Discover luxury in this meticulously reimagined Rancho Ponderosa home. Ideally situated with views over Macarena Park, where families, kids and dogs gather to play and socialize. This move-in ready home offers a perfect blend of sophistication, tranquility and sweeping area views. Seamless indoor-outdoor living via a 10 ft Cantina-style door connecting the family room to a covered patio for year-round gatherings and entertaining. The south-facing backyard offers privacy, abundant sunlight, views and a refreshing coastal breeze. Thoughtfully remodeled in 2026 from top to bottom with refined finishes and quality workmanship. Sun-drenched spaces feature a soft white palette, custom cabinetry, light wood accents and brushed gold fixtures. Smooth hand-troweled walls and engineered White Oak flooring elevate the space. The designer kitchen includes state-of-the-art appliances, White Oak shaker cabinets, Taj Mahal quartzite countertops, under-cabinet lighting and a fireclay apron sink. The primary suite offers a spa-like bath, dual vanity, multiple closets and views toward Encinitas. All new landscaping with modern hardscape, Bermuda grass and drought-tolerant plants on drip irrigation. Finished garage with epoxy flooring and Hex lighting. Low HOA and top-rated Carlsbad schools including La Costa Canyon High.
Sold for $1,995,000
$1,995,000
2503 La Macarena Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92009
4beds
2,119sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1977
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$2,002,600 Zestimate®
$941/sqft
$5,619 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,002,600
$1.84M - $2.16M
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Designer kitchenBrushed gold fixturesCustom cabinetryFireclay apron sinkEngineered white oak flooringViews over macarena parkTaj mahal quartzite countertops
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Listed by:
Nick Atkin DRE #01880701 nick@atkinhomes.com,
Atkin Homes Corp.
Bought with:
Katie Nelson, DRE #02134845
Compass
Courtney Roth, DRE #02111532
Compass
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260008008
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Originating MLS: SDMLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air Unit
Cooling
- Central Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range/Stove Hood, Gas Range, Counter Top, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric, Washer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan, Recessed Lighting, Shower, Kitchen Open to Family Rm
- Flooring: Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: FP in Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,119
- Total interior livable area: 2,119 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: 2 Story
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Gate,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Parklike, Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 2550705100
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
- Zoning description: R-1:SINGLE
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Tile/Clay
Condition
- Turnkey,Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Meter on Property
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: CARLSBAD SOUTH
HOA
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance
- HOA fee: $62 monthly
- HOA name: Rancho Ponderosa
Location
- Region: Carlsbad
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $941/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $864,269
- Annual tax amount: $9,940
- Date on market: 4/6/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/5/2026 | Sold | $1,995,000$941/sqft |
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| 4/14/2026 | Pending sale | $1,995,000$941/sqft |
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| 4/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000+42.5%$941/sqft |
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| 12/30/2025 | Sold | $1,400,000+0.1%$661/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #250045885 Report a problem | ||
| 12/20/2025 | Pending sale | $1,399,000$660/sqft |
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| 12/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,399,000+112.6%$660/sqft |
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| 4/30/2008 | Sold | $658,000$311/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,940 +4.1% | $864,269 +2% |
| 2024 | $9,548 +2.9% | $847,323 +2% |
| 2023 | $9,283 +2.4% | $830,710 +2% |
| 2022 | $9,068 +1.6% | $814,422 +2% |
| 2021 | $8,922 +1.6% | $798,454 +1% |
| 2020 | $8,782 +8.1% | $790,268 +2% |
| 2019 | $8,125 -3.9% | $774,774 +2% |
| 2018 | $8,457 +1.8% | $759,584 +2% |
| 2017 | $8,310 +3.2% | $744,691 +2% |
| 2016 | $8,054 +4.4% | $730,090 +4.3% |
| 2015 | $7,715 +5.4% | $700,000 +5.3% |
| 2014 | $7,318 | $665,000 +22.9% |
| 2013 | -- | $541,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $541,000 -14.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $630,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $630,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $630,000 +498.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $105,280 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $103,217 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $101,194 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $99,210 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $97,266 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $95,485 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $93,613 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $91,778 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Rancho La Costa
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10El Camino Creek Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10Oak Crest Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 9/10La Costa Canyon High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Encinitas Union School District
Source: SDMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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