$500,000
$25K PRICE DROP

Estimated payment $3,600/month

Total Views 15,340
1 Bed
1 Bath
892 Sq Ft
$561 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Park or Greenbelt View
  • Poinsettia Elementary School Rated A
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Loft

About This Home

Welcome to your serene, light-filled oasis in the heart of La Costa! This beautiful studio condo offers 892 sqft of beachy-boho style, complete with plantation shutters and an abundance of natural light. The open layout includes a cozy living area with a fireplace, a bonus loft space perfect for storage or a reading nook, and a tranquil patio overlooking a peaceful fountain and lush tropical landscaping. The unit features a cedar-lined walk-in closet, spa-like shower, and stacked washer/dryer. Additional highlights include central air, secured entry, detached garage plus guest parking, and a community pool, spa, and BBQ area. Located just minutes from Carlsbad’s finest beaches, shopping, dining, and golf, this stylish studio is perfect as a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or investment property. Experience resort-style living in one of North County’s most desirable communities!

Listing Agent

Bobby Martins

eXp Realty of California, Inc License #01339628 Listed on: 09/16/2025

eXp Realty of California, Inc

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,293

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • No Unit Above or Below
  • Property is Fully Fenced

HOA Fees

  • $425 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space

Property Views

  • Park or Greenbelt
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Clay Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 892 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Awning
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Loft

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • Slab Porch or Patio
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Short Sale

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance
  • 3 Units
  • Casita De La Costa Association
  • Casitas De La Costa Community
  • La Costa Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to covenants, conditions, and restrictions

Amenities

  • Outdoor Cooking Area

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,293

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$425 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Unit Levels: Other/Remarks
  • Property Sub Type: All Other Attached
  • Community Features: Pool
  • Association Fees: 425.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Inclusions: Common Area Maintenance
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 991190
  • Subdivision Name: LA COSTA
  • Directions: GOOGLE LIES! Take Estrella De Mar Road to Estrella De Mar Court. Guest parking in lower garage on the left. Community Map located at base of stairs near community refuse.
  • BuildingName: Casitas De La Costa
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Living Area: 892.0
  • ADU_YesNo: No
  • AgeRestrictions: N/K
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • ShortSale: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Shower, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceiling
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Stove
  • Fireplace Features: FP in Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Full
  • Roof: Tile/Clay
  • View: Parklike, Neighborhood
  • Pool Features: Community/Common
  • Disclosures: CC And R's
  • Common Walls: No Unit Above or Below, End Unit
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Patio And Porch Features: Awning/Porch Covered, Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: None Known
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Heating: Fireplace, Forced Air Unit
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Laundry Features: Electric, Washer Hookup
  • Water Source: Meter on Property
  • HeatSource: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Outdoor Cooking Area, Pool
  • Association Name: Casita De La Costa

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 127039.0

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 3

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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
2025 $6,293 $550,369 $284,830 $265,539
2024 $6,293 $539,579 $279,246 $260,333
2023 $6,204 $529,000 $273,771 $255,229
2022 $3,200 $253,155 $131,014 $122,141
2021 $3,141 $248,193 $128,446 $119,747
2020 $3,088 $245,649 $127,129 $118,520
2019 $3,039 $240,834 $124,637 $116,197
2018 $2,926 $236,113 $122,194 $113,919
2017 $2,883 $231,485 $119,799 $111,686
2016 $2,707 $226,947 $117,450 $109,497
2015 $2,666 $223,539 $115,686 $107,853
2014 $2,553 $215,000 $110,000 $105,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/25/2025 09/25/25 Price Changed $500,000 -4.8% $561 / Sq Ft
09/16/2025 09/16/25 For Sale $525,000 -- $589 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $529,000 Lawyers Title
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Southland Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Stewart Title
Grant Deed $149,000 Stewart Title
Grant Deed -- Stewart Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $502,550 New Conventional
Previous Owner $116,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $155,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $126,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 250039042

San Diego MLS

APN: 215-170-03-41