




Welcome home to 7971 Paseo Esmerado! Perched atop a spacious .58-acre lot in The Ranch of Carlsbad, this stunning Craftsman offers sweeping views, generous living spaces, and a warm, welcoming feel throughout. With 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, a spacious upstairs bonus room, downstairs office/music room, and approximately 4,609 square feet, the home features a flexible layout designed to comfortably accommodate both everyday living and entertaining. This highly sought-after Centex Plan 5 floorplan includes a desirable downstairs bedroom with an ensuite bath, expansive gathering spaces, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow that connects beautifully to the backyard and surrounding views. The expansive lot offers exceptional usability with room for a future pool, outdoor dining, gardens, or play areas, while backing to permanently protected open space and wildlife preserve land that will never be built on. The canyon setting creates a rare sense of privacy, tranquility, and connection to nature, with HOA-maintained slope landscaping and preserved habitat extending beyond the property. Over the years, the home has been thoughtfully updated and meticulously maintained. Improvements include fresh interior paint, replaced first-floor flooring, a rebuilt banister, refaced kitchen cabinetry, refreshed downstairs and upstairs kids’ bathrooms, majority window replacement, solar panels, water softener system, whole house fan, replaced west-side fencing, and updated kitchen appliances including the Subzero refrigerator, KitchenAid dishwasher, KitchenAid oven, Thermador range and disposal. Designed to be enjoyed year-round, the backyard offers multiple spaces to gather, entertain, and unwind while taking in the views. A built-in BBQ, above-ground jacuzzi, and expansive yard create a setting that feels both peaceful and inviting. Additional highlights include a 4-car garage with substantial storage and access to top-rated schools. Located in one of North County’s most sought-after communities, the home is just minutes from shopping, restaurants, golf, trails, and the coast while still feeling tucked away and serene.
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
5
Square Feet
4,609
Lot Size
25,264 sqft
Year Built
1999
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
22
HOA Fee
$355/mo
Garage Total
4
MLS #
NDP2604658
Interior Features
Ceiling Fans, Central Vacuum, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Pantry, Bedroom On Main Level, Jack And Jill Bath, Primary Suite, Walk In Pantry, Walk In Closets
Flooring
Carpet, Tile, Wood
Fireplace
Family Room, Living Room
Appliances
Built In Range, Barbecue, Built In, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Softener, Trash Compactor
Laundry
Laundry Room
Main Level Bedrooms
1
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Forced Air, Fireplaces
Total Parking Spaces
8
Garage Spaces
4
Open Parking Spaces
4
Attached Garage
Yes
Parking Features
Driveway, Garage
Patio & Porch
Concrete, Covered, Balcony
Fencing
Wood, Wrought Iron
Security
Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Roof
Concrete
Lot Features
Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Level, Sprinkler System, Yard
Spa Features
Above Ground
Sewer
Public Sewer
Trails
Biking, Curbs, Hiking, Horse Trails, Sidewalks
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Balanced market
Avg. time on market
This is a Balanced Market. Homes are selling at a moderate pace.
Flood Risk
Minimal — not in a FEMA flood zone
Wildfire Risk
Moderate — near wildland-urban interface
Heat Risk
Low — moderate summer temperatures
Earthquake Risk
Southern California seismic zone
Based on price, location, and features
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