Carlsbad’s Quality of Life is Unmatched. Where else would you find a seaside community that is small enough to have village charm yet large enough to be a world-class business environment?

Carlsbad is a community with near-perfect weather and two world-class resorts. It supports economic development yet sets aside 40 percent of its land for open space. It has attracted an international theme park and has become the golf capital of the world. Carlsbad has a commuter train, great bus service and the busiest single-runway airport in the nation. A great place to live, with miles of beaches, a wide variety of housing options, terrific shopping, a world-class public library and excellent schools.

Where else but Carlsbad, California? Fortune Magazine rated Carlsbad as one of the nation’s five best places to retire. “An affordable Southern California dream lifestyle is still available in about one place: Carlsbad,” the magazine boasted in August, 1997. Fortune pointed out that our community has ample open space, a low crime rate, a near-perfect climate, smog-free ocean breezes, and is not in an earthquake fault zone. In 1999, Where to Retire Magazine rated Carlsbad among the best retirement towns in Southern California.

Carlsbad’s population has grown considerably as more and more people become acquainted with the area. In fact, the population has increased five-fold since 1960, but the city’s award-winning Growth Management Plan ensures that the city retains its small-town charm. Despite Fortune calling us a retirement haven, Carlsbad has a relatively young population, with a median age of 32, and 78 percent of residents under age 55.

