5238 Carlsbad Boulevard, Carlsbad, California 92008, Carlsbad, 92008 - 2 bed, 2 bath

5238 Carlsbad Boulevard, Carlsbad, California 92008 home-pic-0

5238 Carlsbad Boulevard

Carlsbad, California 92008

ACTIVE
CONDITION: GOOD
2Beds
2Baths
1,245Sq Ft
6,600Lot Size

Property Price

LIST PRICE$2,750,000
EST. MARKET VALUE
$2,521,707
9% AboveMARKET VALUE

SUMMARY

Estimated Market Value

$2,521,707
Based on Realkey algorithm analyzing recent comparable sales in Carlsbad.

Condition Analysis

OVERALL CONDITION SCORE

Good
TeardownExcellent

Property is move-in ready.

The property is in move-in ready condition with significant recent capital improvements, including a brand-new roof, gutters, and fresh exterior paint. The interior features well-maintained hardwood flooring, plantation shutters, and an updated kitchen with granite countertops and upgraded stainless steel appliances. While the home was originally built in 1961, the systems and finishes have been modernized, and the detached garage has been high-quality finished with epoxy floors and cabinetry, though the overall interior aesthetic reflects a renovation from the 5-15 year range rather than a brand-new build.

PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES

  • Great Schools

    High School: Sage Creek High School (9/10).

  • Exclusive Coastal Lifestyle

    Residents benefit from rare, gated private beach access in the prestigious Terramar neighborhood, featuring community showers and reserved seating for an elite, low-traffic beach experience.

  • Significant Value-Add Potential

    The property offers excellent expansion opportunities, including a detached garage already improved for ADU conversion and the structural potential to add a second story for panoramic ocean views.

CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES

  • MLS Listing Discrepancy

    Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =6600, other record lot size in square feet = 564. Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 1245, other record living area = 564.

  • High Price per Square Foot

    At a $2.75M price point for approximately 1,200 square feet of living space, the property commands a significant premium that may be a hurdle for buyers seeking more interior volume.

  • Limited Bedroom Count

    The original two-bedroom configuration may restrict appeal for larger families or those requiring multiple dedicated home offices without undergoing further construction or conversion.

About 5238 Carlsbad Boulevard

Ocean views in the lovely home situated in one of Carlsbad’s finest neighborhoods; Terramar, this charming two-bedroom, two-bath single-level beach bungalow offers about 1,200 sq ft of comfortable living on a flat 6,600 sq ft lot. An open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area creates a seamless flow; the kitchen features granite countertops, upgraded appliances, and an abundance of beautiful cabinetry. Plantation shutters and hardwood floors throughout the main living areas add warmth and character. The bright primary suite fills with natural light and provides generous closet storage, while the well-sized second bedroom features 2 closets. An additional sunroom brings extra living area for family use, or adapts easily to a guest room, home office, or hobby space. Outside, a fully fenced private yard offers a peaceful retreat with a large patio, chicken coop and covered RV parking area The detached garage, now a Man Cave includes epoxy flooring, built in cabinetry, sink, granite counter tops. Great potential for home office or an ADU. A recently poured slab behind the garage with a shed provides additional storage. Recent improvements include new exterior paint, a brand-new roof and gutters, and refreshed front and backyard patios. As a Terramar resident, you’ll enjoy gated, private beach access to one of San Diegos premier beaches plus a community shower and reserved seating areas available only to the handful of Terramar neighbors — perfect for relaxed beach days and stunning sunsets. This home has so much to offer as is or option to convert the garage to a studio for income or add a second level to the home to create expansive ocean views. All this is just minutes from downtown Carlsbad, Encinitas, Palomar Airport and freeways.

Property Details

Public Facts

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1961
Lot Size
6,600 Sq. Ft.

Interior

Total Bedrooms
2
Total Bathrooms
2 (2 Full, 0 Half)

Exterior & Parking

No exterior & parking available.

Utilities & Misc

HOA Fee
$150.0 / Month

Neighborhood Insights

Carlsbad Unified Schools

Jefferson Elementary School

Grades K-5 • 0.8 mi

7/10

Buena Vista Elementary School

Grades K-5 • 1.0 mi

7/10

Valley Middle School

Grades 6-8 • 1.3 mi

8/10

Sensitive Facilities

No sensitive facilities data found.

Neighborhood Comparison

FeatureSubjectAverage HomeNeighborhood Ranking (50 Listings)
Beds2.04.0
8%
Baths2.03.0
32%
Square foot1,2452,248
10%
Lot Size6,6008,629
26%
Price$2.75M$1.80M
85%
Price per sq ft$2.2K$832
98%
Built year19611975
26%
HOA$150.0$0
78%
Days on market14169
2%

Pricing History

Listed for Sale

Feb 19, 2026

$2,750,000

Initial Listing

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