Vibrant oceanfront city with outstanding beaches and surfing.
Encinitas, located in North San Diego County, is famed for its beaches and surf breaks. The city has a vibrant Main Street, where surf shops share the street with a variety of international restaurants, laid-back beach-town bars, trendy stores, coastal gift shops, and more. Encinitas is known as the “Flower Capital of the World” due to its many gardens and nurseries, including the San Diego Botanic Garden. The distinct communities of Leucadia, Olivenhain, and Cardiff-by-the-Sea fall within Encinitas’ borders, while the real estate is divided into an “old” and “new” section, separated by a coastal ridge.
Old Encinitas real estate has an eclectic mix of American Craftsman and Cape Cod-style homes and Californian beach bungalows with spectacular ocean views. Encinitas’ historic downtown Main Street is located within Old Encinitas. New Encinitas is more suburban in character, with large tracts containing spacious single-family Encinitas homes, and a modern commercial corridor along North El Camino Real.
Surfing is a way of life in Encinitas. National Geographic and Surfer magazine both rank it among the world’s premier surfing destinations. The Beach Boys included it in their run-through of California’s top surf spots in the classic “Surfin’ USA.” Many residents commute to work, with Encinitas being 25 miles north of San Diego. The COASTER rail service from the local station to downtown San Diego takes 45 minutes. Easygoing and bohemian, Encinitas is a quintessentially Californian beach town with an enchanting atmosphere.
Main Street is full of cool, cozy restaurants and coffee shops, keeping with the relaxed surf-town vibe. Some standouts include 3rd Corner Wine Shop & Bistro, Taco Stand, Herb & Sea, Union Kitchen & Tap, Encinitas Fish Shop, and more! When cruising down the 101, Swami’s Café is a must try, with highlights including acai bowls and breakfast specials. A bit inland on North El Camino Real, Camino Village Plaza and El Camino Promenade also house a wide array of retailers and restaurants to try.
Encinitas beaches are among the best in California whether you're going for surfing, laying out, long walks, or sunset views. Moonlight Beach is great for swimming, surfing, and sunbathing during the day and relaxing around a bonfire at night. Framed by steep bluffs, Swami’s Beach at the southern end of Encinitas is one of California’s most iconic surf spots. Grandview and D Street are known for their waves, meanwhile Stonesteps offers seclusion incredible views.
Encinitas Ranch Golf Course extends over a bluff-top coastal stretch with breathtaking ocean views. In addition to the golf course, Encinitas Ranch has a 6,000-square-foot clubhouse containing a lounge, full-service bar and grill, along with a patio with sweeping ocean views.
Encinitas Union School District operates nine elementary schools:
Capri Elementary School
El Camino Creek Elementary School
Flora Vista Elementary School
La Costa Heights Elementary School
Mission Estancia Elementary School
Ocean Knoll Elementary School
Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary School
Park Dale Lane Elementary School
Paul Ecke Central Elementary School
San Dieguito Union High School District (SDUHSD) oversees the following middle schools:
Diegueño Middle School
Oak Crest Middle School
And residents have to possibility to go to the following high schools:
San Dieguito High School Academy
La Costa Canyon High School
Sunset High School
Canyon Crest Academy
Interested in becoming a part of this vibrant oceanfront community? Klinge Realty Group has listings of prime Encinitas luxury homes for sale. Contact us today so that we can start the process of finding your dream home.
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