1630 James Dr

Carlsbad, CA 92008

$1,275,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2,089 Sq. Ft.
$610 / Sq. Ft.
2,089
Sq. Ft.
$610
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Beautifully updated and cared for home in the highly desirable neighborhood of Olde Carlsbad with fantastic upgrades and undeniable charm. This gorgeous move-in ready 4bed/3bath two-story home, situated on a tucked-away street and set on one of the most private lots in the neighborhood, offers a variety of outdoor and indoor living options that is rare to find. Entering the home, you are greeted by its spacious and inviting layout with custom epoxy-stained floors, solid wood shutters and modern transitional...Beautifully updated and cared for home in the highly desirable neighborhood of Olde Carlsbad with fantastic upgrades and undeniable charm. This gorgeous move-in ready 4bed/3bath two-story home, situated on a tucked-away street and set on one of the most private lots in the neighborhood, offers a variety of outdoor and indoor living options that is rare to find. Entering the home, you are greeted by its spacious and inviting layout with custom epoxy-stained floors, solid wood shutters and modern transitional finishes throughout. Beyond the formal family room adjacent to the entryway, the home flows directly through the dining room to the light-filled main living room featuring a stone front fireplace and access to the outdoor entertaining area. The kitchen has been completely remodeled with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and beautiful oak cabinetry. A connected hallway and laundry room with built-in storage cabinets leads to a full bathroom and a private main floor bedroom/office flex space with the potential to be converted to an ADU or separate apartment. Upstairs, you will find the expansive primary bedroom with en-suite bathroom, large closets and views of the beautifully landscaped backyard. Also upstairs are 2 additional full-size bedrooms, another full bathroom and a linen closet for additional storage. In addition to being walkable/bikeable to the abundance of dining and shopping options found in Carlsbad Village and its world class oceanfront, this home falls within the prestigious Carlsbad Unified School District and accessible to wonderful community amenities. Come and see this exceptional home for yourself and take advantage of this rare opportunity to write the next chapter of your story in the perfect location and setting.

Listing Agent

  1. Casey McKinley

    Casey McKinley

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #02006706

Property Details for 1630 James Drive

View
Neighborhood
Parking Spaces Total
2
Private Pool
No
Cooling Type
N/K
Building Type
Detached
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Living Area
2089
Assessor Parcel Number
156-211-13-00
LISTING UPDATED: 01/11/2023 12:28 AM

Property Details for 1630 James Drive

StatusClosed
MLS #NDP2210609
Days on Market20
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1981
Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,600 SF
CountySan Diego County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Casey McKinley, DRE #02006706; Real Estate eBroker, Melinda McKinley, DRE #00477541

Sold By Seaside Executives, Sally Welly, DRE #00897406

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Building Information for 1630 James Drive

Stories2Year Built1981Building Size-Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,600 SF

Payment Calculator

$7,840 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,680

Property Taxes

$1,160

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1630 James Drive

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Income Details
  • Financing: Conventional
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract Number: 9621
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $0
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Assessments YN: Yes
  • Assessments: Unknown
  • Community Features: Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Suburban
  • Number Of Units In Community: 18
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Gas Oven, Gas Range
  • Room Type: Entry, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Bedroom Features: Main Floor Bedroom, Master Bedroom
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, Individual Room
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room
  • Laundry Utilities: Gas & Electric Dryer HU
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Family Room
  • Fireplace: FP in Family Room
  • Cooling: None
  • Flooring: Concrete
  • Virtual Tour URL Branded: https://youtu.be/0UOn4S_4Hi8
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://tours.curb360.com/vd/87952916
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Concrete
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fence: Wood
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Miscellaneous: Gutters, Suburban
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool: N/K
Land/Lot Info
  • Sign on Property: Yes
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Sprinkler System, Yard
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units: 18
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Levels: Two
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Garage: Driveway, Garage, Garage - 1 Car
  • Parking Non-Garage: Driveway
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Garage: Garage, Garage - Single Door
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Single Door
Property / Structure Info
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls

Property History for 1630 James Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 10, 2023

Sold

CLAW #NDP2210609MR

$1,275,000
Jan 10, 2023

Sold

CRMLS #NDP2210609

$1,275,000
Jan 10, 2023

Sold

SDMLS #NDP2210609

$1,275,000
Jan 9, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1503781633

$1,275,000
Nov 27, 2022

In Contract

SDMLS #NDP2210609

Nov 18, 2022

Price Change

CRMLS #NDP2210609

$1,345,000
Nov 18, 2022

Price Change

CLAW #NDP2210609MR

$1,345,000
Nov 9, 2022

Pending

SDMLS #NDP2210609

Nov 9, 2022

Pending

CLAW #NDP2210609MR

Nov 9, 2022

In Contract

CRMLS #NDP2210609

Nov 9, 2022

In Contract

CLAW #NDP2210609MR

Nov 4, 2022

Price Change

CRMLS #NDP2210609

$1,389,000
Nov 4, 2022

Price Change

CLAW #NDP2210609MR

$1,389,000
Oct 20, 2022

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NDP2210609

$1,450,000
Oct 12, 2022

Listed (Active)

CLAW #ABI885MR

$1,450,000
Sep 19, 2022

Withdrawn

CRMLS #ABI885

$1,450,000
Sep 17, 2022

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NDP2210609MR

$1,450,000
Sep 17, 2022

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NDP2210609

$1,450,000
Sep 17, 2022

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #ABI885

$1,450,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/10/2023

Sold

CLAW #NDP2210609MR

$1,275,000
01/10/2023

Sold

CRMLS #NDP2210609

$1,275,000
01/10/2023

Sold

SDMLS #NDP2210609

$1,275,000
01/09/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1503781633

$1,275,000
11/27/2022

In Contract

SDMLS #NDP2210609

11/18/2022

Price Change

CRMLS #NDP2210609

$1,345,000
11/18/2022

Price Change

CLAW #NDP2210609MR

$1,345,000
11/09/2022

Pending

SDMLS #NDP2210609

11/09/2022

Pending

CLAW #NDP2210609MR

11/09/2022

In Contract

CRMLS #NDP2210609

11/09/2022

In Contract

CLAW #NDP2210609MR

11/04/2022

Price Change

CRMLS #NDP2210609

$1,389,000
11/04/2022

Price Change

CLAW #NDP2210609MR

$1,389,000
10/20/2022

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NDP2210609

$1,450,000
10/12/2022

Listed (Active)

CLAW #ABI885MR

$1,450,000
09/19/2022

Withdrawn

CRMLS #ABI885

$1,450,000
09/17/2022

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NDP2210609MR

$1,450,000
09/17/2022

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NDP2210609

$1,450,000
09/17/2022

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #ABI885

$1,450,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1630 James Drive

Taxable ValueLand$969,000Additions$331,500Total$1,300,500
Tax Record2024$13,920 ($1,160 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt2,089 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,089 SqFtLot Size8,152 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1981ZoningR-1:SINGLE FACountySAN DIEGOAPN156-211-13-00

Schools near 1630 James Drive

This home is within Carlsbad Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Magnolia Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Valley Middle School
Public6 to 8

Carlsbad High School
Public9 to 12

Sage Creek High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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