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$3,550,236$723 / 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 89How 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 $2,195,000 on Nov 23, 2020

6856 AMBER LN

CARLSBAD, CA 92009
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,913 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.
0.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$3.6M
$3.2M low$3.9M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,195,000 · Nov 23, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$29,513 (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.$2,423,454 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,269,691
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,153,763
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,375,937

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.55
52
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
84
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
37
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.15 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.0.35
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
La Costa Meadows Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
H
San Marcos High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi
M
San Elijo Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.4 mi

District: San Marcos Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92009These 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.46
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 100.234

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.96%
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.5.8%
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.45,852
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,700 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$160,858
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$189,229
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.13 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

6856 Amber Ln 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Carlsbad 92009
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in San Diego County
  • Among the largest homes in La Costa Greens
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in La Costa Greens
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Carlsbad 92009

What homes are worth in Carlsbad 92009

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

This home
$572K$3.2M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Carlsbad 92009.

How it measures up in Carlsbad 92009

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Carlsbad 92009.

Estimated value$3,550,236
CheaperTypical $1,645,008Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$723
CheaperTypical $681Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area4,913 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,216 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 6856 Amber Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLa Costa GreensCarlsbad 92009San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,550,236almost all homesalmost all homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$72366% of homes65% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than4,913 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.35 ac84% of homes61% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than200518% of homes87% of homes87% of homes

About 6856 Amber Ln

How much is 6856 Amber Ln, Carlsbad, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6856 Amber Ln, Carlsbad, CA is $3,550,236 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $3,157,906 to $3,942,566. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6856 Amber Ln, Carlsbad, CA last sell?

6856 Amber Ln, Carlsbad, CA last sold on Nov 23, 2020 for $2,195,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 6856 Amber Ln, Carlsbad, CA?

6856 Amber Ln, Carlsbad, CA has 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 4,913 square feet of living space and a 0.35-acre lot.

When was 6856 Amber Ln, Carlsbad, CA built?

6856 Amber Ln, Carlsbad, CA was built in 2005, making it 21 years old.

What schools serve 6856 Amber Ln, Carlsbad, CA?

6856 Amber Ln, Carlsbad, CA is assigned to La Costa Meadows Elementary School (elementary), rated A; San Marcos High School (high), rated A-; San Elijo Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in San Marcos Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6856 Amber Ln, Carlsbad, CA compare to other homes in Carlsbad 92009?

Among the 15,341 homes in Carlsbad 92009, it is worth more than almost all of them ($3,550,236 against a typical $1,645,008), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($723 against a typical $681), it is bigger than almost all of them (4,913 ft² against a typical 2,216 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (0.35 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 87% of them (2005 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 98% 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 6856 Amber Ln, Carlsbad, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 6856 Amber Ln, Carlsbad, CA was $29,513. The county assessed it at $2,423,454.

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