
1319 Knowles Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92008
1319 Knowles Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Property Description
Turnkey and beautifully refreshed, this charming coastal home, approx 1 mile to the beach, is ideally located in the heart of Olde Carlsbad and sits on an oversized elevated lot on one of the best streets. This completely remodeled home has every imaginable upgrade, plus a unique pass-through garage with dedicated office space that adds valuable versatility, providing an ideal setting for a home office, studio, gym, or creative workspace. Set on an oversized lot in highly sought-after neighborhood of Olde Carlsbad, the property boasts modern comfort, generous space, and endless potential while preserving its character and appeal. The expansive backyard provides plenty of room to create an exceptional outdoor living space and could accommodate a beautiful pool, making it ideal for relaxing and entertaining. Looking to the future, envision building a second story, guest house, or ADU to capture panoramic ocean views and breathtaking coastal sunsets, creating an elevated retreat that takes full advantage of the home's prime coastal location. Easy access to beautiful sandy beaches, scenic hiking and walking trails and water activities at the nearby lagoon. Approx 1/2 mile from Carlsbad Village, enjoy vibrant coastal lifestyle surrounded by an array of acclaimed restaurants, charming boutiques, cafes, and local shops, all set against the beautiful backdrop of Carlsbad's coastline. An exceptional opportunity to own a turnkey home on an oversized elevated parcel, offered at land value! Opportunities of this caliber rarely come on the market. Homes on similarly sized lots that have added square footage and second stories have sold, and are currently selling, in the $2.6m to $3.0m range. The seller is willing to consider a 2-1 temporary mortgage rate buydown for the buyer, subject to negotiation and mutually agreed terms.
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Comparative Market Analysis
Luxury Tier · 5 active · 5 closed
Carlsbad · Single Family Residence
Listed 11.4% below the median closed sale of $1,970,000. Price per sqft ($1,413) is a 88% premium to closed comps ($753). Luxury tier — fewer comparable sales widen the confidence range.
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Priced below the market — value advantage over the field.
Active Properties (5)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2658 Highland Drive | Carlsbad | 1931 | 3 | 2 | 1,634 | 8,500 | $1,040 | $1.70M | 25 | 73 |
| 1801 Ratcliff Road | Carlsbad | 1963 | 3 | 2 | 1,885 | 7,800 | $955 | $1.80M | 73 | 65 |
| 1816 Pointe | Carlsbad | 1986 | 3 | 2 | 1,442 | 8,189 | $1,030 | $1.49M | 70 | 64 |
| 3485 Ridgecrest | Carlsbad | 1963 | 5 | 3 | 2,840 | 10,000 | $667 | $1.90M | 22 | 50 |
| 3455 Topeka Street | Carlsbad | 1986 | 4 | 3 | 2,263 | 9,319 | $736 | $1.67M | 16 | 48 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 3.6 | 2.4 | 2,012.8 | 8,761.6 | $885.6 | $1.71M | 41.2 | |||
| Median | 1,885 | $1.70M | ||||||||
Closed Properties (5)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2537 Davis Avenue | Carlsbad | 1947 | 08/03/2026 | 4 | 2 | 2,123 | 9,000 | $1.96M | $1.93M | $907 | 0.98 | 127 | 65 |
| 2862 Highland Drive | Carlsbad | 1941 | 12/08/2025 | 3 | 2 | 2,096 | 9,619 | $1.90M | $1.66M | $792 | 0.87 | 146 | 64 |
| 1351 Forest Avenue | Carlsbad | 1988 | 06/01/2026 | 3 | 4 | 2,373 | 7,405 | $2.00M | $2.00M | $841 | 1.00 | 67 | 50 |
| 1202 Basswood Avenue | Carlsbad | 1998 | 08/19/2026 | 4 | 4 | 3,088 | 14,500 | $1.90M | $1.97M | $638 | 1.04 | 33 | 47 |
| 1300 Oak Avenue | Carlsbad | 1962 | 11/13/2025 | 7 | 5 | 3,400 | 17,987 | $2.20M | $2.00M | $588 | 0.91 | 110 | 39 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 4.2 | 3.4 | 2,616 | 11,702.2 | $1.91M | $1.91M | $753.2 | — | 96.6 | ||||
| Median | 2,373 | $1.97M | $1.97M | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.