For Sale: 948 Emma Dr., Cardiff by the Sea, CA 92007. 4-bedroom 3-bath, 1828 sf, 1964 CARDIFF BY THE SEA $1,699,000 begin new search
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Overview

HUGE PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Live just over a mile from the beach. Rare Cardiff find with detached backyard 1BD/1BA ADU—perfect for guests, income, or extended living! Owned Solar. This stylishly updated single-level home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, fresh interior paint, new flooring in key areas, and a flexible layout filled with natural light and ocean breeze. Enjoy a well-appointed kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and custom cabinetry. The former garage has been thoughtfully converted to expanded living space. Update to make it your own. Step into the spacious backyard and discover areas for entertaining, gardening, or relaxing under the coastal sky. Take in peek ocean views from the elevated front yard—ideal for a future deck or fire pit retreat. Just minutes from world-class beaches, top-rated schools, shops, and dining. An exceptional opportunity priced to sell! Two Homes. One Mile from the Beach. $150K Price Drop! Live the Cardiff Coastal Dream – Now $1,699,000 for TWO Homes. This rare Cardiff property offers not one, but two separate homes—a 3BD/2BA single-level main home and a detached 1BD/1BA ADU—perfect for extended family, guests, or income potential. Freshly painted inside with new flooring in key areas, this home is ready to enjoy today, yet leaves room for updates to truly make it your own. The light-filled layout flows to a spacious backyard ideal for entertaining, gardening, or relaxing under the coastal sky. From the elevated front yard, enjoy peek ocean views and envision a future deck or fire pit retreat. With its unbeatable location near beaches, top-rated schools, dining, and shopping, this is an incredible opportunity to own two versatile homes in one of North County’s most sought-after coastal communities—all at a newly reduced price.

Address 948 Emma Dr.

Cardiff by the Sea, CA 92007
Listing Status ACTIVE
Asking Price $1,699,000
Original Listing $1,849,000 @ 2025-07-31
Terms Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
Google Map
Map Not Available
Ownership
Age Restriction N/K
Property Type Fee Simple
Property Restrictions None Known
Sales Restrictions N/K
Mello-Roos Fee $0
HOA Fee $0
Rooms
Bedroom Entry Level, Den, Family Room, Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom
Square Footage 1828 sf
Bedrooms 4 + 0 optional
Full Bathrooms 3
Family Room 0x0
Living Room 0x0
Dining Room 0x0
Kichen 0x0
Master Bedroom 0x0
2nd Bedroom 0x0
3rd Bedroom 0x0
4th Bedroom 0x0
Location
Directions Birmingham east of 5. Turn right at first street and left on Emma.
Cross Street Birmingham
Market Area Coastal North
Community Area CARDIFF BY THE SEA
Neighborhood Cardiff by the Sea
School District Not Listed
Public Records
County San Diego
Assessor Parcel# 2605111800
Nothing Found The exact location of this property could not be determined from its listed address. Location features such as the Map, Containing Areas, Highway Locator, Google Street View, and Ocean Distance are not available.
Features
Year Built 1964
Laundry Location Closet Full Sized
Elevator Not Listed
Cooling N/K
Heating Natural Gas Fireplace, Forced Air Unit
Sewer/Septic Sewer Connected
Fireplaces Not Listed
Equipment Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Built In Range, Gas Cooking
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Listing Source
Platform SDMLS
AOR San Diego Association of REALTORS (SDAR)
MLS Number 250034686
Courtesy of Henry Wright Realty
Exterior
Style Detached 1 Story
Material Stucco
Lot Size 7,500-10,889 SF
Fencing Partial,Wood
Topography Level
Roof Composition
Swimming Pool N/K
Parking
Total Spaces: 3
Garage Spaces: 0
Non-Garage Spaces: 3 - Uncovered,Driveway
View Ocean