Absolutely gorgeous Alga Hills home in the highly sought after La Costa community of Carlsbad! Nestled on a quiet street, curb appeal exudes from the perfectly maintained landscaping & the inviting walkway that meanders to the entry. Walk through the front door into a spacious entry and your formal living room w/ double stacked windows allowing the natural light to flood in. Take in the sight of the beautiful soaring high vaulted ceilings that flow into the adjacent formal dining room, thoughtfully set up for formal entertaining. Continue to the spacious eat-in kitchen w/ granite counters, prep-island, double ovens, extended breakfast nook & high placed windows! The spacious family room is located off the kitchen & is perfect for entertaining w/ an elegant stone fireplace, a wall of windows, & french doors to the serene backyard. Conveniently located half bath. Continue upstairs to the grand master suite w/ vaulted ceilings, picturesque windows, dual sinks & large walk-in closet. 2 additional upstairs bedrooms, full bath & loft/office round out this magnificent floor plan. When you step outside, you've stepped into your own personal paradise with an outdoor fireplace, lush landscaping, seating areas and putting green! Alga Hills offers 2 community pools, a spa, 2 tot lots and one larger park with close proximity to the beach, schools, shopping, & Omni La Costa Resort w/ easy access to the freeway - ideal for Southern California living!
Single-familyProperty Type
1992Year Built
5,947 sq ftLot Size
$744Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Alan Shafran•DRE #00969660• SRG
Bought with Clinton Selfridge•DRE #01417348• Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Bought with Candace Barry•DRE #02025117• Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
IMMACULATE ALGA HILLS HOME IN TRULY MOVE-IN CONDITION! VERY PRIVATE BACK YARD WITH SPA. PROFESSIONALLY LANDSCAPED W/ MATURE TREES. HIGHLY UPGRADED PLAN 1 W/ LOFT (XRM). GOURMET KITCHEN W ROLL OUT DRAWERS. EXTRA INSIDE STORAGE ROOM. GREAT FAMILY AREA WITH 2 POOLS & PLAYGROUND.
CRMLS #971016785
Nov 17, 1997
Sold
$275,000
$132/sq ft
Oct 23, 1997
Listed
$310,000
$149/sq ft
CONTIGENT OFFER ACCEPTED. TAKING BACK-UPS. $VRM250-310K. IMMAC. PLAN I WITH PERMITTED HOME OFFICE LOFT ADDITION. ALL KIT CABS HAVE ROLLOUT DRAWERS. LIGHTED STORAGE ROOM. PULLDN ATTIC STAIRS. ALL BEDRMS HAVE CEILIG FANS. 3 PHONE LINES. NO MELLO ROOS LOW HOA. 2 POOLS/SPAS/PLAYGRNDS. LUSH LANDSCAPE/PRIVATE YARD.
Public Records
Nov 12, 1991
Sold
$238,000
$115/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,782 (+6.0%)
$805,977 + $309,141
$1,115,118
2024
$12,056 (+2.4%)
$790,174 + $303,080
$1,093,254
2023
$11,774 (+2.0%)
$774,681 + $297,138
$1,071,819
2022
$11,541 (+109.6%)
$759,492 + $291,312
$1,050,804
2021
$5,507 (+1.4%)
$744,600 + $285,600
$1,030,200
2020
$5,433 (+0.5%)
$212,979 + $265,516
$478,495
2019
$5,409 (+2.4%)
$210,796 + $262,794
$473,590
2018
$5,281 (+1.9%)
$206,663 + $257,642
$464,305
2017
$5,183 (+1.7%)
$198,639 + $247,639
$446,278
2016
$5,098 (+2.0%)
$198,639 + $247,639
$446,278
2015
$4,997 (+2.8%)
$194,745 + $242,784
$437,529
2014
$4,859 (+2.4%)
$188,063 + $234,454
$422,517
2013
$4,747 (+1.8%)
$188,063 + $234,454
$422,517
2012
$4,665 (+1.9%)
$187,214 + $233,395
$420,609
2011
$4,578 (+4.7%)
$183,544 + $228,819
$412,363
2010
$4,375 (+0.9%)
$179,946 + $224,333
$404,279
2009
$4,336 (+2.1%)
$178,602 + $222,657
$401,259
2008
$4,246
$179,027 + $223,186
$402,213
Tax history for 2344 Terraza Ribera
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,782 (+6.0%)
$805,977 + $309,141
$1,115,118
2024
$12,056 (+2.4%)
$790,174 + $303,080
$1,093,254
2023
$11,774 (+2.0%)
$774,681 + $297,138
$1,071,819
2022
$11,541 (+109.6%)
$759,492 + $291,312
$1,050,804
2021
$5,507 (+1.4%)
$744,600 + $285,600
$1,030,200
2020
$5,433 (+0.5%)
$212,979 + $265,516
$478,495
2019
$5,409 (+2.4%)
$210,796 + $262,794
$473,590
2018
$5,281 (+1.9%)
$206,663 + $257,642
$464,305
2017
$5,183 (+1.7%)
$198,639 + $247,639
