5 Bed + 1 Optional Bed with 4.5 Baths – 4,524 Sq Ft

7081 Aviara Dr, Carlsbad - Just Reduced! $1,950,000 - $1,999,000

This Spanish masterpiece has been brilliantly designed with exceptional attention to detail inside and out with plenty of custom wrought iron accents.  Settled on a .40 acre lot at the end of the street, this home has great privacy and tranquility, yet it is still minutes from the beach and shopping.

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The impressive courtyard entry leads into a dramatic formal living room with soaring exposed wood beam ceilings. The ground floor also has an inviting family room with fireplace and a first floor bedroom with full bath.

The gorgeous gourmet island kitchen features custom cabinetry, top-of-the-line…

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4 Bed + 1 Optional Bed & 3.5 Baths – 3,190 Sq Ft, $799,000

3968 Plateau Place, Carlsbad, CA

This newly listed Calavera Hills home in Carlsbad is an entertainer’s dream. A stone pathway leads into a serene courtyard to welcome visitors. The ideal open floor plan allows plenty of natural light, especially in the great room and kitchen.

With granite counters, newer stainless steel appliances, gourmet island, and walk-in pantry, the kitchen is a great place to prepare culinary delights large or small.  The ground floor also features an office nook conveniently between the kitchen and family room, a formal dining room with fireplace, as well as an optional bedroom with full bath.

Upstairs has been lavishly upgraded with hardwood floors leading into…

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By Tyson Lund

Bressi Ranch is a beautiful planned community in East Carlsbad that features storybook homes and a wealth of community events. It’s also a great place to play! Here are the top seven things that make Bressi Ranch a perfect fit for your family.

1. Be Healthy & Happy at 2 Premier Fitness Centers

Pure Fitness & Tri-City Wellness Center are both located within a half a mile and are two of Carlsbad’s most prestigious workout facilities that offer extensive programs and amenities. Both facilities are excellent options for those looking for a high-quality workout facility to keep those endorphins up.

2. Eat Your Heart Out!

Bressi Ranch is home to a host of excellent restaurants that fit any craving or budget. From Rock n’ Roll Sushi…

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By Garrett Lund

Whether it has been a lifelong dream or you recently made it part of your life plan, you want to start looking at properties to find your new home. Before you start looking at homes for sale, there are five important things to consider to make the process smooth and to narrow your search of North County real estate to genuine prospects.

Buying a New Home

Target Areas

The first question is: where do you want to live? Depending on your needs, you can narrow your search by county, city or cities, or even neighborhoods. For example, if your dream is to live close to the beach, focus on coastal communities. It’s helpful to write down the names or zip codes of target areas or you can create your own map.

Determine a Price Range

After determining…

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3 Bed/3 Bath, 2,640 Sq Ft – 6795 Palermi Place, Carlsbad - $875,000 - $925,000

At the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the premiere gated community of Cristalla in Aviara, this single family, detached home is perfect for your family. A paver walkway leads into the beautiful entryway with soaring ceilings and travertine stone flooring.  

The ground floor also features a spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite counters, an office nook, and fireplace. The downstairs bedroom and bathroom are conveniently located off the main entryway for easy access.

Upstairs enjoy panoramic views of the ocean and Batiquitos Lagoon from the expansive master suite and adjoining retreat area.

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 The finished,…

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4 Bed/3 Baths – 7206 Tanager Dr, Carlsbad, $749,900 - 2,323 Sq Ft

Carlsbad Home for Sale with a viewMaking its debut on the resale market this week is this beautiful home that sits on arguably the best lot in Tramonto. With sweeping views of Batiquitos Lagoon and the surrounding hillsides, this elegant Residence Three stands apart from the rest at the end of its quiet cul-de-sac.

The ground floor features formal living and dining rooms, each with raised 10-foot ceilings, as well as a family room with fireplace. The remodeled kitchen has granite slab countertops, gorgeous cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and a food preparation island with sink.

Upstairs, the home has a spacious loft and convenient upstairs laundry room, in addition to the main bedroom areas. The master suite features…

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2 Bed / 2 Bath – 6575 Paseo Del Norte #J - $499,900, 1,188 Sq Ft

Carlsbad Real estate with a ViewThis beautiful top floor end unit is truly the jewel of Alta Mira II in west Carlsbad. Enjoy spectacular, unobstructed panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and surrounding greenbelt all just steps from the community pool and spa.

This condo has been brilliantly remodeled to better than new condition with custom maple cabinets in the kitchen as well as granite countertops and stainless steel appliances.  

The spacious floor plan has 2 bright bedrooms with large windows and 2 nicely upgraded bathrooms with quartz counters and maple cabinets.  

Close to shopping and just minutes from the beach, this is the perfect home to enjoy all that Carlsbad has to offer. Join the Lund Team’s own…

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6 Bed / 4.5 Baths - $1,250,00 – 2904 Rancho Brasado – 3,739 Sq Ft

First time on the Resale Market!

Beautiful Rancho Carrillo Home for SaleWith nearly $300,000 invested in upgrades to the Residence Two floor plan, this home is truly one of the most spectacular homes in Rancho Carrillo. The backyard features an inviting pool with two waterfalls and 12 person spa, perfect for relaxing in your own slice of paradise.  The gas fire pit, custom patio cover and outdoor kitchen with built-in gas BBQ make this area ideal for entertaining.

The lower level of the home opens into a spacious entryway leading to the great room with a fireplace.  The formal living and dining rooms are just off of the gourmet kitchen with granite slab counters and gas range.

Upstairs, the master suite with fireplace…

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5 Bed/ 4 Baths – $895,000 1549 Stargaze Ct, San Marcos, CA 92078 – 3,000 Sq Ft

San Elijo Hills Home For SaleThis elegant former model home is in the exclusive Promontory Ridge gated community in San Elijo Hills on one of the best lots in the neighborhood. Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, the westerly facing backyard has gorgeous panoramic views to the Pacific Ocean that you can also enjoy from the master suite balcony.

The home is the Ridgeview floor plan (Plan2) with 3,000 square feet of living space, including a ground floor guest suite with bedroom and bath.  The relaxing and spacious loft area has a custom-built entertainment center also with views to the ocean. The master suite is a luxurious space with elegant wood paneling in the bedroom and Jacuzzi tub in the…

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By Tyson Lund

Tax Breaks for Senoirs RelocatingAs strange as it may seem, homeowners who sell one home and buy another one of equal or lesser value can sometimes suffer a large increase in their property tax. It’s helpful to understand how this seemingly strange result can occur, and it’s important to understand how to avoid it when possible. In California, two laws, Propositions 60 and 90, shield senior citizens from such a tax increase in many cases. Seniors who are aware of the problem and the legal solution can protect themselves by acting promptly when changing residences. We’ll briefly explain the matter here. When the time comes, you can ask your realtor or tax advisor for help with the details.

How can moving to a home even of lesser value sometimes cause an increased tax?

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