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Leucadia, CA

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A funky beach community in Encinitas

Coastal Upscale Picturesque Peaceful Family-Friendly Eclectic

Situated in the northernmost portion of Encinitas, Leucadia is an eclectic coastal community regarded for its secluded beaches. Leucadia’s beaches are tucked behind steep coastal bluffs and are only accessible by three stairwells that descend the bluffs. It’s this hidden aspect of getting to Leucadia’s beaches that contribute a secluded atmosphere, making them particularly popular with locals.

Renting an apartment in Leucadia means joining a close-knit community brought together by the strong support of local businesses and beach culture. Leucadia boasts a bevy of funky shops, eateries, coffeehouses, and breweries along Highway 101 and North Vulcan Avenue. Farther inland from the coast, the community is largely residential, exuding a peaceful, suburban atmosphere draped in natural beauty. Getting around from Leucadia is a breeze with direct access to Interstate 5.

Transportation

61

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

45

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • San Diego Botanic Garden
  • Moonlight State Beach
  • San Elijo Lagoon Nature Center
  • San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve and Nature Center
  • San Elijo State Beach

Military Bases

Airports

  • San Diego International

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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.