Enjoy sunsets and peek ocean views from your private back yard view deck. A great entertaining house with a built-in gas grill and fire pit. Enjoy fresh fruit from your own trees. Plenty of cul-de-sac parking. A charming coastal neighborhood, Vista Pacifica is near it all?ocean, lagoon, shopping, restaurants, I-5, the Coaster, and fantastic Carlsbad schools. No Mello-Roos and minimal HOAs that include front yard lawn and tree maintenance, a pool, spa, tennis courts, and basic cable. Neighborhoods: Vista Pacifica Complex Features: , ,, , Equipment: Garage Door Opener, Range/Oven, Shed(s) Other Fees: 22 Sewer: Sewer Connected Topography: LL
Single-familyProperty Type
1985Year Built
4,635 sq ftLot Size
$779Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Scott Smerud•DRE #01913576• Smerud Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with Ciaran Doran•DRE #01234038• Century 21 1st Choice Realty
High ceilings in living room. Galley style kitchen. Backyard includes fruit trees and elevated deck/sitting area.
12 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Troy King
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 955 Alyssum Rd
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Jun 25, 2014
Sold
$686,000
$326/sq ft
SDMLS #140012177
Jun 26, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Jun 25, 2014
Sold
$686,000
$326/sq ft
Jun 25, 2014
Sold
$686,000
$326/sq ft
May 16, 2014
Pending
—
Apr 11, 2014
Relisted
—
Apr 1, 2014
Pending
—
Mar 7, 2014
Listed
$719,900
$342/sq ft
Mar 7, 2014
Listed
$719,900
$342/sq ft
+20
Enjoy sunsets and peek ocean views from your private back yard view deck. A great entertaining house with a built-in gas grill and fire pit. Enjoy fresh fruit from your own trees. Plenty of cul-de-sac parking. A charming coastal neighborhood, Vista Pacifica is near it all?ocean, lagoon, shopping, restaurants, I-5, the Coaster, and fantastic Carlsbad schools. No Mello-Roos and minimal HOAs that include front yard lawn and tree maintenance, a pool, spa, tennis courts, and basic cable.
Take a deep relaxing breath as you lounge on your private redwood and cedar view deck. Feel the ocean breeze while enjoying a cold beverage and watching the sunset. Tomorrow, have family and friends over for a BBQ with your built-in grill and outdoor refrigerator. The indoor floor plan has defined spaces while allowing everyone to be together. The cul-de-sac offers ample parking for everyone. As the party winds down in the evening, everyone can keep warm by the built-in gas fire pit. Everyone can enjoy peek ocean views from inside and outside. Hungry for a peach, nectarine, or plum? Need a lemon for your iced tea? An avocado to make guacamole? Or just enjoy macadamia nuts? Lucky for you, all of these trees are in your new back yard. You're surrounded by homes costing over twice the price?but you've found a much better opportunity. A charming coastal neighborhood, Vista Pacifica is near it all?ocean, lagoon, shopping, restaurants, I-5, the Coaster, and fantastic Carlsbad schools. Your next home is even more affordable with no Mello-Roos and minimal HOAs that include front yard lawn and tree maintenance, a pool, spa, tennis courts, and basic cable. The soaring vaulted ceilings are filled with warm light. The loving care given to this home is obvious. Live on a quiet cul-de-sac with friendly neighbors. There is an ample side yard for storage or a future dog run. And don't forget about the great schools. Welcome home!
