
Hendrix Apartments - A 55+ Lifestyle Community
12 Month Lease

Fully renovated coastal retreat in the heart of Leucadia! This beautifully updated property offers a rare long-term leasing opportunity featuring a 3-bedroom... ,2-bath main residence plus an attached ADU,providing exceptional flexibility for a home office,guest suite,fitness room,creative studio,or multigenerational living. Ideally located just minutes from Beacon's Beach,Grandview Beach,and Moonlight Beach,you'll enjoy convenient access to world-class surfing,scenic coastal trails,and the vibrant lifestyle along Historic Highway 101. Walk or bike to popular cafés,restaurants,boutique shopping,breweries,yoga studios,and the Encinitas Farmers Market. The bright,open floor plan is filled with natural light and flows seamlessly to a private patio,creating the perfect space for relaxing,entertaining,and enjoying Southern California's year-round indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Thoughtful renovations throughout offer modern finishes while preserving the charm of this sought-after coastal neighborhood. Conveniently located near Interstate 5,the Coaster station,and just minutes from Del Mar,Carlsbad,UC San Diego,and major employment centers,this home is ideal for professionals,families,or anyone seeking an exceptional coastal lifestyle. A rare opportunity to lease a fully renovated home with flexible living space in one of North County's most desirable beach communities. MLS# 260017206
438 La Mesa Ave is a single-family home for rent in Encinitas, CA
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Walkability
Fairly walkable40 / 100
Transit
Limited public transit30 / 100
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable90 / 100
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable50 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active75 / 100




Paul Ecke-Central Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Oasis Community
Grades K-5
Private
Montessori Childrens House
Grades PK-5
Private
Diegueno Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
La Costa Canyon High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Intelligent Choice Educational Center
Grades 6-12
Private
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School
Commute Time (Distance)
MiraCosta College, San Elijo
Drive: 9 min (4.9 mi)
Palomar College
Drive: 24 min (12.4 mi)
CSU San Marcos
Drive: 26 min (12.6 mi)
MiraCosta College, Oceanside
Drive: 22 min (13.9 mi)
Shoppers will appreciate 438 La Mesa Ave proximity to Gold Coast, 530-538 N Coast Highway 101, and 101-107 N Coast Hwy. Gold Coast is 0.3 miles away, and 530-538 N Coast Highway 101 is within a 5 minute walk.
With a TransitScore of 30, 438 La Mesa Ave has limited public transit, including 10 transit stops within 17.2 miles. Transit options include Coast Highway and Palomar College.
Recreational activities near 438 La Mesa Ave are plentiful. Discover 4 parks within 2.7 miles, including Leucadia State Beach, Moonlight State Beach, and San Diego Botanic Garden.
Living in Encinitas provides easy access to San Diego International, located just 33 minutes from 438 La Mesa Ave.
Within 50 Miles of 438 La Mesa Ave

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