Carlsbad by the Sea

2855 Carlsbad Blvd.

Carlsbad, CA 92008

224 beds • Est. 1999 (26 years) • Get directions

FYI Safety Score™

9.7 Good

Despite 1 recent citation, 1 substantiated complaint across 8 inspections — an excellent track record overall. Last inspected in February 2026.

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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.

Excellent safety record
Carlsbad by the Sea holds an FYI Safety Score of 9.7 out of 9.9. Maintaining near-perfect compliance at 224 beds reflects serious operational quality.
Nonprofit operator
Front Porch is a well-established nonprofit senior living organization. Nonprofit operators are mission-driven and typically reinvest surplus into resident care and community improvements.
Coastal North County setting
Carlsbad is one of San Diego County's most desirable coastal cities, with ocean breezes, mild weather year-round, and a relaxed beach-town atmosphere.
Full-scale campus
At 224 beds, this is a large community with the resources for comprehensive programming, specialized care teams, and extensive on-site amenities.
No pricing available
This facility has not published pricing information. Contact them directly for current rates. Expect premium pricing given the coastal location and nonprofit operator.

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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

Facility Details

Facility Type: Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number: 374600799
Capacity: 224 beds
Size: Large Community (50+ beds)
Licensed Since: August 4, 1999 (26 years)
Licensee: Front Porch Communities and Services
Administrator: Digerness, Paula
ALW Participant: No
Phone: (760) 492-3359
Address: 2855 Carlsbad Blvd., Carlsbad, CA 92008

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