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  • Carlsbad, CA 92011
    MLS#: 306151010
    $345,000
    1440
    sqft
    2
    Baths
    2
    Beds
    The Sellers say they will miss short walks to the beach, watching colorful sunsets from the front porch, great neighbors, only greenery in front of the home, playing corn hole and ping pong, laying out at the pool. The Sellers also enjoy having Ralph's right across the street, and veterinarian and UPS store and 2 major banks. The Sellers will miss parties at the club house, working out in the full feature gym, walking inside the gated community by the beautiful ponds and landscaping. Did I mention the short walk to the beach? Lakeshore Gardens is a 55/45 gated community.
    Carlsbad, CA 92009
    MLS#: 306164270
    $630,000
    1104
    sqft
    2.5
    Baths
    1
    Beds
    Gorgeous home in the heart of La Costa! Just a few miles to the ocean and walking distance to the Omni La Costa Resort!! Lovely end unit. **Owner may considering carrying paper! Beautifully remodeled kitchen with lovely cabinets and granite counter tops. Stainless steel appliances.Refrigerator included. Convenient bar stool area at pass-through kitchen counter. Laundry closet on first floor.Stacked washer and dryer included. Central air conditioning plus ceiling fan. Great floor plan with vaulted ceilings and spiral staircase. Cozy wood-burning fireplace in living room. Large bedroom upstairs with nice walk-in closet and linen closet. Master bathroom with dual sinks, tub/shower combination. Plantation shutters. Back patio adjacent to large green space. Community includes tennis courts, two beautiful pools and spas. Lovely streams throughout complex. Tile floors in the bathrooms, carpet just on the stairs, hard surfaces otherwise.Gorgeous! 1 assigned spot in community parking garage. Guest garage with plenty of parking.
    Carlsbad, CA 92011
    MLS#: 306165364
    $948,000
    1070
    sqft
    2.5
    Baths
    2
    Beds
    Updated, turn-key Altamira1 home with very low HOAs. 2-bed, 1.5-bath, w/ a permitted 3rd room expansion for den/office space, separated by dual barn doors. Seller has performed upgrades consistently through their ownership (see docs for a full list of improvements/features) including: New water heater, new furnace, 50amp outlet for EV charging. Hard surface flooring throughout. HOA is due to enclose the common area greenbelt behind, making an expanded yard space with direct access from the back gate. This house lives large, spilling into the outdoors with the wrap-around patio space accessed from multiple sliders (off seconday bed & kitchen) and the front door, as well as a small patio off the primary bedroom via sliding door. The primary bedroom features multiple closets, including a walk-in. Laundry, w/ side-by-side washer/dryer is located in the single-car, attached garage. Community pool is just down the greenbelt and the HOA hosts several activities through the year for this family-friendly neighborhood.
    Carlsbad, CA 92011
    MLS#: 240008437
    $349,000
    1536
    sqft
    2
    Baths
    2
    Beds
    Desirable and hard to find updated 2 bedroom, 2 bath beach home that won't break the bank!!! It is amazingly close to the beach & shopping!!! It features an open concept floor plan with a remodeled central kitchen with granite counter tops, new gas range, micro wave & dishwasher with a newer refrigerator. You'll love all the cabinets and bar seating. The living room is bright and cheery with the large windows and features a corner gas fireplace! If you enjoy outdoor space this home has it all! A large covered deck, a very unique rear and side yard that back up to a forested green belt that makes it peaceful, private & perfect for relaxing! Located in beautiful Lakeshore Gardens, one of the most desirable 55+ beach communities in So. Cal.!!! Isn't it time to start living your dream!!!
    Carlsbad, CA 92008
    MLS#: 306156713
    $1,899,000
    1801
    sqft
    2
    Baths
    4
    Beds
    Embrace the essence of coastal living in this exquisitely updated single-story home perfectly positioned on a cul-de-sac with ocean views, solar (owned), and a sprawling backyard. From the moment you enter, the distressed bamboo flooring offers a warm welcome and extends throughout the home. The spacious living room, illuminated by natural light, showcases a stunning gas fireplace with glass, floor-to-ceiling tiling and an elevated hearth. The living room is further complemented by custom shelving and built-in cabinetry, and an elegant custom-designed bar, complete with a beverage/wine fridge. The kitchen boasts custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, gorgeous quartzite counters, an eat-up dining counter, and a window overlooking the backyard. Adjacent to the kitchen, the dining area offers a seamless flow to the outdoor living space, where you're greeted by an incredible covered patio that merges the outdoors with the indoors. The spacious primary bedroom features an en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower, stone counters, and custom linen cabinets. The additional bedrooms feature plantation shutters and ceiling fans, with one boasting French doors that open onto a private patio with an above-ground spa. The shared hall bathroom is equipped with dual sinks and a jetted tub with a shower. Step outside to discover the incredible covered patio with a firepit and built-in BBQ island with counter seating. On the opposite side of the yard, an oasis awaits with an above-ground spa, a gazebo with a ceiling fan, and a variety of fruit trees, including lemon, clementine, orang
    Carlsbad, CA 92009
    MLS#: 240010162
    $770,000
    791
    sqft
    2.5
    Baths
    1
    Beds
    Rare opportunity inside a world class resort that currently allows SHORT-TERM VACATION RENTALS! Located in the Omni La Costa Resort & but the building has its own HOA. You can cruise up the driveway to spoil yourself with beautiful weather, coffee shops, outdoor music & fire-pits, fine dining, shopping, spa, wellness center, and yoga classes. Easy access to beaches, movie theaters, grocery stores and much more. This one bedroom, two bath single level home, with high end luxury finishes has been beautifully maintained.
    Carlsbad, CA 92009
    MLS#: 230023908
    $825,600
    796
    sqft
    2.5
    Baths
    1
    Beds
    UNIT NUMBER IS 630. Last Price. Comes off Market 6/15/2024, if not sold. Located inside the entry to Omni La Costa Resort. Currently rented to 12/31/2024. Long Term or SHORT TERM RENTALS ALLOWED. Sought after Cortez Building, also sought after: Facing South with Grass Backyard and Pool View. HOA fee includes water and Cable fees
    Carlsbad, CA 92009
    MLS#: 306138056
    $798,000
    791
    sqft
    2.5
    Baths
    1
    Beds
    Resort-style living adjacent to the La Costa Omni Resort. Amazing opportunity to use as a full-time residence, second home, or as a very lucrative investment, as this is one of only a few buildings where short term rentals are allowed by the City of Carlsbad.This stunning 1 bedroom + office area, 1.5 bath unit was recently totally renovated down to the studs, and features the highest of upgrades including pecan luxury vinyl plank flooring, smooth finish walls, recessed LED lighting throughout, custom built-ins, high-end window coverings, white vinyl dual pane sliding glass doors, and so much more...the complete list of upgrades is in the attachments. Upon entering this bright and open unit, you'll be impressed with the kitchen, featuring Yorketown Magnolia white Shaker cabinetry with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, Blanco undermount sink, pendant lighting above the bar height peninsula, and a custom designed pantry. The primary suite has a spa-like bathroom with custom quartz walk-in shower, an owner's closet, as well as a wardrobe closet and even a stackable washer/dryer. The office area has a custom alder wood office desk with file drawers, photo display rails and storage cabinet....who doesn't love a home office? The location on the "quiet" side of the building (away from the pickle ball courts) offers peaceful views of the resort and nice beachy breezes. The Balboa building has it's own private fenced pool, BBQ area, lawns, and secure underground parking, as well as combo secured entrance to the building as well as CCTV throughout. The Omni Resort featur
    Carlsbad, CA 92009
    MLS#: 306155062
    $804,000
    791
    sqft
    2
    Baths
    1
    Beds
    Top Floor, End Unit! This 1-bedroom / 2-full bath condo is located on the grounds of the beautiful Omni La Costa Resort. The condo is zoned as and is an active short-term rental. The kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances that include a counter depth refrigerator, an electric stove/oven, a microwave and a dishwasher. The spacious bedroom looks out on lush, green landscaping and bright, colorful birds of paradise and fits a king-size bed. Pocket doors have been added to separate the living area from the bedroom for added privacy. Two oversized sliders create a wall of windows that allow lots of light, sunshine and light breezes into the space. The condo comes equipped with washer and dryer as well as high-efficiency split HVAC system with individual thermostats for living and bedroom areas. There is one reserved parking space in the garage. The complex has its own pool and jetted hot tub. Live like you are on vacation year round! This condo is an active short-term rental that generated a gross income of $50,000 and 71% occupancy in 2023. Rental projections for 2024 are $60,000.
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