Melissa James

Encinitas CA

Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty

44 Closed Sales

$178.8M Total Value

$635K - $20M Price Range

$4.1M Average Price

Prior five years

About Melissa

A Sixth-generation Californian, Melissa’s roots run deep in Southern California. After spending summers on Neptune Avenue in Encinitas (at her grandparent’s property purchased in 1968), Melissa graduated from San Diego State University and began working as an event planner for multiple leading five-star luxury hotel brands (including Four Seasons); where providing top level service is necessary; making her move into the luxury real estate industry a cinch.

Specializing in luxury homes, Melissa has marketed and sold properties ranging from stunning multi-million-dollar spreads to quaint coastal abodes and picture-perfect cul-de-sac family homes.

At ease in a variety of settings, she has represented the seasoned real estate investor and the first-time home buyer. Melissa combines classic Southern California ease with the drive and focus necessary to close a deal for her clients.

In Melissa’s free time she spends time with her two active sons, enjoys boxing, running, and cycling.

Melissa works closely with Rande Turner Properties, which has provided luxury real estate services locally for over 30 years.

Home Types: House, Townhouse, Condo, MultiFamily

Years of Experience: 7

Education: San Diego State University

Transaction History

1 Year
2 Year
5 Year

Seller Deals

Total Deals

Total Value

$53,070,000

Average Sale Price

$4,824,545

Price Range

$1.5M - $11M

Buyer Deals

Total Deals

Total Value

$15,165,000

Average Sale Price

$3,033,000

Price Range

$1.1M - $6.6M

Seller Deals

Total Deals

Total Value

$86,725,000

Average Sale Price

$4,818,056

Price Range

$1.2M - $11M

Buyer Deals

Total Deals

Total Value

$23,865,000

Average Sale Price

$2,983,125

Price Range

$700K - $6.6M

Seller Deals

Total Deals

Total Value

$141,037,520

Average Sale Price

$4,701,251

Price Range

$635K - $20M

Buyer Deals

Total Deals

Total Value

$37,746,000

Average Sale Price

$2,696,143

Price Range

$700K - $6.6M

5 Year View

Neighborhoods Melissa Has the Most Experience In

Melissa's Recent Active Listings

Co-Listing Agent

$4,550,000
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,454 Sq Ft
16901 La Gracia

Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Slip into resort mode. Tucked on a private road in the heart of the village, experience the privacy of Rancho Santa Fe w/ the convenience of resort living. Luxuriously renovated in 2021, the 3BR, 3BA house is one of very few original properties annexed from The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe. Enjoy hotel perks w/ exclusive access to fitness, pool & spa. W/ lush grounds & easy-breezy outdoor spaces, it

Melissa James Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Co-Listing Agent

$2,848,000
- Land
- 0.19 Acre
- $14,989,474 per Acre
79 St Malo

Unit 79

Oceanside, CA
A rare opportunity to create a new legacy at a historic playground once reserved for the elite few. Perfectly poised to frame enchanting ocean views, Lot 79 is located on the lagoon w/ a private sandy beach in the sought-after St. Malo gated community. This 8,037SQFT prime lot belongs to a third-generation St. Malo family, whose grandfather was the master architect of this seaside sanctuary.

Melissa James Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Co-Listing Agent

$3,295,000
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,729 Sq Ft
12902 Biscayne Cove

Del Mar, CA
Welcome to your dream family home in Del Mar Hills! Tucked on a quiet cul-de-sac, this 4BR + office, 3BA gem sits on nearly 1 acre of fun—think epic backyard adventures, sunny BBQs, and room to roam. The open layout is perfect for together time, with a bright kitchen, cozy family room, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The primary suite w/ view balcony is a true retreat. Enjoy top rated schools,

Melissa James Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Co-Listing Agent

$8,350,000
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 3,500 Sq Ft
1630 Neptune Ave

Encinitas, CA
With private stairs leading directly to the beach, this 4BD, 4BA retreat provides access to The Surf, The Sand & The Lifestyle. Set on a 10,119-sqft oceanfront lot w/a sweeping garden patio, experience an exclusive piece of Leucadia’s coastal character. Sophisticated & laid-back, the main level features a seamless flow between the living & dining; upstairs 2 of the 4 bedrooms feature ocean

Melissa James Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Co-Listing Agent

$16,850,000
- 5 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 5,459 Sq Ft
2026 Seaview Ave

Del Mar, CA
An uncompromising Coastal Craftsman with 180-degree ocean views lives up to its Seaview address. The 5,459SF 4+BR/5.5BA house reflects tradition—wood shingles, vaulted ceilings, Dutch door—while creating a contemporary vocabulary of coastal living. A fusion of timeless elegance & unmatched quality, it was designed by Bokal Sneed Architects. Ocean views unfurl dramatically throughout the house and

Melissa James Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Co-Listing Agent

$75,000,000
- 7 Beds
- 9 Baths
- 6,003 Sq Ft
2920 Camino Del Mar

Del Mar, CA
Completed in October 2024, Ocean House Del Mar was designed with a beachgoer’s DNA to emphasize livability while embracing 21st century technology, longevity and functional elegance. It was built by Sweig General Contracting with Studio William Hefner architects. Richly restful and seriously playful, Ocean House Del Mar evolves the modern-day beach retreat. Designed like a superyacht to withstand

Melissa James Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Co-Listing Agent

$7,950,000
- 5 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 5,617 Sq Ft
1521 Neptune Ave

Encinitas, CA
Double the North County lifestyle on this rare 10,454-sq ft double lot. The blueprint leverages flow & luxurious amenities while revealing an abundance of spaces that maximize indoor-outdoor design. Ocean views from the kitchen & living room w/a sprawling veranda; plus a 360-ocean-view roofdeck, sun-kissed patios, outdoor kitchen, pool, spa, sauna, three-car garage & elevator. Plus: A charming

Melissa James Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty

$15,000 per month
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,182 Sq Ft
417 Serpentine Dr

Del Mar, CA
Discover the charm of Olde Del Mar on one of its most iconic and sought-after streets. This half-acre property boasts breathtaking panoramic ocean views, framed by majestic Torrey Pine trees and lush greenery. The main house features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, complemented by a detached 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom guest house. Ideally located just a short stroll from Del Mar Village and its pristine

Melissa James Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty

$38,000 per month
- 5 Beds
- 5.5 Baths
- 4,473 Sq Ft
46 St Malo

Oceanside, CA
Rarified private beaches. Hush-hush, gate-guarded splendor. It’s hard not to feel you’ve arrived at St. Malo, Southern California’s French-inspired exclusive beach colony founded a century ago. Experience majestic seaside living at this 5BR, 5.5BA house w/magazine-worthy interiors. Unfolding across 26 sandy, secured acres, St. Malo is defined by French Normandy architecture. The walk-up window

Melissa James Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Awards and Designations

NAR - National Association of Realtors

Agent License #02041041

Melissa James

(858) 348-5231

Melissa James

About Melissa

Transaction History

Seller Deals

Buyer Deals

Seller Deals

Buyer Deals

Seller Deals

Buyer Deals

Production Over Time

5 Year View

Neighborhoods Melissa Has the Most Experience In

Melissa's Listings and Deals

Melissa's Recent Active Listings

Awards and Designations