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Welcome to your guide to La Costa Real Estate and Homes in this active Carlsbad, CA community.

As La Costa Realtors and residents, we are very knowledgeable about La Costa neighborhoods, schools, golf, tennis, soccer and recreational opportunities. La Costa is a beach-close residential community on the southern coastal end of Carlsbad, California. It is conveniently located just 35 miles from downtown San Diego (and the airport) to the south, 30 miles from Orange County to the north, 85 miles from Los Angeles and less than an hour from the beaches of Baja, Mexico.

Surrounded by scenic rolling hills, many La Costa homes offer ocean and mountain vistas as well as breathtaking views of the La Costa Resort, Spa and Golf Course. For home buying, there is a broad selection of La Costa luxury homes, condos, and town homes that should appeal to anyone seeking a home close to Carlsbad and Encinitas beaches, great neighborhood schools, and numerous recreational opportunities. There are older homes in La Costa, including those in the old Rancho La Costa, Alga Hills, La Costa Hills, Meadowood, and the La Costa Heights area–as well as newer homes in the following more recently developed Carlsbad neighborhoods. Feel free to search the La Costa MLS to see all currently-available homes that are listed for sale. La Costa Valley, La Costa Oaks, La Costa Ridge, La Costa Greens, Santa Fe Trails, Carlsbad Ranch or the La Costa Glen Retirement Community

 La Costa Schools

Many people, including some out of area real estate professionals, are confused about the school districts serving the residents of La Costa. There are three distinct school districts serving the La Costa area, and district lines are very clearly drawn. The three districts are the Carlsbad Unified School District, the San Marcos Unified School District and the combined San Dieguito Union High School District and Encinitas Union School District for elementary schools. Before choosing which La Costa home to purchase or lease, you may wish to check with the district offices to determine which schools serve the home you are considering. Alternatively, you may wish to call La Costa Realtors and real estate professionals Mike or Roberta Murphy at 760-402-9101/9102. We are very knowledgeable about critical school district borders. It is very difficult for newcomers (and even some Realtors) to understand the intricacies of these district lines–and interdistrict transfers between them are not always possible. For example, most homes off Alga are in the San Marcos School District (except for El Pato Court and homes off Estrella de Mar, which are served by the Carlsbad School District and the Aviara Oaks schools). South La Costa homes that are accessible off La Costa Avenue, however, are served by the San Dieguito and Encinitas Union High School Districts. If school district issues are important considerations, you may wish to consider which La Costa neighborhoods are served by the school district of your choice.

La Costa Golf, Tennis and Recreation

La Costa is home to the two 18-hole championship golf courses and world-class tennis courts at the legendary and recently renovated La Costa Resort and Spa. A few blocks to the west is the magnificent Aviara Resort Golf Course, where every hole is a photographer’s dream, and to the east is Lake San Marcos Golf and Country Club with its championship and executive golf courses. Also close is the public Encinitas Ranch Golf Course and the new Crossings at Carlsbad.

La Costa is also home to Carlsbad’s Stagecoach Park, with its gym, basketball courts and soccer fields. Are you thinking of vacationing in La Costa? Check out La Costa Vacation Rentals! Looking for sun, sand and surf? The western edge of La Costa is just two miles from the broad and sandy South Carlsbad State Beach–and numerous other beaches and surf spots just beyond. These beaches are enjoyed by La Costa and Carlsbad residents year round!

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For additional information about Carlsbad or La Costa real estate, call  Roberta or Scott Murphy at either 760-942-9100 or 760-613-6190 or email scott@sandiegopreviews.com Listed below are current homes for sale in La Costa and below that, recent sales in this Carlsbad community.

Homes for Sale in La Costa

7787 Caminito Monarca Unit 110 Carlsbad, CA 92009

$750,000
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,622 SqFt
Status Pending
MLS # 210009490
Property Type Townhouse
Price Type --
Back on the Market!! Do you want to be close to all that La Costa has to offer? This Beautiful urban living 3bd/townhome located in the heart of La Costa and within the gated community of Monarch Villas. This perfect move-in ready remodeled home has direct garage entry in the lower level and s/walk level entry into the 2nd level living area w/beautiful new wood floors, newly remodeled kitchen w/new SS High-end appliances, modern, stylish glass tile backsplash w/quartz counters. W/a remodeled master bath, cozy living room FP, brand new HVAC system, Tesla charging system, upgraded windows. See Supp for more. Do you need space for an office, this home has it with an extra-large generous optional room. This Tri-level Townhome is an end-unit and has views of the hills in La Costa. The gated community has a private park, pool, spa, and tennis courts, and walking trails nearby. Close to La Costa Resort, The Forum, shopping, gyms and entertainment and the Starbucks is moments away. Schools; La Costa Heights, Capri, LCC and SDA High School. Complex Features: ,,,,,, Equipment: Garage Door Opener Sewer: Sewer Connected Topography: LL,RSLP

