Coastal charmer on a corner lot in the gated community of Water’s End. Turn key beauty sun drenched with natural light & a comfortable open floor plan. Spacious kitchen with new stainless appliances & a butler’s pantry with a wine refrigerator, hardwood floors, master with a jetted tub & private deck, electric car charger & a great yard with built-in BBQ, fountain & an outdoor shower. Resort-like community blocks from shopping, fantastic restaurants, train station, schools & 1 block to the beach! •Gated Community ONE BLOCK FROM THE BEACH!•Rich hardwood flooring in entry, kitchen and part of family room•Formal dining room with custom chandelier & marble tile flooring•Large living room with ceiling fan & French doors to the exterior•Downstairs powder room with custom wainscoting•Open kitchen with a large center island, built-in desk, dinette area, French door to the driveway & loads of natural light. All new Kitchen Aid appliances, including a 5-burner gas stove•Butler’s pantry with extra storage cupboards & built-in Kitchen Aid wine refrigerator•Family room open to the kitchen with a wood burning fireplace, built-in entertainment center, surround sound, ceiling fan, recessed lighting & French door to the backyard•Upstairs laundry room with extra storage cupboards•Master suite with a generous custom organized walk-in closet & French doors to a private balcony with built-in shades•Master bathroom with a jetted tub, separate walk-in shower with 2 shower heads, dual sinks & a large vanity area•Full bath for secondary bedrooms with tub/shower combo & dual sinks•Custom crown molding throughout the house•Two car attached garage with electric car charger & epoxy flooring•Backyard with built-in barbecue, patio cover, relaxing fountain & outdoor shower•Walk to shopping, fantastic restaurants, train station & award-winning schools•Resort-like amenities in the community include pool, spa, tennis court, sport court, dog park, riding/walking trails & playground. Neighborhoods. ..
Single-familyProperty Type
2003Year Built
$963Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jeni Santangelo•DRE #01042023• Compass
Bought with Lorelei Nielsen•DRE #01922057• Coldwell Banker Realty
Coastal charmer on a corner lot in the gated community of Water’s End. Turn key beauty sun drenched with natural light & a comfortable open floor plan. Spacious kitchen with new stainless appliances & a butler’s pantry with a wine refrigerator, hardwood floors, master with a jetted tub & private deck, electric car charger & a great yard with built-in BBQ, fountain & an outdoor shower. Resort-like community blocks from shopping, fantastic restaurants, train station, schools & 1 block to the beach! •Gated Community ONE BLOCK FROM THE BEACH!•Rich hardwood flooring in entry, kitchen and part of family room•Formal dining room with custom chandelier & marble tile flooring•Large living room with ceiling fan & French doors to the exterior•Downstairs powder room with custom wainscoting•Open kitchen with a large center island, built-in desk, dinette area, French door to the driveway & loads of natural light. All new Kitchen Aid appliances, including a 5-burner gas stove•Butler’s pantry with extra storage cupboards & built-in Kitchen Aid wine refrigerator•Family room open to the kitchen with a wood burning fireplace, built-in entertainment center, surround sound, ceiling fan, recessed lighting & French door to the backyard•Upstairs laundry room with extra storage cupboards•Master suite with a generous custom organized walk-in closet & French doors to a private balcony with built-in shades•Master bathroom with a jetted tub, separate walk-in shower with 2 shower heads, dual sinks & a large vanity area•Full bath for secondary bedrooms with tub/shower combo & dual sinks•Custom crown molding throughout the house•Two car attached garage with electric car charger & epoxy flooring•Backyard with built-in barbecue, patio cover, relaxing fountain & outdoor shower•Walk to shopping, fantastic restaurants, train station & award-winning schools•Resort-like amenities in the community include pool, spa, tennis court, sport court, dog park, riding/walking trails & playground. Neighborhoods...
