1497 Crest Dr

Encinitas, CA 92024

$2,200,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
2,957 Sq. Ft.
$744 / Sq. Ft.
2,957
Sq. Ft.
$744
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Once in a lifetime opportunity on Encinitas' tree-lined Crest Dr.! With timeless style restored to perfection, this spacious & charming 2957 sq ft. single level home was originally built in 1946, melding the warmth of gracious living with the amenities of today. Enjoy panoramic mountain views from all primary rooms & large covered veranda. Set on 2.19 private acres with hardwood floors, french doors, 4 br, 3 ba, office, & custom gourmet cook's kitchen! Close to beaches, shopping, schools & I-5 access!...Once in a lifetime opportunity on Encinitas' tree-lined Crest Dr.! With timeless style restored to perfection, this spacious & charming 2957 sq ft. single level home was originally built in 1946, melding the warmth of gracious living with the amenities of today. Enjoy panoramic mountain views from all primary rooms & large covered veranda. Set on 2.19 private acres with hardwood floors, french doors, 4 br, 3 ba, office, & custom gourmet cook's kitchen! Close to beaches, shopping, schools & I-5 access! Welcome to this timeless opportunity on Crest Drive! Enjoy panoramic mountain & back country views from this very private single level, charming home on 2.19 acre parcel. Perfectly set overlooking serene natural canyon, Rancho Santa Fe, and the mountains beyond, this property has the ambiance of old California charm with mature trees and vintage porches. Located at the end of quintessential tree-lined private drive, this one of kind home has been remodeled and expanded with a mindfulness to retain the charm of it's original design. Inviting front porch greets you as you enter this light and bright home with beautiful original vintage windows, warm oak hardwood floors, and numerous french doors. Gourmet cook's exhibition kitchen is the natural heart of the home with Cararra marble eating bar, stainless appliances and large walk in pantry. Adjacent delightlful family room offers large wood burning fireplace, breathtaking picture window with stunning sit-down panoramic back country views, and french doors that lead out to enchanting vintage covered rear porch with unparalleled views. Formal dining area is incorporated into elegant formal living room with mountain views through vintage paned windows! Romantic master suite has sunrise views and large master bathroom & walk in closet. Ample storage abounds with two additional large storage closets and large laundry room. Enjoy leisurely morning coffee watching the sun rise over the mountains on your charming covered porch, plus dine alfresco in the evening with candlelight while enjoying the twinkling lights of Encinitas and Rancho Santa Fe. Enjoy the spacious rear yard while watching the hot air balloons & clouds drift by. Come embrace the special unique lifestyle that only this home and unique property can offer: the privacy and intimacy of it's tree-lined setting on Crest Drive, and still only minutes away from beaches, shopping and schools~ the best of ALL lifestyles that Encinitas and Cardiff have to offer, this one of a kind property provides! May be possible to build guest house and/or pool.

Listing Agents

  1. Polly Rogers

    Polly Rogers

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #00637691

    polly.rogers@compass.com

    P: (858)-774-2505

  2. Allen Johnson

    Allen Johnson

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01726875

    allen.johnson@compass.com

    P: (760)-637-7117

Property Details for 1497 Crest Drive

Area
Encinitas (ENCS)
Neighborhood
Palomares Heights
Community
ENCINITAS
City Postal ID
ENCINITAS (92024)
Cross Street(s)
Santa Fe
LISTING UPDATED: 02/02/2018 11:10 AM

Property Details for 1497 Crest Drive

StatusSold
MLS #170044171
Days on Market127
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1946
Lot Size2.19 AC / 95,396 SF
CountySan Diego County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Polly Rogers, DRE #00637691; Compass, Allen Johnson, DRE #01726875

Sold By Nancarrow Realty Group, Susie Nancarrow, DRE #01238192

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Building Information for 1497 Crest Drive

