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256 Hillcrest Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA|Encinitas
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Amenities for 256 Hillcrest Dr, Encinitas
Features
| Air Conditioning | Balcony |
| Dryer | Freezer |
| High Ceilings | Linoleum Vinyl |
| Vaulted Ceiling | Water |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Microwave | Range/Oven |
| Refrigerator |
Tech
| Cable Ready | Wired For Internet |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Wall |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Fenced Yard |
| Outdoor Space |
Neighborhood
| Near Parks |
Other
| Designated Space |
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 256 Hillcrest Dr
Property Id: 2504080 Ground-up new construction 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom unit in west Leucadia. Completed January 2026. Approximately 1100 sq ft. Inside: Tall vaulted ceilings give the living space an open, airy feel — a real point of difference from typical multifamily. Modern kitchen with [stainless appliances / quartz counters], central A/C, and in-unit washer & dryer. Outdoor space: Private yard at ground level plus a separate upstairs patio — two distinct outdoor areas, which is unusual for a 2BR rental in this neighborhood. Building & parking: One dedicated parking space, separately metered utilities, brand-new everything (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, roof). Leucadia location: West of I-5, walk to Grandview Beach, the Coaster, and Coast Highway 101's restaurants, breweries, surf shops, and coffee. Bike to downtown Encinitas. Beacon's, Stone Steps, and Moonlight Beach all within easy reach. Application requirements: Income 2.5-3× monthly rent, 650+ credit, no recent evictions, verifiable rental history. Renter's insurance required.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 256 Hillcrest Dr compares to other nearby properties.
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 3 miles away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Encinitas |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 92024 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Encinitas
2-bedroom apartments at 256 Hillcrest Dr cost about 45% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Encinitas.
Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Encinitas
Encinitas
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $3,856 |
| July 2024 | $3,824 |
| August 2024 | $3,790 |
| September 2024 | $3,850 |
| October 2024 | $3,825 |
| November 2024 | $3,719 |
| December 2024 | $3,737 |
| January 2025 | $3,768 |
| February 2025 | $3,936 |
| March 2025 | $3,884 |
| April 2025 | $3,862 |
| May 2025 | $4,106 |
| June 2025 | $4,297 |
| July 2025 | $4,459 |
| August 2025 | $4,214 |
| September 2025 | $4,101 |
| October 2025 | $3,991 |
| November 2025 | $4,068 |
| December 2025 | $4,011 |
| January 2026 | $4,175 |
| February 2026 | $4,421 |
| March 2026 | $4,297 |
| April 2026 | $4,082 |
| May 2026 | $4,046 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $3,856 |
| July 2024 | $3,824 |
| August 2024 | $3,790 |
| September 2024 | $3,850 |
| October 2024 | $3,825 |
| November 2024 | $3,719 |
| December 2024 | $3,737 |
| January 2025 | $3,768 |
| February 2025 | $3,936 |
| March 2025 | $3,884 |
| April 2025 | $3,862 |
| May 2025 | $4,106 |
| June 2025 | $4,297 |
| July 2025 | $4,459 |
| August 2025 | $4,214 |
| September 2025 | $4,101 |
| October 2025 | $3,991 |
| November 2025 | $4,068 |
| December 2025 | $4,011 |
| January 2026 | $4,175 |
| February 2026 | $4,421 |
| March 2026 | $4,297 |
| April 2026 | $4,082 |
| May 2026 | $4,046 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 256 Hillcrest Dr
Capri Elementary School
941 capri rd
encinitas, CA, 92024
K-6Public
A
Double Peak
111 san elijo rd
san marcos, CA, 92078
K-8Public
A
Surfside Academy
1125 s ditmar st
oceanside, CA, 92054
K-12Public
C+
North Coastal Consortium Schools
255 pico ave rm 220
san marcos, CA, 92069
K-12Public
Pacific Sky
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san diego, CA, 92130
K-6Public
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Neighborhood
Encinitas | Encinitas, CA
Getting around Encinitas near 256 Hillcrest Dr
Walking
3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 256 Hillcrest Dr, Encinitas
Groceries
4/10
Variety of groceries within a short drive
Shopping
4/10
Variety of shops within a short drive
Cafes
4/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive
Primary schools
1/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Variety of bars within a short drive
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