2542 Manchester Avenue

Cardiff By The Sea , CA 92007

MLS#: NDP2507394

$2,880,000

Status: Active
Listing number: NDP2507394
Listing provided by: Willis Allen Real Estate
Listing agent phone: None
Last update: 4 days ago
On site: a month ago
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Property

Beds

3

Full Baths

3

1/2 Baths

1

Year Built

1988

Sq.Footage

2,924

Welcome to 2542 Manchester—your coastal Cardiff retreat. Just moments from the sand and the vibrant village, this beautifully updated twinhome offers breathtaking white-water ocean views, rare versatility, and walkability that defines the Cardiff lifestyle. Perched to capture sweeping vistas of the Pacific and the San Elijo Lagoon, this light-filled home blends privacy with the feel of a single-family residence—sharing just one wall with an owner-occupied neighbor. The flexible layout includes a lower-level with its own entrance—ideal for guest quarters, multi-generational living, or potential rental income. Upstairs, the open-concept great room features cathedral ceilings, expansive windows, and seamless indoor/outdoor flow to a sun-drenched deck—perfect for entertaining or enjoying nightly sunsets and ocean breezes. Everyday living is elevated with an updated kitchen and bright gathering spaces. Step outside and embrace walkability to the lagoon trail, beach, boutique shopping, cafes, and legendary surf breaks—all just minutes from your front door. With its incredible views, prime location, and unmatched versatility, 2542 Manchester is a rare opportunity to live the Cardiff lifestyle at its best.

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)

  • Total Bedrooms

    3

  • Bathrooms

    3

  • 1/2 Bathrooms

    1

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Fireplace YN

    NO

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Central

  • Pet friendly

    N/A

Exterior

  • Garage

    Yes

  • Garage spaces

    2

  • Parking

    Attached

  • Patio and Porch Features

    Deck

  • Pool

    Yes

  • Pool Features

    None

  • View

    Ocean, Panoramic

Area & Lot

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.1321

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Condominium

Price

  • Sales Price

    $2,880,000

  • Sq. Footage

    2, 924

  • Price/SqFt

    $984

HOA

  • Association

    NO

School District

  • Elementary School

    N/A

  • Middle School

    N/A

  • High School

    N/A

Property Features

  • Stories

    3

  • Senior Community YN

    NO

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

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Welcome to 2542 Manchester—your coastal Cardiff retreat. Just moments from the sand and the vibrant village, this beautifully updated twinhome offers breathtaking white-water ocean views, rare versatility, and walkability that defines the Cardiff lifestyle. Perched to capture sweeping vistas of the Pacific and the San Elijo Lagoon, this light-filled home blends privacy with the feel of a single-family residence—sharing just one wall with an owner-occupied neighbor. The flexible layout includes a lower-level with its own entrance—ideal for guest quarters, multi-generational living, or potential rental income. Upstairs, the open-concept great room features cathedral ceilings, expansive windows, and seamless indoor/outdoor flow to a sun-drenched deck—perfect for entertaining or enjoying nightly sunsets and ocean breezes. Everyday living is elevated with an updated kitchen and bright gathering spaces. Step outside and embrace walkability to the lagoon trail, beach, boutique shopping, cafes, and legendary surf breaks—all just minutes from your front door. With its incredible views, prime location, and unmatched versatility, 2542 Manchester is a rare opportunity to live the Cardiff lifestyle at its best.

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