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$4,995,000

1040 Crest Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024

4Beds
5Baths
4,722Sq ft
2005Built
19,368Lot sq ft

Listed by Brett A Combs, Compass · 858-284-1800

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About this home

Set behind private gates on an expansive 19,368-square-foot homesite, this extraordinary Spanish Modern estate embodies timeless elegance, exceptional craftsmanship, and the effortless indoor-outdoor lifestyle that defines coastal Encinitas. Built in 2005 and spanning approximately 4,722 square feet, the thoughtfully designed property features a beautifully appointed single-level main residence and a detached guest house, offering the perfect balance of luxury, comfort, and privacy.esigned for both grand-scale entertaining and everyday living, the main home showcases spacious open-concept living areas filled with natural light, soaring ceilings, and seamless transitions to multiple outdoor living spaces. The chef's kitchen is appointed with top-of-the-line appliances, custom cabinetry, generous prep space, and an inviting layout that naturally becomes the heart of the home, flowing effortlessly into the dining and great room for memorable gatherings. The single-level main residence offers three spacious bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and two powder rooms, creating a functional and elegant floor plan with effortless accessibility. A detached 748-square-foot guest house provides an additional bedroom and full bath, offering a private retreat for guests, extended family, creative workspace, or multigenerational living.very detail has been thoughtfully curated to create an atmosphere of warmth and sophistication. A custom cedar wine cellar provides the ideal setting to showcase a prized collection, while owned solar and air conditioning deliver modern efficiency...See Supplement

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Home facts

Everything SDMLS reports for this home
$1,058Price per sq ft
NoneHOA dues
NoneMello-Roos / CFD
19,368 sq ftLot · 0.44 acres
3 garage + 5Parking spaces
YesADU / guest unit
200521 years old
43Days on market

Interior

Bedrooms4 (+1 optional)
Bathrooms3 full, 2 half
Living area4,722 sq ft
Levels2 Story
RoomsDining Room/SeparateGreat RoomPrimary RetreatPrim BR Entry LevelOfficeKitchenLiving RoomPrimary Bathroom
AppliancesDishwasherDisposalGarage Door OpenerRefrigeratorSolar PanelsWasherBuilt In RangeFreezerGrillBarbecueGas RangeGas Cooking
Fireplace2 · FP in Living Room, Patio/Outdoors
LaundryGas

Heating, cooling & utilities

HeatingForced Air Unit (Solar)
CoolingCentral Forced Air
WaterMeter on Property
SewerSewer Connected

Exterior & lot

Lot size19,368 sq ft (.25 to .5 AC)
FencingPartial

Construction

Year built2005
Exterior wallsStucco
RoofConcrete, Tile

Parking

Garage spaces3
Other spaces5
Total spaces8
Parking featuresAttachedDirect Garage Access

HOA, fees & community

HOA duesNone
Mello-Roos / CFDNone

Property & listing details

Home typeDetached
OwnershipFee Simple
Parcel number (APN)259-260-71-00
NeighborhoodEncinitas
Subdivision / tractENCINITAS
MLS areaCoastal North
CountySan Diego
Accepted financingCash, Conventional
Listed onSep 16, 2026
Original list price$5,295,000
Last price changeSep 29, 2026
Days on market43
MLS #260022752

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Price & status history

DateEventPrice
Sep 16, 2026Listed for sale$5,295,000
Off-market · not on Zillow, Redfin or the MLS

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What it costs to own

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Rate starts at the Freddie Mac 30-year average, week of November 5, 2026.

Rent vs. buy

Typical rent in 92024 is about $4,249/month. Owning this home runs about — more each month before tax benefits and equity.

Home values in 92024
+5%1 year
+32%5 years
+107%10 years

Estimates, not a loan quote. Tax uses the San Diego County typical rate on the list price; insurance is the California average policy; rent and value trends are Zillow indexes for the ZIP. Mortgage calculator · Cost to own in San Diego · Insurance and lending pros

This home vs. its market

Encinitas (Cardiff & Leucadia) is a Seller's market

2.5 months of inventory for houses in October 2026. Under 3 months favors sellers, 3 to 6 is balanced, over 6 favors buyers.

$1,058Price per sq ft (area: $1,180, 10% below)
43 daysOn market (area median: 14 days)
$2,300,000Area median house price (+2% vs last year)
98%Of list price that sellers got

Price reduced $300,000 from the original list price.

Area figures: San Diego MLS closed sales, October 2026, houses in Encinitas, compiled by Jeff Brick.

The neighborhood

Living in Encinitas

$2,060,000Median sale price
55Avg. days on market
51Homes for sale

Market data: SDMLS.

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Schools for this home

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