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$3,518,331$2,223 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 98How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $2,200,000 on Oct 13, 2022

538 3RD ST

ENCINITAS, CA 92024
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,583 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$3.5M
$3.4M low$3.6M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,200,000 · Oct 13, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$25,265 (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.$2,334,657 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,154,252
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$180,405
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,288,880

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.29
9
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.Single Family Residence
CountySAN DIEGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
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(7)

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.

E
Paul Ecke Central Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.8 mi
M
Diegueno Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.3 mi
H
La Costa Canyon High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.4 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

538 3rd St 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.

  • Worth more than 98% of homes in San Diego County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Encinitas 92024
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Encinitas 92024
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Encinitas 92024
  • Older than 68% of homes in Encinitas 92024

What homes are worth in Encinitas 92024

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$701K$5M

This home is worth more than 91% 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.

Estimated value$3,518,331
CheaperTypical $1,877,154Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$2223
CheaperTypical $919Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,583 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,938 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 538 3rd St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOld EncinitasEncinitas 92024San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,518,33190% of homes91% of homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$222396% of homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,583 ft²48% of homes33% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac4% of homes2% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than197543% of homes32% of homes33% of homes

About 538 3rd St

How much is 538 3rd St, Encinitas, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 3rd St, Encinitas, CA is $3,518,331 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $3,432,218 to $3,604,444. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 3rd St, Encinitas, CA last sell?

538 3rd St, Encinitas, CA last sold on Oct 13, 2022 for $2,200,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 538 3rd St, Encinitas, CA?

538 3rd St, Encinitas, CA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,583 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 538 3rd St, Encinitas, CA built?

538 3rd St, Encinitas, CA was built in 1975, making it 51 years old.

What schools serve 538 3rd St, Encinitas, CA?

538 3rd St, Encinitas, CA is assigned to Paul Ecke Central Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Diegueno Middle School (middle), 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 538 3rd St, Encinitas, CA compare to other homes in Encinitas 92024?

Among the 17,593 homes in Encinitas 92024, it is worth more than 91% of them ($3,518,331 against a typical $1,877,154), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($2223 against a typical $919), it is bigger than 33% of them (1,583 ft² against a typical 1,938 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1975 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 98% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 538 3rd St, Encinitas, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 538 3rd St, Encinitas, CA was $25,265. The county assessed it at $2,334,657.

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