211 La Mesa Ave Encinitas, CA 92024
Central Encinitas Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,386
Sq Ft
4,000
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Detached Guest House
- Craftsman Architecture
- Private Yard
- Paul Ecke-Central Elementary Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Workshop
About This Home
As of June 2025Charming craftsman beach bungalow in prime walk to Stone Steps & Moonlight Beach location! Bright & sunny 2 br 1 ba main house with remodeled great room floor plan, custom island kitchen, french doors, bay window, stone-faced gas fireplace, vaulted beamed ceilings, skylights, solar tubes, gleaming wood floors throughout, + private west facing patio with fire pit. ADU enjoys iIdeal separation of space for 1 br, 1 ba. floor plan~ideally placed behind main house, with separate entrance, above main house's 2 c. garage. ADU also enjoys separate storage room, dedicated electric meter, separate private patio/yard, and in-unit stack set washer and dryer. Cozy efficient kitchen, living area & bedroom are all filled with natural light from an abundance of windows. Charming remodeled eat-in "cottage style" island kitchen with top of the line appliances, custom cabinetry and french doors that open to sunny west-facing patio~perfect for indoor-outdoor entertaining! Gleaming wood floors throughout, skylights plus cozy stone-faced fireplace in great room. Must see to appreciate the ideal separation of space between primary residence and ADU! Spacious 1 br, 1 ba. unit has separate entrance, separate electric meters, stack set washer & dryer, private patio and separate storage space for bikes, etc. Short walk or ride on your beach cruiser to Moonlight Beach,Stone Steps, and downtown Encinitas. Ideal investment for owner occupied buyer or investors. Previous owner passed away peacefully in property surrounded by loving friends and family.
Last Buyer's Agent
Nadia Colucci
North Compass Realty License #01333604
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,911
Year Built
- Built in 1958
Lot Details
- 4,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Partially Fenced Property
- Wood Fence
- Fence is in good condition
- Level Lot
- Private Yard
- Property is zoned Duplex
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Rear-Facing Garage
- Single Garage Door
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Uncovered Parking
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Fiberglass Roof
- Asphalt Roof
- Stucco Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 1,386 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Workshop
- Storage Room
- Utility Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Country Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Gas Cooktop
- Free-Standing Range
- Range Hood
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
- Stacked Washer and Dryer
Outdoor Features
- Stone Porch or Patio
Additional Homes
- Detached Guest House
- 400 SF Accessory Dwelling Unit
- Number of ADU Units: 1
- ADU built in 1999
- ADU includes 1 Bedroom and 1 Bathroom
- Kitchen Sink
- Range Cooktop
- Separate access to accessory dwelling unit
- Entrance to ADU on upper level
Schools
- Encinitas Union School District Elementary School
- San Dieguito High School District Middle School
- San Diego Unified School District High School
Utilities
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Separate Water Meter
- Water Filtration System
Community Details
- West Of 101 Community
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 256-361-05-00
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 2, 2025
Closed on
May 20, 2025
Sold by
Theobald Christopher Roach
Bought by
Lage Trust and Lage
Seller's Agent
Polly Rogers
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Nadia Colucci
North Compass Realty
List Price
$2,645,000
Sold Price
$2,665,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
0.76%
Views
134
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-44.96%
Original Mortgage
$810,000
Outstanding Balance
$808,049
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,528,895
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 25, 2025
Sold by
Thompson Family Trust and Theobald Christopher Roach
Bought by
Theobald Christopher Roach
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 9, 2020
Sold by
Thompson Ian
Bought by
Thompson Ian H and The Thompson Family Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,000
Interest Rate
3.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 4, 2019
Sold by
Thompson Ian and Houlihan Thompson Family Trust
Bought by
Thompson Ian
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,000
Interest Rate
3.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 12, 2013
Closed on
Nov 22, 2013
Sold by
Thompson Ian H
Bought by
Thompson Ian
Seller's Agent
Sean Thomas
Blue Real Property
Buyer's Agent
Polly Rogers
Compass
List Price
$989,000
Sold Price
$989,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.55%
Original Mortgage
$175,000
Interest Rate
4.23%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 12, 2013
Closed on
Oct 21, 2013
Sold by
Zeitman Michael L and Zeitman Patricia M
Bought by
Thompson Ian H
Seller's Agent
Sean Thomas
Blue Real Property
Buyer's Agent
Polly Rogers
Compass
List Price
$989,000
Sold Price
$989,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$175,000
Interest Rate
4.23%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 1, 2013
Sold by
Zeitman Patricia M
Bought by
Zeitman Michael L and Zeitman Patricia M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 16, 1992
Sold by
Link John F and Link Madeline A
Bought by
Link John F and Ling Madeline A
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $2,665,000 | First American Title | |
| Deed | -- | First American Title | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title | |
| Grant Deed | $989,000 | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $810,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $115,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $175,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $170,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $130,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $85,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $15,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/04/2025 06/04/25 | Sold | $2,665,000 | +0.8% | $1,923 / Sq Ft |
| 05/02/2025 05/02/25 | For Sale | $2,645,000 | +167.4% | $1,908 / Sq Ft |
| 10/30/2013 10/30/13 | Sold | $989,000 | 0.0% | $714 / Sq Ft |
| 10/17/2013 10/17/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/12/2013 08/12/13 | For Sale | $989,000 | -- | $714 / 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 | $12,911 | $1,212,368 | $1,115,530 | $96,838 |
| 2024 | $12,911 | $1,188,597 | $1,093,657 | $94,940 |
| 2023 | $12,549 | $1,165,292 | $1,072,213 | $93,079 |
| 2022 | $12,352 | $1,142,444 | $1,051,190 | $91,254 |
| 2021 | $12,091 | $1,120,044 | $1,030,579 | $89,465 |
| 2020 | $11,908 | $1,108,560 | $1,020,012 | $88,548 |
| 2019 | $11,663 | $1,086,824 | $1,000,012 | $86,812 |
| 2018 | $11,503 | $1,065,514 | $980,404 | $85,110 |
| 2017 | $11,402 | $1,044,623 | $961,181 | $83,442 |
| 2016 | $11,206 | $1,024,141 | $942,335 | $81,806 |
| 2015 | $11,162 | $1,008,759 | $928,181 | $80,578 |
| 2014 | $11,077 | $989,000 | $910,000 | $79,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Polly Rogers
Seller's Agent in 2025
Polly Rogers
Compass
(858) 774-2505
4 in this area
44 Total Sales
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N
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Nadia Colucci
North Compass Realty
-
A
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Anne Benitez
North Compass Realty
-
S
Seller's Agent in 2013
Sean Thomas
Blue Real Property
Map
Source: San Diego MLS
MLS Number: 250026275
APN: 256-361-05
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