7310 Estrella De Mar Road Unit 20 Carlsbad, CA 92009

$925,000
2 Beds
3 Baths
1,803 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # NDP2206724
Property Type Condominium
Price Type --
This is the Villa you've been waiting for. Top floor pool view two bedroom Villa at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa with a full-sized kitchen. Premier East facing Location on the top floor of the first building, sitting high above the resort. This spacious and luxurious top floor condo has a fireplace on one of the patios. This property is Turn-key and fully furnished. Enjoy your property up to 120 days per year and opt to let the hotel manage your property while you're away. World Class Tennis, golf, pools, restaurants, shops available steps away.

2922 La Costa Ave Carlsbad, CA 92009

$675,000
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,409 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # NDP2210011
Property Type Condominium
Price Type --
Welcome to the highly desirable Par 5 community located in La Costa. This beautiful end-unit townhome features 2bed 2.5bath. Fantastic layout with split-level dining room & living room area. The living room is spacious featuring a fireplace and large mantle along with a sliding door access to the patio. Upstairs you have dual ensuite primary bedrooms with large closet space. Enjoy the south facing views of La Costa Golf Course from the primary bedroom patio. Attached oversized 1 car garage, lots of extra space. Located in a great school district and close to nearby parks, golf courses, beaches and shops etc. This is a must see!

2034 Arenal Rd Carlsbad, CA 92009

$11,950,000
6 Beds
12 Baths
11,300 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 220026610SD
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Properties like this rarely come around. LA & Miami meet San Diego living at its finest with this newly renovated estate just featured in the Wall Street Journal! Located on the La Costa Resort PGA Golf Course and situated on a private drive just minutes to the area’s best beaches, shopping, dining & golf / tennis clubs, this exceptionally designed 11,300 square foot residence offers almost 2 acres of gorgeous land. With grassy lawns, mature landscape, an entertainer’s dream pool with outdoor bar / kitchen & panoramic views throughout, this home gives you every excuse never to leave! From the moment you drive up to this beautiful home, you are greeted with a stunning half circle driveway. Upon entry, your eye meets every inch of gorgeous material from floor to ceiling. The details are unparalleled. Complete with a full home movie theater, fantastic fully equipped gym, wellness room, guard house, elevator, secondary full kitchen + 6 bedrooms with 12 bathrooms, there is nothing this home doesn’t have! With soaring ceilings, an abundance of natural light & gorgeous spaces to showcase your favorite art, this property is truly unlike anything else. Prepare to be amazed!

2343 Terraza Guitara Carlsbad, CA 92009

$1,549,000
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,990 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # NDP2211563
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
LOCATION IS EVERYTHING! Sellers are entertaining offers between $1,499,999 and $1,549,000. Drop dead gorgeous view home on an elevated lot in Alga Hills with panoramic views including Batiquitos Lagoon, La Costa Golf course, and the ocean! Single loaded street with no neighbors across from you. Tastefully renovated in the past few years with nearly $300k in upgrades! Eyecatching Crema Marfil marble flooring downstairs and on staircase, natural stone custom countertops and stunning marble backsplash in kitchen, new stainless steel appliances including a new whisper quiet dishwasher, new commercial sized sink with touch faucet, under cabinet LED lighting, and upgraded lighting systems. Engineered hardwood bamboo flooring upstairs, remodeled second bathroom features Cote D’Azur travertine in Versaille pattern with custom dual sink vanity, and new oil rubbed bronze faucets and fixtures. Primary bedroom has private view balcony to maximize the vantage point of the sunset over the Pacific and all of the firework shows in the area! The fully fenced backyard was fully remodeled to include a $15k Bullfrog 7 seater jacuzzi, outdoor kitchen island with a high end BBQ and fridge, fruit bearing avocado tree, landscape lighting and Rachio smart water irrigation system that is connected to the weather station via app to smartly conserve water! Home was newly painted in 2020, new garage door with windows and new smart garage opener, gorgeous cloud gray epoxy flooring in garage, new high efficiency quiet furnace, new AO Smith tankless water heater, fully paid smart water softening system, ADT security system with 2 audio/video cameras and LCD touch screen monitors, Nest smart carbon monoxide detectors, new plumbing in backyard and so much more! No Mello Roos! San Marcos School District: La Costa Meadows Elementary School, San Marcos High

