Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $1,280,000 on May 4, 2018
280 MELBA RD
ENCINITAS, CA 92024
2
Beds
2
Baths
802 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,280,000 · May 4, 2018
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$16,165 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,485,545 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,450,730
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$34,815
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,456,418
Climate Risk
Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.27
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
37
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
10
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
89
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)
CountySAN DIEGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Transaction History(5)
Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
MEH
Oak Crest Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.2 mi
Paul Ecke Central Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.3 mi
La Costa Canyon High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.1 mi
District: San Dieguito Union High School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 92024These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.
CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.281
Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.
Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.52,624
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,722 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$143,291
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$186,965
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.12 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.68%
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How this home compares
280 Melba Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.
- Smaller than 97% of homes in Encinitas 92024
- Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Encinitas 92024
- Older than 97% of homes in Encinitas 92024
How it measures up in Encinitas 92024
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Encinitas 92024.
Living area802 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,937 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 3% of homes nearby
Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger
Bigger than 29% of homes nearby
Year built1953
OlderTypical 1983Newer
Newer than 3% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Old Encinitas | Encinitas 92024 | San Diego County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 802 ft² | 5% of homes | 3% of homes | 11% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.2 ac | 30% of homes | 29% of homes | 42% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1953 | 8% of homes | 3% of homes | 7% of homes |
About 280 Melba Rd
When did 280 Melba Rd, Encinitas, CA last sell?
280 Melba Rd, Encinitas, CA last sold on May 4, 2018 for $1,280,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 280 Melba Rd, Encinitas, CA?
280 Melba Rd, Encinitas, CA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 802 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.
When was 280 Melba Rd, Encinitas, CA built?
280 Melba Rd, Encinitas, CA was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 280 Melba Rd, Encinitas, CA?
280 Melba Rd, Encinitas, CA is assigned to Oak Crest Middle School (middle), rated A; Paul Ecke Central Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; La Costa Canyon High School (high), rated A-. All sit in San Dieguito Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 280 Melba Rd, Encinitas, CA compare to other homes in Encinitas 92024?
Among the 17,593 homes in Encinitas 92024, it is bigger than 3% of them (802 ft² against a typical 1,937 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1953 against a typical 1983). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 280 Melba Rd, Encinitas, CA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 280 Melba Rd, Encinitas, CA was $16,165. The county assessed it at $1,485,545.
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