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$2,266,267$725 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $564,000 on May 26, 2000

512 STERN WAY

CARLSBAD, CA 92011
5
Beds
3
Baths
3,126 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.
0.2 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

$2.3M
$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.$564,000 · May 26, 2000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,329 (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.$905,151 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$389,569
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$515,582
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$887,404

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.30
18
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
35
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
10
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.0.20
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

Transaction History(4)

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.

E
Pacific Rim Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.4 mi
M
Aviara Oaks Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi
H
Carlsbad High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.1 mi

District: Carlsbad Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92011These 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.77
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.264

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.0%
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.23,048
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,154 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$149,688
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$164,758
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

512 Stern Way 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 93% of homes in San Diego County
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in South Beach
  • Among the largest homes in South Beach
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in South Beach
  • Newer than 92% of homes in South Beach

What homes are worth in Carlsbad 92011

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

This home
$742K$3.2M

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Carlsbad 92011.

How it measures up in Carlsbad 92011

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Carlsbad 92011.

Estimated value$2,266,267
CheaperTypical $1,651,430Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$725
CheaperTypical $759Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area3,126 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,670 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built2001
OlderTypical 1998Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 512 Stern Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth BeachCarlsbad 92011San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,266,26781% of homes82% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$72520% of homes36% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than3,126 ft²almost all homes94% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac85% of homes43% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than200192% of homes92% of homes79% of homes

About 512 Stern Way

How much is 512 Stern Way, Carlsbad, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 512 Stern Way, Carlsbad, CA is $2,266,267 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $2,127,208 to $2,405,326. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 512 Stern Way, Carlsbad, CA last sell?

512 Stern Way, Carlsbad, CA last sold on May 26, 2000 for $564,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 512 Stern Way, Carlsbad, CA?

512 Stern Way, Carlsbad, CA has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,126 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 512 Stern Way, Carlsbad, CA built?

512 Stern Way, Carlsbad, CA was built in 2001, making it 25 years old.

What schools serve 512 Stern Way, Carlsbad, CA?

512 Stern Way, Carlsbad, CA is assigned to Pacific Rim Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Aviara Oaks Middle School (middle), rated A; Carlsbad High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Carlsbad Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 512 Stern Way, Carlsbad, CA compare to other homes in Carlsbad 92011?

Among the 22,674 homes in Carlsbad 92011, it is worth more than 82% of them ($2,266,267 against a typical $1,651,430), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($725 against a typical $759), it is bigger than 94% of them (3,126 ft² against a typical 1,670 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (2001 against a typical 1998). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 93% 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 512 Stern Way, Carlsbad, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 512 Stern Way, Carlsbad, CA was $10,329. The county assessed it at $905,151.

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