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Property Description
West of the 5 freeway in Encinitas, on a nearly half acre lot, Zoned R-3 for future development opportunity, a phenomenally and truly rare opportunity awaits you at an unbelievable price. Enjoy capitalizing on this exceptionally rare opportunity to own a beautiful single story home on nearly half an acre in one of Californias most incredibly vibrant and beautiful coastal communities, Encinitas. This property sits on an expansive and lush .46 acre lot that is Zoned R-3 and allows for the development additional homes. Expand on that opportunity by potentially developing multi unit buildings on the property for maximum investment return. Functional and thoughtful architecture is at the forefront of this lovely and remarkably well maintained and appointed 2076 square foot 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home. The home is absolutely move in ready with vaulted ceilings and custom travertine flooring. The triple paned windows and extra insulation create both energy efficiency and a peaceful sanctuary. Light and bright throughout, the home is crafted with an intelligent floor plan that creates a mix of spaces for both privacy and gathering. A large living room leads to an open concept kitchen and dining room adjacent to the outdoor patio. The chef's grade kitchen features a 6 foot integrated Sub-Zero refrigerator that blends seamlessly with the array of ample custom cabinetry. Enjoy a beautiful oversized granite island perfect for casual dining and entertaining as well as the convenience and top quality of a Wolf 6 burner range, a double oven, and a whisper quiet Bosch dishwasher and waste compactor. Remodeled bathrooms include double vanities, a seamless glass dual rainfall walk in shower, luxurious rejuvenating jetted soaking tub, and designer tile and cabinetry. The primary bedroom offers a retreat with sliding glass doors to a private patio and a large walk in closet with built ins tailored to maximize space and organization. Life is made easier with numerous smart home features such as ethernet hardwired to every room, 240V electric vehicle charging outlet, and built in surround sound speakers. The home includes a generously sized and well equipped laundry room with custom shelving and storage and state of the art washer and dryer. The updated systems of the home include a tankless water heater, central heating and air conditioning, ceiling fans, and a natural gas fireplace that all bring comfort and efficiency with the flick of a switch The expansive outdoor entertainer's deck is perfect for outdoor dining and sunset gazing and offers plenty of room to add a Jacuzzi and garden. Not only does the large garage provide plenty of room for two cars plus storage, the property and driveway offer uncommon and exceptional room to park your boat as well as recreational and work vehicles. Acquire your own sanctuary in Encinitas, the laid back and upscale beach town where stunning natural beauty meets friendly community spirit. The home is situated just short moments away from some of the most beautiful beaches and open spaces in Southern California as well as outstanding dining, shopping, recreation and entertainment, farmers markets, botanical gardens, galleries, golf, and year round community festivals and events. Encinitas is Californias best kept "secret spot" beach town and the opportunity to own a beautiful home on a large lot with R-3 zoning is a is a special opportunity you wont want to miss out on.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1460 Orpheus Ave
General
- Price: $1,875,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: NDP2601844
- Updated: 2/27/2026
- Days on Market: 2 days
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Walk-In Closet, Utility Room, Primary Bedroom, Laundry, Kitchen, Living Room, Family Room, Primary Suite, Primary Bathroom
- Interior Features: Wired for Data, Built-in Features, High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Open Floorplan, Storage
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room
- Flooring: Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside, Individual Room, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Washer Included, Dryer Included
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Garage, Gravel, Paved, Combination Driveway, On-Site, Garage (Direct Access), RV Access/Parking, Guest, Asphalt, Garage Faces Front, Driveway, Private, Garage Door Opener, See Remarks
Location
- County: San Diego
- Driving Directions: Please use GPS. Very easy to find!
School Information
- School District: Encinitas Union
Community
- Community Features: Watersports, Golf, Biking, Dog Park, Hiking, Suburban, Park
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Conventional Septic
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Roof: Composition
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Windows: Triple-Pane Windows, Insulated Windows
- Entry Location: 1
- Stories/Levels: One
- Stories Description: One
- Square Feet: 2,076
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1997
- Property Condition: Turnkey
Unit Information
- Units in Complex: 1
Lot Features
- Property View: Neighborhood
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.4614
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 20,100
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Lot Dimensions: 20, 100 square feet
- Zoning: R-3
- Lot Description: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $903.18
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
Listed by Compass, Tanya Parks
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Schools
Schools serving 1460 Orpheus Ave
School Districts:Encinitas Union Elementary School District, San Dieguito Union High School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Paul Ecke-Central Elementary School 185 Union Street, Encinitas, CA 92024 | K-6 | 1.2 mi |
Diegueno Middle School 2150 Village Park Way, Encinitas, CA 92024 | 7-8 | 3.4 mi |
La Costa Canyon High School 1 Maverick Way, Encinitas, CA 92009 | 9-12 | 4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1460 Orpheus Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/27/2026
Price Increased
$1,875,000
1.35%
MLS
2/26/2026
Listed
$1,850,000
6.63%
MLS
1/19/2022
Sold
$1,735,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1460 Orpheus Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$19,384
12%
$1,795,000
10%
2023
$17,265
133%
$1,630,000
134%
2022
$7,414
1%
$696,231
2%
2021
$7,320
1%
$682,580
1%
2020
$7,229
2%
$675,582
2%
2019
$7,079
2%
$662,336
2%
2018
$6,938
2%
$649,350
2%
2017
$6,812
3%
$636,619
2%
2016
$6,591
1%
$624,138
2%
2015
$6,499
2%
$614,764
2%
2014
$6,373
79%
$602,723
83%
2013
$3,567
—
$329,497
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1460 Orpheus Avenue, Encinitas, CA 92024 (MLS# NDP2601844) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1460 Orpheus Avenue is currently listed for $1,875,000 and was received on February 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 1460 Orpheus Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Encinitas? You can browse all Encinitas real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

