4608 Driftwood Cir, Carlsbad, CA, 92008
About This Home
A gorgeous townhouse west of El Camino for under a$1M in Carlsbad! Lovingly updated with a new kitchen and primary bathroom, you will find everything move in ready. Indoor outdoor living with a roomy patio downstairs surrounded by greenery, plus upstairs a spacious balcony off the sizable primary bedroom. Vaulted ceilings, walk-in closet, and full length slider doors to bring in all the natural light. The gas fireplace adds a touch of elegance. The new primary bathroom has quartz counters, vanity area, barn door, and marble-style tile shower. The dual pane windows, laminate wood and vinyl plank flooring, paneled closet doors, 2 car attached garage, and new furnace offer functionality and easy living. The kitchen remodel includes quartz counters with a full backsplash, stainless appliances, reverse osmosis filter, and lots of cabinet space. Enjoy casual dining at the breakfast bar and more space with formal dining for guests. Lot's of parking nearby plus tennis, community pools, and spas for the sunny days of summer. Just a couple miles to the beach means great weather year round. Also easy commute access to I-5 or Hwy78, plenty of shops and schools close at hand, or hiking trails and community center all within reach.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Turnkey
- Year built: 1977
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Stucco
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Range,Free-Standing Range,Disposal,Gas Water Heater,Microwave,Refrigerator,Dryer,Washer
- Laundry features: In Garage
Bathroom
- Features: Quartz Counters,Separate Shower,Tub Shower,Vanity
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Features
- Breakfast Bar,Balcony,Ceiling Fan(s),Cathedral Ceiling(s),Separate/Formal Dining Room,Recessed Lighting,All Bedrooms Up
- Door features: Sliding Doors
- Window features: Double Pane Windows,Screens
- Flooring: Carpet,Laminate
- Fireplace features: Primary Bedroom
- Fireplace: Yes
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls,No One Above,No One Below
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 1,721 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Quartz Counters,Remodeled,Updated Kitchen
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 2073415600
- Attached to another structure: Yes
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Front
- Pool features: Community,In Ground,Association
- Patio & porch: Concrete,Patio,Balcony
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Park/Greenbelt,Neighborhood
Lot
- Lot size: 1,742 sqft
- Features: Planned Unit Development
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Door-Multi,Direct Access,Garage Faces Front,Garage,Garage Door Opener
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
- Wildfire
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in San Diego County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $4,545 | $54,540 |
| Home Insurance * | $108 | $1,296 |
| Property Taxes | $799 | $9,588 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $5,850 | $70,200 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-05 | Price change | $849,000 |
| 2026-07-14 | Price change | $899,000 |
| 2026-06-18 | Listed for sale | $930,000 |
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