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Highlights
- Vibrant lifestyle
- Yoga studios
- Flexible living space
- Fully renovated home
Location
438 La Mesa Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA|Encinitas
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Property Overview
A fully renovated home with flexible living space and a vibrant lifestyle, complemented by yoga studios and other wellness-focused options nearby. Nearby top-rated elementary school access, 43 photos, and abundant natural light add practical appeal, while nearby farmers markets, health food stores, and on-site fitness amenities support an active routine.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Images Available
Great for
Wellness
Amenities for 438 La Mesa Ave, Encinitas
Features
| Central Air | Three Floors |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Fitness Center |
Grounds
| Three Parking Spaces |
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About 438 La Mesa Ave
Property Status: Active Fully renovated coastal retreat in the heart of Leucadia! This beautifully updated property offers a rare long-term leasing opportunity featuring a 3-bedroom, 2-bath main residence plus an attached ADU, providing exceptional flexibility for a home office, guest suite, fitness room, creative studio, or multigenerational living. Ideally located just minutes from Beacon's Beach, Grandview Beach, and Moonlight Beach, you'll enjoy convenient access to world-class surfing, scenic coastal trails, and the vibrant lifestyle along Historic Highway 101. Walk or bike to popular cafes, restaurants, boutique shopping, breweries, yoga studios, and the Encinitas Farmers Market. The bright, open floor plan is filled with natural light and flows seamlessly to a private patio, creating the perfect space for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying Southern California's year-round indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Thoughtful renovations throughout offer modern finishes while preserving the charm of this sought-after coastal neighborhood. Conveniently located near Interstate 5, the Coaster station, and just minutes from Del Mar, Carlsbad, UC San Diego, and major employment centers, this home is ideal for professionals, families, or anyone seeking an exceptional coastal lifestyle. A rare opportunity to lease a fully renovated home with flexible living space in one of North County's most desirable beach communities. Office Phone: (888) 584-9427 Copyright © 2026 San Diego MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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 438 La Mesa Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- 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
4-bedroom apartments at 438 La Mesa Ave cost about 56% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Encinitas.
Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Encinitas
Encinitas
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $10,000 |
| October 2024 | $9,712 |
| November 2024 | $9,900 |
| December 2024 | $9,300 |
| January 2025 | $10,012 |
| February 2025 | $10,137 |
| March 2025 | $12,280 |
| April 2025 | $14,418 |
| May 2025 | $13,364 |
| June 2025 | $13,687 |
| July 2025 | $10,800 |
| August 2025 | $10,868 |
| September 2025 | $10,460 |
| October 2025 | $10,964 |
| November 2025 | $10,753 |
| December 2025 | $10,650 |
| January 2026 | $10,365 |
| February 2026 | $10,819 |
| March 2026 | $10,487 |
| April 2026 | $10,512 |
| May 2026 | $10,121 |
| June 2026 | $9,581 |
| July 2026 | $12,211 |
| August 2026 | $12,340 |
| September 2026 | $11,774 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $10,000 |
| October 2024 | $9,712 |
| November 2024 | $9,900 |
| December 2024 | $9,300 |
| January 2025 | $10,012 |
| February 2025 | $10,137 |
| March 2025 | $12,280 |
| April 2025 | $14,418 |
| May 2025 | $13,364 |
| June 2025 | $13,687 |
| July 2025 | $10,800 |
| August 2025 | $10,868 |
| September 2025 | $10,460 |
| October 2025 | $10,964 |
| November 2025 | $10,753 |
| December 2025 | $10,650 |
| January 2026 | $10,365 |
| February 2026 | $10,819 |
| March 2026 | $10,487 |
| April 2026 | $10,512 |
| May 2026 | $10,121 |
| June 2026 | $9,581 |
| July 2026 | $12,211 |
| August 2026 | $12,340 |
| September 2026 | $11,774 |
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Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 438 La Mesa Ave
Paul Ecke-Central Elementary School
185 union st
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+
Pacific Sky
6631 solterra vista pkwy
san diego, CA, 92130
K-6Public
North Coastal Consortium Schools
255 pico ave rm 220
san marcos, CA, 92069
K-12Public
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Neighborhood
Encinitas | Encinitas, CA
Getting around Encinitas near 438 La Mesa Ave
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
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
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 438 La Mesa Ave, Encinitas
Groceries
6/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
6/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
2/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
6/10
Variety of bars within a short drive
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