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Property Description
Perched atop a sprawling near half-acre double lot in the coveted Encinitas Highlands, this rare west-of-I-5 property offers the best of coastal living with flexibility, income potential, and room to grow. Just moments from Moonlight Beach, Viewpoint Park, the Coaster Station, Encinitas Library, and the vibrant shops, restaurants, and cafés of Downtown Encinitas, the location is truly hard to beat. The light-filled single-level main residence features three bedrooms, one bath, original hardwood floors, wood-beam ceilings, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and an expansive deck overlooking the property's lush grounds. Thoughtful updates over the years have preserved the home's charm while enhancing everyday comfort. A detached office provides the perfect space for working from home, pursuing creative passions, or creating a private wellness retreat. Adding to the property's versatility is a separate studio space with its own entrance, kitchenette, and full bath, along with a detached Quonset Hut residence tucked toward the rear of the property, creating valuable rental income opportunities, guest accommodations, or flexible living arrangements. The expansive lot offers an increasingly rare sense of space and privacy in the heart of Encinitas, with room to entertain, garden, relax, and enjoy the coastal lifestyle. For those seeking future possibilities, the property also presents exceptional long-term upside, including plans for a lot split with a striking architectural residence on the second lot, designed to complement the site's unique setting and scale. Whether you're looking for a charming beach-close home, an income-producing investment, a multigenerational property, or a legacy homesite for the future, opportunities like this rarely come available in one of Encinitas' most sought-after neighborhoods.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 735 Cornish Dr
General
- Price: $3,900,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: NDP2606166
- Updated: 6/26/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Kitchen, Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Wood Burning, Living Room
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Closet, Washer Hookup, Outside
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
Location
- County: San Diego
- Driving Directions: Encinitas Blvd (W), Left on East D St, Right on Cornish Dr. Property will be just South of Requeza St on the left/east side of the street.
School Information
- School District: Encinitas Union
Community
- Community Features: Curbs
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Fireplace(s), Natural Gas, Wall Furnace
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Entry Location: front door
- Stories/Levels: One
- Stories Description: One
- Square Feet: 2,150
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1947
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
- Units in Complex: 1
Lot Features
- Property View: None
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.4827
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 21,027
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: R5
- Lot Description: Lot 20000-39999 Sqft
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1,813.95
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
Listed by Swell Property, David Miller
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Schools
Schools serving 735 Cornish Dr
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 | 1.1 mi |
Oak Crest Middle School 675 Balour Drive, Encinitas, CA 92024 | 7-8 | 1.5 mi |
La Costa Canyon High School 1 Maverick Way, Encinitas, CA 92009 | 9-12 | 4.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 735 Cornish Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/26/2026
Listed
$3,900,000
62.5%
MLS
8/13/2024
Sold
$2,400,000
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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 735 Cornish Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$14,757
—
$2,400,000
87%
2024
$14,757
3%
$1,281,866
2%
2023
$14,330
152%
$1,256,732
171%
2022
$5,688
-3%
$464,183
2%
2021
$5,853
161%
$455,082
404%
2020
$2,242
1%
$90,362
2%
2019
$2,220
-5%
$88,591
2%
2018
$2,339
-3%
$86,855
2%
2017
$2,402
1%
$85,153
2%
2016
$2,372
3%
$83,485
2%
2015
$2,309
3%
$82,232
2%
2014
$2,234
2%
$80,622
—
2013
$2,192
—
$80,259
—
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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735 Cornish Drive, Encinitas, CA 92024 (MLS# NDP2606166) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 735 Cornish Drive is currently listed for $3,900,000 and was received on June 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 735 Cornish Drive? 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.

