3480 Charter Oak Dr, Carlsbad, CA, 92008
About This Home
Rare single-story opportunity in the highly desirable Seacrest Estates! Only 1 1/2 miles to the beach, this 5-bedroom, 3-bath home offers a flexible floor plan designed for today’s lifestyle. A bonus granny flat w/separate entrance is ideal for multigenerational living or potential rental income. Situated on a spacious, ADU-friendly lot, the property offers endless possibilities for expansion, outdoor living, or future investment. Backyard has an Oceanview Deck to catch those beautiful beach sunsets while taking in some sun. Recent upgrades include a newer roof & paid solar, providing lasting value & energy efficiency. Enjoy the best of coastal Carlsbad w/convenient access to Carlsbad Village, beautiful beaches, shopping, dining, parks, & top-rated schools. Whether you’re looking for a forever home w/room to grow or an investment w/income potential, this exceptional property combines location, versatility, & single-level living in one of Carlsbad’s most sought-after neighborhoods.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1963
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: In Garage
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 5
Cooling
- Cooling features: None
Features
- Bedroom on Main Level,Main Level Primary
- Fireplace features: Family Room,Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above,No One Below
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 2,473 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Butler's Pantry
Master Bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1671220400
- Attached to another structure: Yes
- Zoning: Residential
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Front
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Peek-A-Boo
Lot
- Lot size: 0.28 Acres
- Features: Front Yard,Level,Sprinkler System,Yard
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
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
- Inland Flooding
- 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 | $11,604 | $139,248 |
| Home Insurance * | $277 | $3,324 |
| Property Taxes | $2,068 | $24,816 |
| Electricity | $530 | $6,363 |
| Total | $14,479 | $173,748 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-14 | Listed for sale | $2,295,000 |
| 2015-10-23 | Sold | $1,000,000 |
| 2003-07-31 | Sold | $675,000 |
| 1999-10-18 | Sold | $409,000 |
| 1999-05-04 | Sold | $291,000 |
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