Greater Lansing AoR #180013562
Apr 27, 2018
Sold
$1,275,000
$536/sq ft
Apr 27, 2018
Sold
$1,275,000
$536/sq ft
Apr 27, 2018
Sold
$1,275,000
$536/sq ft
Mar 20, 2018
Pending
—
Mar 18, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Mar 15, 2018
Listed
$1,275,000
$536/sq ft
Mar 15, 2018
Listed
$1,275,000
$536/sq ft
Mar 15, 2018
Listed
$1,275,000
$536/sq ft
Located in one of the most sought after gated communities in Carlsbad, this Waters End Coastal beauty is the epitome of Southern California Beach living. 1 short block to the surf & sand, this highly upgraded home is ideally located on a cul-de-sac & premium corner lot. With its endless attention to detail and stunning curb appeal, this home truly has it all! Walk to shopping, fine eateries, coaster station & sunsets at the beaches. Resort quality amenities; pool, spa, sports court. Award winning schools! Neighborhoods: WATERS END- BEACH! Complex Features: ,,,,,,, Equipment: Garage Door Opener Other Fees: 0 Sewer: Sewer Connected Topography: LL
SDMLS #110034746
Oct 1, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Aug 3, 2011
Price Changed
$775,000
$326/sq ft
Jun 15, 2011
Listed
$789,000
$332/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 12, 2004
Sold
$795,000
$334/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,249 (+3.4%)
$1,048,875 + $496,834
$1,545,709
2024
$16,688 (+0.9%)
$1,028,309 + $487,093
$1,515,402
2023
$16,533 (+1.5%)
$1,008,147 + $477,543
$1,485,690
2022
$16,290 (+12.7%)
$988,380 + $468,180
$1,456,560
2021
$14,459 (+0.6%)
$969,000 + $459,000
$1,428,000
2020
$14,367 (−5.7%)
$793,536 + $443,143
$1,236,679
2019
$15,229 (+32.3%)
$785,400 + $438,600
$1,224,000
2018
$11,515 (+1.6%)
$810,900 + $489,600
$1,300,500
2017
$11,336 (+7.0%)
$477,134 + $496,756
$973,890
2016
$10,597 (+1.5%)
$477,134 + $496,756
$973,890
2015
$10,439 (+9.3%)
$451,000 + $474,000
$925,000
2014
$9,555 (+13.2%)
$398,000 + $417,000
$815,000
2013
$8,443 (−0.2%)
$398,000 + $417,000
$815,000
2012
$8,461 (+0.2%)
$347,000 + $362,000
$709,000
2011
$8,447 (+2.7%)
$347,000 + $362,000
$709,000
2010
$8,225 (−5.3%)
$347,000 + $362,000
$709,000
2009
$8,687 (−4.4%)
$347,000 + $362,000
$709,000
2008
$9,091
$369,000 + $386,000
$755,000
Tax history for 620 Sand Shell Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,249 (+3.4%)
$1,048,875 + $496,834
$1,545,709
2024
$16,688 (+0.9%)
$1,028,309 + $487,093
$1,515,402
2023
$16,533 (+1.5%)
$1,008,147 + $477,543
$1,485,690
2022
$16,290 (+12.7%)
$988,380 + $468,180
$1,456,560
2021
$14,459 (+0.6%)
$969,000 + $459,000
$1,428,000
2020
$14,367 (−5.7%)
$793,536 + $443,143
$1,236,679
2019
$15,229 (+32.3%)
$785,400 + $438,600
$1,224,000
2018
$11,515 (+1.6%)
$810,900 + $489,600
$1,300,500
2017
$11,336 (+7.0%)
$477,134 + $496,756
$973,890
2016
$10,597 (+1.5%)
$477,134 + $496,756
$973,890
2015
$10,439 (+9.3%)
$451,000 + $474,000
$925,000
2014
$9,555 (+13.2%)
$398,000 + $417,000
$815,000
2013
$8,443 (−0.2%)
$398,000 + $417,000
$815,000
2012
$8,461 (+0.2%)
$347,000 + $362,000
$709,000
2011
$8,447 (+2.7%)
$347,000 + $362,000
$709,000
2010
$8,225 (−5.3%)
$347,000 + $362,000
$709,000
2009
$8,687 (−4.4%)
$347,000 + $362,000
$709,000
2008
$9,091
$369,000 + $386,000
$755,000
*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
4
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,177 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
2,378
Year built
2003
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
2146111800
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
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway, Garage, Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 4
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, On Upper Level
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas & Electric Range, Grill, Ice Maker, Self Cleaning Oven, Gas Cooking
Has Appliances
Formal Dining Room
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, All Bedrooms Up, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Walk-In Closet
Fireplace Information
Family Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Carpet, Tile, Wood
Heating Information
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Has Heating
Interior Features
Entry Location: 1
Levels: Two
Spa Features: Community
Has Spa
Exterior
Exterior Information
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Partial, Excellent Condition
Has Fence
Construction Materials: Stucco
Exterior Features
Pool Features: Community Pool
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Property Information
Parcel Number: 2146111800
Total # of Stories: 2
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Mello-Roos
Location
Homeowners Association
Is Part of Association
Association Name: Walters Management
Association Fee: $210
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Location Information
Latitude: 33.10313500
Longitude: -117.31552900
Other Subdivision Name: Carlsbad South
Directions: 5 freeway to Poinsettia go west. Turn right on Avenida Encinas community gated entrance is on the left. Open 5/18 & 5/19 1:00-4:00 Cross Street: Avenida Encinas and Poinsettia.
Subdivision Name: Carlsbad South
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,378
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4,177 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: 2003
County: San Diego County
APN: 2146111800
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 54
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 54
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Jeni
List Agent Last Name: Santangelo
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Compass
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Lorelei
Buyer Agent Last Name: Nielsen
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Coldwell Banker Res Brokerage
Around this home
Schools
Pacific Rim Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
Aviara Oaks Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
7/10
Carlsbad High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
9/10
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