Kevin McBride Realtor

Kevin McBride Realtor Husband, Girl Dad x3, Coach,
REALTOR® serving San Marcos, San Diego County, Yucaipa
DRE # 02238489
Brokered by LPT Realty

Homes for sale in Carlsbad don't get much better than this one 👀Welcome to 6056 Paseo Pradera, a beautifully updated 3 b...
08/11/2026

Homes for sale in Carlsbad don't get much better than this one 👀

Welcome to 6056 Paseo Pradera, a beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home in the highly sought-after Rancho Carrillo neighborhood of Carlsbad, CA. This one blends real luxury touches with the kind of everyday livability a family actually needs.

Swipe through and you'll see why 👉
🍳 A stone-countertop kitchen made for real cooking, not just photos
🛋️ An open-concept family room built for gathering
🛁 A spa-inspired primary suite with a soaking tub and dual vanities
🚿 3 fully remodeled bathrooms
📍 A quiet, tree-lined street in one of Carlsbad's best school zones

The details:
🛏️ 3 Bed | 🛁 2.5 Bath | 📐 1,970 SF
💰 $1,399,000
📍 Rancho Carrillo, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Homes in this price range in this neighborhood move fast so save this post so you don't lose the address, and send it to anyone you know house hunting in North San Diego County.

DM "PRADERA" to schedule a private tour.

Kevin McBride
📞 909-556-4158
📧 [email protected]
REALTOR® | DRE # 02238489
Brokered by LPT Realty

08/07/2026

🏡 Carlsbad home for sale in Rancho Carrillo with a huge lot!

If you've been searching for a fully remodeled home in Carlsbad that offers luxury finishes, incredible privacy, and one of the largest lots in Rancho Carrillo...this may be the one.

Welcome to 6056 Paseo Pradera, tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in one of Carlsbad's most sought-after neighborhoods.

✨ Fully remodeled throughout
✨ 15,197 sq. ft. lot
✨ Stunning kitchen with oversized island
✨ Luxurious primary suite
✨ Outdoor fireplace, fountain & endless backyard possibilities
✨ Tankless water heater, leased solar & countless custom upgrades
✨ Access to Rancho Carrillo's resort-style pool, clubhouse, parks & scenic trails
✨ Minutes to Carlsbad beaches, LEGOLAND, shopping, dining & top-rated schools

Comment “INFO” for full details

Want to see it in person? OPEN HOUSE this Saturday from 10am-1pm

Want a private tour? Reach out to me directly by DM, call or text

Kevin McBride
909-556-4158
REALTOR® | DRE #02238489
Brokered by LPT Realty

08/03/2026

Been waiting for a remodeled home on a large lot, located at end of a quiet cul-de-sac, in the sought after community of Rancho Carrillo to come on the market? Well, the wait is almost over!

This one is Coming Soon but if you can't wait call, text, or DM me. This one is going to go fast!

Kevin McBride
REALTOR® | DRE # 02238489
Brokered by LPT Realty
(909)556-4158

07/08/2026

Don't move to San Marcos until you understand the cons.

I love San Marcos, it's the perfect city for my family and there's nowhere I'd rather live. But it's not for everyone.

Before you move make sure none of these are deal breakers:

TRAFFIC

Getting around town usually isn't bad if you can avoid San Marcos Blvd but if you need to get on the 78 within an hour of 8am or 5pm be prepared to sit in traffic. If bumper-to-bumper traffic makes you road rage San Marcos may not be the right fit for you.

THE COMMUTE

When my wife and I moved here 17 years ago we both still worked in San Diego. We chose San Marcos because we could afford a nice home in a safe city with great schools.

I didn't mind the 45-75 minute commute. I'd listen to an audiobook, sip on my coffee, and peacefully pass the time. My wife hated every minute of it and wanted to move back to San Diego until she finally left her job there.

If you're in a similar situation I suggest renting an Airbnb for a week and commuting during your normal hours. Be honest with yourself about whether you can do that every day for years.

GROWTH

San Marcos isn't the sleepy little town it used to be. A new downtown with hundreds of apartments, and new townhome communities are changing the city fast.

As a realtor who appreciates development and likes many options when it comes to places to eat and drink I don't mind it. For those that grew up here and have lived here for 30+ years I understand the frustration that the city isn't the same anymore. Also, the growth only makes the traffic and commute issues that much worse.

NIGHTLIFE (OR LACK OF IT)

As a 41 year old married man with 4 kids I would much rather have a beer at a brewery at 12pm than at a bar at 12am but every once in a while it's nice to go out. Unfortunately there just aren't many options in town (especially upscale). As the city continues to grow I imagine this will change but for now if you want to get wild to 2am I'll see you at The Cowshed!

Need help figuring out if San Marcos or another SD city is the right option for you? Feel free to DM, text, or call, I'm happy to help!

Kevin McBride
REALTOR® | DRE # 02238489
Brokered by LPT Realty
909-556-415

04/29/2026

The biggest mistake you can make when selling your home in San Diego is:

Pricing your home too high!

This is a buyer’s market, due to lack of buyers.

With a lack of buyers, if you price your home too high, the odds of getting an offer quickly are extremely low.

Before you know it, a month passes and not only do you not have an offer, but you have no showings. Unfortunately, by this time, your home is already old news.

You know what you have to do, it’s time to give in to the market and cut the price to what you should have priced it at in the beginning.

Now buyers wonder, why is the house still on the market? Is something wrong with it? Your home still isn’t getting much traction, maybe a showing here and there, but no solid offers.

At this point, you’re 60–90 days on the market. Let’s look at things from a buyer’s perspective:

Your perfect buyer finally shows up, the one looking for a home just like yours. It checks all of their boxes! They’re sure to put in a full price offer right… right?

Would you put in a full price offer on a home that’s been on the market for over 45 days with a stale price? No, of course not, no one would. If someone else had offered that price by this point, you would have already taken it!

See, even if your perfect buyer shows up, you’re still getting less for your house than you would have if it were priced correctly right out of the gate. By pricing high you lose leverage.

So which pricing strategy is working in today’s market to get top dollar on your home?

Price your home at (or what I would suggest even slightly below) its current value, and couple this with strong digital and print marketing campaigns. Get all of the buyers who are actually in the market to come see your home and work toward getting multiple offers. Pit the multiple offers against each other to drive the price up.

Need help determining your home’s value or the pricing strategy that will bring you top dollar? Feel free to reach out, I’m happy to help!

Kevin McBride
REALTOR® | DRE # 02238489
Brokered by LPT Realty

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