7408 Via De Fortuna Carlsbad, CA 92009

$1,499,999
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,336 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # NDP2300789
Property Type Townhouse
Price Type --
This beautiful townhome is located in the prestigious, guard-gated community of the Jockey Club in La Costa. The Jockey Club is near the Omni resort + Golf Course and features direct access to the Omni Resort. This Jockey Club home is 3,336 square foot, and features 2 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. As you walk in the large double-door entrance you see the beautiful new wood floors. The living room has nearly 20’ floor-to-ceiling windows with automatic blinds, as well as a large marble fireplace. The family room has a built-in media niche and double sliding doors that lead to the large newly tiled private backyard patio. The kitchen cabinetry is a white European-style, with granite counters, double ovens, and an nook dining area. Upstairs are the two bedroom suites. The primary suite has a spacious lounge, a large walk-in closet, and a luxurious bathroom with dual vanities, a jetted tub, and a walk-in shower. The secondary master suite has a large seating area and a wall-to-wall closet as well as en suite bathroom. The finished garage has new epoxy floors and ample storage, this home also features a 2-car driveway. The Jockey Club community features a remodeled clubhouse, pool with spa, a guard-gated entrance and direct access to the Omni Resort golf-course. The HOA fees cover the common areas, exterior building maintenance, and landscaping. This home is located near some great restaurants, shopping, and is only 5.5 miles to the beach. When visiting the home please park in the guest parking spaces or in the driveway.

2564 Navarra Unit 201 Carlsbad, CA 92009

$665,000
1 Bed
1.5 Baths
1,367 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 230002894SD
Property Type Condominium
Price Type --
Welcome Home! You are going to fall in love the moment you walk through the front door & see the stunning views of the Omni La Costa Golf Course. This gorgeous townhome in a gated community features open concept living spaces with tons of natural light. The large living room is an entertainer's dream come true with gas log fireplace and just imagine gatherings while enjoying the amazing views out the floor to ceiling windows as the golfers play through. The large master suite features , walk in closet with closet system and private master bath! The large second floor loft overlooks the living and views of the golf course. Home has a huge balcony that is perfect for BBQs!

7992 Paseo Esmerado Carlsbad, CA 92009

$4,300,000
5 Beds
7 Baths
6,500 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # NDP2301798
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Custom built sprawling single story multi-generational home. Situated on a hilltop on a quiet tree lined culdesac. Arguably the the best view and one of the largest usable lots in The Ranch. Main house has 3 en suite bedrooms. Guest house has 2 en suite bedrooms. Both houses have master bedrooms with walk in closets, full kitchens, and full laundry. Guest house has separate entry with no stairs. Huge shared access game room with full bar, dishwasher, bathroom, and separate entry that could be used as a third separate living space. Shared semi-outdoor living space with heaters and large wood burning fireplace. Each area has separate (4 zone) heating and air conditioning. Subzero/Wolf/etc appliances throughout all areas. You will find lots of homes with casitas but if you need a home where your entire family can live comfortably full time, this is the one! Custom 1000 bottle wine cellar and tasting room. 12 sets of French doors open for indoor/outdoor living. 40 foot swimming pool with automatic cover and spa. 4 car attached garage. Walking distance to award winning Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary, Diegueno Middle School, and La Costa Canyon High School

6940 Sitio Cordero Carlsbad, CA 92009

$3,748,800
5 Beds
5.5 Baths
5,345 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # NDP2301823
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
One-of-a Kind Luxury Estate in prestigious, gated La Costa Ridge. Reminiscent of a Villa in the European Countryside, this finely upgraded masterpiece sits on a coveted private view lot at the end of a small cul-de-sac street on edge of a natural canyon preserve. Accented with balconies and loggias with sweeping and expansive views over acres of untouched coastal sage and chaparral that will take your breath away. Indulgent living / entertaining spaces both inside and out. Over $1M in exquisite upgrades resonate Rancho Santa Fe living at its finest just without the acreage. Meticulously manicured grounds provide an elegant backdrop that will charm all your guests. Ultra-high-end finishes and design throughout. Special features… Control 4 home automation, security system and app-controlled sound system inside and out, limestone and hardwood floors, brand new wool carpet, 4 fireplaces, temperature controlled wine storage, custom built ins, remodeled kitchen with custom counters, farmhouse sink, backsplash and elegant hardware, remodeled butler pantry, Professional stainless steel appliances, sliding wall doors and French doors, 2 new tankless hot water heaters and more. Rich exterior upgrades include paver stone driveway, a stone façade, wood garage doors, iron / wood gates. 4-car garage with epoxy floor, owned solar and EV charging system, Resort style yard features meticulously laid stone floors, saltwater pool/spa, outdoor shower, glass rear wall that optimizes the open vistas, outdoor kitchen with pizza oven and brew tap, dining patio with fireplace plus a detached casita / guest house. All this near world renowned spas, golf and tennis, award-winning gourmet restaurants, spectacular shopping and pristine beaches. Live your best life here!

