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: 2 days ago
On site: 5 days 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—a beautifully updated coastal Cardiff twinhome offering breathtaking white water ocean views and exceptional versatility, just moments from the beach. Perched to capture stunning vistas of the ocean and San Elijo Lagoon, this light-filled home is perfectly positioned for enjoying the best of coastal living. The flexible floor plan includes a private lower-level suite with its own separate entrance—ideal for a lock-off rental, guest quarters, or multi-generational living. Whether you're looking for passive income, space for extended family, or a private home office, this area offers privacy and potential. Upstairs, the open-concept main living area showcases cathedral ceilings, expansive windows, updated finishes, and effortless flow to outdoor deck—perfect for taking in sunsets and ocean breezes. The updated kitchen and sunlit living areas make everyday living and entertaining a joy. Enjoy the privacy and feel of a single-family home in this rare two-unit condo, where the only shared wall is with one other owner-occupied residence. Enjoy walkability to the lagoon trail, beach, and vibrant local village—everything from boutique shopping and cafes to scenic nature walks and legendary surfing just minutes from your front door. With its incredible views, lock-off potential, and prime location, 2542 Manchester is the lifestyle opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

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

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—a beautifully updated coastal Cardiff twinhome offering breathtaking white water ocean views and exceptional versatility, just moments from the beach. Perched to capture stunning vistas of the ocean and San Elijo Lagoon, this light-filled home is perfectly positioned for enjoying the best of coastal living. The flexible floor plan includes a private lower-level suite with its own separate entrance—ideal for a lock-off rental, guest quarters, or multi-generational living. Whether you're looking for passive income, space for extended family, or a private home office, this area offers privacy and potential. Upstairs, the open-concept main living area showcases cathedral ceilings, expansive windows, updated finishes, and effortless flow to outdoor deck—perfect for taking in sunsets and ocean breezes. The updated kitchen and sunlit living areas make everyday living and entertaining a joy. Enjoy the privacy and feel of a single-family home in this rare two-unit condo, where the only shared wall is with one other owner-occupied residence. Enjoy walkability to the lagoon trail, beach, and vibrant local village—everything from boutique shopping and cafes to scenic nature walks and legendary surfing just minutes from your front door. With its incredible views, lock-off potential, and prime location, 2542 Manchester is the lifestyle opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

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