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Carlsbad by the Sea

2855 Carlsbad Blvd.

Carlsbad, CA 92008

224 beds • Est. 1999 (26 years)


FYI Safety Score

9.4 Excellent

0 serious and 1 minor state citation across 7 state inspections, with 1 substantiated complaint. Last inspected in February 2026.

Safety data last updated July 2026

Part of the FYI Safety Scorecard, the independent safety rating for every California assisted living facility.


Why we like it

Carlsbad by the Sea is a 224-bed assisted living community in Carlsbad, a coastal city in North San Diego County. Operated by Front Porch, a nonprofit senior living organization, this is one of the largest communities in the region and carries an outstanding safety record.

  • Strong safety record

    Among the cleaner records in the state: 0 serious and 1 minor citations across 7 state inspections, with 1 verified complaint. A record this consistent is one of the clearest signs a home is well-run.

  • CCRC on-site continuum

    Independent living, assisted living, and a 33-bed skilled nursing care center are all on one campus, so care transitions don't require relocation.

  • Carlsbad Blvd location

    Situated at 2855 Carlsbad Blvd, within 0.4 miles of Magee Park, the State Street Farmer's Market, and multiple restaurants in Carlsbad Village.

  • 14 dedicated assisted living residences

    Assisted living has its own wing of 14 residences overlooking the center courtyard, some with ocean views — not units scattered throughout a larger independent building.

  • No pricing published

    The site directs all pricing inquiries to a phone call or financial assessment form. Ask for a full fee schedule before touring.

  • Memory care not yet available

    Memory care is listed as 'coming in 2028.' Families whose loved one may need memory care in the near term should factor this into their planning.

  • 224-bed community

    At 224 beds this is a large campus. Ask how assisted living residents are integrated with the broader independent living population day-to-day.


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Where you'll live

2855 Carlsbad Blvd., Carlsbad, CA 92008

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Amenities & Services

Memory Care Program
Physical Therapy
Dining
Activities Program
Movie Theater

Frequently asked questions

How safe is Carlsbad by the Sea?
Carlsbad by the Sea has a FYI Safety Score of 9.4 out of 10, based on California state inspection records. 1 state citations and 1 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 7 inspections.
Does Carlsbad by the Sea offer memory care?
Carlsbad by the Sea does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.
Does Carlsbad by the Sea accept Medi-Cal?
Carlsbad by the Sea is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was Carlsbad by the Sea last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Carlsbad by the Sea was on 2026-02-19. The facility has received 7 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Carlsbad by the Sea have?
Carlsbad by the Sea has 1 state citations and 1 verified complaints since 2021 across 7 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 9.4 out of 10, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Carlsbad by the Sea been in operation?
Carlsbad by the Sea has been licensed for 26 years in Carlsbad, California, with a licensed capacity of 224 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
374600799
Size
224 beds (Large Community (50+ beds))
Licensed Since
August 4, 1999 (26 years)
Licensee
Front Porch Communities and Services
Administrator
Digerness, Paula
Phone
(760) 492-3359
Address
2855 Carlsbad Blvd., Carlsbad, CA 92008

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record


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