About 1517 Shields Ave
This bright and inviting south west facing home offers a seamless blend of comfort, style, and Southern California living just minutes from world-class beaches, vibrant downtown Encinitas, and top-rated schools. Step inside to an open and airy floor plan, featuring thoughtfully contemporary designed living spaces ideal for both relaxation and entertaining. The upgraded kitchen boasts modern finishes with designer gold back splash tiles and Latitude custom made frameless European style cabinets, ample storage, a GE wine cooler or BOSCH counter depth refrigerator and a generous island with Legande flip up electrical & USB outlets that flows effortlessly into the dining/living areas or out to the back yard through 5 panel La Cantina door. It also offers paid TESLA solar with upgraded amperage panel box. The spacious primary suite provides a peaceful escape and plenty of closet space with a well-appointed en-suite bath with designer brand Graff hardwares, rain shower head and Bainultra bathtub. Outdoors, enjoy a private backyard with a Native Trails masonite sink and additional hot and cold water outlet for outdoor shower hook up, designed for year-round living with a contemporary solid aluminum patio cover The property offers low-maintenance landscaping surrounded with polished black river rocks. With its prime Encinitas location, thoughtful updates such as a new rerouted plumbing throughout, PENTAIR Pelican Water Filter and Water Softener Alternative Combo System, new designer garage door, or a brand new Texcoat exterior paint to the timeless charm.
Features of 1517 Shields Ave
| MLS® # | 260004076 |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,895,000 |
| Sold Price | $1,875,000 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 2.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Square Footage | 1,830 |
| Acres | 0.15 |
| Year Built | 1974 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Detached |
| Status | Closed |
Community Information
| Address | 1517 Shields Ave |
|---|---|
| Area | ENCINITAS (92024) |
| Subdivision | Encinitas |
| City | Encinitas |
| County | San Diego |
| State | CA |
| Zip Code | 92024 |
Amenities
| Parking Spaces | 4 |
|---|---|
| Parking | Attached,Garage |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
| Pool | N/K |
Interior
| Interior Features | Open Floor Plan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled Kitchen,Storage Space,Cathedral-Vaulted Ceiling |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Other/Remarks |
| Heating | Forced Air Unit |
| Cooling | N/K |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplaces | FP in Living Room |
| Stories | 1 Story |
Exterior
| Roof | Shingle |
|---|---|
| Construction | Wood/Stucco |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | February 20th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Date Sold | April 16th, 2026 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
| Listing Office | eXp Realty of California, Inc. |
