1517 Shields Ave, Encinitas, California 92024, Encinitas, 92024 - 4 bed, 2 bath

1517 Shields Ave
Encinitas, California 92024
Property Price
SUMMARY
Estimated Market Value
Comparable Sales Map
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 1517 Shields Ave Subject | $1,895,000* List Price | 4 | 2 | 1,830 | $957 | - |
A 1601 Tucker Lane Sold | $1,680,000 | 4 | 2 | 1,830 | $918 | 0.2 mi |
B 1554 Traveld Way Sold | $1,795,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,123 | $846 | 0.2 mi |
C 1278 Avenida Miguel Sold | $1,762,500 | 4 | 3 | 2,179 | $809 | 0.9 mi |
D 1655 Splitrail Dr. Sold | $1,780,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,857 | $959 | 0.5 mi |
E 407 Via Ultimo Sold | $1,999,999 | 5 | 3 | 2,336 | $856 | 0.8 mi |
F 1859 Hill Top Lane Sold | $1,525,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,487 | $1,026 | 0.5 mi |
G 282 Sharp Place Pending | $1,875,000 List Price | 4 | 2 | 1,830 | $1,025 | 0.0 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Condition Analysis
OVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
Although built in 1974, the property has undergone an extensive high-end renovation within the last 5 years. It features a contemporary kitchen with custom European cabinetry, Bosch appliances, and La Cantina folding doors. The primary suite includes luxury Graff hardware and a Bainultra tub. Significant infrastructure updates, including rerouted plumbing, upgraded electrical with Tesla solar, and a Pentair water filtration system, ensure the home meets modern quality standards with no deferred maintenance.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Great Schools
Middle School: Pacific Trails Middle (10/10).
- Premium Modern Upgrades
The home features high-end finishes including La Cantina folding doors, custom European cabinetry, and paid Tesla solar, offering immediate luxury and energy efficiency.
- Desirable Coastal Location
Situated in a prime Encinitas neighborhood close to top-rated schools and world-class beaches, ensuring strong long-term value and lifestyle appeal.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- MLS Listing Discrepancy
Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 4, other record bedroom count = 3.
- Limited Bathroom Ratio
With four bedrooms but only two bathrooms, the home may feel underserved during peak hours for larger families or when hosting guests.
- 1970s Era Footprint
Despite extensive modern renovations, the 1974 original construction may still reflect some architectural or spatial limitations compared to contemporary new builds.
About 1517 Shields Ave
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.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1974
- Lot Size
- 6,600 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 4
- Total Bathrooms
- 2 (2 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Encinitas Unified Schools
Flora Vista Elementary School
Grades K-6 • 0.4 mi
Park Dale Lane Elementary School
Grades K-6 • 0.7 mi
Diegueno Middle School
Grades 7-8 • 0.9 mi
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 4.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 3.0 | 26% |
| Square foot | 1,830 | 2,281.5 | 32% |
| Lot Size | 6,600 | 6,823.5 | 49% |
| Price | $1.90M | $2.12M | 34% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.0K | $965 | 59% |
| Built year | 1974 | 1985 | 27% |
| HOA | $0 | $11 | 50% |
| Days on market | 16 | 155 | 5% |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Feb 20, 2026
$1,895,000
Initial Listing




































