Central Encinitas
Suburban Neighborhood in Encinitas, California
San Diego County 92024
Neighborhood Reviews
Large shopping plazas at El Camino Real
Encinitas has many large shopping plazas along the retail corridor, El Camino Real. The thoroughfare leads to big box supercenters and department stores. To the west, centered along Coast Highway 101, is Downtown 101, a premier shopping district with upscale restaurants, cafes, window-front stores and boutiques. Health food shops sit beside thrift stores, yoga studios, salons and bustling bars. After a day of shopping, locals can walk right to the beach to enjoy the sunset. The commercial corridor blends vintage charm with a more modern aesthetic. This is a combined effort from community members and organizations, such as the non-profit Encinitas 101 MainStreet, which has a mission of historic preservation and renewal.
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An eclectic range of homes
The homes in this neighborhood have a wide range of styles that add an eclectic and creative feel to the area. Potential buyers can find newly built condominiums, hillside duplexes, modest ranches and large single-family contemporary styles. Condominiums and townhouses often range from $750,000 to $1.2 million. On average, single-family homes start at $1.3 million and reach upwards of $3.5 million.An outdoor community
As a health-conscious outdoor community, Encinitas has more than its fair share of parks and green space. Bocce players are often seen on the courts at Oakcrest Park, and Sun Vista Park has a dedicated space for dogs. Little ones can play in the shade on the modern playscapes at Las Verdes Park. The newly opened Encinitas Community Park offers playscapes, a skate park, a dog park and sports fields for athletic locals. Walking trails are scattered throughout Encinitas, presenting spectacular views from the sloping landscape to the coast. Visitors and residents alike spend time surfing and strolling the sandy coastline of Moonlight Beach.
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Theater, golf course and garden
Downtown Encinitas is home to the La Paloma Theater, a historic Spanish Colonial Revival movie theater built in 1928. Crowds of people pile into the small establishment every other Friday at midnight to watch the Rocky Horror Picture Show. Residents here mark their calendars for several festivals and community events throughout the year. On the weekends, the Encinitas Moonlight Marketplace attracts artisans, food vendors and locals. Many look forward to the Switchfoot Bro-Am in early July, an annual surf competition and outdoor music festival on the sands at Moonlight Beach. The community is also home to a tropical rainforest and bamboo grooves inside the San Diego Botanic Garden. The 37-acre garden hosts the illuminating event, Lightscape, during the winter holiday. Encinitas Ranch Golf Course is another recreational delight for avid golfers hoping to tee off on a championship 18-hole course. “This is a great community with a lot of history. The area is the largest producer of the poinsettia Christmas flower. And the Self-Realization Fellowship Meditation Gardens, which is free to the public, was set up by the grandfather of yoga, Paramahansa Yogananda,” Moss says. “The grounds have lovely trees and sweeping ocean views.”
A rated schools from K-12
The Encinitas Union Elementary School District and the San Dieguito Union High School District serve the community. Paul Ecke-Central Elementary is open to kindergarten to sixth-grade learners and has an A on Niche. Diegueno Middle and Oak Crest Middle Schools accept seventh to eighth graders and hold the No. 9 and No. 10 spots for Best Public Middle Schools in the San Diego Area, according to Niche. San Dieguito High School Academy, rated A-plus, provides CTE pathways for teens interested in film production, architectural design, software and systems development as well as other offerings.
Interstate 5
For those commuting to downtown San Diego or other more far-reaching parts of the city, Interstate 5 runs through Encinitas. In addition, Encinitas is home to a Coaster train stop for commutes throughout San Diego County.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Tracee Denby
Tracee Denby
RE/MAX Connections
(858) 348-5234
37 Total Sales
2 in Central Encinitas
$798K - $807K Price Range
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Kimberly Cucinella
Kimberly Cucinella
Krueger Realty
(858) 879-0350
72 Total Sales
1 in Central Encinitas
$1,850,000 Price
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Tim Diamond
Tim Diamond
Compass
(858) 201-5223
118 Total Sales
4 in Central Encinitas
$885K - $4.3M Price Range
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KC Rentfro
KC Rentfro
Swell Property
(858) 768-8948
49 Total Sales
5 in Central Encinitas
$772K - $1.9M Price Range
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Raini Gordy
Raini Gordy
Willis Allen Real Estate
(858) 203-2088
50 Total Sales
1 in Central Encinitas
$1,850,000 Price
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Michael Solis
Michael Solis
Keller Williams San Diego Metro
(442) 273-1951
186 Total Sales
1 in Central Encinitas
$650,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Sun Vista Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Scott Valley Park
- Basketball
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Mildred MacPherson Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Oakcrest Park
- Basketball
- Trails
- Playground
Hawk View Park
- Dog Park
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Las Verdes Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Cottonwood Creek Park
- Basketball
- Dog Park
- Skateboard
Moonlight State Beach
- Picnic Area
- Skateboard
- Volleyball
Encinitas Viewpoint Park
- Dog Park
- Playground
- Community Center
Transit
Airport
San Diego International
34 min drive
Train
Encinitas
Bus
Encinitas Bl & Delphinium St
Bus
El Camino Real & Mountain Vista Dr
Bus
Encinitas Blvd & Essex Heights
Bus
Encinitas Station Stall 6
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Encinitas Bl & Willowspring Dr
Bus
Encinitas Bl & Town & Country
Reviews
Niche Reviews
11/21/2017
Niche Review
Encinitas is an awesome town in north county San Diego that has a lot to offer: great public schools, plenty of things to do around town, the beach is 10-15 minutes away, and there is a big corporate environment surrounding Encinitas which allows for many job opportunities.
7/28/2016
Niche Review
I personally find it very safe. The police are very responsive to the concerns of the people. One time we had a suspicious person at the park and one of my neighbors reported it and a cop came over and investigated immediately. The cops also followed up the next couple days to make sure the person didn't return. Overall, a pretty safe place.
7/14/2014
Niche Review
I chose to live here because of the general atmosphere and demeanor of the people residing in the area. I've lived in Northern California and Texas and there is no comparing the two to my current residence. Its a beautiful part of the world and I feel fortunate to be able to live here.
12/12/2019
Niche Review
Living here has been great. I live close to some great hiking trails. Very close to some beautiful beaches. Close to some very good restaurants. This is a wonderful place and the kind of life that in my opinion should be a basic human right. This is an amazing life. However, its not a life that a lot of people can afford without going into debt or at all. I wish it were more reasonable for people to live here so people can experience what I experience.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Central Encinitas | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Central Encinitas Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Central Encinitas, Encinitas sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Central Encinitas, Encinitas over the last 12 months is $1,677,500, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,749,000
Median Sale Price
$1,677,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,925,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$2,500,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$815,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
440
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$1,039
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
10,121
Number of Homes for Sale
82
Median Year Built
1980
Months of Supply
2.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,179
Above the national average
1,932
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,259
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,118
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
763
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
300
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 2811am - 3pm
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Saturday, Jun 281 - 3pm
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Saturday, Jun 2812 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,649 - $1,959 per month
- Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adul...
- Studio-1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 256+ Sq Ft
- 480 S El Camino Real
- Encinitas, CA
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$2,999 - $3,743 per month
- Elan Pacifico Encinitas
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 1,078+ Sq Ft
- 1100 Garden View Rd
- Encinitas, CA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
34,955
Median Age
46
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$138,221
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$163,539
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97%
College Graduates
64.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
11''
Average Winter Low Temperature
48°F
Average Summer High Temperature
74°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
33
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
79
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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