Welcome to this beautifully refreshed single-level home, featuring a highly sought-after floor plan that thoughtfully maximizes every inch and lives significantly larger than its square footage. Perched on a quiet, elevated lot that captures gorgeous west-facing sunset views, abundant natural light, and exceptional privacy, this turnkey residence feels pristine from the moment you enter. Step inside to an open, sunlit interior highlighted by soaring vaulted ceilings, fresh interior paint, brand-new flooring throughout, re-textured ceilings, and dual-paned low-E vinyl windows. Kitchen updates serve as a magnificent centerpiece, boasting elegant new countertops, warm natural maple cabinetry, and brand-new stainless steel appliances. A standout feature and true rarity for the neighborhood, the home showcases expansive, usable flat yards in both the front and back—creating an ideal setting for entertaining, outdoor dining, gardening, or simply soaking in the canyon view and coastal breezes. Additional key upgrades include a recently updated furnace and air conditioning unit, recently replaced roof underlayment and a spacious attached two-car garage with plenty of storage space. Beyond your front door, embrace the best of coastal living: explore nearby scenic walking trails, spend sunny afternoons at local beaches, or take a quick drive to enjoy the vibrant dining, boutique shopping, and atmosphere of famous Carlsbad Village. Offering an unbeatable blend of location, quality upgrades, and effortless single-story living, this move-in ready gem is an extraordinary find.
Pending
$1,500,000
3605 Ames Pl, Carlsbad, CA 92010
3beds
1,689sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
0.3 Acres Lot
$1,459,800 Zestimate®
$888/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautifully refreshed single-level homeElegant new countertopsAbundant natural lightBrand-new flooring throughoutFresh interior paintExceptional privacyHighly sought-after floor plan
- 39 days
- 189
- 3
Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Joshua Higgins DRE #01459409 619-993-3118,
Compass California III, Inc.,
Evan Jessen DRE #01009283 858-735-2108,
Compass California III, Inc.
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260023341
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Originating MLS: SDMLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air Unit
Cooling
- Central Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Built In Range
- Laundry: Other/Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,689
- Total interior livable area: 1,689 sqft
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Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: 1 Story
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 1673932200
- 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
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Other/Remarks
- Water: Meter on Property
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: CARLSBAD EAST
Location
- Region: Carlsbad
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $888/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,258,884
- Date on market: 9/24/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
Estimated market value
$1,459,800
$1.36M - $1.58M
$4,533/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/28/2026 | Pending sale | $1,500,000$888/sqft |
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| 9/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000+16.4%$888/sqft |
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| 11/1/2025 | Listing removed | $1,289,000+6.5%$763/sqft |
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| 8/2/2023 | Sold | $1,210,000+0.8%$716/sqft |
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| 7/18/2023 | Pending sale | $1,200,000$710/sqft |
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| 7/10/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000$710/sqft |
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| 7/6/2023 | Pending sale | $1,200,000$710/sqft |
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| 6/26/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000-6.9%$710/sqft |
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| 1/1/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/31/2022 | Price change | $1,289,000-3.1%$763/sqft |
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| 9/8/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,329,900+104.9%$787/sqft |
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| 7/20/2004 | Sold | $649,000+23.6%$384/sqft |
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| 3/15/2004 | Sold | $525,000$311/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $1,258,884 +2% |
| 2025 | $13,416 +3.5% | $1,234,200 +2% |
| 2024 | $12,959 +37.8% | $1,210,000 +39.2% |
| 2023 | $9,403 +1.6% | $869,451 +2% |
| 2022 | $9,257 +0.8% | $852,403 +2% |
| 2021 | $9,186 +6.7% | $835,690 +7.1% |
| 2020 | $8,606 +1.1% | $780,000 |
| 2019 | $8,515 +14.3% | $780,000 +13% |
| 2018 | $7,450 +5.8% | $690,000 +6.2% |
| 2017 | $7,040 +9.7% | $650,000 +7.4% |
| 2016 | $6,417 +2.3% | $605,000 +3.4% |
| 2015 | $6,274 +6% | $585,000 +6.4% |
| 2014 | $5,916 | $550,000 +11.3% |
| 2013 | -- | $494,000 +7.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $458,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $458,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $458,000 -8.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $500,000 -27.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $688,722 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $675,219 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $661,980 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $649,000 +250.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $185,330 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $181,935 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $178,369 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $174,873 |
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