NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $2,729,602

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,911 Sq Ft
$698/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: January 15, 2026

Last sale price $2,580,000 $660 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $16,113 / mo

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom Retreat
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Wood Flooring
  • Hiking Trails
  • Living Room

About This Home

As of January 2026

Welcome to 557 Samuel, a beautifully upgraded coastal residence offering 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths plus powder, and exceptional comfort throughout. Ideally located in one of Encinitas’ most desirable neighborhoods, this home delivers space, flexibility, and timeless coastal living. Bright, airy interiors greet you upon entry, highlighted by soaring ceilings and an open-concept layout designed for effortless flow. The main living and dining areas connect seamlessly to a well-appointed kitchen with abundant storage, generous prep space, and a large island perfect for gathering. A highly desirable downstairs bedroom with ensuite offers privacy and convenience for guests, multigenerational living, or older family members, an invaluable floor-plan feature. Upstairs, escape to the expansive primary suite with its own private retreat and cozy fireplace, creating a peaceful sanctuary for relaxation and winding down. The spa-inspired bath and oversized walk-in closet complete this tranquil space. Additional bedrooms are well sized, offering endless flexibility for family, office space, playroom, or creative studio. Designed for indoor, outdoor living, the backyard invites leisure and connection with sun-filled patios and multiple areas to dine, entertain, and unwind year-round.Owned solar and repiped with PEX. Just minutes from world-famous beaches, award-winning schools, local parks, and Encinitas’ vibrant downtown dining and shopping, this home offers the best of coastal lifestyle and modern convenience. 557 Samuel is coastal living, elevated, comfortable, and perfectly located.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Steve Lincoln

Lincoln Realty Group Brokerage Email: steverlincoln@mac.com License #01256457 Listed on: 12/04/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Maria Gaughan

Keller Williams Realty License #02197862

Keller Williams Realty
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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2002

Lot Details

  • 6,829 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES

HOA Fees

  • $294 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 3,911 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Laundry Room

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Stone

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom Retreat

Additional Features

  • Exterior Lighting
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Tract Number 14257
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2547003500
  • $4,146 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • Encinitas Ranch Association
  • Maintained Community

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities

Recreation

  • Hiking Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2002

Lot Details

6,829 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$294 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: No
  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 2547003500
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 3911.00
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Wood
  • Appliances: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Primary Retreat
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 659.68
  • Room Type: Family Room, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom

Exterior Features

  • Fence: No
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Parking: No
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3.00

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: No
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Hiking Trails, Maintenance Grounds
  • Association Fee: 294.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Encinitas Ranch
  • Phone: 760-643-220
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Hiking

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Lot 6500-9999
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6829.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1568

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 6829.0000 Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Tract Number: 014257
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 4146.34

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 4, 2025
Closed on
Jan 7, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Steve Lincoln
Lincoln Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Maria Gaughan
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$2,599,000
Sold Price
$2,580,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-0.73%
Views
93
Current Estimated Value
$2,729,602

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$149,602
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.79%
Original Mortgage
$1,580,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,570,782
Interest Rate
6.19%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,158,820

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 7, 2019
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 26, 2009
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$655,000
Interest Rate
4.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 15, 2006
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 19, 2006
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 11, 2003
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$525,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 20, 2002
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
6.12%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 17, 2002
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
6.12%
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$2,580,000 Chicago Title
-- None Available
$870,000 Fidelity National Title
-- None Available
-- None Available
$845,000 Southland Title Company
-- Fidelity National Title Co
$729,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $1,580,000
Previous Owner $250,000
Previous Owner $400,000
Previous Owner $546,250
Previous Owner $645,000
Previous Owner $645,000
Previous Owner $650,000
Previous Owner $655,000
Previous Owner $525,000
Previous Owner $500,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/15/2026 01/15/26 Sold $2,580,000 -0.7% $660 / Sq Ft
12/13/2025 12/13/25 Pending -- -- --
12/04/2025 12/04/25 For Sale $2,599,000 -- $665 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History

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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
2026 $15,991 $1,145,450 $392,865 $752,585
2025 $15,719 $1,122,991 $385,162 $737,829
2024 $15,719 $1,100,972 $377,610 $723,362
2023 $15,449 $1,079,385 $370,206 $709,179
2022 $14,703 $1,058,222 $362,948 $695,274
2021 $15,193 $1,037,474 $355,832 $681,642
2020 $15,736 $1,026,837 $352,184 $674,653
2019 $15,385 $1,006,704 $345,279 $661,425
2018 $15,278 $986,965 $338,509 $648,456
2017 $15,211 $967,614 $331,872 $635,742
2016 $14,855 $948,642 $325,365 $623,277
2015 $14,792 $934,393 $320,478 $613,915
2014 $14,626 $916,091 $314,201 $601,890
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: NDP2511080

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 254-700-35

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