In Cardiff, life revolves around the ocean and the outdoors. Mornings start with dawn surf sessions at Cardiff Reef, coffee along Coast Highway 101, or a run along the Coastal Rail Trail. Locals gather at Seaside Market—famous for its artisanal fare and legendary "Cardiff Crack" tri-tip—or enjoy oceanfront dining as the sun sets over the Pacific. It’s a tight-knit, walkable community where luxury is effortless and sandals are always welcome.
The Walking District: Located directly above the coastline, this highly desirable pocket offers unparalleled walkability to local cafés, boutique shops, and the sand.
The Composer District: Named after streets like Mozart and Bach, this hillside neighborhood features custom architectural estates with sweeping ocean vistas stretching down to La Jolla.
Cardiff Bluffs & Oceanfront: Extremely rare coastal properties offering private decks, direct beach access, and front-row seats to the Pacific Ocean.
Location: Southernmost coastal neighborhood of Encinitas, CA
Vibe: Relaxed luxury, active outdoor living, and village walkability
Local Hotspots: Seaside Market, Pacific Coast Grill, Pipe's Cafe, San Elijo Lagoon Reserve
School District: Top-rated Cardiff School District & San Dieguito Union High School District
11,723 people live in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, where the median age is 40 and the average individual income is $78,053. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Cardiff-by-the-Sea, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including My Billion Dollar Body, Holistic Zen Acupuncture & Therapeutic Yoga, and Cali Fit WKO.
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| Active | 2.15 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.07 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.98 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.72 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.28 miles | 64 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.35 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.25 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.51 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Cardiff-by-the-Sea has 4,379 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Cardiff-by-the-Sea do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 11,723 people call Cardiff-by-the-Sea home. The population density is 6,610 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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