Stories1Year Built1946Building Size-Lot Size2.19 AC / 95,396 SF

Payment Calculator

$14,317 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$11,527

Property Taxes

$2,790

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1497 Crest Drive

Summary Information
Property and Location
  • System ID: 170044171
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Walk Score: 16
  • Levels: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1946
  • Street Number Numeric: 1497
  • Street Name: Crest Dr
  • Map Coordinates: 1167F2
  • Age Restrictions: N/K
  • Market Area: Coastal North
  • Directions To Property: Santa Fe Ave. to Crest, then south to property; or Birmingham east to Crest, then north to property.
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
Parking
  • Parking Garage: Attached
  • Parking Non-Garage: Driveway
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 2
  • Number of Parking Spaces: 4
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner Fees: $0
  • Monthly Total Fees: $0
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $0
  • Other Fees: $0
Supplement
  • Supplement: Welcome to this timeless opportunity on Crest Drive! Enjoy panoramic mountain & back country views from this very private single level, charming home on 2.19 acre parcel. Perfectly set overlooking serene natural canyon, Rancho Santa Fe, and the mountains beyond, this property has the ambiance of old California charm with mature trees and vintage porches. Located at the end of quintessential tree-lined private drive, this one of kind home has been remodeled and expanded with a mindfulness to retain the charm of it's original design. Inviting front porch greets you as you enter this light and bright home with beautiful original vintage windows, warm oak hardwood floors, and numerous french doors. Gourmet cook's exhibition kitchen is the natural heart of the home with Cararra marble eating bar, stainless appliances and large walk in pantry. Adjacent delightlful family room offers large wood burning fireplace, breathtaking picture window with stunning sit-down panoramic back country views, and french doors that lead out to enchanting vintage covered rear porch with unparalleled views. Formal dining area is incorporated into elegant formal living room with mountain views through vintage paned windows! Romantic master suite has sunrise views and large master bathroom & walk in closet. Ample storage abounds with two additional large storage closets and large laundry room. Enjoy leisurely morning coffee watching the sun rise over the mountains on your charming covered porch, plus dine alfresco in the evening with candlelight while enjoying the twinkling lights of Encinitas and Rancho Santa Fe. Enjoy the spacious rear yard while watching the hot air balloons & clouds drift by. Come embrace the special unique lifestyle that only this home and unique property can offer: the privacy and intimacy of it's tree-lined setting on Crest Drive, and still only minutes away from beaches, shopping and schools~ the best of ALL lifestyles that Encinitas and Cardiff have to offer, this one of a kind property provides! May be possible to build guest house and/or pool.
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
  • Heat Source: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Garage Door Opener, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Laundry Utilities: Other/Remarks
  • Optional Bedrooms: 1
  • Interior Features: Other
  • Bedrooms Count: 4
  • Searchable Rooms: Other/Remarks
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 16x14
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 12x11
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 13x10
  • Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 17x14
Interior Dimensions
  • Bedroom 5 Dimensions: 10x10
  • Breakfast Area Dimensions: 12x10
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 16x9
  • Family Room Dimensions: 17x16
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 10x10
  • Living Room Dimensions: 22x16
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Roof: Composition
  • Fencing: Other/Remarks
  • Pool: N/K
  • Square Footage: 2957
Property Information
Property and Assessments
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Entry Only: No
  • Lot Size: 2+ to 4 AC
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor Record
  • Topography: Level, Slope Gentle
  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
  • Assessors Parcel Num: 262-022-48-00
Utilities
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Sewer/Septic: Septic Installed
Multi Family Information
Building Details
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air

Property History for 1497 Crest Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 1, 2018

Sold

CRMLS #170044171

$2,200,000
Feb 1, 2018

Sold

SDMLS #170044171

$2,200,000
Feb 1, 2018

Sold

CLAW #170044171SD

$2,200,000
Jan 2, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #615062564

$2,200,000

+15.6% / yr

Dec 26, 2017

Pending

CLAW #170044171SD

Dec 26, 2017

Pending

SDMLS #170044171

Dec 26, 2017

Pending

CRMLS #170044171

Aug 21, 2017

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #170044171

$2,295,000
Aug 21, 2017

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #170044171

$2,295,000
Aug 21, 2017

Listed (Active)

CLAW #170044171SD

$2,295,000
Jul 13, 2010

Withdrawn

SDMLS #100001414

Jan 8, 2010

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #100001414

$1,950,000
Sep 1, 1998

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #37389696

$133,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/01/2018

Sold

CRMLS #170044171

$2,200,000
02/01/2018

Sold

SDMLS #170044171

$2,200,000
02/01/2018

Sold

CLAW #170044171SD

$2,200,000
01/02/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #615062564

$2,200,000

+15.6% / yr

12/26/2017

Pending

CLAW #170044171SD

12/26/2017

Pending

SDMLS #170044171

12/26/2017

Pending

CRMLS #170044171

08/21/2017

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #170044171

$2,295,000
08/21/2017

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #170044171

$2,295,000
08/21/2017

Listed (Active)

CLAW #170044171SD

$2,295,000
07/13/2010

Withdrawn

SDMLS #100001414

01/08/2010

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #100001414

$1,950,000
09/01/1998

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #37389696

$133,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1497 Crest Drive

Taxable ValueLand$2,018,545Additions$1,132,807Total$3,151,352
Tax Record2024$33,484 ($2,790 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt4,421 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,421 SqFtLot Size95,396 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2020ZoningR-1:SINGLE FACountySAN DIEGOAPN262-022-48-00

Schools near 1497 Crest Drive

This home is within Encinitas Union Elementary School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Ocean Knoll Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Oak Crest Middle School
Public7 to 8

La Costa Canyon High School
Public9 to 12

Sunset High (Continuation) School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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