Property Description

Fully renovated coastal retreat in the heart of Leucadia! This beautifully updated property offers a rare long-term leasing opportunity featuring a 3-bedroom, 2-bath main residence plus an attached ADU, providing exceptional flexibility for a home office, guest suite, fitness room, creative studio, or multigenerational living. Ideally located just minutes from Beacon’s Beach, Grandview Beach, and Moonlight Beach, you’ll enjoy convenient access to world-class surfing, scenic coastal trails, and the vibrant lifestyle along Historic Highway 101. Walk or bike to popular cafés, restaurants, boutique shopping, breweries, yoga studios, and the Encinitas Farmers Market. The bright, open floor plan is filled with natural light and flows seamlessly to a private patio, creating the perfect space for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying Southern California’s year-round indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Thoughtful renovations throughout offer modern finishes while preserving the charm of this sought-after coastal neighborhood. Conveniently located near Interstate 5, the Coaster station, and just minutes from Del Mar, Carlsbad, UC San Diego, and major employment centers, this home is ideal for professionals, families, or anyone seeking an exceptional coastal lifestyle. A rare opportunity to lease a fully renovated home with flexible living space in one of North County’s most desirable beach communities.

Features
Swimming Pool:
N/K
Heating System:
Forced Air Unit
Cooling System:
Central Forced Air
Fence:
Full
Fireplace:
Other/Remarks, FP in Living Room
Parking:
Attached
Fireplaces Total:
2
Laundry Features:
Gas
Appliances
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Garage Door Opener
Address Map
Country:
US
State:
CA
County:
SD
City:
Encinitas
Community:
ENCINITAS
Zipcode:
92024
Street:
La Mesa Ave
Street Number:
438
Longitude:
W118° 41' 58.9''
Latitude:
N33° 3' 24.4''
Directions:
Use GPS
Mls Area Major:
Coastal North
Zoning:
R-1
Neighborhood
Elementary School District:
Encinitas Union School District
High School District:
San Dieguito High School Distric
Middle Or Junior School District:
San Dieguito High School Distric
Additional Info
Office Name:
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Agent Name:
Kip Boatcher
Additional Information
Building Size:
2342
Garage:
2
Levels:
3 Story
On Market Date:
2026-07-14
Stories Total:
3
Listing Information
List Agent Mls Id:
655624
List Office Mls Id:
5963
Mls Status:
ACTIVE
Modification Timestamp:
2026-07-15T00:07:38Z
Originating System Name:
SDMLS

Residential Lease

438 La Mesa Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024

4 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
2,342
$17,500
Listing ID #260017206
Basic Details
Property Type :
Residential Lease
Listing Type :
For Rent
Listing ID :
260017206
Price :
$17,500
Bedrooms :
4
Bathrooms :
3
Square Footage :
2,342
Year Built :
1988
Status :
Active
Full Bathrooms :
3
Property Sub Type :
Detached
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