La Costa Real Estate, Homes, Condos and Townhomes
Welcome to your guide to La Costa Real Estate and Homes in this active Carlsbad, California community. As La Costa Realtors and residents, we are very knowledgeable about La Costa neighborhoods, schools, golf, tennis, soccer and recreational opportunities.
La Costa is a beach-close residential community that is on the southern coastal end of Carlsbad, California. La Costa is conveniently located just 35 miles from downtown San Diego (and the airport) to the south, 30 miles from Orange County to the north, 85 miles from Los Angeles and less than an hour from the beaches of Baja, Mexico. Surrounded by scenic rolling hills, many La Costa homes offer ocean and mountain vistas as well as breathtaking views of the La Costa Resort, Spa and Golf Course.
For home buying, there is a broad selection of luxury homes, condos, town homes that should appeal to anyone seeking a home close to Carlsbad and Encinitas beaches, great neighborhood schools, and numerous recreational opportunities. There are older homes in La Costa, including those in the old Rancho La Costa, Alga Hills, La Costa Hills, Meadowood, and the La Costa Heights area–as well as newer homes in the following more recently developed Carlsbad neighborhoods. Feel free to search the La Costa MLS to see all currently-available homes that are listed for sale.
La Costa Valley
La Costa Oaks
La Costa Ridge
La Costa Greens
Santa Fe Trails
Carlsbad Ranch
La Costa Glen Retirement Community
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La Costa Schools
Many people, including some out of area real estate professionals, are confused about the school districts serving the residents of La Costa. There are three distinct school districts serving the La Costa area, and district lines are very clearly drawn.
The three districts are the Carlsbad Unified School District, the San Marcos Unified School District and the combined San Dieguito Union High School District and Encinitas Union School District for elementary schools. Before choosing which La Costa home to purchase or lease, you may wish to check with the district offices to determine which schools serve the home you are considering.
Alternatively, you may wish to call La Costa Realtors and real estate professionals Mike or Roberta Murphy at 760-402-9101/9102. We are very knowledgeable about critical school district borders. It is very difficult for newcomers (and even some Realtors) to understand the intricacies of these district lines–and interdistrict transfers between them are not always possible. For example, most homes off Alga are in the San Marcos School District (except for El Pato Court and homes off Estrella de Mar, which are served by the Carlsbad School District and the Aviara Oaks schools). South La Costa homes that are accessible off La Costa Avenue, however, are served by the San Dieguito and Encinitas Union High School Districts.
If school district issues are important considerations, you may wish to consider which La Costa neighborhoods are served by the school district of your choice.
La Costa Golf, Tennis and Recreation
La Costa is home to the two 18-hole championship golf courses and world-class tennis courts at the legendary and recently renovated La Costa Resort and Spa. A few blocks to the west is the magnificent Aviara Resort Golf Course, where every hole is a photographer’s dream, and to the east is Lake San Marcos Golf and Country Club with its championship and executive golf courses. Also close is the public Encinitas Ranch Golf Course and the new Crossings at Carlsbad. La Costa is also home to Carlsbad’s Stagecoach Park, with its gym, basketball courts and soccer fields.
Are you thinking of vacationing in La Costa? Check out La Costa Vacation Rentals! Looking for sun, sand and surf? The western edge of La Costa is just two miles from the broad and sandy South Carlsbad State Beach–and numerous other beaches and surf spots just beyond. These beaches are enjoyed by La Costa and Carlsbad residents year round!
For additional information about La Costa, you may wish to read the following:
La Costa Luxury Estate
La Costa Resort and Spa
La Costa Golf and Resort Membership Fees
La Costa Acura Tennis Classic
South La Costa High Schools
South La Costa Elementary Schools
La Costa Hospital and Medical Care
La Costa Greens
La Costa Oaks
Some La Costa Homes for Sale (Call 877-818-8197 or email for complete or custom list):
San Diego Fireworks for 4th of July 2009
June 22nd, 2009 Categories: Coronado, La Costa, La Jolla, San Diego Activities, San Diego Beaches, San Diego Events, San Marcos
San Diego Fireworks
Carlsbad, CA–The economy may be in the tank, but that won’t stop San Diego from celebrating the 4th of July, 2009 in grand fashion. Chula Vista has again put fireworks on hold because of city budget constraints, but the rest of San Diego (thanks in great part to civic fund raising) has found a way to light up the skies with brilliant displays this Independence Day.
What is the schedule for San Diego fireworks this year? Here’s our annual and updated list:
SAN DIEGO
Coronado: Glorietta Bay and Silver Strand
July 4, 9 p.m. Day-long festivities with a parade at 10 a.m. Also watch half-marathon and rough water swim!
(619) 437-8788.
La Jolla Cove
July 4, 9 p.m. Watch the fireworks from Scripps Park, La Jolla Cove, and La Jolla Shores Beach.
