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Carlsbad Homes for Sale in La Costa Meadowridge in La Costa, Carlsbad, California 92009

La Costa Meadowridge - Carlsbad Homes for Sale in La Costa 

La Costa Meadowridge Homes in Carlsbad California

Buyers in the Carlsbad real estate market have lots of options, it is pretty competitive in the under $500K price range. Buyers who are interested in condos and townhomes in La Costa may find the units at La Costa Meadowridge in the eastern side of La Costa near the San Marcos line appealing, given the proximity to amenities and the beaches, overall look and feel, pricing and size.

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La Costa and Carlsbad Area Amenities

Shopping options abound just a few miles away along El Camino Real in Carlsbad or in San Marcos along San Marcos Boulevard. Golf enthusiasts will enjoy La Costa Resort and Spa, the Four Seasons Aviara Resort or the newest municipal golf course at The Crossings of Carlsbad.

There are plentiful dining options both in San Marcos (especially Restaurant Row - my fave is the Market St. Cafe) and along El Camino Real. And of course the beautiful Carlsbad and Encinitas beaches are only 15 minutes away. You can also enjoy the walking trails along the Batiquitos Lagoon in Aviara, Legoland, The Flower Fields, and other tourist attractions.

 The Carlsbad beaches are just 15 minutes away

La Costa Meadowridge Homes

La Costa Meadowridge homes are attached condos and townhomes, with attached garages and small patios (for downstairs and townhome units). There are 350 homes that were built in 8 phases beginning in the early 1980. Homeowners have easy access to two swimming pools with hot tubs and several tennis courts. There are multiple floor plans with living space ranging from 1135 to 1791 SF with 2 or 3 bedrooms and 2 - 3 (total) baths.

There are not many homes that come on the market, at least in recent times, but current pricing and sales in 2010 range from the mid $200,000s to the high $300,000s. 

Children attend the San Marcos Unified School District. HOA fees are in the $269 to $309 range but should be verified during the purchase process.

Enjoy a stroll or shopping in downtown Carlsbad Village 

La Costa Meadowridge Home Owners' Association 

The La Costa Meadowridge HOA manages the property, including the bills and making improvements. There are regular board meetings to review the operation, budget, issues and concerns, and more. Check out the La Costa Meadowridge HOA on-line to view the CC & Rs, condo plans, bylaws, and more.

 

READ MORE:  Carlsbad Real Estate Market Report for March 2010  

The homes at La Costa Meadowridge provide an excellent opportunity for Carlsbad buyers seeking good-sized homes under $400K in the La Costa area. Feel free to contact me for more information, or start your search below (link is after the Virtual Tour)

 


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La Costa Meadowridge - An Attached Condominium Complex in La Costa, Carlsbad, CA

 Views of La Costa Meadowridge in CarlsbadOn the east side of Carlsbad, just a short hop from the San Marcos border, is a pleasant, tree-lined community on rolling hills called La Costa Meadowridge. Obviously the name is a dead give-away that this neighborhood is located in the La Costa area of Carlsbad, perhaps a 15 or 20 minute drive to the Carlsbad and Encinitas beaches.

La Costa Meadowridge is a complex of attached condominiums built in 1985 and 1986, many with views of the surrounding common areas, trees and hills, and arranged in small enclaves, some with cul-de-sacs. These homes range in size from around 1100 SF up to a bit over 1700 SF with either 2 or 3 bedrooms and 2 or 2.5 baths.

Some units include 1 or more fireplaces. While there are a number of primary homeowners, some units are second homes and investment properties. Some owners have upgraded their units. Be aware that some units border Alga Road so there may be some noise, as this is a major thoroughfare heading east and west.

  

Parking includes 1 or 2-car attached garages; those with 1 garage have an additional parking space. Residents pay HOA fees ranging from around $250 to $280 per month which includes maintenance, insurance, water and sewer (but it is always smart to check with the HOA documents to be sure what is covered in your fees). There are no Mello Roos fees.

This Carlsbad residential complex includes tennis courts, pools, recreation areas, spa, BBQ and sauna. There are some pet restrictions as well (check the condo documents). Children in this neighborhood attend the San Marcos Unified School District.

 Currently (June 2007) there are 6 homes for sale in La Costa Meadowridge, ranging in price from $365,000 up to $575,000, with 2 or 3 bedrooms, and 2 or 2.5 baths. Living space ranges from 1135 SF to 1717 SF. Three homes are currently pending, and 17 have sold in the last 6 months at an average price of $405,941. Average marketing time as of June 2007 is 83 days, and homes are selling at an average of 98% of asking price.

La Costa Meadowridge is conveniently located off two major roads, Alga (which runs west toward the beaches) and Rancho Santa Fe Road, running north and south from Encinitas to San Marcos. You are also within a 15 minute drive of the major shopping areas of San Marcos and south Carlsbad. If you are a golfer there is a public range within 10 minutes drive at Lake San Marcos (another residential community) off Rancho Santa Fe Road.

If I can provide more information about this Carlsbad community, market conditions, or nearby amenities, or otherwise assist in your home search, please contact me at (760) 840-1360 or you mail email me at JDowler@remax.net.

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