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MLS #
SD250029095
MLS Source
San Diego MLS
Bathrooms
Shower and Tub, Shower over Tub - 1, Stall Shower, Tub
Kitchen
Countertop - Formica, Countertop - Laminate, Countertop - Other, Pantry
Appliances
Cooktop - Electric, Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Hood Over Range, Other, Oven - Electric, Oven Range - Built-In, Refrigerator
Fireplace
Family Room, Primary Bedroom, Stone
Flooring
Stone, Tile, Vinyl
Laundry
Hookup - Gas Dryer, Hookups Only, In Garage, Other
Cooling
Other
Heating
Fireplace, Forced Air, Gas - Natural
Roof
Flat, Tile
Foundation
Slab
Pool
Heated - No, Other
Style
Mediterranean, Other
Garage/Parking
Access - Interior, Attached Garage, Other, Garage: 2 Car(s)
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
HOA Fee
$0
7316 Encelia Dr. is a Single Family Residence in La Jolla, CA 92037. This 3,019 square foot property sits on a – Sq Ft Lot and features 5 bedrooms & 3 full and 2 partial bathrooms. It is currently priced at $5,800,000 and was built in 1935.
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