3246 Sitio Avellana Carlsbad, CA 92009

$2,395,000 - 4Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Carlsbad
Open House
$2,395,000
4 Beds
3 Baths
4,053 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # NDP2302251
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
BEAUTY AND VALUE - Welcome to this truly distinctive and stunning home in the prestigious gated community of La Costa Ridge! Built in 2010 this 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 4,053 SqFt home is situated on a 0.24 acre lot in a quiet cul-de-sac. Exceptional finishes and upgrades throughout (see list in documents). Elegant curb appeal and a secure courtyard lobby are warmly inviting. Once inside the home, the rich wood flooring and moldings welcome you into the open-concept floor plan. Across the living room and cozy fireplace is the formal dining room large enough to entertain family and guests. The gourmet remodeled kitchen features beautiful counter tops, custom backsplash, several high-end stainless-steel appliances, a huge center island with eat-in bar, wine center, a walk-in finished pantry and breakfast nook that flows into the family room. The downstairs bedroom boasts custom molding and privacy. Upstairs is a spacious loft, for use as a recreational space, office, or library. The large master suite offers a walk-in closet as well as a large built in wall closet, while the master bath has separate sinks, bidet toilet, vanity, large jacuzzi tub and walk-in shower. There are 2 additional bedrooms and a bath upstairs. In addition to the many improvements such as custom 8 ft. doors, ceiling beams, custom window coverings, built-in cabinetry, security and water filtration systems, and an installed fully paid solar system, new upgrades have been added over the last 6 months such as a central house fan, custom closets, finished garage and tankless water heater. You will never want to leave the entertainer's dream private backyard which includes a built-in BBQ with sink and refrigerator, an elegant fountain, outdoor fireplace, and covered patio, all perfect for outdoor dining or unwinding after a long day. The pristine landscaping includes various fruit trees, and there is even a putting green! This unique quiet location boasts extensive walking trails and is close to beaches, world-class golfing, award-winning schools, shopping, and fine dining. This is truly a unique opportunity in La Costa Ridge!

7512 Viejo Castilla Way Unit 17 Carlsbad, CA 92009

$650,000
2 Beds
1.5 Baths
976 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 230006060SD
Property Type Condominium
Price Type --
Skipping over the cool blue water of the lagoon, past the smell of fresh cut grass at the golf course, and finally in through the big, Western facing window in the living room, comes the ocean breeze. Though most of your visitors will be happy to walk through the front door, this ever-present guest brings cool air and the smell of saltwater in through every window. Tucked just off the 3rd fairway of the La Costa Golf Course, it isn’t only the fresh ocean breezes that make this condo so appealing. Inside, the décor is light and modern, with a coastal touch. Countertops throughout the kitchen, bathrooms, and bar area echo sun-bleached coral and the palest taupe of a sandy beach. Luxury laminate flooring is styled to look ... ... like driftwood- and sturdy enough to stand up to actual beach days and sand buckets. A built-in butler’s pantry gives you a spot to store your treasures when you are home, but the easy “lock-and-go” vibe makes traveling a dream. If you are looking for an expansive yard, you won’t find it here- though an abundant herb garden would happily thrive on the balcony. Next to the surfboard. Whether this is home, home base between travels, or a vacation home, easy living comes standard here. And those ocean breezes- those are free.

2533 Navarra Drive Unit A4 Carlsbad, CA 92009

$650,000
1 Bed
2 Baths
1,190 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # PTP2301540
Property Type Condominium
Price Type --
Welcome to this beautiful corner unit condo with a stunning pool view! Upon entering the condo, you'll be greeted by a spacious and bright living area that offers plenty of natural light. While the public records show only one bedroom, this condo offers an additional bedroom option. The primary bedroom features a large closet and a window with a view of the pool, making it the perfect place to relax after a long day. The open concept kitchen is equipped with refrigerator, stove and dishwasher, allowing you to cook and entertain with ease. The adjacent dining area provides a cozy space to enjoy meals with friends and family. As a corner unit, this condo benefits from additional windows that offer stunning natural light and exceptional view. The balcony overlooking the pool, provides the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee or relax in the evening. The complex offers a range of amenities including a pool, jacuzzi and sauna making it an ideal place to live, work and play. The location is also perfect, with easy access to nearby shopping, dining and entertainment options. Close to Carlsbad Flower Field. Don't miss out on the opportunity to won this stunning condo with an extra bedroom and pool view!

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