Looking for homes in Encinitas for sale? The state in 1998 counted 22,803 housing units, of which 12,174 were single-family detached, 4,377 single attached, 5,530 multiples, and 722 mobile homes, and about 70 percent of them were built between 1970 and 1990.. Population in 1998 was estimated at 58,915.

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In Encinitas you will find classic beach bungalows to newer homes on the eastern edge of the city, where the housing eases off into large lots and horse country. Incorporated in 1986, Encinitas is composed of several distinct areas.

Leucadia - Neptune and along 101- There are older cottages and bungalows in Leucadia many with wonderful gardens and yards which are at the lower end of the areas price range, plus 1 and 2 story ranch and neo-eclectic homes along Neptune which go for several million dollars.

Old Encinitas - The original town of Encinitas features older cottages and bungalows, plus newer condo developments along the bluffs just west of Third Street. Many of the charming beach bungalows are in the vintage ranch style of the 40's and 50's. Residents enjoy the indoor/outdoor feel of this type of home with glass doors opening up to a large patio and family friendly yard from the living room, dining room and master bedroom.

New Encinitas - Located along El Camino Real east of the 5 freeway, hills and mesas take over and the Pacific ambiance fades, replaced by suburban countryside. Thousands of one and two-story dwellings, in entire new tracts of homes and condos are landscaped and well cared for and feature two or three car garages. Utilities are underground and many of these upper middle class homes have views.

Cardiff - Moving east away from the beach the terrain rises and between the railroad and the freeway, many of the homes command ocean views. Many of the houses built in this area are custom one-of-a kind homes, and of course there are the California Ranch style homes built in the 1960's which are so popular throughout the whole state.

Olivenhain - Olivenhain is east of El Camino Real, and has a completely different flavor. There are newer estate type homes in the Olivenhain area in the 2 to 3 million dollar range. If you’re looking for a charming, upscale community featuring magnificent homes and incredible ocean views, Olivenhain should be on your list.

Encinitas is a great family community. There are eleven parks, ten public beaches, many trails, a Boys and Girls Club, a large YMCA, the skateboard park, and sports programs for kids and adults, Little League, soccer, etc. Of course there is the famous Quail Botanical Gardens . The area boasts about six miles of coastline. There is even a new city golf course gives discounts to residents. There are shops and malls at El Camino Real and along Encinitas Boulevard, and the area has a good employment base of about 20,000 jobs.

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