Carlsbad, California

Carlsbad is a community with near-perfect weather and two world-class resorts. It supports economic development yet sets aside 40 percent of its land for open space. It has attracted an international theme park and has become the golf capital of the world. Carlsbad has a commuter train, great bus service and the busiest single-runway airport in the nation. A great place to live, with miles of beaches, a wide variety of housing options, terrific shopping, a world-class public library and excellent schools. Carlsbad was incorporated July 16, 1952. At that time, Carlsbad had a population of approximately 7,000 people and covered 7.5 square miles. Since its incorporation, the City has grown substantially in population and size (through annexations). Carlsbad is home to over 100,000 residents, encompassing approximately 42 square miles. Buying or selling Carlsbad Real Estate? Visit www.carlsbad-ca-realestate.com and Search Carlsbad CA Homes, Carlsbad Townhomes, and Carlsbad Condos for sale.

The city has established a reputation as being extremely well run and has a highly respected school district. The Mayor and four City Council members are elected city-wide by registered voters in the City of Carlsbad. These officials typically serve four-year terms. Also elected for four-year terms are the City Clerk and the City Treasurer.

Fortune Magazine rated Carlsbad as one of the nation’s five best places to retire. The City provides a full range of services normally associated with a municipality including police, fire, parks and recreation, library, planning and zoning, building and engineering, various maintenance services and administration. Carlsbad is a destination of choice for its dining, entertainment, shopping and beaches.