 Orpheus Ave
  • Address - House Number: 431
  • Address - Street Name: Orpheus
  • Address - Suffix Type: Ave
  • State: CA
  • City Name: Encinitas
  • Carrier Code: C018
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 2609
  • Zip Code: 92024

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $1,414,258
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 19-078

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1658
  • Valuation Date: Jan 27, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 79
  • Final Value: 2,350,309
  • High Value: 2,740,025
  • Low Value: 1,960,593

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $1,340,004
  • Assessed Land Value: $1,108,970
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $231,034

    Exemptions

  • Homeowner Exemption: Yes

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Nov 13, 2014
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Dec 16, 2014
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 36
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 2014-0554694
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Sep 04, 2009
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Aug 04, 2009
  • Previous Sale Amount: $865,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 36

    Financing

  • First Mortgage Financing Type: ADJ
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 431 Orpheus Avenue built and last sold?
The property at 431 Orpheus Avenue was built in 1976 and last sold on Nov 13, 2014 for $1,160,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 431 Orpheus Avenue is $2,410,742.
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