$4,495,000
About this home
Welcome to 518 Sheffield Avenue, where everyday living feels like a coastal retreat in the heart of Cardiff, in the Composer District. Tucked behind an automatic privacy gate on a low-traffic street west of I-5, this 6-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom residence offers the perfect blend of comfort, function, & lifestyle. Spanning approx. 3,826 square feet across two levels, the home is thoughtfully designed for modern family living. A highly desirable main-level en-suite bedroom, ideal as a guest suite or “Nana’s room,” adds flexibility for multigenerational living. Upstairs, all additional bedrooms provide a cohesive layout perfect for families, while the spacious primary suite features dual walk-in closets and an expansive bathroom retreat. Natural light pours through abundant windows, highlighting the home’s architectural character and seamless flow. Multiple fireplaces in the living room, family room, and primary bedroom create warm, inviting spaces throughout. The upgraded kitchen, complete with a Sub-Zero refrigerator, opens effortlessly to indoor and outdoor gathering areas, making day-to-day living and entertaining feel effortless. Butler's pantry included. Outside, a private courtyard and beautifully curated backyard designed for connection and relaxation come complete with a fire pit, fountain, pergola, and outdoor BBQ. Trail access to Encinitas Community Park, Seaside Market, Cardiff Elementary, local dining, shopping, and some of North County’s best beaches, this home offers exceptional walkability and a vibrant coastal lifestyle.
Facts & features
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Bathrooms
- 4 full, 1 half
- Living area
- 3,826 sq ft
- Interior features
- Eat In Kitchen, Bedroom On Main Level, Jack And Jill Bath, Main Level Primary, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Built In Range, Barbecue, Built In, Counter Top, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooking, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Indoor Grill, Microwave, Water Purifier
- Flooring
- Stone
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Laundry
- Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Upper Level
- Levels
- Two
- Lot size
- 0.18 acres (7,837 sq ft)
- Pool
- Association
- View
- Mountains, Neighborhood, Peek ABoo
- Architectural style
- Mediterranean
- Year built
- 2002
- Parking
- Carport, Driveway, Electric Gate, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gated, Off Street, Uncovered
- Parking spaces
- 6
- Area
- 92007 - Cardiff By The Sea
- County
- San Diego
- Status
- Active
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Days on market
- 34
- Listed
- 2026-05-12
- Terms
- Cash, Conventional, Va Loan
- Parcel #
- 2602812000
- MLS #
- 260011415SD
