2020 Playa Road
Carlsbad, CA 92009
- 3 beds
- 4 baths
- 3,969 sqft
- ~1/2 acre lot
- $956 per sqft
- 1980 build
- – on site
Tucked away on a secluded street just steps from the legendary Omni La Costa Resort & Spa, 2020 Playa Rd is more than a home - it's a statement. A bold, single-level architectural masterpiece, this nearly 4,000-square-foot residence is a rare blend of art deco style, organic modernism, and bespoke craftsmanship. Step through striking steel-framed double doors, and you're immediately transported to a serene courtyard with twin fountains, which sets a cinematic tone - where water meets stone, where light plays against texture. Inside, the transformation is nothing short of breathtaking: European oak wood flooring juxtaposed with dramatic granite underfoot, soft-close custom cabinetry, veined quartz surfaces, and curated designer lighting that brings sculptural warmth to every space. The interiors embrace natural light as an art form, with atriums, an interior garden room, and soaring floor-to-ceiling windows dissolving boundaries between indoors and out. The interplay of greenery and architecture creates a living, breathing space that feels both elevated and grounding. Each of the three bedrooms and four full baths has been meticulously redesigned, with an emphasis on spa-like tranquility and rich materiality. The primary suite is a sanctuary of its own, complete with a private in-ground spa just beyond its doors and a fireplace that adds an intimate glow. Two additional fireplaces punctuate the home, layering warmth and ambiance. Set on 0.4 acres of professionally landscaped grounds, this home is as functional as it is beautiful - owned solar, EV charging, and whole-house audio ensure it's as future-forward as it is timeless. And when it's time to indulge, your golf cart is your passport - just one block away lies the award-winning golf courses, tennis, pickleball, pools, and spa at La Costa. For those who appreciate architecture that tells a story and design that elevates everyday living, 2020 Playa Rd is a singular masterpiece.
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Last updated Mar 8, 2025
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MLS# NDP2502154 —
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The Building
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Year Built:1980
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Year Built Source:Assessor
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New Construction:No
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Stories Total:1
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Entry Level:1
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Common Walls:No Common Walls
Interior
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Features:Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Furnished, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Sunken Living Room, Wired for Sound
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Levels:One
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Entry Location:1
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Kitchen Features:Kitchen Open to Family Room, Pots & Pan Drawers, Quartz Counters, Remodeled Kitchen, Self-closing cabinet doors, Self-closing drawers, Utility sink, Walk-In Pantry
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Eating Area:Dining Room
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Door Features:Atrium Doors, Double Door Entry
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Window Features:Double Pane Windows, Screens, Skylight(s)
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Flooring:Stone, Wood
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Room Type:Atrium, Entry, Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
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Living Area Units:Square Feet
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Living Area Source:Appraiser
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Fireplace:Yes
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Fireplace:Bonus Room, Gas, Great Room, Primary Bedroom
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Laundry:In Garage
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Laundry:1
Room Dimensions
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Living Area:3969.00
Location
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Directions:East on Arenal Rd off of El Camino Real, Left on Estrella De Mar, Right on Playa. House on the left.
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Latitude:33.09679200
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Longitude:-117.26591800
The Property
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Property Type:Residential
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Subtype:Single Family Residence
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Property Condition:Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
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Zoning:R-1
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Lot Features:Back Yard, Front Yard, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft, Level, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers Timer, Yard
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Lot Size Area:17849.0000
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Lot Size Acres:0.4098
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Lot Size SqFt:17849.00
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Lot Size Source:Assessor
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View:1
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View:Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
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Fencing:Wood
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Fence:Yes
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Sprinklers:Yes
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Security Features:Wired for Alarm System
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Road Frontage:City Street
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Road Surface Type:Paved
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Additional Parcels:No
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Land Lease:No
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Lease Considered:No
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- No listing contact info available
Taxes
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Tax Tract:005434
Beds
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Total Bedrooms:3
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Main Level Bedrooms:3
Baths
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Total Baths:4
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Bathroom Features:Double sinks in bath(s), Double Sinks in Primary Bath, Exhaust fan(s), Privacy toilet door, Remodeled, Separate tub and shower, Stone Counters, Upgraded, Shower, Bathtub
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Full & Three Quarter Baths:4
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Main Level Baths:4
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Full Baths:4
The Listing
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Special Listing Conditions:Standard
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Parcel Number:2151305600
Heating & Cooling
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Heating:1
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Heating:Central
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Cooling:Yes
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Cooling:Central Air
Appliances
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Appliances:Barbecue, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
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Included:Yes
Schools
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High School District:Carlsbad Unified
The Community
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Neighborhood:La Costa
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Units in the Community:Yes
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Features:Curbs, Golf, Gutters, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban
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Association:No
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Pool:None
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Senior Community:No
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Spa:1
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Private Pool:No
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Spa Features:In Ground, Private
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Assessments:No
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Assessments:None
Parking
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Parking:Yes
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Parking:Driveway, Garage - Two Door, Street
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Parking Spaces:7.00
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Attached Garage:Yes
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Garage Spaces:2.00
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Uncovered Spaces:5.00
Monthly cost estimate

Asking price
$3,795,000
Expense | Monthly cost |
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Mortgage
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$20,321
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Taxes | N/A |
Insurance | $1,043 |
Utilities | $278 See report |
Total | $21,642/mo.* |
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Soundscore™
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Air Pollution Index
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Sale history
Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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3/6/25
Mar 6, 2025
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Listed / Active | CRMLS_CA | $3,795,000 | 59.8% |
9/27/24
Sep 27, 2024
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CRMLS_CA | $2,375,000 | -2.1% | |
8/27/24
Aug 27, 2024
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CRMLS_CA | $2,425,000 |