$3,599,000
SOLD DEC 4, 2025
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,643 Sq Ft
9,412 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,362 Per Sq Ft

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Private Yard
  • Paul Ecke-Central Elementary Rated A
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • 2 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of December 2025

First time on the market in 37 years! Experience the epitome of coastal luxury in this stunning Encinitas Highlands residence, complete with an ADU, where timeless charm meets modern sophistication. Thoughtfully remodeled along the way with an extensive remodel in 2021, the main home features two bedrooms down and a private upstairs primary suite. This home is crafted with outstanding finishes, designer lighting, top-of-the-line appliances, and a unique offering to say the least.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Julia Duncan

Compass License #02011625 Listed on: 10/24/2025

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Linda Temko

Pacific Real Estate Network License #01050210

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1985

Lot Details

  • 9,412 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Private Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • City Lights
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Spanish Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,643 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom

Additional Homes

  • Number of ADU Units: 1
  • Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • Encinitas Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1985

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean/Spanish
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Unit Levels: 2 Story
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 8433
  • Subdivision Name: ENCINITAS
  • Directions: GPS
  • Living Area: 2643.0
  • FeedTypes: IDX
  • RFModificationTimestamp: 2025-12-06T18:24:52Z
  • ADU_YesNo: Yes
  • AgeRestrictions: N/K
  • Elevator: No
  • ExclusiveUseYard: Yes
  • FullAddress: 901 Stratford Dr
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ShortSale: No
  • SupplementRemarks: ... elevated living, from the open, airy interiors to the seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The main home is 2,283 SF, and the ADU is 360 SF, for a total square footage of 2,643. Additionally, there is a bonus office/room and a separate laundry room located off the garage, which are not included in the square footage. The detached ADU, built in 2020, offers unmatched versatility and is expected to generate $42,000 in income this year, making it ideal for a guest retreat or luxury rental. Enjoy gentle ocean breezes and partial ocean views from your sunlit haven. Entertain under the stars beside the outdoor large fireplace, built-in BBQ, and backyard. Just a short stroll to the beach, vibrant dining, and boutique shopping, this home offers not only a COVETED location but a rare lifestyle opportunity in one of San Diego's most desirable coastal enclaves. WELCOME HOME!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Built-In, Counter Top
  • Fireplace Features: FP in Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Full
  • Roof: Spanish Tile
  • View: Evening Lights, Ocean, Neighborhood
  • Pool Features: N/K
  • Construction Type: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Garaged Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: N/K
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Laundry Features: Electric, Gas
  • Water Source: Meter on Property
  • HeatSource: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9412.0
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Home Values in the Area

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Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/04/2025 12/04/25 Sold $3,599,000 0.0% $1,362 / Sq Ft
11/03/2025 11/03/25 Pending -- -- --
10/24/2025 10/24/25 For Sale $3,599,000 -- $1,362 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

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 $7,811 $682,029 $375,304 $306,725
2024 $7,811 $668,657 $367,946 $300,711
2023 $7,557 $655,547 $360,732 $294,815
2022 $7,521 $642,694 $353,659 $289,035
2021 $7,252 $630,093 $346,725 $283,368
2020 $7,234 $623,633 $343,170 $280,463
2019 $7,062 $611,406 $336,442 $274,964
2018 $6,916 $599,419 $329,846 $269,573
2017 $6,871 $587,667 $323,379 $264,288
2016 $6,737 $576,145 $317,039 $259,106
2015 $6,675 $567,491 $312,277 $255,214
2014 $6,596 $556,375 $306,160 $250,215
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 250042317

San Diego MLS

APN: 258-234-15-00