3953 James Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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OFF MARKET

3953 James Dr
Carlsbad, CA 92008

Olde Carlsbad
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,549 sqft

$1,484,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 21, 2026

$1,484,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 21, 2026
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,549 sqft

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Living Area
1,549 sqft
Price/Sqft
$958
Parking
Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 3953 James Dr.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

3 Bed | 2 Bath | ~1,549 Sq Ft | Prime Olde Carlsbad Location

Welcome to this beautiful single-level home in highly sought-after Olde Carlsbad, offering the perfect blend of comfort, flexibility, and coastal lifestyle. Situated on a quiet residential street, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home spans approximately 1,549 sq ft on a generous lot, providing both indoor and outdoor living at its best.

The home features a spacious, open-concept kitchen and living area with abundant natural lightideal for everyday living and entertaining. The layout flows seamlessly to a lush, landscaped backyard, creating a private outdoor retreat perfect for relaxing, hosting, or enjoying the coastal climate year-round.

One of the standout features is a versatile bedroom with its own private entrance, offering excellent flexibility for a home office, guest suite, or multi-generational living setup.

Location is a major highlightjust minutes from the beach and walking distance to Magnolia Elementary and Carlsbad High School, making it ideal for those seeking top-tier Carlsbad schools and a true neighborhood feel.

Property Highlights:
Single-level living (no stairs)
Large open kitchen and living space
Private-entry bedroom (ideal for office, guests, or separate living)
Lush, landscaped backyard with ample outdoor space
Quiet, established neighborhood in Olde Carlsbad
Walking distance to top-rated schools
Close to beaches, Carlsbad Village, shopping, dining, and freeway access

This is a rare opportunity to lease a home in one of Carlsbad's most desirable coastal neighborhoods, where lifestyle, location, and livability come together.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - WASHER/DRYER: Yes - AIR CONDITIONING: No - PARKING: 2 car garage, 2 driveway spots, Street parking - UTILITIES INCLUDED: No - GARDENER INCLUDED: Yes - LEASE TERMS, AND FEES - APPLICATION FEE: Non-Refundable $50/adult (all occupants 18+ need to submit an application) - APPLICATION TURNAROUND TIME: 2-5 business days - LEASE LENGTH: 1 year - SPECIAL LEASE PROVISIONS: - RENTER'S INSURANCE: Tenant must carry renter's insurance w/ minimum $100K liability SUMMARY RENTAL CRITERIA -We look for favorable credit history, good references, sufficient income, and the ability to move-in within 14 days of applying -If approved, we require one full month's rent, plus security deposit to move-in -Please read the full rental criteria when submitting an application. Price, terms, offerings, availability subject to change. All information deemed reliable, tenant to verify all. *T3 Management, Inc. adheres to all Fair Housing Laws*
3953 James Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,549 sqft single-family home in Olde Carlsbad. It last sold for $1,316,500 on Mar 1, 2023 (23,836% above the $5,500 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in April 2026 with an asking price of $5,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 22, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,484,400, with a rent estimate of $5,232/month.

Home Details for 3953 James Dr

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: FireplaceCooling System: Ceiling FanHeating Fuel: Fireplace
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalMicrowaveRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For DetailsAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage, On Site

Comparable Sales for 3953 James Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4010 Royal Dr, Carlsbad, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$1,285,000
06/10/26
3
2
1,432 sqft
4005 Royal Dr, Carlsbad, CA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$1,285,000
09/17/25
3
2
1,473 sqft
4030 Syme Dr, Carlsbad, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,460,000
06/24/26
3
2
1,452 sqft
1230 Tamarack Ave, Carlsbad, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,333,000
10/15/25
3
2
1,152 sqft
1639 Tamarack Ave, Carlsbad, CA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$1,556,000
11/14/25
4
2
1,692 sqft
1729 Schooner Way, Carlsbad, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$1,560,000
07/24/26
3
2
1,514 sqft
4103 Isle Dr, Carlsbad, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,665,000
10/29/25
3
2
1,795 sqft
3880 Adams St, Carlsbad, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$1,130,000
12/16/25
4
2
1,826 sqft
1733 Schooner Way, Carlsbad, CA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$1,575,000
06/24/26
4
2
1,514 sqft
3960 Park Dr, Carlsbad, CA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$1,625,000
04/23/26
4
2
1,584 sqft

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Neighborhood Overview

Olde Carlsbad
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What Locals Say about Olde Carlsbad

At least 119 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 77 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 76 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 67 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 61 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 57 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 55 % Say it's quiet

