Highly sought-after Alga Hills home in Carlsbad, beautifully positioned on a premium elevated lot with sweeping La Costa Valley views from the primary suite. This two-story residence offers 1,990 sq ft of open-concept living with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths upstairs, plus a downstairs powder room, and features over $180,000 in renovations completed since 2021.   The formal living and dining areas welcome you with soaring ceilings and abundant natural light. The fully remodeled chef's kitchen includes custom cabinetry, an oversized island with seating and built-in storage, quartz countertops, farmhouse sink, double ovens, built-in microwave, pot filler, and wine refrigerator. The adjoining family room features a beautifully updated custom-tile fireplace, creating open-concept living.  Luxury vinyl plank flooring extends throughout the home, complemented by a full interior repaint, refreshed lighting and electrical, plantation shutters, and remodeled bathrooms with modern fixtures and finishes. A new A/C unit was installed in 2022. Exterior improvements include fresh paint, low-maintenance turf in the backyard, and more.  Community amenities include two pools and parks, with convenient access to beaches, shopping, dining, and award-area schools including La Costa Meadows Elementary School, San Elijo Middle School, and San Marcos High School.