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$629,000 Coming Soon
Property Description
Welcome to your beautifully updated retreat in the heart of Carlsbad! This thoughtfully improved 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home blends comfort, style, and coastal charm in one of North County's most desirable communities. Step inside to discover a bright, refreshed interior featuring new paint throughout, elegant Coretec luxury vinyl plank flooring, and stylish new light fixtures that elevate every space. Brand-new interior doors and frames add a crisp, modern finish, while updated ceiling fans enhance comfort year-round. The inviting living and dining areas flow seamlessly into the kitchen, where a new kitchen faucet complements the home's many tasteful upgrades including granite counters. Both bathrooms have been enhanced with new Kohler toilets, and the secondary bath has been beautifully reimagined with a new tiled shower and added ceiling heater for spa-like comfort. The primary bedroom has been thoughtfully modified to include additional storage and a convenient coat closet, creating both functionality and organization without sacrificing space or style. A second modified/enlarged bedroom w/ organized closet and full bath provide flexibility for guests, family, or a home office. Outside, the improvements continue with new landscaping that enhances curb appeal and outdoor enjoyment. The newly widened driveway, accented with charming arched stanchions, offers both visual appeal and added convenience. The newer storage shed stays with the property. With extensive upgrades inside and out, and a prime location near Carlsbad's renowned beaches, shopping, dining, and top-rated schools, this move-in-ready home offers the very best of Southern California living. Thoughtfully improved and beautifully maintained, it's a place you'll be proud to call home.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5229 Don Valdez Dr
General
- Price: $629,000
- HOA FEE: $485/month
- Status: Coming Soon
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: NDP2601691
- Updated: 2/21/2026
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Family Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Electric
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Disposal, Gas Cooking, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside, Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Banquet Facilities, Barbecue, Billiard Room, Clubhouse, Controlled Access, Golf Course, Guard, Gym/Exercise Room, Lake or Pond, Meeting Room, Management, Pet Rules, Pool, Recreation Room, Security, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s), Maintenance Grounds, Pickleball
- Pool Description: Community, Heated, In-Ground, Private
Parking
- Carport Spaces: 2
Location
- County: San Diego
- Driving Directions: Use GPS. Entrance to the community is off of El Camino Real in between Cannon Rd and College Blvd.
School Information
- School District: Carlsbad Unified
Community
- Community Features: Suburban
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Private
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Manufactured On Land
- Roof: Asphalt, Composition, Shingle
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Entry Location: Steps to main level entry
- Stories/Levels: One
- Stories Description: One
- Square Feet: 1,440
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1979
- Year Built Source: See Remarks
Unit Information
- Units in Complex: 504
Lot Features
- Property View: None
- Lot Size (Acres): 81.88
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,566,692.8
- Zoning: R-1: SINGLE FAM-RES
- Lot Description: Landscaped
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $436.81
- Association Fee: $485
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeService, Brent Ballard
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Schools
Schools serving 5229 Don Valdez Dr
School District:Carlsbad Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hope Elementary School, Carlsbad, CA 3010 Tamarack Ave., Carlsbad, CA 92008 | K-5 | 1.6 mi |
Calavera Hills Middle School 4104 Tamarack Ave., Carlsbad, CA 92008 | 6-8 | 1.7 mi |
Carlsbad High School 3557 Monroe Street, Carlsbad, CA 92008 | 9-12 | 2.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5229 Don Valdez Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/21/2026
Listed
$629,000
14.57%
MLS
6/25/2024
Sold
$549,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 5229 Don Valdez Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,879
23%
$549,000
23%
2023
$4,781
2%
$447,244
2%
2022
$4,706
7%
$438,475
10%
2021
$4,418
121%
$400,000
116%
2020
$1,998
2%
$185,592
2%
2019
$1,961
4%
$181,954
2%
2018
$1,877
2%
$178,387
2%
2017
$1,845
4%
$174,890
2%
2016
$1,770
—
$171,462
2%
2015
$1,762
2%
$168,887
2%
2014
$1,731
—
$165,580
—
2013
$1,728
—
$164,833
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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5229 Don Valdez Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92010 (MLS# NDP2601691) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5229 Don Valdez Drive is currently listed for $629,000 and was received on February 27, 2026. Want to learn more about 5229 Don Valdez Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Carlsbad? You can browse all Carlsbad real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