  • 54 % Say there's wildlife

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 37 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Jamesh.greendog
    "The neighborhood is dog friendly. Though walking in areas that aren’t busy with vehicle traffic is almost impossible ."
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  • Jamesh.greendog
    "It’s nice to be a mile from the beach and part of Carlsbad village. Unfortunately the roads are very busy by where I live and big intersections keep you from having a quite peaceful walk."
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  • Jamesh.greendog
    "Carlsbad village is not very walking friendly when you want to take a relaxing quiet stroll. The plus side is the beaches are nice and it’s beautiful ."
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  • Jamesh.greendog
    "Lots of kids around, but you wouldn’t know. There quiet and well behaved. There are no buses so you must drive kids to school or let them walk/bike to school."
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  • Trulia User
    "Always easy. There is quick access to multiple freeways, train, bus, walking distance to many things"
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  • Trulia User
    "Neighborhoods and houses in this area are neat and clean and each is unique. Love to walk around and see all the creativity."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a real neighborhood. No transient renter population. People watch out for one and others person and home."
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  • Trulia User
    "Carlsbad is Changing, it’s becoming different than it use to be. The demographics are changing Carlsbad."
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  • Matt R.
    "I love older carlsbad I owned a home here for 20 plus years and lived here 36 years. my kids graduated high school here and my husband spent his whole life here. carlsbad has a old beach charm with strong community connections. there is also a large church going community as well. "
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  • Kearstin J.
    "My commute is simple straight down el Camino or I can jump on the 5 depending on the time of day and not hit traffic "
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  • Anastasia S.
    "Perfect location because it’s so central to orange and SD airports. Easy access to the 76, overbuilt and not enough infrastructure to support it"
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  • Rachel R.
    "What I love most about this neighborhood is there are families that live here, it’s very clean and very safe."
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  • Caulbaor
    "I don’t know what kinda of events they have so far but there are some schools around which have many events "
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  • Daniel A. P.
    "Love olde Carlsbad I’ve lived here for 4 yrs and looking forward to many many more years to come. Looking to buy something in this area close to the freeway if only it wasn’t so expensive to live here "
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  • Deborah M.
    "It is great ! the I-5 and the 78 are very near. And El Camino Real is a good alt rout e when the 5 is backed up"
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  • Patty S. K.
    "Annual Christmas party, Fourth of July block party, Gardening classes at community garden end of cul-de-sac that leads to 10M library. A great of mix of age groups and pets."
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  • DP
    "I’ve lived in Carlsbad for 5 years and I love the area, the people and the culture. It’s very expensive to buy and rent but the scenery is absolutely beautiful and the shops, beaches, and dining is great too."
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  • Trulia User
    "Retired so only occasional drives to SD on freeway. Have used rail to go up to LA and down to SD. Parking downtown Carlsbad is HORRIBLE. Keeps us from venturing down there. Parking needs to be fixed ASAP."
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  • Gale Tweedy
    "Hopefully as a dog owner, respecting to not have your animals going on other neighbors property. However there are often times it can’t be helped, so always pick up your dogs deposits. There are a lot of people who walk their dogs and it is a very pet friendly area. "
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  • Anastasia S.
    "I’ve lived in the neighborhood for 30 years the schools are amazing the people are even better I love this neighborhood the weather is perfect the beaches are great. The only thing that leaves to be desired is public office. Same with the police department there on the good old boy schedule so if you don’t know anybody you won’t get hired. Just let you know not that I’m looking for a job with them."
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  • CaliDreaming
    "Olde Carlsbad is one of the best coastal SoCal neighborhoods, especially for families! Mixes the Olde & the new very well with coastal weather/breezes, urban diversity/density, bike/walk/transit friendly with great suburban schools, safety & family friendly amenities. Best of both worlds quietly tucked between SD to the south, with OC & LA to the north."
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  • 2020hjack
    "Pickleball at St Michaels Episcopal church where the spirit of a community and inclusion make every game a treat. There are good players at every level and the paddle wheel makes it easy to work in the flow of games. If you like making friends, stick around for an evening bbq with a great group of people. The Carlsbad Music Festival centers at St Michaels and brings many music lovers into the center of the community. They also sponsor a Wine Festival in October that seems like a special occasion."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 22, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$5,500
Apr 19, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$5,500
Mar 1, 2023
Source: N/A
Sold
$1,316,500
Jan 31, 2023
Source: CRMLS #NDP2211652
Pending
$1,399,000
Dec 29, 2022
Source: CRMLS #NDP2211652
Listed For Sale
$1,399,000

Frequently asked questions about 3953 James Dr

  • What is 3953 James Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 3953 James Dr in Carlsbad, CA is $1,484,400.
  • What is the price history for 3953 James Dr?
    3953 James Dr in Carlsbad, CA last sold for $1,316,500 in March 2023.
  • Is Carlsbad a buyer's or seller's market?
    Carlsbad is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Carlsbad?
    The median sale price in Carlsbad is $1.53M. That is up $6.25K from the prior month.
  • Does 3953 James Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 3953 James Dr in Carlsbad, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 3953 James Dr have a garage?
    Yes, 3953 James Dr in Carlsbad, CA has a garage.

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