Seller's Agent in 2021
Eric Iantorno
Compass
(858) 334-3577
11 in this area
172 Total Sales
1375 Este Vista Ct Encinitas, CA 92024
Cardiff-by-the-Sea NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $5,852,000 - $6,057,000
5
Beds
5.5
Baths
5,695
Sq Ft
$1,047/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Ocean View
- Home Theater
- 1.83 Acre Lot
- Ada W. Harris Elementary Rated A
- Pool and Spa
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
About This Home
As of December 2021Nestled on an elevated lot in a private, quiet cul-de-sac off coveted Crest Drive a short drive from downtown Cardiff by the Sea, enjoy incredible panoramic mountain, estuary & ocean views from this magnificent custom estate. Just minutes from the area's best restaurants, shops & beaches & with one-of-a-kind features throughout, this property is the pinnacle of Encinitas/Cardiff. The home offers floor to ceiling windows with soaring ceilings & multiple decks & patios to enjoy the jaw dropping, sweeping views throughout. Whether you're catching the fireworks on the 4th of July while dining & entertaining on the pool deck or watching the sunset from your ocean facing master bedroom, this home gives you every excuse never to leave! This home not only features ocean views but also overlooks gorgeous natural preserves & mountain settings to the east. Other special highlights include: full house security system, full house/new pool withLED lighting, temperature controlled wine cellar for 1,168 of your favorite bottles, 2 pool heaters, oversized 3 car garage with sizable overhead storage & private guest quarters above the garage perfect for visitors with its own entry. The exceptional, open floor plan features entry level master bedroom, 3 other en-suite bedrooms, 8 seat movie theater, elegant office & light-filled laundry room. Downstairs you will find all your main living area including the gorgeous kitchen with SubZero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, commercial grade Wolf gourmet range, Grohe faucets, beautiful new soft-close cabinets & giant back room butler’s pantry. The grand staircase has a secret kid’s play corner under it. The backyard offers multiple areas to relax & entertain. With a sport court, sparkling pool/spa with waterslide, fire pit, winding walkways & lush foliage, this home isn't missing a thing! Other upgrades include: new roof (2008), Google Nest Protect smoke/CO detectors, Ring security camera system, one tankless water heater downstairs, instant hot water, whole house water filtration system plus secondary reverse osmosis water filtration in kitchen. Also, fiber to the home is in the process of being installed this month which will provide another blazing fast high speed internet option - Spectrum 1 gigabyte available now. With a generously sized lot spanning almost 2 acres, this piece of land is rare to find so close to the beach. Highly rated Cardiff school system! Prepare to be amazed & fall in love with the jewel of Encinitas/Cardiff!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1996
Lot Details
- 1.83 Acre Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Level Lot
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Clay Roof
- Stucco Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 5,695 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Formal Entry
- Great Room
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- Dining Area
- Home Theater
- Home Office
- Library
- Bonus Room
- Ocean Views
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Pool
- Pool and Spa
- In Ground Pool
- Pool Equipment or Cover
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Grill
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Separate Water Meter
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 261-260-04-00
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 21, 2021
Closed on
Oct 18, 2021
Sold by
Birchmeier Ralph P and Birchmeier Dawn Marie
Bought by
Lukens Clinton and Lukens Rachel
Seller's Agent
Eric Iantorno
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Eric Iantorno
Compass
List Price
$5,900,000
Sold Price
$4,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,200,000
-20.34%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$982,767
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.06%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 28, 2008
Sold by
Birchmeier Ralph P and Birchmeier Dawn Marie
Bought by
Birchmeier Ralph P and Birchmeier Dawn Marie
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 7, 2008
Sold by
Briney Lester S and Briney Winifred S
Bought by
Birchmeier Ralph P and Birchmeier Dawn Marie
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 25, 2003
Sold by
Klipstein Matthew L
Bought by
Briney Lester S and Briney Winifred S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,470,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 15, 2002
Sold by
Klipstein Matthew
Bought by
Klipstein Matthew L
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 3, 1998
Sold by
Este Vista Court Trust 07-09-93 and Chris
Bought by
Klipstein Matthew
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
7.25%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 18, 1995
Sold by
Thomas Chris
Bought by
Thomas Chris
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,043,000
Interest Rate
7.38%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 13, 1995
Sold by
Thomas Chris
Bought by
Thomas Chris
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,043,000
Interest Rate
7.38%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 30, 1993
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 11, 1983
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lukens Clinton | $4,700,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Birchmeier Ralph P | -- | None Available | |
| Birchmeier Ralph P | $2,300,000 | Commonwealth Land Title Co | |
| Briney Lester S | $2,100,000 | Equity Title Company | |
| Klipstein Matthew L | -- | -- | |
| Klipstein Matthew | $1,525,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Thomas Chris | -- | California Coast Title | |
| Thomas Chris | -- | South Coast Title Company | |
| Thomas Chris | -- | South Coast Title Company | |
| -- | $340,000 | -- | |
| -- | $90,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Briney Lester S | $1,470,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Klipstein Matthew | $1,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Thomas Chris | $2,043,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/17/2021 12/17/21 | Sold | $4,700,000 | -4.1% | $825 / Sq Ft |
| 10/23/2021 10/23/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/15/2021 10/15/21 | Price Changed | $4,900,000 | -6.7% | $860 / Sq Ft |
| 09/27/2021 09/27/21 | Price Changed | $5,250,000 | -4.5% | $922 / Sq Ft |
| 08/19/2021 08/19/21 | Price Changed | $5,500,000 | -6.8% | $966 / Sq Ft |
| 07/21/2021 07/21/21 | For Sale | $5,900,000 | -- | $1,036 / Sq Ft |
Source: San Diego MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $55,100 | $4,987,677 | $3,183,624 | $1,804,053 |
| 2024 | $55,100 | $4,889,880 | $3,121,200 | $1,768,680 |
| 2023 | $53,954 | $4,794,000 | $3,060,000 | $1,734,000 |
| 2022 | $53,171 | $4,700,000 | $3,000,000 | $1,700,000 |
| 2021 | $26,393 | $2,300,000 | $1,222,000 | $1,078,000 |
| 2020 | $26,498 | $2,250,000 | $1,196,000 | $1,054,000 |
| 2019 | $25,949 | $2,200,000 | $1,170,000 | $1,030,000 |
| 2018 | $25,555 | $2,170,000 | $1,155,000 | $1,015,000 |
| 2017 | $22,085 | $1,870,000 | $860,000 | $1,010,000 |
| 2016 | $21,391 | $1,870,000 | $860,000 | $1,010,000 |
| 2015 | $21,369 | $1,870,000 | $860,000 | $1,010,000 |
| 2014 | $20,587 | $1,800,000 | $828,000 | $972,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Eric Iantorno
Map
Source: San Diego MLS
MLS Number: 210020533
APN: 261-260-04
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