Homes By Klara

Homes By Klara KSH & ASSOCIATES. HomesByKlara.com During my 20 years as a top producing realtor I have served many families with their real estate needs in the North County.

After relocating from Germany over 24 years ago, I have been fortunate to live in the exclusive beautiful beach community of North County San Diego and I wouldn't choose to live anywhere else! I can help you successfully buy or sell San Diego residential or investment properties. I posses exclusive backgrounds in both high end and low end sales, from luxury properties, oceanfront to bank owned pro

perties or short sales. I can do this because I am a full-time real estate agent and I always stay on top of legal, professional and market related issues through continuing education and networking. In today's real estate market, there is simply no substitute for a good REALTOR®. Whether you're aiming to buy or sell property, a REALTOR® can spell the difference between a smooth transaction and an unsuccessful one. I am a dedicated and knowledgeable North County Coastal real estate agent who can provide you with the highly specialized information that will help you make the right decisions. It's the combination of this unique market-knowledge and excellent negotiating skills that enable me to get you the optimal price for any property you plan to sell or buy. As a real estate expert in the North County Coastal area, I can provide you with helpful insights about the area, and can show you why North County Coastal living is truly something to be desired. With a professional yet friendly approach, I help clients feel comfortable about what can be a stressful decision. Trust is hard to come by in today's fiercely competitive real estate market. I am here to provide you with the professionalism and integrity needed to ensure that you feel secure in what can be one of the biggest decisions of your life.

09/05/2026

In North County Coastal San Diego, beach access is more than a luxury. It’s a way of life. 🌊

The ability to walk to the sand, catch a sunset after work, take an early morning stroll along the water, or spend a spontaneous afternoon with your toes in the surf is one of the reasons homes near the coast are so highly coveted.

And with so many incredible beaches woven throughout North County, there is always another stretch of coastline to discover:

• Torrey Pines State Beach
• Del Mar Beach
• Fletcher Cove Beach Park
• Cardiff State Beach
• Swami’s Beach
• Moonlight State Beach
• Tamarack Surf Beach
• Carlsbad City Beach

From iconic surf breaks and dramatic bluffs to wide sandy shores, family beach days, and quiet sunset walks, every stretch of the North County coastline offers something a little different.

For those who call North County home, proximity to the beach isn’t simply about having a beautiful view. It’s about the freedom to enjoy one of San Diego’s greatest treasures whenever the moment calls for it.

Because around here, living near the coast means the beach isn’t just somewhere you visit. It becomes part of the way you live. 🤍🌊

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09/03/2026

One of the things I love most about living in North County is that there is always something happening that brings our community together. 🇬🇷✨

Next weekend, September 12–13, the Cardiff Greek Festival returns for a weekend filled with authentic Greek food, live music, traditional dancing, shopping, and plenty of family fun.

It’s the perfect excuse to spend a beautiful September day in Cardiff, eat something delicious, and enjoy one of those local traditions that makes this community so special.

📍 Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church
📅 September 12 | 10 AM–10 PM
📅 September 13 | 11 AM–9 PM

Hope to see you there!🇬🇷💙

KSH & ASSOCIATES

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760.207.7001
LIC #01182127
Willis Allen Real Estate

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09/01/2026

961 Woodlake Drive in Cardiff went into escrow during its very first weekend on the market — and while every sale is unique, this is exactly the kind of outcome I work toward for every client.

Before a home ever goes live, there is a lot happening behind the scenes. From preparing the property and creating the right presentation to developing a strategy that helps it make a strong first impression, every detail matters.

The goal is simple: to position each home in the best possible way from day one and create the strongest opportunity for a successful sale.

So happy for my clients and excited to see what’s next! 🏡✨

Congratulations to all involved!
We are so excited to share news of the closing as we take steps toward a smooth escrow process!

KSH & ASSOCIATES

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760.207.7001
LIC #01182127
Willis Allen Real Estate

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08/27/2026

There’s something special about a home that feels tucked away, yet keeps you close to everything you love about Cardiff. ☀️

Welcome to -
961 Woodlake Drive | Cardiff
OPEN HOUSE • Sat & Sun 12-3

Come see this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home perched on the park rim of Park Place - a rare position that offers peaceful park views, added privacy, and a wonderful connection to the outdoors.

Inside, natural light fills the open living spaces, with a new kitchen, newer roof (2020), new PEX plumbing, new bedroom flooring, fresh paint, and dual-pane windows creating a move-in-ready home with thoughtful updates throughout.

Outside, the recently refreshed front and back yards—and that beautiful balcony—make it easy to slow down, entertain, or simply enjoy the coastal breeze.

And then there’s the Park Place lifestyle: a low HOA, community pool, 20+ acre private canyon with off-leash dog privileges, volleyball court, RV parking, and scenic trails.

Add in the Walking District, Swami’s, Seaside Market and the rest of Cardiff just minutes away, and you have a home that captures exactly what makes this community so special.

