3985 Highland Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008
OFF MARKET

$1,959,600

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,397 sqft (on 0.41 acres)

3985 Highland Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Olde Carlsbad
Est. Refi. Payment $12,081/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Feb 24, 2025 for $1,925,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.96M
Since last month
Increased$45K (+2.4%)
Since last year
Increased$81K (+4.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$35K (+1.8%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +163% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.96M
August 2026$1.94M
July 2026$1.91M
June 2026$1.94M
May 2026$1.89M
April 2026$1.91M
March 2026$1.91M
February 2026$1.9M
January 2026$1.94M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4000 James Dr, Carlsbad, CA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$1,725,000
01/02/26
4
2.5
2,471
3975 Stella Maris Ln, Carlsbad, CA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
12/02/25
4
2.5
2,278
3989 Syme Dr, Carlsbad, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$2,100,000
05/18/26
4
2
2,263
3750 Grecourt Way, Carlsbad, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,950,000
10/10/25
4
3
2,207
1639 Tamarack Ave, Carlsbad, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,556,000
11/14/25
4
2
1,692
3740-3742 Grecourt Way, Carlsbad, CA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$1,995,000
07/10/26
4
3
2,144
4235 Harrison St, Carlsbad, CA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$2,485,000
08/17/26
3
2.5
2,539
1120 Cape Aire Ln, Carlsbad, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,810,000
12/02/25
5
3
2,064
3964 Scott Dr, Carlsbad, CA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$2,021,000
03/02/26
4
2
1,861
3880 Adams St, Carlsbad, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,550,000
09/03/26
4
2
1,826

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1350 Chinquapin Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92008
0.03
$2,525,500
4
4
3,783
Off Market
3975 Highland Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008
0.02
$1,893,000
3
2.5
2,277
Off Market
1313 Chinquapin Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92008
0.07
$2,975,400
4
3.5
3,684
Off Market
3970 Highland Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008
0.03
$3,119,400
4
4.5
3,691
Off Market
3975 Stella Maris Ln, Carlsbad, CA 92008
0.07
$1,600,000
4
2.5
2,278
Recently Sold
3932-34 Syme Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008
0.06
$3,026,300
6
3.5
3,058
Off Market
4000 Highland Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008
0.06
$2,737,100
4
3.5
3,548
Off Market
4005 Royal Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008
0.10
$1,301,700
3
2
1,473
Off Market
1490 Tara Ct, Carlsbad, CA 92008
0.10
$2,385,800
4
3
3,031
Off Market
3989 Syme Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008
0.13
$2,100,000
4
2
2,263
Recently Sold
4030 Syme Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008
0.14
$1,460,000
3
2
1,452
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1956
0.41 acre lot
2,397 sqft
$818/sqft
Garage

About this House

NEVER been on the market! Discover a unique investment opportunity suitable for a variety of development projects. Situated close to sought after schools both public and private, about 1/2 mile to the highway, a mile to the beach and Carlsbad Sea Wall Trail. Gentle sloping lot with mature fruit trees and honey bees, on .41 acres with beautiful ocean views. Whether you are looking to build a residential masterpiece, perform a lot split or build a small development under SB9, this property provides the perfect canvas for your vision. With the outstanding location, the possibilities are only limited by your imagination! This prime piece of real estate offers endless possibilities.
3985 Highland Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,397 sqft single-family home in Olde Carlsbad, built in 1956. It last sold for $1,925,000 on Feb 24, 2025 (4% below the $2,000,013 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,959,600, with a rent estimate of $7,450/month.
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Gamble Fechtor DRE #01258300, (760) 650-5944
California Republic Realty
Bought with: Gamble Fechtor DRE #01258300, (760) 650-5944, California Republic Realty
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Source: SDMLS, MLS#240012353

Home Details for 3985 Highland Dr

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2397 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Pool/Spa/Equipment, Free Standing RangeLaundry: Electric,Gas
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air UnitAir Conditioning: N/KHeating Fuel: Forced Air Unit
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: FP in Family Room
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: 1 Story
View
Has a ViewView: Panoramic Ocean, City Lights

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Composition AsphaltFencing: Full
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 4Number of Covered Spaces: 4Has a GarageParking Spaces: 8Parking: Detached
Pool
Pool: Below Ground
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Sewer Connected

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1956
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Stucco

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $2,000,013
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Jan 22 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: SOLD

Location

Direction & Address
City: CarlsbadCommunity: CARLSBAD WEST
School Information
Elementary School District: Carlsbad Unified School DistrictJr High / Middle School District: Carlsbad Unified School DistrictHigh School District: Carlsbad Unified School District

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2397 Square Feet

HOA

Association for this Listing: SDMLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.41 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Call Agent

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 240012353Water ViewWater View: Panoramic OceanShowing Service Name: None

Additional Information

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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 24, 2025
Source: SDMLS #240012353
Sold
$1,925,000
Jan 23, 2025
Source: SDMLS #240012353
Pending
$2,000,013
Nov 21, 2024
Source: SDMLS #240012353
PriceChange
$2,000,013
Price decreased by 17%
Jun 21, 2024
Source: SDMLS #240012353
Listed For Sale
$2,400,000

Market trends in Carlsbad

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.53M
$6.25KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.6%
Price per sq ft
$710
$4MoM
Available listings
321
46MoM

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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

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  • 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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Frequently asked questions about 3985 Highland Dr

  • What is 3985 Highland Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 3985 Highland Dr in Carlsbad, CA is $1,959,600.
  • What is the price history for 3985 Highland Dr?
    3985 Highland Dr in Carlsbad, CA last sold for $1,925,000 in February 2025.
  • 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 3985 Highland Dr have a pool?
    Yes, 3985 Highland Dr in Carlsbad, CA has a pool.
  • Does 3985 Highland Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 3985 Highland Dr in Carlsbad, CA has laundry facilities.

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