Description
This soulful jewel box w/ historic cred & vintage charm is front & center to cardiff’s beachy-urban lifestyle. ocean views, sunset moments & a legendary origin story, this 1912 craftsman was home to composer district developer who famously affixed “by-the-sea” to cardiff. impeccably preserved, the 3bd, 2ba, 1,943sf property beams w/nostalgia: og wood floors, redwood siding & enclosed sun porch w/ocean views. plus: 2-car garage & outdoor shower. walk everywhere! beaches, market, eateries & rail trail. hands down, this is the most treasured property in cardiff’s composer district. architectural details are impeccably maintained while a light-filled modern studio brings a fresh extension of the design. a rich material palette unfolds throughout. inside, afternoon sun filters through heritage windows onto wood floors, imbuing a striking sense of history. the craftsman is warmly anchored in cardiff legacy. the entry sets the tone to connect with nature, and the neighborhood. fling open the sun porch windows to ocean views and nightly sunsets. outside, a vibrant community portrait unfolds. ignite the backyard fire pit for dinner parties and cocktail hour. inside, the living room features an original wood-burning fireplace. another beach-house bonafide? the outdoor shower. throughout the house, discover peek-a-boo ocean views in the kitchen, the loft, and the studio balcony. everyday is a cardiff postcard. hard to beat this backstory. the original owner who built the house was victor kremer—a german music publisher-turned-developer of the composer district. envisioning an artists’ colony, kremer named the streets after his favorite composers like mozart, verdi and rubenstein. most impressively, he affixed “by-the-sea” to cardiff,” taken from the 1914 song “by the beautiful sea.” today, cardiff remains one of north county’s in-demand neighborhoods while the composer district is prized for its architectural diversity. the allure: connectivity, walkability and a fit, active lifestyle. everything is a quick jaunt: the library, post office, seaside market, waverly restaurant, vgs donuts, coffee shops, schools and internationally acclaimed surf spots. a hop-skip from mozart is the cardiff rail trail, buzzing with families, joggers and dog walkers. the safe path connects to the beach and downtown encinitas. across the street, there’s more space to frolic; the cardiff elementary school (k-2) transforms into a public park after school and on weekends.
Property Type
ResidentialSubdivision
FallbrookCounty
San DiegoStyle
CraftsmanAD ID
48301627
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Property Details
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Interior Features
Bedroom Information
- Total Bedrooms : 3
Bathroom Information
- Total Baths: 2
- Full Baths: 2
- Half Baths: 0
Interior Features
- Roof : Composition
- Exterior Property Features : Fire Pit
- Interior Features: Separate/Formal Dining Room,Attic,Bedroom on Main Level,Loft,Main Level Primary
- Property Appliances: Counter Top,Dishwasher,Freezer,Gas Cooking,Disposal,Gas Water Heater,Microwave,Refrigerator
- Fireplace: Gas,Living Room
- Flooring: Wood
Cooling Features
- Central Air,See Remarks
- Air Conditioning
Heating Source
- Electric,Forced Air,Fireplace(s),Natural Gas,Solar
- Has Heating
Fireplace
- Fireplace Features: Gas,Living Room
- Has Fireplace: 1
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Exterior Features
Building Information
- Year Built: 2012
- Roof: Composition
Exterior Features
- Fire Pit
Pool Features
- None
Laundry Features
- Electric Dryer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,In Garage
Patio And Porch
- Enclosed,Front Porch,Porch
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Property / Lot Details
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions Source: Vendor Enhanced
- Lot Size Acres: 0.0962
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Square Feet: 4189
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Listing Information
Listing Price Information
- Original List Price: 3,250,000
- Listing Contract Date: 2025-01-10
Lease Information
- Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
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Taxes / Assessments
Tax Information
- Parcel Number: 2603513103
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Virtual Tour, Parking, Multi-Unit Information & Homeowners Association
Garage and Parking
- Garage Description: On Street
Homeowners Association
Rental Info
- Lease Term: Negotiable
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School, Utilities & Location Details
Other Property Info
- Source Listing Status: Active
- Source Neighborhood: 92007 - Cardiff By The Sea
- Directions: Cross Street: San Elijo.
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: 92007 - Cardiff By The Sea
- Property SubType: Single Family Residence
Building and Construction
- Property Age: 13
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced
- Total Square Feet Living: 1943
- Levels or Stories: One
- Building Total Stories: 1
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BuyOwner last updated this listing 01/22/2025 @ 02:43
- MLS: 250000831SD
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is a Home, with 3 bedrooms which is for sale, it has 1,943 sqft, 4,189 sized lot, and 2 parking. A comparable Home, has bedrooms and baths, it was built in and is located at and for sale by its owner at . This home is located in the city of Cardiff by the Sea , in zip code 92007, this San Diego County Home , it is in the FALLBROOK Subdivision, are nearby neighborhoods.