Public Records
Feb 26, 1999
Sold
$308,000
$146/sq ft
CRMLS #991001475
Feb 26, 1999
Sold
$309,000
$147/sq ft
Jan 22, 1999
Listed
$319,000
$152/sq ft
WONDERFUL 4 BEDRM 2 STORY AT TOP END OF STREET WITH PEEK OCEAN VIEW FROM UPSTAIRS. THIS IMMACULATE INTERIOR FEATURES FORMAL DININGRM, FAMILYRM W/ FIREPLACE, BREAKFAST NOOK, PLANTATION SHUTTERS, WALK-IN CLOSET AND LUXURIOUS TUB IN MASTER. SECLUDED YARD, CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION. LOW HOF'S: POOL, SPA, TENNIS % MORE
Public Records
Jan 28, 1988
Sold
$193,000
$92/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 27, 1984
Sold
$155,000
$74/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,139 (+3.5%)
$417,734 + $440,014
$857,748
2024
$8,827 (+0.5%)
$409,544 + $431,387
$840,931
2023
$8,782 (+1.6%)
$401,514 + $422,929
$824,443
2022
$8,647 (+0.8%)
$393,642 + $414,637
$808,279
2021
$8,582 (+0.7%)
$385,924 + $406,507
$792,431
2020
$8,525 (+1.8%)
$378,357 + $398,537
$776,894
2019
$8,371 (+4.4%)
$374,478 + $394,451
$768,929
2018
$8,017 (+1.7%)
$367,136 + $386,717
$753,853
2017
$7,885 (+4.2%)
$352,881 + $371,701
$724,582
2016
$7,567 (+0.4%)
$352,881 + $371,701
$724,582
2015
$7,537 (+79.1%)
$345,962 + $364,413
$710,375
2014
$4,208 (+0.1%)
$191,825 + $202,055
$393,880
2013
$4,202 (+1.8%)
$191,825 + $202,055
$393,880
2012
$4,129 (+2.2%)
$190,959 + $201,142
$392,101
2011
$4,040 (+3.7%)
$187,215 + $197,199
$384,414
2010
$3,894
$183,545 + $193,333
$376,878
2009
$3,894 (+2.1%)
$182,174 + $191,889
$374,063
2008
$3,812
$182,607 + $192,345
$374,952
Tax history for 955 Alyssum Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,139 (+3.5%)
$417,734 + $440,014
$857,748
2024
$8,827 (+0.5%)
$409,544 + $431,387
$840,931
2023
$8,782 (+1.6%)
$401,514 + $422,929
$824,443
2022
$8,647 (+0.8%)
$393,642 + $414,637
$808,279
2021
$8,582 (+0.7%)
$385,924 + $406,507
$792,431
2020
$8,525 (+1.8%)
$378,357 + $398,537
$776,894
2019
$8,371 (+4.4%)
$374,478 + $394,451
$768,929
2018
$8,017 (+1.7%)
$367,136 + $386,717
$753,853
2017
$7,885 (+4.2%)
$352,881 + $371,701
$724,582
2016
$7,567 (+0.4%)
$352,881 + $371,701
$724,582
2015
$7,537 (+79.1%)
$345,962 + $364,413
$710,375
2014
$4,208 (+0.1%)
$191,825 + $202,055
$393,880
2013
$4,202 (+1.8%)
$191,825 + $202,055
$393,880
2012
$4,129 (+2.2%)
$190,959 + $201,142
$392,101
2011
$4,040 (+3.7%)
$187,215 + $197,199
$384,414
2010
$3,894
$183,545 + $193,333
$376,878
2009
$3,894 (+2.1%)
$182,174 + $191,889
$374,063
2008
$3,812
$182,607 + $192,345
$374,952
*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
4,635 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
2,104
Year built
1985
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
2144421000
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
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 4
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave
Has Appliances
Area, Formal Dining Room
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Cooling Information
See Remarks
Has Cooling
Room Information
Family Room, Great Room
Fireplace Information
Family Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Carpet, Tile
Heating Information
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Has Heating
Interior Features
Levels: Two
Spa Features: Community
Has Spa
Exterior
Exterior Information
Construction Materials: Stucco
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Slab
Has Patio
Pool Features: Heated, Community Pool, Heated with Gas
Has Sprinklers
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Sprinkler System
Property Information
Living Area Source: Public Records
Parcel Number: 2144421000
Total # of Stories: 2
Has View
Walk Score: 42
Location
Homeowners Association
Is Part of Association
Association Name: GRG Management
Association Fee: $130
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Location Information
Latitude: 33.10639700
Longitude: -117.30094600
Other Subdivision Name: Carlsbad West
Directions: I-5, Poinsettia exit East, Rt. on Snapdragon, Lt. on Alyssum Cross Street: Snapdragon Drive.
Subdivision Name: Carlsbad West
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,104
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4,635 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1985
Year Renovated: 1985
County: San Diego County
APN: 2144421000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 70
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 70
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Scott
List Agent Last Name: Smerud
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Smerud Real Estate, Inc.
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Ciaran
Buyer Agent Last Name: Doran
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Century 21 1st Choice Realty
Around this home
Schools
Aviara Oaks Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
10/10
Aviara Oaks Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
7/10
Carlsbad High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
9/10
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