For Sale: 2165 Balboa Ave, Del Mar, CA 92014. 3-bedroom 2-bath, 2800 sf, 1950 Olde Del Mar $6,495,000 begin new search
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Overview

Perched along one of the most iconic streets in Olde Del Mar, 2165 Balboa Avenue is a rare legacy property offering nearly 360-degree unobstructed views that span the Pacific Ocean, San Dieguito Lagoon, and surrounding mountains. This is not just a home—it’s a generational opportunity to create a one-of-a-kind coastal estate in a location that’s as timeless as it is irreplaceable. With only two families having owned the property since its original construction in 1950, 2165 Balboa carries a rich history and the promise of a new chapter. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors frame the best view in all of Del Mar, seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor living. From sunrise over the hills to sunset over the Pacific—and even views of the races at Del Mar Racetrack—this is a vantage point few will ever experience. The existing residence offers three bedrooms, two baths, and a primary suite retreat with ocean and lagoon views, a cedar walk-in closet, and a private patio. The home’s open layout, natural light, and expansive wraparound deck make it the perfect setting for both tranquil mornings and elegant entertaining. But it’s the future that sets this property apart. With conceptual plans by award-winning designer Tyler Buffett, thoughtfully created in collaboration with Del Mar’s planning departments, this site is primed for a fully custom architectural masterpiece. The vision pairs dramatic coastal elegance with serene privacy, maximizing every angle of this irreplaceable view corridor. Steps from the sand yet elevated in privacy and presence, See supplement... Steps from the sand yet elevated in privacy and presence, 2165 Balboa Avenue is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to secure one of Del Mar’s most exceptional view lots—and craft a legacy home that will endure for generations.

Address 2165 Balboa Ave

Del Mar, CA 92014
Listing Status ACTIVE
Asking Price $6,495,000
Original Listing $6,495,000 @ 2025-06-02
Terms Cash,Conventional
Google Map
Map Not Available
Ownership
Age Restriction N/K
Property Type Fee Simple
Property Restrictions Coastal Commission
Sales Restrictions N/K
Mello-Roos Fee $0
HOA Fee $0
HOA Amenities Spa
Rooms
Bedroom Entry Level, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Family Kitchen, Master Bathroom
Square Footage 2800 sf
Bedrooms 3 + 0 optional
Full Bathrooms 2
Family Room 18x35
Living Room 17x24
Dining Room 17x20
Kichen 17x21
Master Bedroom 17x18
2nd Bedroom 15x11
3rd Bedroom 15x11
Location
Directions Not Provided
Cross Street Luzon
Market Area Coastal North
Neighborhood Olde Del Mar
School District Not Listed
Public Records
County San Diego
Assessor Parcel# 299-100-07-00
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Features
Year Built 1950
Laundry Location Laundry Room
Elevator Not Listed
Cooling N/K
Heating Natural Gas Forced Air Unit
Sewer/Septic Sewer Connected
Fireplaces Not Listed
Equipment Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Electric Oven
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Listing Source
Platform SDMLS
AOR San Diego Association of REALTORS (SDAR)
MLS Number 250029240
Courtesy of Compass
Exterior
Style Detached 1 Story
Material Wood
Lot Size .25 to .5 AC ~ 17,172 sf
Fencing N/K
Topography Slope Gentle
Roof Rock/Gravel
Swimming Pool N/K
Patio Deck
Parking
Total Spaces: 5
Garage Spaces: 0
Non-Garage Spaces: 5 - Carport,Driveway
View Ocean, Panoramic Ocean