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1630 James Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008

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4 Beds
3 Baths
2,089 Sq Ft

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 communit

Listing By: Melinda McKinley - Real Estate eBroker casmls-r Realty.com
  • MLS# NDP2210609
  • Date Listed09/17/2022
  • Bedrooms 4
  • Bathrooms 3 Full baths
  • Lot Size 0.2 acres (8,600 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Subdivision Olde Carlsbad
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County San Diego
  • Year Built 1981
  • Water Public
  • Square Feet 2,089 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $643.85

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Roof Concrete
  • Lot Size Acres 0.20
  • Lot Size SQFT 8,600.00
  • Lot Features -

Directions

Valley St. and James Dr.

Financial Considerations

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Poinsettia Elementary School

Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home

8.61 mi

Distance

Valley Middle School

Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home

0.82 mi

Distance

Calavera Hills Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

3.93 mi

Distance

Aviara Oaks Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

8.15 mi

Distance

Carlsbad High School

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

0.82 mi

Distance

Carlsbad Adult

Public • 10 - 12

0.82 mi

Distance

Sage Creek High School

Public • 9 - 12

4.78 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Date Event Price
01/11/2023 Sold $1,275,000.00 5.20%
11/28/2022 Contingent $1,345,000.00
11/18/2022 Active $1,345,000.00 3.17%
11/04/2022 Active $1,389,000.00 4.21%
10/20/2022 Active $1,450,000.00
Street Address Beds Baths Sold Date List Price Valuation Date Valuation Price
3175 Blenkarne Dr 5 3 Oct 26, 2025 $1,059,000 Dec 14, 2025 -
3460 Woodland Way 4 2 Oct 25, 2025 $899,000 Dec 14, 2025 -
1841 Buena Vista Way | Listing 5 5 Oct 24, 2025 $1,675,000 Mar 15, 2024 $2,595,000
1924 S Moreno St 3 2 Oct 24, 2025 $740,000 Dec 14, 2025 -
2339 Shawn Ct 5 3 Oct 24, 2025 $950,000 Dec 14, 2025 -
1351 Forest Avenue 4 4 Oct 27, 2025 $1,250,000 Dec 14, 2025 -
3110 Monroe Street 3 2 Oct 27, 2025 $1,250,000 Dec 14, 2025 -
1801 Ratcliff Road | Listing 3 2 Oct 25, 2025 $1,107,000 Mar 21, 2024 $1,573,250
1720 Oak Avenue | Listing 2 2 Oct 25, 2025 $1,670,000 Mar 15, 2024 $2,250,000
3450 Harding Street | Listing 3 1 Dec 10, 2025 $799,000 Mar 21, 2024 $1,521,750

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in CA / 92008

Source: Walkscore

52/100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score ®

36/100

Some Transit

Transit Score ®

40/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

Overview

Some errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Minimal bike infrastructure.

Transit Summary

7 nearby routes: 6 bus, 1 rail, 0 other

Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 35/100, Transit Score: 27/100, Bike Score: 32/100.

Property Change History

Points of Interest near 1630 James Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Frequently Asked Questions for 1630 James Drive

Source: Realty.com

1630 James Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008 is a Single Family 2,089 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 35 photos available of this 4 bed, 3 bath house, listed at $1,345,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 35 photos of 1630 James Drive.

Our records indicate that 1630 James Drive was built in 1981.

The full address for this home is 1630 James Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008.

1630 James Drive has been listed on Realty.com since Sat September 17, 2022

Some errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Minimal bike infrastructure.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 35/100, Transit Score: 27/100, Bike Score: 32/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 1630 James Drive. Poinsettia Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), Valley Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Carlsbad High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

Listing provided courtesy of: Real Estate Ebroker Inc (tel: 760-722-3222)
Listing agent: Melinda Mckinley (#CRP-105611)

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