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2862 Highland DriveCarlsbad, CA 92008

For Sale

$1,900,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $19,000

Welcome to Your Timeless Ocean View Craftsman in Olde Carlsbad! Ocean views and coastal breezes await! Coastal living doesn’t get more charming than this! Perched on one of the most prestigious and sought-after streets in Carlsbad, this classic west-facing single-story home is hitting the market for the first time. Originally built in 1941 and lovingly maintained through the decades, the main home offers 2,096 square feet of living space with 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Nestled above the detached two-car garage is a beautifully converted ADU—formerly a beloved family bonus room—complete with its own full kitchen and bath, making it ideal for guests, extended family, or rental income. The nearly 10,000 square foot lot features lush, well-manicured front and back yards. A long, private driveway offers generous off-street parking, and here’s a fun local touch: the retaining wall was built using original pieces of the historic Pacific Coast Highway. Enjoy indoor-outdoor living year-round with a covered patio off the kitchen and family room—perfect for entertaining. Start your day or unwind in the evening on the charming front patio, where coastal breezes and sunset views await. The galley kitchen is bright and functional, offering modern amenities and plenty of workspace. Just off the kitchen, a cozy dining nook welcomes natural west-facing light. The great room is open and inviting, anchored by the original fireplace with classic hearth seating. The two secondary bedrooms are generously sized, and the expanded primary suite boasts a walk-in closet and a spacious en-suite bathroom. Located on Highland Drive, this home offers the ultimate lifestyle and location—walking distance to the beach, Carlsbad Village, the lagoon, and the train station. You’ll also be near top-rated schools, parks, the local library, and enjoy easy freeway access for a seamless commute. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of Carlsbad’s coastal history!

Listed by Tracy Moore

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License #01866841

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Coldwell Banker Realty

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tracysandiego@gmail.com

Listed by Maria Roller

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License #01866324

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Coldwell Banker Realty

Last updated September 06, 2025

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Source: CRMLS #NDP2506932

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodOlde Carlsbad
  • Bedrooms3
  • Bathrooms2
  • Days on Prevu54
  • Size2,096 sqft
  • Price per sqft$906

Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Private Outdoor Space
  • Parking

Location

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Listing History

09/06/2025
Status changed to Active
$1,900,000
09/06/2025
Price Decreased
$1,900,000
09/05/2025
Status changed to Removed from Feed
$2,099,000
09/05/2025
Status changed to Active
$2,099,000
09/04/2025
Status changed to Removed from Feed
$2,099,000
08/22/2025
Price Decreased
$2,099,000
07/22/2025
Status changed to Active
$2,199,999
07/15/2025
Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty
$2,199,999

Property Details for 2862 Highland Drive

Association

Amenities

  • Community Features: Storm Drain(s)

General

  • Number Of Units In Community: 300

Exterior

Construction

  • Property Condition: Fixer, Repairs Cosmetic
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Structure Type: House
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s)
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Entry Location: Front

Features

  • Fencing: Average Condition
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Concrete, Covered, Open, Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • View: Coastline, Ocean, Panoramic, Water

Measurements

  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Rolling Slope
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.22
  • Lot Size Area: 9,619
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 9,619
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: 1562002000

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooking, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Country Kitchen, Solid Surface Counters, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)

Measurements

  • Living Area: 2,096
  • Living Area Source: Assessor

Rooms

  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3

Parking

Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Door-Single, Garage, Private, RV Access/Parking, One Space
  • Parking Total: 2

Schools

Elementary School

  • Elementary School: Buena Vista

High School

  • High School: Carlsbad
  • High School District: Carlsbad Unified

Middle or Junior School

  • Middle Or Junior School: Valley

Utilities

Equipment

  • Electric: Standard
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Carport
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, See Remarks

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