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  • Price increase: $95K (2/20)
    $1,895,000

    1517 Shields Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024

    4beds
    1,830sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1974
    6,534 Square Feet Lot
    $1,853,700 Zestimate®
    $1,036/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Private backyardGe wine coolerNew designer garage doorWell-appointed en-suite bathSpacious primary suiteNative trails masonite sinkDesigner brand graff hardwares
    This bright and inviting south west facing home offers a seamless blend of comfort, style, and Southern California living just minutes from world-class beaches, vibrant downtown Encinitas, and top-rated schools. Step inside to an open and airy floor plan, featuring thoughtfully contemporary designed living spaces ideal for both relaxation and entertaining. The upgraded kitchen boasts modern finishes with designer gold back splash tiles and Latitude custom made frameless European style cabinets, ample storage, a GE wine cooler or BOSCH counter depth refrigerator and a generous island with Legande flip up electrical & USB outlets that flows effortlessly into the dining/living areas or out to the back yard through 5 panel La Cantina door. It also offers paid TESLA solar with upgraded amperage panel box. The spacious primary suite provides a peaceful escape and plenty of closet space with a well-appointed en-suite bath with designer brand Graff hardwares, rain shower head and Bainultra bathtub. Outdoors, enjoy a private backyard with a Native Trails masonite sink and additional hot and cold water outlet for outdoor shower hook up, designed for year-round living with a contemporary solid aluminum patio cover The property offers low-maintenance landscaping surrounded with polished black river rocks. With its prime Encinitas location, thoughtful updates such as a new rerouted plumbing throughout, PENTAIR Pelican Water Filter and Water Softener Alternative Combo System, new designer garage door, or a brand new Texcoat exterior paint to the timeless charm.
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: February 20, 2026 at 03:20pm

    Listed by:

    Kimberly La Bore DRE #02202755 619-889-4475,

    eXp Realty of California, Inc.

    Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260004076MLS LogoOriginating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTOR

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Forced Air Unit
      Cooling
      • N/K
      Appliances
      • Included: Other/Remarks
      • Laundry: Gas
      Features
      • Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled Kitchen, Storage Space, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceiling
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: FP in Living Room
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,830
      • Total interior livable area: 1,830 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Attached, Garage
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: 1 Story
      • Patio & porch: Patio
      • Pool features: N/K
      • Fencing: Full
      Lot
      • Size: 6,534 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 2594021100

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood/Stucco
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1974

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: ENCINITAS
      Location
      • Region: Encinitas

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $1,036/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $242,982
      • Annual tax amount: $3,243
      • Date on market: 2/20/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
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        Estimated market value

        $1,853,700

        $1.76M - $1.95M

        $6,103/mo

        Price history

        Price history
        DateEventPrice
        2/20/2026Price change$1,895,000+5.3%$1,036/sqft
        Source: SDMLS #260004076 Report a problem
        1/29/2026Listed for sale$1,799,999$984/sqft
        Source: SDMLS #250045584 Report a problem
        1/20/2026Pending sale$1,799,999$984/sqft
        Source: SDMLS #250045584 Report a problem
        12/12/2025Listed for sale$1,799,999$984/sqft
        Source: SDMLS #250045584 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        Public tax history
        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,243 +5.1%$242,982 +2%
        2024$3,087 -74.3%$238,219 -78.2%
        2023$12,024 +2.3%$1,092,420 +2%
        2022$11,752 +319.2%$1,071,000 +377.1%
        2021$2,803 +2.3%$224,481 +1%
        2020$2,740 +22.8%$222,180 +2%
        2019$2,231 -16%$217,825 +2%
        2018$2,655 +1.6%$213,555 +2%
        2017$2,612 +2.9%$209,368 +2%
        2016$2,539 +2.5%$205,263 +1.5%
        2015$2,477 +3%$202,181 +2%
        2014$2,404 $198,221 +0.5%
        2013-- $197,326 +2%
        2012-- $193,458 +2%
        2011-- $189,665 +0.8%
        2010-- $188,249 -0.2%
        2009-- $188,697 +2%
        2008-- $184,998 +2%
        2007-- $181,372 +2%
        2006-- $177,817 +2%
        2005-- $174,331 +2%
        2004-- $170,914 +1.9%
        2003-- $167,783 +2%
        2002-- $164,494 +2%
        2001-- $161,270

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        BuyAbility℠ payment

        Est. payment
        $11,306/mo
        Principal & interest
        $9458
        Property taxes
        $1848
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