(858) 454-1444
Mira Mesa Recreation Center
July 4, 9 p.m. Food, rides, games and entertainment in Mira Mesa Community Park during the day.
(858) 538-8122.
Mission Bay Yacht Club
July 4, 9 p.m. 1251 Carmel Place, West Mission Bay. Watch boat parade, too!
(858) 488-0501.
Ocean Beach Pier
July 4, 9 p.m. Ocean Blvd and Newport Avenue.
(619) 226-8613.
Mission Bay: Paradise Point Resort
July 3 at 9 p.m. with all-you-can-eat Kansas style BBQ at 6 pm
(858) 274-4630.
USS Midway: July 4: Watch Big Bay Boom fireworks from the deck of the USS Midway. $12 Adults, $7 children. Deck opens at 6 p.m.
San Diego Big Bay
July 4, 9 p.m.
(858) 751-5755.
Mission Bay: Sea World
July 3 and 4, 9:30 p.m.
(800) 25-SHAMU.
EAST COUNTY
Julian:
July 4. SR 78 and SR 79: The party starts at 10:00 am, with parade at noon. No fireworks, though, because of East County fire hazards.
Lake Murray
July 4. Music Fest all afternoon, with fireworks starting at 9:15
Ramona
July 4. Olive Pierce Middle School on Hanson Lane, Celebratins start at 5 p.m. and fireworks at 9.
Spring Valley Park
July 4, 9 p.m.
(619) 479-1832
NORTH COUNTY
Aviara Four Seasons: After dark fireworks. Sit on La Costa or Aviara hillsides and enjoy the show from both resorts
San Marcos: Bradley Park
July 4, 9 p.m. Enjoy food and music all day long.
(760) 744-9000.
Vista: Brengle Terrace Park
July 4, 9 p.m. Festivities all day long. Bring picnic basket!
(760) 726-1340, ext. 1574.
Camp Pendleton: Del Mar Beach
July 4, 9 p.m. All day activities including music, food and games.
(760) 725-2313.
Escondido: Grape Day Park
July 4, 9 p.m. Afternoon festivities, including game and food booths, music, and more.
(760) 745-1159.
Carlsbad: Legoland
July 4, 8:30 p.m. included with admission
(760) 918-LEGO.
La Costa Resort and Spa
July 4, after dark with member food and entertainment prior. Watch for free from La Costa hillsides!
760-438-911
Oceanside Pier
July 4, 9 p.m. Part of the O’Fest All-Day Carnival. Park early and party/picnic all day!
(760) 967-2005.
Poway
July 4, 9 p.m. Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Road. Free music and entertainment 10 to 4 p.m. Face painting, arts & crafts and patriotic displays at Heritage Museum. Carnival-type food, too. Cotton candy, anyone?
Ramona: Olive Pierce Middle School
July 4, 9 p.m. Grounds open at 5 p.m. for community picnic including food booths and games.
(760) 789-1311.
Rancho Bernardo
July 4, 9 p.m. in Webb Park, 11000 Avena Place. Pancake breakfast with parade that follows at 3:30.
(619) 889-8505.
Del Mar Fairgrounds
July 4, 9 p.m. included with admission. Navy Bank Southwest will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Heinekin Grandstand Stage and Smokey Robinson at 9:30 p.m.
(858) 755-1161.
Valley Center Community Center
Returns this year! Bring picnic or buy food from Lions Club. Live music and fireworks at 9. Open at 6 p.m. off Lilac Road. Free.
(760) 670-7062.
SOUTH BAY
Chula Vista: Bayside Park: Canceled again because of budget constraints.
National City: Kimball Park
July 4, 9 p.m. Carnival rides, games and yummy food booths.
(619) 336-4290.
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Vacation Rentals: Hot Spot in San Diego Real Estate?
April 19th, 2009 Categories: Carlsbad Real Estate, Del Mar Real Estate, La Costa, La Jolla
Del Mar Beach
Carlsbad, CA–With the sour economy and drug-inspired violence and kidnappings in Mexico, more and more Americans are opting for vacations on home soil.
They like the clean beaches of Del Mar, La Jolla, Encinitas, Carlsbad and Oceanside. They love the lush golf courses at Torrey Pines, La Costa and Aviara. Then there’s the San Diego Zoo, Sea World, Wild Animal Park, Museums and Legoland–to name just a few of San Diego County’s attractions.
In addition to our ongoing San Diego Real estate practice, we also manage vacation rentals and are seeing strong reservation activity in this segment of our business. Our oceanfront unit at Del Mar Beach Club stays booked almost all the time. San Diego vacationers from all over are stunned by the ocean views and love being so close to the Del Mar Race Track, local restaurants and and activities. The condos at the La Costa Chateaus are also staying booked most of the time–and we’ve just added another 2-bedroom Del Mar condo that will be available for summer bookings.
Friends with an oceanfront unit at Oceanside’s North Coast Village also report strong vacation rental activity.