$446,278
2016
$5,098 (+2.0%)
$198,639 + $247,639
$446,278
2015
$4,997 (+2.8%)
$194,745 + $242,784
$437,529
2014
$4,859 (+2.4%)
$188,063 + $234,454
$422,517
2013
$4,747 (+1.8%)
$188,063 + $234,454
$422,517
2012
$4,665 (+1.9%)
$187,214 + $233,395
$420,609
2011
$4,578 (+4.7%)
$183,544 + $228,819
$412,363
2010
$4,375 (+0.9%)
$179,946 + $224,333
$404,279
2009
$4,336 (+2.1%)
$178,602 + $222,657
$401,259
2008
$4,246
$179,027 + $223,186
$402,213
*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
3
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,375 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1992
Sq. Ft.
2,078
Year built
1992
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
2155821800
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
Uncovered Spaces: 2
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway, Garage
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 4
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
In Garage, Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Garbage Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Microwave
Has Appliances
Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar, Breakfast Nook, Family Kitchen, Formal Dining Room, In Kitchen
Granite Counters, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Kitchen Island
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Double sinks in bath(s), Double Sinks In Master Bath, Tile Counters, Shower, Shower in Tub, Bathtub, Closet in bathroom
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
All Bedrooms Up, Bonus Room, Den, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Loft, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Office, Separate Family Room, Walk-In Closet
Fireplace Information
Family Room, Outdoors, Patio
Has Fireplace
Heating Information
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Interior Features
Built-Ins, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Recessed Lighting, Two Story Ceilings
Levels: Two
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 0
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Patio Open, Porch - Front
Has Patio
Pool Features: Community Pool
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Down Slope from Street, Front Yard, Landscaped, Lawn, Level with Street, Lot 6500-9999, Yard
Property Information
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Parcel Number: 2155821800
Total # of Stories: 2
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Sewer Assessments, Special Assessments
Utilities
Utilities Information
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units In Community: 241
Homeowners Association
Is Part of Association
Association Name: Alga Hills HOA - Prescott Companies
Association Fee: $140
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Amenities: Pets Permitted, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Spa
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lighting, Park
School Information
High School District: San Marcos Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 33.09864900
Longitude: -117.25491200
Directions: La Costa Ave to El Camino Real. Right Alga Rd. Right on Alicante Rd. Left on Paseo Candelero. Left on Grado Marbella. Right on Terraza Ribera.
Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,078
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5,375 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1992
Year Renovated: 1992
County: San Diego County
APN: 2155821800
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Carlsbad combines beautiful beaches with great neighborhoods that give it a real small-town feel. From the Village to the walkable neighborhoods, it feels like a beach community rather than a city!
Carlsbad has a great coastal feel with plenty of shopping and restaurants to choose from. The beaches are beautiful, and there's no shortage of things to do nearby, from golf courses and Legoland to hiking and paddleboarding on the lagoon. It's an...