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438 La Mesa Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA|Encinitas
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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.
Source: San Diego MLS|MLS Listing No. 260017206
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 44% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Encinitas.
Median rents as of Jul 11 2026.
Encinitas
Encinitas
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $7,998 |
| August 2024 | $8,099 |
| September 2024 | $9,968 |
| 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 | $12,023 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $7,998 |
| August 2024 | $8,099 |
| September 2024 | $9,968 |
| 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 | $12,023 |
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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
5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
2/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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