3970 James Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Property Description

SOLD PRIOR TO ENTRY IN MLS. Located just 1 mile to the beach, this mid-century modern, 3 bed/2 bath home is practically brand new and shows like a model! The owners did a true down-to-studs renovation over the past few years with no detail left undone! Where to begin...100% new electrical including new breaker box installed, seismic upgrades added per CA code, new roof including new fascia boards and attic vents, central AC installed (powered by NEST), solar discreetly added to backside of house and completely paid for, new stucco with the addition of weep screed per new home standards, premium new construction bronze aluminum windows throughout, installed new 18’ La Cantina door off the kitchen/family room as well as a 5’ skylight. The kitchen was completely remodeled with designer cabinets, kitchen island, quartz counters, deep stainless sink, under-cabinet lighting, and premium Samsung appliances including oven/stove, dishwasher, refrigerator, washer and dryer. The primary bedroom was enlarged by 6' and all bathrooms were remodeled including new vanities, toilets, bathtub/shower glass doors, fans and lighting. Additional upgrades include extra-long porcelain wood-plank style flooring throughout the home, custom-made wooden garage door and matching front entry door, fully dimmable LED can lights installed throughout the home with attention to warm, ambient light. Completely finished garage with laundry nook and built-in storage cabinets, overhead storage added to the entire attic portion of the garage, accessible via a dropdown ladder. The backyard is just as gorgeous and inviting as the interior of the home! Exterior upgrades include tiered retaining walls which were installed in the backyard to regain approx. 12’ of backyard space. Over 5 dump trucks filled with dirt were removed from backyard and additional, amended dirt was brought in to promote yard health and new growth. Drains were installed for retaining wall and lawn which drain through the curb on to the street per code. Proper irrigation was installed to assist in watering new lawn, flowerbeds and slope. Drip irrigation used on trees and plants. Irrigation can be operated at the unit or via a mobile app. Dozens of palms, agaves, succulents and several tropical plants surround the low-maintenance property. Premium privacy fencing surrounds the backyard with high-end fencing/facing on front of house. Large cement back patio added and new front sidewalk installed. There aren't enough words to describe the beauty of this home so come see first hand what a true, first class, renovated property looks like!