Welcome to one of the most beautiful beach homes located in the gated community of Waters End. This home offers the largest floor plan with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, plus a large additional loft. This home features a gourmet kitchen with an island and pantry, a large master retreat, an upstairs laundry room, and full bathroom and bedroom on the first floor. Relax at home in your south-facing backyard and enjoy the beach life at its finest. [Supplement]: This beautiful beach home is located in Waters End, one of the best private and gated communities in Carlsbad. This community is walking distance to the beach, the Coaster Station, shopping, restaurants, and more. Waters End resides within the prestigious award-winning Carlsbad Unified School District. Waters End offers exceptional resort-like community facilities including a luxurious pool, spa, playground, large grassy areas, a basketball and sports court, and BBQ areas great for entertaining. This coastal neighborhood has a storybook magic and charm feel to it, making your dreams come true. Paradise found at this private and welcoming beach community of Waters End.
Single-familyProperty Type
2003Year Built
$748Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Mark Browne•DRE #01430864• Seaside Executives
Bought with Ryan Ahearn•DRE #01878842• Keller Williams La Jolla
GREAT LOCATION, SQUARE FOOTAGE & PRICE! WALKING DISTANCE TO SOUTH CARLSBAD STATE BEACH, THIS ALMOST NEW HOME HAS IT ALL! FOUR BEDROOMS, PLUS LARGE LOFT/BONUS ROOM, BUILT BY 2004 BUILDER OF THE YEAR JOHN LAING, IN A GATED COMMUNITY WEST OF I-5. MANY BUILDER UPGRADES. PLEASE SEE SUPPLEMENT. [Supplement]: SEA HOUSE AT WATERS END, COASTLINE MODEL, RESIDENCE THREE. THIS 2003 HOME BY THE SEA BOASTS ELEGANT INTERIORS, LUXURY AND COMFORT ALL WHILE BEING WITHIN WALING DISTANCE FROM SOUTH CARLSBAD STATE BEACH. UPGRADES INCLUDE: FULL STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCE PACKAGE, INCLUDING A STAINLESS STEEL KITCHEN SINK, UPGRADED TILE IN KITCHEN AND BATHROOMS, CORIAN GRANITE AND UPGRADED COUNTERTOP TILES, CUSTOM WINDOW TREATMENTS THROUGHOUT ENTIRE HOUSE, CUSTOM LANDSCAPING WITH COMPUTERIZED SPRINKLER SYSTEM, CUSTOM PATIO DECKS WITH STAMPED CONCRETE AND EPOXY COATED GARAGE FLOORS. Buyer to verify square footage, room dimensions, HOA coverage/documents and any applicable assements, including Mello-roos prior to COE.
SDMLS #41047020
Sep 21, 2004
Listing Removed
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Sep 21, 2004
Listing Removed
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Jul 30, 2004
Listed
$920,000
$307/sq ft
Jul 30, 2004
Listed
$920,000
$307/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,656 (+3.3%)
$828,060 + $574,121
$1,402,181
2024
$15,149 (+0.5%)
$811,824 + $562,864
$1,374,688
2023
$15,075 (+1.5%)
$795,906 + $551,828
$1,347,734
2022
$14,854 (+0.2%)
$780,300 + $541,008
$1,321,308
2021
$14,824 (+14.6%)
$765,000 + $530,400
$1,295,400
2020
$12,932 (+1.7%)
$750,000 + $520,000
$1,270,000
2019
$12,713 (+4.1%)
$461,458 + $632,050
$1,093,508
2018
$12,210 (+1.6%)
$452,410 + $619,657
$1,072,067
2017
$12,022 (+5.8%)
$434,844 + $595,596
$1,030,440
2016
$11,358 (+5.4%)
$434,844 + $595,596
$1,030,440
2015
$10,781 (+7.8%)
$416,000 + $574,000
$990,000
2014
$10,005 (+12.4%)
$358,000 + $492,000
$850,000
2013
$8,905 (−0.2%)
$358,000 + $492,000
$850,000
2012
$8,924 (+0.2%)
$314,000 + $431,000
$745,000
2011
$8,909 (+2.7%)
$314,000 + $431,000
$745,000
2010
$8,674 (−4.7%)
$314,000 + $431,000
$745,000
2009
$9,103 (−4.5%)
$314,000 + $431,000
$745,000
2008
$9,528
$332,000 + $456,000
$788,000
Tax history for 641 Sand Shell Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,656 (+3.3%)
$828,060 + $574,121
$1,402,181
2024
$15,149 (+0.5%)
$811,824 + $562,864
$1,374,688
2023
$15,075 (+1.5%)
$795,906 + $551,828
$1,347,734
2022
$14,854 (+0.2%)
$780,300 + $541,008
$1,321,308
2021
$14,824 (+14.6%)
$765,000 + $530,400
$1,295,400
2020
$12,932 (+1.7%)
$750,000 + $520,000
$1,270,000
2019
$12,713 (+4.1%)
$461,458 + $632,050
$1,093,508
2018
$12,210 (+1.6%)
$452,410 + $619,657
$1,072,067
2017
$12,022 (+5.8%)
$434,844 + $595,596
$1,030,440
2016
$11,358 (+5.4%)
$434,844 + $595,596
$1,030,440
2015
$10,781 (+7.8%)
$416,000 + $574,000
$990,000
2014
$10,005 (+12.4%)
$358,000 + $492,000
$850,000
2013
$8,905 (−0.2%)
$358,000 + $492,000
$850,000
2012
$8,924 (+0.2%)
$314,000 + $431,000
$745,000
2011
$8,909 (+2.7%)
$314,000 + $431,000
$745,000
2010
$8,674 (−4.7%)
$314,000 + $431,000
$745,000
2009
$9,103 (−4.5%)
$314,000 + $431,000
$745,000
2008
$9,528
$332,000 + $456,000
$788,000
*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
4,930 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
3,014
Year built
2003
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
2146111000
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
Carport Attached, Driveway, Garage Door Opener
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 4
Interior
Laundry Information
None, Gas Dryer Hookup
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave
Has Appliances
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Fireplace Information
Fire Pit
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Carpet
Heating Information
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Interior Features
Levels: Two
Exterior
Exterior Information
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Partial
Has Fence
Construction Materials: Stucco
Exterior Features
Pool Features: Community Pool
Has Sprinklers
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Lot-Level/Flat, Sprinklers Timer
Property Information
Parcel Number: 2146111000
Total # of Stories: 2
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Mello-Roos
Location
Homeowners Association
Is Part of Association
Association Name: Waters End HOA
Association Fee: $210
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
School Information
High School District: Other
Location Information
Latitude: 33.10298000
Longitude: -117.31437500
Other Subdivision Name: Carlsbad West
Directions: [Cross Street(s)]: Waters End Dr
Subdivision Name: Other (OTHR)
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,014
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4,930 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: 2003
County: San Diego County
APN: 2146111000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 86
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 86
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Mark
List Agent Last Name: Browne
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Seaside Executives
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Ryan
Buyer Agent Last Name: Ahearn
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Keller Williams La Jolla
Around this home
Schools
Pacific Rim Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
10/10
Aviara Oaks Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
7/10
Carlsbad High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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