961 Woodlake Drive | Cardiff
Come take a look.
I think you’ll feel it the moment you arrive. 🤍

KSH & ASSOCIATES

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08/24/2026

Today is staging day at 961 Woodlake. ✨

Getting a home ready to hit the market has never been as simple as putting a sign in the yard.

I like to work through the details in stages, bringing in my trusted local network where it makes sense, and working right alongside with them.

Today, that means working with my staging team, moving things around, editing, tweaking, and putting in a little good old-fashioned elbow grease to make sure this home shows beautifully.

There’s a lot happening behind the scenes before you ever see the first photo.

And this one is worth the work.
Set along the park rim in Park Place, 961 Woodlake has peaceful park views, added privacy, beautiful updates, and that easy Cardiff lifestyle we all love.

Coming August 26.
Stay tuned. 👀

KSH & ASSOCIATES

HomesByKlara.com
760.207.7001
LIC #01182127
Willis Allen Real Estate

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08/22/2026

A new address to know in Encinitas. ✨
1504 Valleda Lane 🏡

My newest listing and a home that deserves a closer look. Set in one of Encinitas’ most sought-after pockets, this is the kind of property that invites you to linger and imagine what life could look like here.

Come see it for yourself:

📍 1504 Valleda Lane, Encinitas
🏡 Open House: SATURDAY & SUNDAY | 12–3 PM

And if you’re already out exploring Encinitas today, my listing at 398 Andrew Avenue is also open today — being held by Ellen Patterson.

Two opportunities to get a feel for what’s happening in the local market, in person.

For details or a private showing, reach out!

Klara Straus-Henkels | DRE #02140353
Willis Allen Real Estate

KSH & ASSOCIATES

HomesByKlara.com
760.207.7001
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08/18/2026

If you’ve been wondering what’s really happening in the North County real estate market, the answer can look pretty different depending on where you live.

A market update is helpful, but I’m always more interested in what’s happening in your neighborhood. What are homes actually selling for? How much has your area changed? And what does that mean for the value of your home?

If you’re curious, let’s get specific. I can take a deeper look at your zip code or zone and give you a better idea of what’s happening right where you are.

📍 Send me a message and let’s talk about your piece of North County.

KSH & ASSOCIATES

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760.207.7001
LIC #01182127
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08/15/2026

JUST LISTED ✨

Introducing 1504 Valleda Lane, a beautifully reimagined Village Park home where thoughtful upgrades meet the ease of everyday Encinitas living.

With 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and 2,118 square feet, the home offers beautifully updated interiors, a serene primary suite, and a generous upstairs loft.

Outside, the oversized backyard creates the perfect blend of indoor/outdoor living and is made for entertaining - with a full outdoor kitchen, oversized island, covered lounge, fireplace and built-in heater. It’s the perfect escape for long summer evenings under the Encinitas sky.

Add owned solar and access to Village Park’s pool, spa, tennis and pickleball, and this one is hard to overlook.

📍 1504 Valleda Lane, Encinitas
Open House | Saturday & Sunday | 12–3 PM

Come see it for yourself.

Klara Straus-Henkels | Willis Allen Real Estate

KSH & ASSOCIATES

HomesByKlara.com
760.207.7001
LIC #01182127
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08/11/2026

A Cardiff opportunity worth putting on your radar.

Tucked into a desirable community just up the street from Ada Harris Elementary, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath twin home offers a great combination of privacy, views, and community amenities.

Inside, you’ll find:

🏡 A brand-new kitchen
🌿 A very private backyard
🌅 A deck with beautiful canyon views
🛏️ One bedroom + full bath downstairs
🛌 Two bedrooms upstairs, including the primary with a walk-in closet
🚗 Two-car garage
🏊 Just two homes from the community pool
🐾 Community dog park, playground & park

And, of course, there’s the Cardiff location—close to beaches, schools, shopping, dining and everything that makes this area such a sought-after place to call home.

Coming to market at the end of August.
If Cardiff has been on your list, keep your eye on this one. 👀

KSH & ASSOCIATES

HomesByKlara.com
760.207.7001
LIC #01182127
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08/09/2026

FIRST WEEKEND.
FIRST IMPRESSIONS.
FIRST OPPORTUNITY. ✨

398 Andrew Avenue has officially hit the market in Encinitas, and this is the kind of opportunity that deserves to be seen early.

The first weekend on the market is when a home gets its most attention, and properties with this kind of appeal don’t tend to sit around waiting. If Encinitas has been on your radar, this is the moment to take a closer look, tour the property, and see if it could be the one you’ve been waiting for.

Don’t wait for the “just sold” post.
Come see it while you still can.

📍 398 Andrew Avenue, Encinitas
🏡 Listed by Klara Straus-Henkels & Ellen Patterson

Interested?
Call us today to schedule your private showing. Opportunities like this don’t stay available for long.

KSH & ASSOCIATES

HomesByKlara.com
760.207.7001
LIC #01182127
Willis Allen Real Estate

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Encinitas, CA
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