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$2,236,582$684 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $1,425,000 on Mar 21, 2018

3255 JAMES DR

CARLSBAD, CA 92008
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,271 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2001
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$2.2M
$2.1M low$2.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,425,000 · Mar 21, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$17,591 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,653,828 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$986,495
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$667,333
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,621,401

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.45
19
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
82
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
23
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
13
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
89
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.3 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountySAN DIEGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Carlsbad High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Valley Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Magnolia Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi

District: Carlsbad Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92008These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.281

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,480
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,412 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$111,166
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$138,895
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.12 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.68%

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How this home compares

3255 James Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 92% of homes in San Diego County
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Olde Carlsbad
  • Among the largest homes in Carlsbad 92008
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Carlsbad 92008
  • Newer than 79% of homes in San Diego County

What homes are worth in Carlsbad 92008

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$540K$4M

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Carlsbad 92008.

How it measures up in Carlsbad 92008

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Carlsbad 92008.

Estimated value$2,236,582
CheaperTypical $1,549,786Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$684
CheaperTypical $791Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area3,271 ft²
SmallerTypical 781 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 1,525 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built2001
OlderTypical 2008Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 3255 James Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOlde CarlsbadCarlsbad 92008San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,236,58286% of homes86% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$68427% of homes30% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than3,271 ft²97% of homesalmost all homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac59% of homes84% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than200178% of homes43% of homes79% of homes

About 3255 James Dr

How much is 3255 James Dr, Carlsbad, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3255 James Dr, Carlsbad, CA is $2,236,582 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $2,098,164 to $2,375,000. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3255 James Dr, Carlsbad, CA last sell?

3255 James Dr, Carlsbad, CA last sold on Mar 21, 2018 for $1,425,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3255 James Dr, Carlsbad, CA?

3255 James Dr, Carlsbad, CA has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,271 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 3255 James Dr, Carlsbad, CA built?

3255 James Dr, Carlsbad, CA was built in 2001, making it 25 years old.

What schools serve 3255 James Dr, Carlsbad, CA?

3255 James Dr, Carlsbad, CA is assigned to Carlsbad High School (high), rated A-; Valley Middle School (middle), rated A-; Magnolia Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Carlsbad Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3255 James Dr, Carlsbad, CA compare to other homes in Carlsbad 92008?

Among the 63,805 homes in Carlsbad 92008, it is worth more than 86% of them ($2,236,582 against a typical $1,549,786), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($684 against a typical $791), it is bigger than almost all of them (3,271 ft² against a typical 781 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 1,525 ft²) and it is newer than 43% of them (2001 against a typical 2008). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 92% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 3255 James Dr, Carlsbad, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3255 James Dr, Carlsbad, CA was $17,591. The county assessed it at $1,653,828.

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