Encinitas Real Estate

Explore one of Southern California's most beautiful coastlines ... six miles of breathtaking pacific ocean views and 11 public beaches.

Encinitas offers a wide range of adventurous activities for the active traveler. Walk through the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve, the largest coastal wetland in San Diego County and a haven for more than 300 species of birds. Enjoy the fun of surfing, swimming, fishing, cycling, camping, hiking, ocean kayaking and sunbathing in Encinitas.

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Following the shore north of Del Mar, the pretty communities of Solana Beach, Encinitas, and Carlsbad provide many reasons to linger on the California coast. They have good swimming and surfing beaches; a mile-long, two-tiered beach walk that is accessible for travelers with disabilities; lagoons perfect for walks or bird-watching; small-town atmosphere; an abundance of antiques and gift shops; and a seasonal display of the region's most beautiful flowers.

Encinitas is blessed with more than six miles of spectacular ocean frontage, although the tide and sandy bluffs limit the usable beaches. Moonlight Beach, the main city beach, is at the base of Encinitas Boulevard. Other beaches are accessed by elaborate stairway systems leading down from Neptune Avenue.

Known as the "Flower Capital of the World," agriculture is big business in Encinitas and greenhouses dot the area. Paul Ecke Ranch is famous for their poinsettia plants. Quail Botanical Gardens is a great place to view plants from around the world. Their summer concerts attract top local talent and are a class act in a beautiful natural setting.

Encinitas residents and tourists come together each week for the popular farmers market and colorful outdoor bazaar. Mira Costa College offers a wide variety of educational opportunities through its regular daytime program and an adult education program on the weekend. The Coaster train station is a convenient stopping point for commuters on their way downtown and points north.

East of I-5 are newer modern homes and large shopping centers. It's a popular area for families who are attracted to the safe, suburban lifestyle, new Encinitas real estate and highly-rated schools.

Large executive Encinitas homes are in high demand and several adult communities and mobile-home parks appeal to retirees. Encinitas Ranch, a new golf course community, is the site of 1,048 luxury Encinitas homes with expensive imported vehicles parked in 3-car garages.

You'll find some of the highest-ranked school in Encinitas. Young children attend the Encinitas Union Elementary School District while the prestigious San Dieguito Union High School District serves the older students for high school. Excellent private schools are also conveniently located in the area

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