Leucadia Real Estate & Homes for Sale in California

Leucadia Real Estate & Homes for Sale in California

This quaint, California seaside community is located along Highway 101 in northern San Diego County. In Greek, Leucadia means "Sheltered Paradise," which still describes the unique area that is home to approximately 7,000 residents. The community – which was incorporated into the city of Encinitas in 1986 – is home to an eclectic mix of surfers, artists and families who enjoy a laid back California lifestyle. Industries that provide employment in the area include educational, health and social services, professional, scientific, management, administrative, and waste management services and retail trade. Students in grades K-12 attend excellent schools of the Encinitas Union Elementary and San Dieguito Union High school districts. Several colleges and universities – including the University of San Diego, which is less than a 30-minute drive away – are in close proximity for those who wish to attain a degree in higher education. Leucadia has retained its small-town charm while its residents have access to all of the amenities of a metropolitan area. The community is located on the northern end of Encinitas, just south of Carlsbad. The city’s downtown shopping district, adjacent to coastal Highway 101, is more than 100 years old and features historic architecture, quaint shops, sidewalk cafes, and restaurants surrounded by beautiful flower baskets. The beaches in the area are outstanding and considered some of the best in the world for surfing, with contests held throughout the year. Real estate options in Leucadia consist of single-family detached homes for sale, estate properties, condominiums, townhouses and land lots.