NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1630 James Dr Carlsbad, CA 92008

Estimated Value: $1,264,000 - $1,754,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,089 Sq Ft
$765/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 10, 2023

Last sale price $1,275,000 $610 Per Sq Ft

Est. 25% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,644/month

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Private Yard
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Magnolia Elementary Rated A
  • No HOA
  • 2 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of January 2023

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.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melinda McKinley

Real Estate eBroker Inc License #00477541 Listed on: 10/20/2022

Real Estate eBroker Inc

Co-Listed By

Casey McKinley

Compass License #02006706

Last Buyer's Agent

Sally Welly

Seaside Executives License #00897406

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,920

Year Built

  • Built in 1981

Lot Details

  • 8,600 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Sprinkler System
  • Private Yard
  • Lawn
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Single Garage Door
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Concrete Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,089 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Entryway
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Concrete Flooring
  • Neighborhood Views

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Gas And Electric Dryer Hookup

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Additional Features

  • Suburban Location
  • No Heating

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Tract Number 9621
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1562111300

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,920

Year Built

Built in 1981

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 1562111300
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2089.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Concrete
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 610.34
  • Room Type: Entry, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom

Exterior Features

  • View: Neighborhood
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Concrete
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Single Door
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: No
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Laundry Features: Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, Individual Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Suburban

Schools

  • School District: Carlsbad Unified

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Sprinkler System, Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8600.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1974

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 8600.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 18

Tax Info

  • Tax Tract Number: 9621

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 20, 2022
Closed on
Jan 9, 2023
Sold by
Ekdahl Family Trust
Bought by
Leopold Taylor S and Leopold Tenley N
Seller's Agent
Melinda McKinley
Real Estate eBroker Inc
Buyer's Agent
Sally Welly
Seaside Executives
List Price
$1,450,000
Sold Price
$1,275,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$175,000
-12.07%
Total Days on Market
20
Views
27
Current Estimated Value
$1,598,629

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$323,629
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.93%
Original Mortgage
$1,020,000
Outstanding Balance
$985,836
Interest Rate
5.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$612,793

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 16, 2014
Sold by
Ekdahl Harry and Ekdahl Maria P
Bought by
Ekdahl Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 21, 2012
Sold by
Ekdahl Harry and Ekdahl Maria P
Bought by
Ekdahl Harry and Ekdahl Maria P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$381,225
Interest Rate
3.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 1, 1985
Bought by
Ekdahl Harry E Jr Maria P

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 28, 1983
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Leopold Taylor S $1,275,000 Lawyers Title
Ekdahl Family Trust -- None Available
Ekdahl Harry -- Western Resources Title Comm
Ekdahl Harry E Jr Maria P $130,000 --
-- $129,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Leopold Taylor S $1,020,000
Previous Owner Ekdahl Harry $381,225
Previous Owner Ekdahl Harry E $412,500
Previous Owner Ekdahl Harry E $44,000
Previous Owner Ekdahl Harry E $354,500
Previous Owner Ekdahl Harry E $97,000
Previous Owner Ekdahl Harry E $63,000
Previous Owner Ekdahl Harry E $73,000
Previous Owner Ekdahl Harry E $39,500
Previous Owner Ekdahl Harry E $196,000
Previous Owner Ekdahl Harry E $190,000
Previous Owner Ekdahl Harry E $51,500
Previous Owner Ekdahl Harry E $36,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/10/2023 01/10/23 Sold $1,275,000 -5.2% $610 / Sq Ft
11/18/2022 11/18/22 Price Changed $1,345,000 -3.2% $644 / Sq Ft
11/04/2022 11/04/22 Price Changed $1,389,000 -4.2% $665 / Sq Ft
10/20/2022 10/20/22 For Sale $1,450,000 -- $694 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $13,920 $1,300,500 $969,000 $331,500
2023 $3,117 $286,437 $76,707 $209,730
2022 $3,068 $280,821 $75,203 $205,618
2021 $3,044 $275,316 $73,729 $201,587
2020 $3,024 $272,493 $72,973 $199,520
2019 $2,969 $267,151 $71,543 $195,608
2018 $2,845 $261,914 $70,141 $191,773
2017 $2,797 $256,779 $68,766 $188,013
2016 $2,685 $251,745 $67,418 $184,327
2015 $2,674 $247,965 $66,406 $181,559
2014 $2,630 $243,109 $65,106 $178,003
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: NDP2210609

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 156-211-13