Information about Carlsbad - 92008,92009,92010,92011

Single Family Residence Median Price: $621,000

Condo Median Price: $366,500

History of Carlsbad

If its nickname, "The Village by the Sea," evokes mental images of a charming Mediterranean village with balmy sea breezes, sun-splashed sidewalks, delightful antique shops and boutiques, sidewalk cafes and friendly merchants, then you've conjured up a perfect description of this picturesque coastal community.

 Directly on the ocean, it has a temperate climate and provides good access to shopping, culture, sports and entertainment or a fast retreat to a scenic rural getaway.
 Outdoor options include beach and water sports, golf, tennis, hiking and horseback riding. There is a wide range of housing, from restored historic homes to modern upscale developments east of the interstate offering spectacular views of ocean sunsets. Carlsbad boasts one of the most attractive climates in the world

 With the coming of the railroad in 1883, the land between Los Angeles and San Diego was opened up to homesteaders. The population hovered around 300 until 1914,
 when railroad money brought in by South Coast Land Company secured water rights from Oceanside.

By the 1920s, Carlsbad had its own cinema, school district, many new churches, and a newspaper.  Due to Camp Pendleton´s location, the Marine Base, the world´s attention was aimed at this city during the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor.  Realizing that the growing pains could best be relieved by incorporation led to the formation of the City of Carlsbad in 1952. Since then, Carlsbad remains the same despite its rapid growth.  The population has increased to 700 percent, and the city has also expanded by three times its original size.   
 

Local Resources

 If you are considering moving to Carlsbad, here are the local community resources that will make it easier to set up your new residence:

  • Police - Carlsbad Police Dept - 760-931-2197
  • Fire - Carlsbad Fire Dept - 760-931-2121
  • Electric Company - SDG&E - 619-239-7511
  • Phone Company - SBT Pacific Bell - 760-811-5888
  • Water - San Dieguito Water District - 760-633-2650
  • Water - Olivenhain Water District - 760-753-6466
  • Trash Pickup - Mashburn Waste & Recycling - 760-436-4151
  • Cable TV - Daniels Cablevision - 760-438-7741
  • Cable TV - Cox Cable - 760-599-6060
  • Broadband Internet - (see above plus DSL providers)
  • Local Storage - San Diego Self Storage - 760-753-9480
  • Moving Company - Global Van Lines - 800-944-8126
  • Moving Rentals - U-Haul - 800-GO-UHAUL

Carlsbad Properties

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$29,000,000

5305 Carlsbad , Carlsbad

TROPHY OCEANFRONT ESTATE - The stunning allure of the ocean combined with the aesthetic beauty of this estate will redefine what it means to be the best. And this trophy ...

  • Beds 5
  • Baths 9

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$5,999,999 Decreased $600,001
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5115 Shore , Carlsbad

Seller may carry to assist you in your purchase of this smashing Oceanfront w/ direct and easy access to the water from your gated private (70 ft)beachfront residence.Ori...

  • Beds 6
  • Baths 6

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$5,250,000

3053 Ocean St , Carlsbad

To have an OCEAN VIEW is wonderful but to be right on the OCEAN is UNBELEIVABLY beautiful & this property enjoys 75ft of wonderful Ocean Frontage. Living Space includes ...

  • Beds 3
  • Baths 3

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$3,999,000 Decreased $151,000
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5011 Tierra Del Oro , Carlsbad

Surf's up! Spectacular ocean front lot. Hear, smell and feel the ocean. Forever ocean views. Located on an affluent, quiet, double cul de sac street. Rare opportunity to ...

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$3,900,000

5263 Shore , Carlsbad

The Summer Life...classic oceanfront home situated on a premium .28 acre lot with whitewater panoramas of the Pacific from La Jolla to Oceanside. This exclusive oceanfron...

  • Beds 4
  • Baths 3

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$2,900,000 Decreased $400,000
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218 Pine , Carlsbad

TRADITIONAL SALE WEST OF THE I 5.FIRST TIME IN THE MARKET. This stunning, contemporary three custom built in 2005 beach units(Condominiumnized triplex) with ocean views, ...

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$2,850,000

5390 Carlsbad , Carlsbad

Best of luxury living at the beach! Recently constructed, This 6218 sq/ft executive home features amazing panoramic ocean views just steps from the sand and one of the be...

  • Beds 6
  • Baths 7

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$2,200,000

155/163 Acacia , Carlsbad

Amazing white water view property within a few steps to the beach. Both beautiful units have been totally remodeled. The property consists of two 7000 sq. Ft. Lots with a...

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$2,199,900

3870 Carlsbad , Carlsbad

The jewel of Carlsbad Village, unobstructed white water views from this elegant beach home completed in 2006. This 4 br 5 bath home features an ultra high quality kitchen...

  • Beds 4
  • Baths 6

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$1,999,000

155/163 Acacia , Carlsbad

Virtually at the ocean with great ocean views two 7000 sq. Ft lots. Approved and ready to go for 4(four) large ocean view units. City will allow 6 condos. Call listing a...

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