Welcome to your perfect getaway in the prestigious Omni Resort community! This beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath condo offers the ultimate resort lifestyle, just steps from the world-class Omni Resort, golf course, tennis courts, and top-tier shopping and fitness centers. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence, a vacation home, or an investment property, this home has it all. Rare Investment Opportunity: This is one of the few properties in the area that allows SHORT-TERM VACATION RENTALS, making it a rare gem for investors or those looking to capitalize on the booming vacation rental market. The property is listed as a 1-bedroom, but the City of Carlsbad recognizes it as a 2-bedroom on VRBO, maximizing your rental potential. Enjoy low-maintenance flooring, crown molding, and a fully updated kitchen with a breakfast bar. The bathrooms are modern, and the furniture is negotiable, offering you even more flexibility. This rare opportunity combines luxury living with investment potential, all within a resort-style community. Don't miss out!
CondoProperty Type
1970Year Built
$969Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Natalya Kulik•DRE #01903247• Nightingale Realty
•858-956-4032 (agent)
•natalya@kulikrealty.com (agent)
Bought with Michelle O'Neill•DRE #02120120• eXp Realty of Southern CA
Single level unit on the bottom floor. Has a full bathroom in the primary bedroom and a powder room in the main living area. The unit does not have any laundry hookups.
6 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Gigi Grant
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 2003 Costa Del Mar Rd #653
Date
Event
Price
SDMLS #240022482
Dec 3, 2024
Sold
$785,000
$992/sq ft
Oct 31, 2024
Pending
—
Oct 17, 2024
Price Changed
$818,000
$1,034/sq ft
Sep 20, 2024
Listed
$819,000
$1,035/sq ft
SDMLS #210001081
Feb 22, 2021
Sold
$542,000
$685/sq ft
Jan 24, 2021
Pending
—
Jan 14, 2021
Listed
$574,000
$726/sq ft
+19
Rare investment opportunity inside a world class resort that currently allows SHORT-TERM VACATION RENTALS! You can live here full-time, use as a vacation home or rental. Completely remodeled home with 2 functioning bedrooms (shows as 1 bedroom, however City of Carlsbad counts this unit as a 2 bedroom on VRBO) Gorgeous, low maintenance flooring, crown moulding, updated bathrooms, kitchen with breakfast bar. Furniture is negotiable.
CRMLS #140008574
Jun 13, 2014
Sold
$285,000
$360/sq ft
Jun 13, 2014
Sold
$285,000
$360/sq ft
May 21, 2014
Pending
—
Feb 15, 2014
Listed
$295,000
$373/sq ft
Feb 15, 2014
Listed
$295,000
$373/sq ft
BRAND new paint and carpet. Great investment opportunity inside the gates of La Costa Resort & Spa! A ground floor Chateau studio in the Balboa building. Large private patio for entertaining with lush greenery and park like views. Condos in this building do not become available often! Fantastic vacation home or rental property. Neighborhoods: La Costa Resort & Spa Equipment: Range/Oven Other Fees: 0 Sewer: Sewer Connected Topography: LL
CRMLS #11017218
Mar 19, 2002
Sold
$175,000
$221/sq ft
Sep 16, 2001
Listed
$194,500
$246/sq ft
SDMLS #981020813
Nov 12, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Nov 11, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Nov 11, 1998
Listed
$1,250
$2/sq ft
Nov 11, 1998
Listed
$1,250
$2/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 1, 1980
Sold
$175,000
$221/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,080 (+36.3%)
$457,547 + $343,152
$800,699
2024
$6,662 (+1.4%)
$448,576 + $336,424
$785,000
2023
$6,571 (+2.1%)
$328,673 + $246,499
$575,172
2022
$6,435 (+63.0%)
$322,229 + $241,666
$563,895
2021
$3,949 (+1.5%)
$315,911 + $236,928
$552,839
2020
$3,891 (+1.7%)
$184,435 + $138,323
$322,758
2019
$3,827 (+4.0%)
$182,544 + $136,905
$319,449
2018
$3,680 (+1.5%)
$178,965 + $134,221
$313,186
2017
$3,624 (+3.8%)
$172,016 + $129,010
$301,026
2016
$3,492 (+1.3%)
$172,016 + $129,010
$301,026
2015
$3,448 (+34.0%)
$168,644 + $126,481
$295,125
2014
$2,574 (+1.1%)
$120,510 + $90,382
$210,892
2013
$2,545 (+3.4%)
$120,510 + $90,382
$210,892
2012
$2,463 (+0.2%)
$119,966 + $89,974
$209,940
2011
$2,458 (+3.3%)
$115,306 + $86,477
$201,783
2010
$2,379 (+1.0%)
$115,306 + $86,477
$201,783
2009
$2,356 (+2.9%)
$114,445 + $85,831
$200,276
2008
$2,290
$114,717 + $86,035
$200,752
Tax history for 2003 Costa Del Mar Rd #653
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,080 (+36.3%)
$457,547 + $343,152
$800,699
2024
$6,662 (+1.4%)
$448,576 + $336,424
$785,000
2023
$6,571 (+2.1%)
$328,673 + $246,499
$575,172
2022
$6,435 (+63.0%)
$322,229 + $241,666
$563,895
2021
$3,949 (+1.5%)
$315,911 + $236,928
$552,839
2020
$3,891 (+1.7%)
$184,435 + $138,323
$322,758
2019
$3,827 (+4.0%)
$182,544 + $136,905
$319,449
2018
$3,680 (+1.5%)
$178,965 + $134,221
$313,186
2017
$3,624 (+3.8%)
$172,016 + $129,010
$301,026
2016
$3,492 (+1.3%)
$172,016 + $129,010
$301,026
2015
$3,448 (+34.0%)
$168,644 + $126,481
$295,125
2014
$2,574 (+1.1%)
$120,510 + $90,382
$210,892
2013
$2,545 (+3.4%)
$120,510 + $90,382
$210,892
2012
$2,463 (+0.2%)
$119,966 + $89,974
$209,940
2011
$2,458 (+3.3%)
$115,306 + $86,477
$201,783
2010
$2,379 (+1.0%)
$115,306 + $86,477
$201,783
2009
$2,356 (+2.9%)
$114,445 + $85,831
$200,276
2008
$2,290
$114,717 + $86,035
$200,752
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
1
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
791
Year built
1970
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
San Diego County
APN
2162100303
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
RD-M
Residential Density-Multiple Zone
The intent and purpose of the RD-M residential density-multiple zone is to: Implement the R-8 (Residential 4-8 du/ac), R-15 (Residential 8-15 du/ac) and R-23 (Residential 15-23 du/ac) land use designations of the Carlsbad general plan; and Provide regulations and standards for the development of residential dwellings and other permitted or conditionally permitted uses as specified in this chapter.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Housing-Mobile home park
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Assigned, Underground
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Electric
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Electric Oven, Freezer, Electric Cooktop
Exterior
Pool Information
Pool Features: In Ground, Community
Has Spa/Hot Tub
Building Information
Entry Level: 1
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Stucco
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Condominium
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: All Other Attached
Lot Information
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Sewer Connected
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Amenities: Insurance, Trash
Association Fee: $500
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $500
Association Fee Includes: Sewer, Water, Pest Control, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure
Location Information
Subdivision Name: LA COSTA
Community Information
Community Features: Pool
Building Name: Omni La Costa Resort
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 791
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: 1970
County: San Diego County
APN: 2162100303
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
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