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Real Estate/CA/Cardiff By The Sea/948 Emma Dr. (Sold)
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SoldClosed on September 29, 2025
$1,475,000
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948 Emma Dr., Cardiff By The Sea, CA 92007

bed
4
Bedrooms
bathtub
3
Bathrooms
square_foot
1,881
Square Feet

About this home

HUGE PRICE REDUCTION! Just over a mile from the sand, this rare Cardiff-by-the-Sea property offers the lifestyle buyers dream of—plus incredible value. A detached backyard permitted 1BD/1BA ADU makes this a versatile find, ideal for multi-generational living, rental income, or guest space. The single-level main home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, fresh interior paint, new flooring in key areas, and a light-filled layout designed to capture the coastal breeze. The kitchen is well-equipped with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and custom cabinetry. A former garage has been thoughtfully converted to expand living space, giving flexibility for today’s needs. Step outside to a spacious backyard perfect for entertaining, gardening, or relaxing under the coastal sky. From the elevated front yard, enjoy peek ocean views—the perfect setting for a future deck or fire pit retreat. With owned solar and a location just minutes to world-class beaches, award-winning schools, shops, and dining, this is an exceptional opportunity in Cardiff. 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.

infoProperty Facts

bed

Bedrooms

4

bathtub

Bathrooms

3

square_foot

Square Feet

1,881

calendar_month

Year Built

1964

home_work

Property Type

Single Family Residence

timer

Days on Market

46

payments

HOA Fee

N/A

garage

Garage Total

0

fingerprint

MLS #

250034686SD

chairInterior Details

General Interior

Interior Features

Bedroom On Main Level

Kitchen & Appliances

Appliances

Built In Range, Dishwasher, Gas Cooking, Disposal, Refrigerator

Laundry

Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup

Climate Control

Heating

Forced Air, Fireplaces, Natural Gas

deckExterior & Lot

Building & Construction

Fencing

Partial, Wood

Construction

Stucco

Roof

Composition

Nearby Schools

RatingSchool NameGradesDistance
N/A
Village Gate Children'S Academy
Private School
K-120.5 mi
10
Ada W. Harris Elementary
Elementary School
3-60.5 mi
N/A
Cardiff Elementary
Elementary School
K-20.7 mi
N/A
Grauer School The
Private School
K-120.9 mi
9
San Dieguito Hs Academy
High School
9-120.9 mi

Convenience Score

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