Houses in waterfront communities, built at a time when water views and access to beaches were less in demand, are often targeted for teardowns. The areas often have a lot of small bungalow or ranch type houses that contrast greatly with the very large homes now being constructed around them.

In this beach community north of San Diego, space is in demand. This house is small - just 1,300 square feet - but it occupies a lot of nearly an acre and a half. The lot can be subdivided into three building lots, each holding a bigger house than this one.