3880 Adams St

Carlsbad, CA 92008

$1,130,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,826 Sq. Ft.
$619 / Sq. Ft.
1,826
Sq. Ft.
$619
per Sq. Ft.
Sold 12/16/25
Sold 12/16/25
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Description

Location, location, location! Amazing & rare opportunity to purchase a spectacular home close to Carlsbad Village, the sands of multiple beaches, & the Aqua Hedionda Lagoon at this price point! Contractor or handyman special--this home has been updated throughout; however, it needs someone to complete the work & carefully restore this lovely property to its full potential. Whether this becomes your primary home or an investment, this opportunity could offer incredible upside! Potential to add back...Location, location, location! Amazing & rare opportunity to purchase a spectacular home close to Carlsbad Village, the sands of multiple beaches, & the Aqua Hedionda Lagoon at this price point! Contractor or handyman special--this home has been updated throughout; however, it needs someone to complete the work & carefully restore this lovely property to its full potential. Whether this becomes your primary home or an investment, this opportunity could offer incredible upside! Potential to add back the rooftop deck & gain an ocean view from above too! Steps from shopping & dining & just a very short drive to the I-5 freeway. Newer roof, AC, furnace, electrical panel, paint, fixtures, kitchen cabinets (currently disassembled), and bathroom finishes. Enter the home through a short flight of steps & be greeted by beautiful, mature drought-tolerant landscaping, DG, & a stone walkway. This single-level home offers lots of light & great flow between the kitchen, living room, dining area, expansive family room, 3 bedrooms, & 2 full bathrooms. The low-maintenance backyard is perfect for those seeking a lock-and-go lifestyle. Lots of usable space for entertaining or converting into your dream outdoor area. The 2-car garage includes EV charging and an abundance of extra storage space. Enjoy mature lemon trees and raised vegetable garden beds on the property too! No HOA or Mello-Roos. This chance to invest some TLC in a top-notch location won't last long!

Listing Agent

  1. Lindsay Herrell

    Lindsay Herrell

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01878670

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Property Details for 3880 Adams Street

Neighborhood
Carlsbad
Community
CARLSBAD WEST
View
Other/Remarks
Zoning
R-1
Parking Garage
Garage
Garage Spaces
2.0
Area Zip
CARLSBAD (92008)
Standard Status
Closed
LISTING UPDATED: 12/16/2025 07:15 PM

Property Details for 3880 Adams Street

StatusSold
MLS #250043511
Days on Market15
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1961
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,600 SF
CountySan Diego County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Lindsay Herrell, DRE #01878670

Sold By Premier Realty Associates, Joseph Webster, DRE #02283342

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Building Information for 3880 Adams Street

Stories1Year Built1961Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,600 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,592 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,584

Property Taxes

$8

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 3880 Adams Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Coordinates: -117.334049, 33.153807
  • Latitude: 33.153807
  • Longitude: -117.334049
  • Directions: From I-5, exit Tamarack. Head east on Tamarack. Turn left on Adams. Cross Street: Tamarack.
  • MLS Area Major: Coastal North
  • Water Source: Meter on Property, Public
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Other Fees: $0
  • CFD Mello Roos Fee: $0
  • Monthly Total Fees: $0
School Information
  • Elementary School District: Carlsbad Unified School District
  • High School District: Carlsbad Unified School District
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Carlsbad Unified School District
Parking
  • Parking Features: Garage
  • Parking Total: 4.0
  • Parking Non-Garage Spaces: 2.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1826.0
  • Building Area Units: Sqft
  • Living Area: 1826
  • Living Area Units: Sqft
  • Lot Size Area: 0.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7600.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size: 7,500-10,889 SF
  • Exclusive Use Yard: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • Parcel Number: 2054301600
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Age Restrictions: N/K
  • Property Condition: Fixer, Updated/Remodeled
  • Prop Restrictions Known: None Known
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ADUYes No: No
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1961
Utilities
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Heat Source: Natural Gas
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Other/Remarks
  • Fencing: Full
  • Fireplace Features: N/K
  • Patio And Porch Features: Concrete
  • Pool Features: N/K
  • Pool Heat: N/K
  • Roof: Other/Remarks
  • Other Structures: Other/Remarks
  • Common Walls: Detached
  • Structures: Other/Remarks
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Other/Remarks
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Fireplace: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Searchable Rooms: Bedroom Entry Level, Dining Area, Family Room, Prim BR Entry Level, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Laundry, Primary Bathroom
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Flooring: None Known, Other/Remarks
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Interior Features: Other
  • Laundry Features: Other/Remarks
  • Levels: 1 Story
  • Room Type: Main Floor Bedroom, Family Room, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Laundry, Primary Bathroom
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Optional Bedrooms: 0
  • Baths Total: 2.0
Room
Room Information
  • Primary Bed Area: 12x12
  • Bed2Area: 11x10
  • Bed3Area: 12x10
  • Dining Room Area: 12x13
  • Family Room Area: 24x16
  • Kitchen Area: 16x12
  • Living Room Area: 12x13

Property History for 3880 Adams Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 16, 2025

Sold

CRMLS #250043511SD

$1,130,000—
Dec 16, 2025

Sold

CLAW #250043511SD

$1,130,000—
Dec 16, 2025

Sold

SDMLS #250043511

$1,130,000—
Dec 9, 2025

Pending

CLAW #250043511SD

—
Dec 9, 2025

Pending

SDMLS #250043511

—
Dec 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #250043511SD

—
Nov 13, 2025

Pending

CLAW #250043511SD

—
Nov 12, 2025

Pending

CRMLS #250043511SD

—
Nov 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #250043511SD

$1,199,000—
Nov 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #250043511SD

$1,199,000—
Nov 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #250043511

$1,199,000—
Mar 3, 2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #306664435

$547,500—
Dec 14, 2010

Expired

SDMLS #100062232

—
Oct 21, 2010

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #100062232

$595,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/16/2025

Sold

CRMLS #250043511SD

$1,130,000
12/16/2025

Sold

CLAW #250043511SD

$1,130,000
12/16/2025

Sold

SDMLS #250043511

$1,130,000
12/09/2025

Pending

CLAW #250043511SD

—
12/09/2025

Pending

SDMLS #250043511

—
12/01/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #250043511SD

—
11/13/2025

Pending

CLAW #250043511SD

—
11/12/2025

Pending

CRMLS #250043511SD

—
11/06/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #250043511SD

$1,199,000
11/06/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #250043511SD

$1,199,000
11/06/2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #250043511

$1,199,000
03/03/2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #306664435

$547,500
12/14/2010

Expired

SDMLS #100062232

—
10/21/2010

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #100062232

$595,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 3880 Adams Street

Taxable ValueLand$509,903Additions$191,527Total$701,430
Tax Record2025$96 ($8 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,826 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,826 SqFtLot Size7,600 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1961ZoningR-1:SINGLE FACountySAN DIEGOAPN205-430-16-00

Schools near 3880 Adams Street

This home is within Carlsbad Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Magnolia Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Valley Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Carlsbad High School
Public - 9 to 12
Sage Creek High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Magnolia Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Valley Middle School
Public6 to 8

Carlsbad High School
Public9 to 12

Sage Creek High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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