Coastal Living in Olde Carlsbad – Ocean Views & Versatile ADU! Welcome to 1448 Forest Avenue, where timeless coastal charm meets modern luxury. Perfectly positioned in the heart of Olde Carlsbad, this beautifully updated home offers sweeping ocean views and endless lifestyle possibilities—all just minutes from the beach. The main residence features 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, including a downstairs bedroom currently used as a home office. At the center of the home is a gourmet kitchen designed to impress, complete with a 10-foot island, custom cabinetry, hidden pantry, and top-of-the-line appliances. Seamless flow connects the kitchen to the formal dining room, living area with fireplace, and inviting outdoor spaces—ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, the primary suite is a true retreat with a private ocean-view deck, spa-inspired bathroom with clawfoot tub, and a spacious walk-in closet. Adding to the home’s appeal is a fully detached ADU above the 3-car garage. With high ceilings, abundant natural light, one bedroom, one full bath, and a private deck, this guest house is perfect for extended family, visitors, or rental income. The 3-car garage also includes a bonus full bathroom for extra convenience. Situated on a generous lot, this property offers room to explore future possibilities while enjoying the unbeatable location near Carlsbad’s beaches, shops, restaurants, and top-rated schools. This is more than a home—it’s a coastal lifestyle opportunity you won’t want to miss.
Sold for $2,525,000 on 10/23/25
$2,525,000
1448 Forest Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92008
5beds
3,326sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
0.33 Acres Lot
$2,480,400 Zestimate®
$759/sqft
$7,291 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 23, 2025 at 01:44pm
Listed by:
Nick Atkin DRE #01880701 nick@atkinhomes.com,
Atkin Homes Corp.
Bought with:
Grace Plummer, DRE #01295350
Exit Alliance Realty
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 250038125
Originating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTOR
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air Unit
Cooling
- Central Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Range, Counter Top, Gas Cooking, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Gas, Washer Hookup
Features
- Bathtub, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled Kitchen, Shower
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: FP in Living Room, Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,326
- Total interior livable area: 3,326 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 9
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Garage - Single Door, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: 2 Story
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: N/K
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Lot
- Size: 0.33 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Detached
- Parcel number: 1560523100
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
- Zoning description: R-1:SINGLE
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Turnkey,Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Meter on Property
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Carlsbad
- Subdivision: CARLSBAD WEST
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA
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Estimated market value
$2,480,400