Condos California San Diego County Encinitas

$2,850 / Month

440 La Mesa Ave

Encinitas, CA 92024

858-775-0992

Bedrooms

1
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

495 sq ft
Available

Available Now

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Furnished

440 La Mesa Ave

About This Home

$2,850 deposit, Available Now

Fully renovated coastal???????????????????????????????????????? studio in the heart of Leucadia! This beautifully updated 495-square-foot ADU offers a private entrance and thoughtfully designed living space just minutes from some of North County’s best beaches and the vibrant lifestyle of Historic Highway 101. The bright,open studio floor plan features modern finishes,abundant natural light,a cozy fireplace,private in-unit laundry,and a private patio that extends the living space outdoors—perfect for relaxing,dining,or enjoying Leucadia’s year-round coastal climate. Ideally located near Beacon’s Beach,Grandview Beach,and Moonlight Beach,with convenient access to world-class surfing,coastal trails,cafés,restaurants,breweries,boutique shopping,yoga studios,and the Encinitas Farmers Market. Walk or bike to many of Leucadia’s favorite destinations while enjoying the privacy and comfort of your own coastal retreat. Convenient access to Interstate 5 and the Coaster station makes commuting to Del Mar,Carlsbad,UC San Diego,and surrounding employment centers easy. A rare opportunity to lease a fully renovated,private studio ADU in one of North County San Diego’s most desirable beach communities. MLS# 260023167

440 La Mesa Ave is a condo located in San Diego County and the 92024 ZIP Code.

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- Security Deposit - Refundable
  
  $2,850

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Contact

Listed by Kip Boatcher | eXp Realty of California,Inc.
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City - Encinitas

Encinitas spans 19 square miles along Southern California's coastline, offering a perfect mix of beach town atmosphere and coastal living. From beachfront properties to inland residential communities, the area provides diverse housing options. Current rental trends show one-bedroom apartments averaging $2,536, while two-bedroom units typically command $2,988. The historic downtown district along Coast Highway 101 features independent shops, restaurants, and the restored La Paloma Theatre, while neighborhoods like Cardiff-by-the-Sea and Leucadia maintain their individual character with tree-lined streets and local art scenes.

The city is renowned for its outdoor recreation, particularly at Swami's Beach, one of California's premier surfing destinations featured in The Beach Boys' "Surfin' U.S.A." The San Diego Botanic Garden showcases the region's diverse plant life, while Moonlight Beach hosts community events including the annual Switchfoot Bro-Am surf competition.

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Amenities

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Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
MiraCosta College, San Elijo	Drive:	9 min	4.9 mi
Palomar College	Drive:	24 min	12.4 mi
CSU San Marcos	Drive:	26 min	12.6 mi
MiraCosta College, Oceanside	Drive:	22 min	13.9 mi

440 La Mesa Ave is within 9 minutes or 4.9 miles from MiraCosta College, San Elijo. It is also near Palomar College and CSU San Marcos.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Encinitas include Palomar College, located 11.9 miles from 440 La Mesa Ave. 440 La Mesa Ave is near San Diego International, located 25.1 miles or 33 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Palomar College	Drive:	22 min	11.9 mi
Coast Highway	Drive:	19 min	12.2 mi
San Marcos Civic Center	Drive:	24 min	12.7 mi
Buena Creek	Drive:	24 min	13.3 mi
Escondido Avenue	Drive:	25 min	17.2 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Encinitas Station	Walk:	19 min	1.0 mi
Encinitas Station	Walk:	21 min	1.1 mi
Carlsbad Poinsettia Station	Drive:	10 min	5.1 mi
Carlsbad Poinsettia Station	Drive:	10 min	5.2 mi
Solana Beach Station	Drive:	10 min	6.2 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
San Diego International	Drive:	33 min	25.1 mi

Getting Around

Fairly Walkable

Walkability

40 / 100

Limited Public Transit

Transit

30 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

90 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

50 / 100

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75 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 440 La Mesa Ave.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Gold Coast	Walk:	4 min	0.2 mi

440 La Mesa Ave has 1 shopping centers within 0.2 mile, which is about a 4-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Leucadia State Beach	Walk:	14 min	0.7 mi
Moonlight State Beach	Walk:	14 min	0.7 mi
San Diego Botanic Garden	Drive:	6 min	2.0 mi
San Elijo State Beach	Drive:	6 min	2.8 mi
Batiquitos Lagoon Nature Center	Drive:	10 min	5.3 mi

440 La Mesa Ave has 5 parks within 5.3 miles, including Leucadia State Beach, Moonlight State Beach, and San Diego Botanic Garden.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas	Drive:	5 min	2.1 mi
Tri - City Medical Center	Drive:	20 min	13.6 mi

440 La Mesa Ave is 2.1 miles from Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, and is convenient to other hospitals, including Tri - City Medical Center.

Military Bases			Distance
Military Bases			Distance
USMC Air Station Miramar	Drive:	35 min	23.5 mi
Pacific Fleet Training Center	Drive:	35 min	25.6 mi
Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton	Drive:	41 min	27.0 mi