Discover a rare opportunity in the sought-after Olde Carlsbad neighborhood, where lifestyle meets location. This 1,680 sq ft three-bed, two-bath home is nestled on a peaceful cul-de-sac corner lot of 7,800 sq ft — offering privacy, space, and ease of living. Hop on your bike and within minutes you’ll be enjoying the sand and surf, or exploring the dynamic Carlsbad Village just around the corner with some of the finest beaches in the world, Michelin-rated restaurants, shops, bars, and local staples. The Carlsbad Unified School District, recognized for academic excellence and strong performance across the board and boasts one of the top-rated public school systems in the country. This is a chance to live where others vacation—at an attractive price in one of North County San Diego’s most desirable communities.
Sold for $1,375,000
Listing Provided by: HomePERQs, Inc
Bought with: Cowabunga Realty
$1,375,000
1280 Forest Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92008
3beds
1,680sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1963
7,800 Square Feet Lot
$1,386,200 Zestimate®
$818/sqft
$5,719 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,386,200
$1.28M - $1.51M
$5,719/mo
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Peaceful cul-de-sac corner lot
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Listing Provided by:
James Hilgesen DRE #01968748 760-685-2637,
HomePERQs, Inc,
James Hilgesen DRE #01968748 760-685-2637,
HomePERQs, Inc
Bought with:
Shaely Norris, DRE #02065333
Cowabunga Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NDP2510111
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- All Bedrooms Down, Attic, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,680 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Front door
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Coastline, Neighborhood, Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Coastline,Ocean
Lot
- Size: 7,800 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Front Yard, Landscaped, Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 1560322400
- Zoning: R-1 Single Family
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Patio Home
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1963
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Suburban
Location
- Region: Carlsbad
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 | Sold | $1,375,000-1.8%$818/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #NDP2510111 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2025 | Pending sale | $1,400,000$833/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #NDP2510111 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2025 | Contingent | $1,400,000$833/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #NDP2510111 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,400,000$833/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #NDP2510111 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,996 +3.5% | $268,895 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,895 +0.5% | $263,623 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,879 +1.5% | $258,454 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,836 +0.7% | $253,387 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,815 +0.7% | $248,420 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,797 +5.3% | $245,874 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,655 +0.8% | $241,054 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,634 +1.7% | $236,328 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,591 +4.1% | $231,695 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,488 +0.4% | $227,153 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,479 +1.6% | $223,742 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,439 | $219,361 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $218,371 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $214,090 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $209,893 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $208,325 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $208,821 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $204,727 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $200,714 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $196,780 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $192,923 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $189,141 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $185,676 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $182,036 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $178,468 |
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Neighborhood: Olde Carlsbad
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Buena Vista Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Valley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 9/10Carlsbad High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
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- San Diego County
- Carlsbad
- 92008
- Olde Carlsbad
- 1280 Forest Ave
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