About this home

First time on the market. One of the most picturesque coastal vantage points in North County, this 1962 Solana Palisades 3BR/2BA property represents classic post-and-beam architecture in its purest form. A 180-degree view spans the ocean, San Elijo Lagoon, eastern mountains, and Coast Highway's evening lights. Mid-century design pairs open-beam ceilings, sunken family room, rich walnut woodwork with deep privacy. A gated trail framed by Torrey Pines offers beach access recalling early California. Before there was Surfline, there was 658 E Circle Drive-where surfers called the house for a morning forecast based on unobstructed balcony views of seven surf breaks. One of the finest coastal vantage points in North County, the midcentury house by the late Del Mar architect John Minchin achieves both drama and restraint. Situated on a 12,100-square-foot lot, the residence is harmoniously integrated into its setting, positioned to capture soft, even light throughout the day while avoiding harsh direct sun. The result: a residence that is one with nature. Watch dolphins, survey birdlife from the nearby lagoon, and cultivate a garden that flourishes in this unique coastal microclimate. Come evening, the sunset illuminates Cardiff's hillside while the lights along Coast Highway create an altogether magical nightscape. A private, gated trail framed by Torrey Pines offers direct beach access and a coastal path celebrating native California topography.

Facts and features

Schools

• Skyline Elementary School

  elementary · K-6 · 0.9 mi

  10

• Earl Warren Middle School

  middle · 7-8 · 0.9 mi

  8

• Torrey Pines High School

  high · 9-12 · 4.2 mi

  10

• Therapeutic Literacy Center

  elementary · 5-6 · 0.8 mi

• Solana Vista Elementary School

  elementary · K-3 · 1.5 mi

  9

• Pacific Academy K-6

  elementary · K-8 · 1.2 mi

Price history

• Oct 16, 2026 · Listed$6,900,000

Tax history

• 2025$2,793 tax · $187,281 assessed
• 2024$2,685 tax · $183,610 assessed
• 2023$2,640 tax · $176,481 assessed
• 2022$2,607 tax · $173,022 assessed
• 2021$2,572 tax · $169,630 assessed
• 2020$2,555 tax · $167,892 assessed
• 2019$2,519 tax · $164,601 assessed
• 2018$2,467 tax · $161,374 assessed

Home value

$5,065,000

• Collateral Analytics$5,065,000
• Quantarium$6,521,772
• Cotality$3,735,700

Where it is