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Homes for Sale in Carlsbad, CA

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547

Active Listings

$1,690,104

Avg. Price

$150,000

Starting From

$16,200,000

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How much do homes cost in Carlsbad?

The median home price in Carlsbad is $1,399,000, with listings ranging from $150,000 to $16,200,000. Buyers can expect to pay around $734/sqft on average. Homes typically spend 61 days on market.

Price Distribution

Under $500K
50 (9%)
$500K-$1M
148 (27%)
$1M-$2.5M
261 (48%)
$2.5M-$5M
75 (14%)
$5M+
13 (2%)

Recent Price Drops in Carlsbad

34 Carlsbad homes dropped price in the last 30 days · average drop -3.9%.

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Top-Rated Schools in Carlsbad

Schools serving multiple Carlsbad listings, rated 7+ on a 10-point scale.

Sage Creek High School

10/10

La Costa Canyon High School

9/10

La Costa Heights Elementary School

9/10

Pacific Rim Elementary School

9/10

Mission Estancia Elementary School

9/10

Aviara Oaks Elementary School

9/10

Buena Vista Elementary School

9/10

Carlsbad High School

9/10

About Carlsbad

Carlsbad is a beach city in the North County area of San Diego County, California, United States. The city is 35 miles (56 km) north of downtown San Diego and 87 miles (140 km) south of downtown Los Angeles. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 114,746. Carlsbad is a popular tourist destination and home to many businesses in the golf industry. (Wikipedia)

Climate: Average year-round temperature is 62°F with 299 dry days per year and 16.7 inches of annual rainfall.

What types of homes are for sale in Carlsbad?

Single Family (258)Condo (148)Manufactured (68)Townhouse (61)Multi-Family (12)

Carlsbad listings average 3.2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2,178 square feet. The average year built is 1989. Single Family homes are the most common property type, making up 47% of available inventory.

Popular Neighborhoods in Carlsbad

Rancho la Costa41 listings
Calavera Hills14 listings
La Costa Oaks12 listings
Olde Carlsbad11 listings
Hedionda Point9 listings

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About Living in Carlsbad, California

Active inventory in Carlsbad stands at 547 listings, priced between $150,000 to $16,200,000. The median comes in at $1,399,000, averaging $734 per square foot, and single family properties make up 47% of what's for sale. Condo (27%) and Manufactured (12%) round out the mix.

The average home here has 3.2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,178 square feet. Average year built: 1989. Homes typically go under contract after 61 days on market.

Most of the current inventory in Carlsbad is concentrated in Rancho la Costa, Calavera Hills, La Costa Oaks, Olde Carlsbad. These neighborhoods differ sharply on price, style, and commute profile, so it pays to compare before narrowing.

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Frequently asked questions about homes for sale in Carlsbad

How many homes are for sale in Carlsbad, CA?

There are 547 homes for sale in Carlsbad, CA right now, with prices ranging from $150,000 to $16,200,000. Inventory is refreshed daily from live listing feeds.

What is the median home price in Carlsbad?

The median home price in Carlsbad is $1,399,000, with an average of $1,690,104. Prices span $150,000 to $16,200,000 across 547 current listings.

What is the average price per square foot in Carlsbad?

The average price per square foot in Carlsbad is $734 based on current listings. Per-sqft varies meaningfully by neighborhood and property type within the city.

What types of homes are for sale in Carlsbad?

Single Family homes dominate Carlsbad inventory at 47% of listings. Condo (27%) and Manufactured (12%) round out the mix.

What does a typical Carlsbad home look like?

A typical Carlsbad listing offers 3.2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2,178 square feet, with an average year built of 1989.

Which neighborhoods have the most listings in Carlsbad?

Active inventory in Carlsbad is concentrated in Rancho la Costa, Calavera Hills, La Costa Oaks, Olde Carlsbad. Each neighborhood differs on price and property type, so comparing across them usually surfaces more range than a single one.

How long do Carlsbad homes stay on the market?

Carlsbad homes have been on the market an average of 61 days. Newer listings (under 7 days) typically indicate fresh inventory worth early attention.