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Olde Carlsbad offers strong schools and outdoor appeal
Olde Carlsbad, bordered by the Buena Vista Lagoon and nearby Agua Hedionda Lagoon, is a highly residential neighborhood with access to some of the city’s most attractive amenities. “A lot of people move here for the schools. Carlsbad, in general, is one of the better school districts in the San Diego area. It’s a very family-oriented community,” says Tim Diamond, a local Realtor working with Compass Realty, who has been selling homes for over 15 years. “Olde Carlsbad is right by the lagoons, it’s very close to the beach and, overall, very walkable and bikeable,” Diamond adds. Olde Carlsbad also has the advantage of being sandwiched between the local downtown scene and one of the city’s biggest retail areas, offering lots of options for shopping and dining.
Diverse architecture with a wide price range
The streets of Olde Carlsbad are wide and generally quiet, lined with sidewalks and sparse shadows from cypress and palm trees. The community's architecture is diverse, ranging from sleek modern homes to earthy Spanish Revival properties and classic midcentury ranch styles. While not as common, condos can be found scattered throughout the neighborhood, offering the lowest price points as they sell between $480,000 and $650,000. Single-family homes have a much wider range, with properties selling anywhere between $1 million and $4.6 million, though the occasional property can sell for even more. “Olde Carlsbad is pricey, there’s no getting around that. But compared to places like Del Mar, it’s not the priciest in the county,” Diamond says.
Top-rated schools within the neighborhood
Niche rates the Carlsbad Unified School District as one of the best districts in the San Diego area, giving it an A-plus. All schools in Olde Carlsbad are top-performing and receive an A on Niche. Kids can start at either Magnolia or Buena Vista elementary schools before heading to Valley Middle School. All incoming first-year students are required to apply to the high school they wish to attend in the district. Carlsbad High School has been continuously recognized by the California Department of Education for its strong academics, scoring particularly high in the English field. In 2023, its school broadcasting program, CHSTV, won the national Pacemaker Award for Broadcast News Program for the fifth year in a row.
Lagoons, beaches and parks all within reach
On Olde Carlsbad’s north side, Hosp Grove Park offers trails that wind through a grove of eucalyptus trees and a playground that sits adjacent to the Buena Vista Lagoon. At 350 acres, the Buena Vista Lagoon is the only freshwater lagoon in California and is especially popular for bird-watching, with dozens of waterfowl species migrating there yearly. Throughout the neighborhood are several pocket parks, where residents can find playgrounds, sports courts and open green spaces. On the south side, the Agua Hedionda Lagoon, also called the Carlsbad Lagoon, is one of the city’s favored recreational spots. “It’s my favorite place to paddleboard. You can rent kayaks, little boats, and catch some great halibut. It’s an awesome spot,” Diamond says. “And, of course, you’re only a couple of miles from the beach. You can drive there in like five minutes, but a lot of people bike over.”
Close to the city's largest retail area and Carlsbad Village
The neighborhood is bordered by a large retail area, anchored by the Shoppes at Carlsbad. The Shoppes has several major stores and is surrounded by smaller shopping plazas, which house errand stops such as Target, Sprouts Farmers Market and a Walmart Supercenter. For a more local flair, residents can pop into the neighboring community of Carlsbad Village, where specialty shops and locally owned restaurants line Carlsbad Village Drive. “You can get everything from ramen to steak to barbecue there, and there are some awesome taco shops,” Diamond says. “Blue Ocean has great sushi and drinks.”
Major thoroughfares and commutes on the Coaster
Interstate 5 runs past Carlsbad, a major thoroughfare that runs north-south along the Pacific Coast. Several state routes, such as Route 78, branch off I-5 for traveling in and around Carlsbad. “I think people take for granted that it acts as a buffer between San Diego and Orange County, so that traffic doesn’t get horrible,” Diamond says. Olde Carlsbad is located close to a Coaster stop, allowing residents to reach San Diego by commuter train in under an hour.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Parks in this Area
Holiday Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Playground
Hosp Grove Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Transit
Airport
San Diego International
42 min drive
Bus
Marron Rd & Monroe St (Sears)
Bus
Monroe St & Chestnut Av
Bus
Highland Dr & Tamarack Av
Bus
Carlsbad Village Dr & Highland Dr (E)
Bus
Carlsbad Village Dr & Highland Dr
Bus
Monroe St & Ave Of Trees
Bus
Plaza Camino Real Transit Center Stall 5
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Olde Carlsbad
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Olde Carlsbad Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Olde Carlsbad, Carlsbad sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Olde Carlsbad, Carlsbad over the last 12 months is $495,500, up 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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In a world of single-family homes built right on top of each other, this Ranch-style home in Old Carlsbad is a breath of fresh air! With 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and plenty of room to spread out, you’ll love the flexibility of the floor plan—featuring a bonus formal living room with a fireplace, a separate dining room, and a dedicated laundry room. The bonus room can be anything you need it to be:
Tucked away in a peaceful cul-de-sac and just 1.4 miles from the golden sands of Tamarack Beach, this beautifully maintained home offers the best of Southern California living. Sitting on a spacious 10,000 sq ft lot in one of Carlsbad’s most sought-after neighborhoods, this single-level residence features approximately 1,800 sq ft of living space with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The layout
Ocean Views, Endless Potential, and a Prime Carlsbad Location Nestled just minutes from the vibrant heart of downtown Carlsbad, this unique coastal property offers ocean views, cooling sea breezes, and exceptional space—inside and out. Making its debut on the market for the first time since it was built in 1986, the residence presents a rare opportunity to infuse your personal vision and style
Wake up to sweeping ocean views from nearly every room in this stunning coastal retreat! Perched perfectly to capture the beauty of the Pacific, this 4-bedroom, 4-bath home offers a flexible and inviting floor plan ideal for multi-generational living, entertaining, or simply soaking in the serene surroundings. Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor living with gorgeous 800 sq. ft ocean-view deck, complete
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
11,370
Median Age
43
Population under 18
21.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$125,726
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$163,933
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98%
College Graduates
55.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
11''
Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
Average Summer High Temperature
77°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
41/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
29/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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