3540 Corte Yolanda | A Rare Cul-de-Sac Retreat in La Costa, Carlsbad

Soaring Ceilings, a Main-Level Primary Suite, and an Oversized Lot with Room to Dream Bigger

3540 Corte Yolanda, Carlsbad, CA 92009 | Offered at $1,349,000

4 Bedrooms | 2.5 Bathrooms | 2,196 Sq Ft | 0.32 Acre Cul-de-Sac Lot | Meadowood Community

Some lots simply don't come around often — and a third-of-an-acre cul-de-sac parcel in Meadowood is exactly that kind of opportunity.

Tucked into one of La Costa's most established and amenity-rich communities, this home pairs a smart, flexible floor plan with a lot size that's genuinely hard to find in this part of Carlsbad. Inside, 20-foot ceilings and generous natural light set an open, welcoming tone the moment you walk in. A main-level primary suite, a family room built around a gas fireplace, and an enclosed California room add up to a home that adapts to how you actually want to live — not the other way around.

"What makes this one stand out is the lot," Julie says. "An oversized cul-de-sac parcel with room for a pool or an ADU, inside a community with a pool, spa, and clubhouse already in place — that combination just doesn't come up very often in Meadowood."

That's the perspective of someone who has represented buyers and sellers throughout North County San Diego for over 25 years.

Keep reading for the full story on what makes this address worth a closer look.

Why Meadowood, La Costa Is the Right Starting Point

La Costa has long been one of Carlsbad's most desirable addresses, and Meadowood delivers that reputation with a lower HOA and a distinctly neighborhood feel. For buyers who want established landscaping, real community amenities, and a quiet cul-de-sac setting — without giving up proximity to the coast — Meadowood has consistently been the answer.

From this address, the practical advantages come quickly into focus:

Low HOA, No Mello-Roos: At $175/month with no Mello-Roos tax, Meadowood offers resort-style amenities — a swimming pool and spa, clubhouse, basketball court, playground, and park-like green spaces — without the carrying costs that come with many newer North County communities.

San Marcos Unified School District: The home falls within the highly acclaimed San Marcos Unified School District, a consistent draw for families evaluating North County neighborhoods.

Coastal Access Without Coastal Compromise: Minutes from shopping, dining, entertainment, beaches, golf, and convenient freeway access, this address delivers the La Costa lifestyle — proximity to the coast, without sacrificing space, privacy, or a quiet street.

Room to Grow: At 0.32 acres, this cul-de-sac lot is meaningfully larger than what typically comes available in Meadowood, leaving real room for a future pool, an ADU, or simply a backyard built for entertaining.

For buyers who've been searching La Costa for a home that offers both community and space, this address answers the question directly.

Inside: Soaring Ceilings, a Main-Level Primary Suite, and Flexible Living Space

Step inside and the first thing you notice is the light. Twenty-foot ceilings and abundant natural light fill the living and dining rooms, creating a bright, open first impression that carries through the rest of the home. A freshly painted interior and stylish vinyl flooring give the whole space a modern, move-in-ready feel — the kind of turnkey condition that lets buyers focus on the lifestyle rather than a to-do list.

The spacious kitchen opens directly into an inviting family room anchored by a cozy gas fireplace, with French doors leading out to the enclosed California room. That indoor-outdoor bonus space is genuinely flexible — a game room, a large home office, or additional entertaining space, depending on what the next owner needs most.

The Primary Suite: The first-floor primary suite is the standout of the floor plan, offering privacy and everyday convenience with an ensuite bath and a walk-in closet — a layout that's increasingly rare and increasingly in demand.

Upstairs: Three additional bedrooms are joined by a versatile loft with built-in cabinetry, ready to function as a dedicated office, a homework station, or whatever flex space the household needs.

Storage & Garage: The two-car attached garage includes built-in shelving, adding practical storage that's easy to take for granted until you don't have it.

Outside: An Oversized Lot Built for What Comes Next

The backyard is where this property's real upside lives. Set on an oversized lot, the expansive backyard presents endless possibilities for entertaining, outdoor living, or adding a future pool or ADU — the kind of blank canvas that's genuinely scarce in an established community like Meadowood.

Combined with the community's low-maintenance HOA amenities — pool, spa, clubhouse, basketball court, playground, and green spaces — this is a property that offers both a private outdoor retreat and shared community space, without asking owners to choose between the two.

Property at a Glance

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Julie Houston has been representing buyers and sellers throughout North County San Diego for over 25 years. She knows what makes a lot like this one worth acting on quickly.

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