Apartment$839,000
Carlsbad
3 bd 3 ba 122 m²
Buy a House in Carlsbad, California
261 homes and apartments for sale in Carlsbad, United States.
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Properties for sale in Carlsbad
24 properties shown
Apartment
$1,549,000
Carlsbad
4 bd 3 ba 202 m²
$1,399,000
Carlsbad
3 bd 3 ba 183 m²
$2,525,000
Carlsbad
6 bd 4 ba 196 m²
$3,400,000
Carlsbad
5 bd 4 ba 259 m²
$1,949,000
Carlsbad
3 bd 3 ba 285 m²
$1,499,000
Carlsbad
4 bd 3 ba 220 m²
$1,850,000
Carlsbad
5 bd 3 ba 257 m²
Apartment$850,000
Carlsbad
3 bd 2 ba 148 m²
House$1,178,000
Carlsbad
3 bd 3 ba 139 m²
$1,075,000
Carlsbad
2 bd 3 ba 133 m²
Apartment$649,000
Carlsbad
2 bd 2 ba 100 m²
House$875,000
Carlsbad
2 bd 5 ba 120 m²
Apartment$775,000
Carlsbad
2 bd 2 ba 131 m²
House$750,000
Carlsbad
3 bd 3 ba 151 m²
Apartment$474,900
Carlsbad
1 bd 1 ba 64 m²
$2,195,000
Carlsbad
4 bd 3 ba 232 m²
$1,695,000
Carlsbad
3 bd 3 ba 195 m²
$3,090,000
Carlsbad
6 bd 5 ba 391 m²
$1,999,000
Carlsbad
4 bd 4 ba 215 m²
Land plot$825,000
Carlsbad
3 bd 2 ba 179 m²
$3,900,000
Carlsbad
4 bd 5 ba 332 m²
$2,199,000
Carlsbad
4 bd 5 ba 274 m²
Apartment$499,000
Carlsbad
2 bd 1 ba 75 m²
Buyer's guide: Carlsbad
Carlsbad real estate is a coastal San Diego County market where the median listing sits at €1,250,670 across 261 current homes. Buyers come for beaches, golf and a village-style centre roughly 35 miles north of downtown San Diego, and many are overseas buyers looking for a second home or a place to base a US-facing business.
Carlsbad prices and sizes
These are asking prices from current listings on RealEstateAbroad, shown in euro. The wide gap between the lower and upper quartile reflects the difference between condos and inland homes and larger coastal or golf-course properties.
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Listings | 261 |
| Median asking price | €1,250,670 |
| Middle 50% range (p25-p75) | €759,878 - €1,787,055 |
| Median price per m² | €6,778 |
| Median size | 177 m² |
Houses, condos and plots
Houses lead with 172 listings, followed by 75 apartments (condos and townhomes) and 14 plots. Bedrooms split across the middle: 90 three-bedroom, 75 two-bedroom, 64 four-bedroom, 24 with five or more, and 8 one-bedroom. If you want an entry price, look at condos near the coast or inland communities rather than beachfront streets.
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Life in Carlsbad
The town runs from Carlsbad Village, with its beach, train stop and independent shops, to inland master-planned areas such as La Costa and Aviara, known for golf and family neighbourhoods. The Coaster and Amtrak lines link the coast to San Diego, and McClellan-Palomar Airport serves smaller flights. Nearby markets include Oceanside to the north, Encinitas to the south, Vista and San Marcos inland, plus Rancho Santa Fe for estate homes.
Tips for international buyers
Foreigners can buy US property without restriction and without a visa, but cash or large down payments of 30% or more are typical for non-resident loans. When you later sell, FIRPTA withholding of 15% applies to the sale price (10% or 0% for qualifying residence purchases up to $1m / $300k). California property tax is based on purchase price, and some newer communities add Mello-Roos charges, so ask for the full annual tax bill. Escrow and title insurance are standard. Compare financing on our US mortgage guide and read the United States page.
Last updated 8 October 2026
Buying property in Carlsbad: FAQ
How much do homes in Carlsbad cost?
The median asking price is €1,250,670, at roughly €6,778 per m². The middle half of listings run from €759,878 to €1,787,055.
Can a non-US resident buy in Carlsbad?
Yes. There is no citizenship or residency requirement for buying residential property, though lenders will want larger down payments and documentation.
What are Mello-Roos fees?
They are special tax assessments on some newer developments to fund infrastructure. They are added to your property tax bill, so check them before making an offer.
Is Carlsbad mostly houses?
Mostly, yes: 172 of 261 listings are houses, with 75 condos or apartments and a few plots.
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