Mike and I chat with a number of these visitors, and find that many return to San Diego each year and wouldn’t consider going any place else. Another group might have traditionally gone to Mexico or Europe for vacations, but have decided to play it safe and vacation in the United States instead. They are saving money–and their sense of security.
A number of local parents we know urged their college kids to take spring break at home in San Diego–and compromises were reached with trips to Palm Springs, Big Bear, Mammoth–or cruises where partying could be contained.
None went to Mexico this year–nor will they until Mexican drug violence and kidnappings are under control.
In the meantime, the vacation rental niche in the San Diego real estate market seems to be holding its own–if not actually thriving. This will be a segment of the market to watch in the coming months.
–by Roberta Murphy
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La Costa Custom Home: Walk to Golf Course
March 28th, 2009 Categories: At Home in Aviara, Carlsbad Real Estate, Featured San Diego Homes, Golf Courses, La Costa
La Costa Custom Home
With the arrival of spring, phones will soon start ringing from buyers in Scottsdale, Las Vegas, Palm Springs and other desert areas. Fearing and knowing the summer heat, they long for a coastal home in San Diego County.
Typically, these desert buyers are seeking either a beach-close condo that offers ocean breezes and nearby golf or tennis–or a 3000 + square foot single story home with a pool and room for entertaining family and friends.
The neighborhoods around La Costa and Carlsbad are a perennial favorite, partially because of La Costa’s and Aviara’s excellent golf, but also because of La Costa’s close proximity to Carlsbad and Encinitas beaches.
We have just listed a fabulous 4000 square foot single story La Costa home with pool, gourmet kitchen finished with granite and custom teak cabinetry, magnificent master suite with office and exercise room–and a separate guest wing with 4 bedrooms and a separate entry. Located at 2016 Caracol Court off Estrella De Mar, this custom masterpiece has a 3-car garage, one of which is limousine-length. This classic La Costa home has had more than a facelift; its plumbing, electrical, heating and cooling systems have also been redone. It is also within walking distance of La Costa Resort and Spa.
Random interior features include bidet, spa tub, extensive use of glass bricks, copious storage and new dual-paned windows. Exterior hardscaping is expansive and has been recently refinished. La Costa’s Signature Golf membership is also being offered for sale by owner–or as part of purchase package.
Priced at $1.1 to 1.2 million. For an appointment to see this La Costa home, call Mike or Roberta Murphy at 760-402-9101/9102 or 877-818-8197
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Great News for San Diego Real Estate Investors
March 15th, 2009 Categories: Carlsbad Real Estate, Del Mar Real Estate, La Costa, San Diego Real Estate
San Diego Vacation Home Owners Celebrate
Carlsbad, CA–We may be hearing a collective sigh of relief from some San Diego real estate investors when they discover that that
owners of second homes and other real estate investments may now be able to refinance their mortgage loans if they are guaranteed or held by either FannieMae or FreddieMac–and if the current value is no more than 5% over the mortgage amount.
The key here is that the mortgage loan must be under the wings of either Fannie or Freddie.
Many real estate investors, though, have no idea whether their loans are guaranteed or owned by either. However, a call to one’s lender–or to Fannie directly at 1-800-7FANNIE–or visit their site–might provide some answers. Completing the form on Freddie Mac’s site, they will advise as to whether they are guaranteeing or holding one’s loan or not.
To qualify for this real estate refi, there may be no late payments (30 days or more) for the past 12 months. FICO and credit scores, though, are not considered–nor will private mortgage insurance start anew.
This could be a real boon for many San Diego investors and second home owners who thought only primary homes could benefit from the Fannie and Freddie refi’s. This may also be a potential Godsend for tenants who face eviction because of foreclosures–and may allow investment property owners to keep their properties–and their tenants in place.
I am already compiling a list of clients who might benefit from this opportunity and will spend the next few days digging for more information
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Mike Murphy a FIVE STAR San Diego Real Estate Agent
February 25th, 2009 Categories: Carlsbad Real Estate, La Costa, San Diego Real Estate, San Diego Relocation
Carlsbad, California–What a wonderful surprise for us all when San Diego Magazine named our own Mike Murphy as one of San Diego’s FIVE STAR Real Estate Agents!
He is now part of an elite group that comprises the top 3 percent of the licensed agents in the San Diego area. Results were tabulated from 9000 San Diego Magazine surveyed subscribers–as were the results of 400 surveys sent to San Diego mortgage and title companies.
The results were tabulated and reviewed, then sent to a blue ribbon panel of local industry experts, “which included realty company executives, professional and trade association officers and otherd directly involved in housing-related businesses
Mike Murphy lives in La Costa, in South Carlsbad and has represented clients throughout San Diego’s North County. A graduate of both St Augustine High School and San Diego State (Accounting), Mike has a long career in mortgage banking and real estate.
Mike is co-owner of San Diego Previews Real Estate and enjoys golf in his spare time. He can be reached at 760-402-9102 or 877-818-8197.
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