| Primary address | 2261 Rutherford Road, Carlsbad |
| Zip code | 92008 |
| County | San Diego |
| Neighborhood | Industrial Corridor - City Centre |
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| Sale date | 12/22/2021 |
| Sale price | $6,200,000 |
| Arm's length | Register |
| Property tax | $70,947 |
| Building sqft | 21,088 |
| Building class | Factory/Light Manufacturing (41) |
| Acreage | 1.55 |
| Units | 1 |
| Year built | 1984 |
| Zoning district | Register |
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This Factory/Light Manufacturing (41) located at 2261 Rutherford Road, Carlsbad, CA 92008 has a total of 21,088 square feet and a current price per square foot of $294.
What is the year built & the current market value of 2261 Rutherford Road, Carlsbad, CA 92008?2261 Rutherford Road, Carlsbad, CA 92008 was built in 1984 and has a current tax assessor's market value of $6,579,489.
How many commercial spaces does this building have?This building has 1 commercial spaces available for lease. There are 2 active listings at this address.
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| Listing type | For Lease |
|---|---|
| Listing date | 07/14/2025 |
| Last updated | 03/13/2026 |
| Lot size | 1.55 Acre |
Located in the prestigious Carlsbad Research Center, 2261 Rutherford Rd is a unique, freestanding industrial facility built and designed for specialized manufacturing, research & development purposes. For over a decade, it has accommodated American Lithium Energy U.S.-based manufacturing operations producing battery cells for the world’s most demanding missions – including space, military, and electric flight.STREET ADDRESS: 2261 Rutherford Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92008 BUILDING SIZE: 21,743 SF # OF STORIES: One (1) - Single Story % OFFICE: 50% WAREHOUSE/R&D: 50% CONSTRUCTION TYPE: Reinforced Concrete LOT SIZE: 67,562 SF PARKING RATIO: 3.3/1,000 SF (72 Stalls) LOADING: Two (2) Grade Level Doors CLEAR HEIGHT: 18’ Minimum POWER: 2,000 Amps, 277/480V FIRE SUPPRESSION: Yes, Sprinklers ZONING: CM DRIVEWAYS: Two (2) Access Points AVAILABILITY DATE: Immediate LEASE RATE: $1.45/SF NNN NNN: $0.40 SALE PRICE: $6,415,000 ($295/SF) Improvements include: • Select demolition of existing improvements to optimize layout • Warehouse area opened up to create a larger, more efficient manufacturing and distribution space. • Warehouse lighting being raised to improve clear height. • New interior paint throughout the entire premises. • Select exterior paint improvements. • Overall refresh to deliver a clean, move-in ready environment.STREET ADDRESS: 2261 Rutherford Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92008 BUILDING SIZE: 21,743 SF # OF STORIES: One (1) - Single Story % OFFICE: 50% WAREHOUSE/R&D: 50% CONSTRUCTION TYPE: Reinforced Concrete LOT SIZE: 67,562 SF PARKING RATIO: 3.3/1,000 SF (72 Stalls) LOADING: Two (2) Grade Level Doors CLEAR HEIGHT: 18’ Minimum POWER: 2,000 Amps, 277/480V FIRE SUPPRESSION: Yes, Sprinklers ZONING: CM DRIVEWAYS: Two (2) Access Points AVAILABILITY DATE: Immediate LEASE RATE: $1.45/SF NNN NNN: $0.40 SALE PRICE: $6,415,000 ($295/SF) Improvements include: • Select demolition of existing improvements to optimize layout • Warehouse area opened up to create a larger, more efficient manufacturing and distribution space. • Warehouse lighting being raised to improve clear height. • New interior paint throughout the entire premises. • Select exterior paint improvements. • Overall refresh to deliver a clean, move-in ready environment.
| Suite name | Space type | Lease rate | Available space | Brokers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2261 Rutherford Rd. | Warehouse/Distribution | $17.40/Sqft/Year | 21,743 | Marko Dragovic |
| Listing type | For Sale |
|---|---|
| Listing date | 07/14/2025 |
| Last updated | 03/13/2026 |
| Lot size | 1.55 Acre |
Located in the prestigious Carlsbad Research Center, 2261 Rutherford Rd is a unique, freestanding industrial facility built and designed for specialized manufacturing, research & development purposes. For over a decade, it has accommodated American Lithium Energy U.S.-based manufacturing operations producing battery cells for the world’s most demanding missions – including space, military, and electric flight.STREET ADDRESS: 2261 Rutherford Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92008 BUILDING SIZE: 21,743 SF # OF STORIES: One (1) - Single Story % OFFICE: 50% WAREHOUSE/R&D: 50% CONSTRUCTION TYPE: Reinforced Concrete LOT SIZE: 67,562 SF PARKING RATIO: 3.3/1,000 SF (72 Stalls) LOADING: Two (2) Grade Level Doors CLEAR HEIGHT: 18’ Minimum POWER: 2,000 Amps, 277/480V FIRE SUPPRESSION: Yes, Sprinklers ZONING: CM DRIVEWAYS: Two (2) Access Points AVAILABILITY DATE: Immediate LEASE RATE: $1.45/SF NNN NNN: $0.40 SALE PRICE: $6,415,000 ($295/SF) Improvements include: • Select demolition of existing improvements to optimize layout • Warehouse area opened up to create a larger, more efficient manufacturing and distribution space. • Warehouse lighting being raised to improve clear height. • New interior paint throughout the entire premises. • Select exterior paint improvements. • Overall refresh to deliver a clean, move-in ready environment.STREET ADDRESS: 2261 Rutherford Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92008 BUILDING SIZE: 21,743 SF # OF STORIES: One (1) - Single Story % OFFICE: 50% WAREHOUSE/R&D: 50% CONSTRUCTION TYPE: Reinforced Concrete LOT SIZE: 67,562 SF PARKING RATIO: 3.3/1,000 SF (72 Stalls) LOADING: Two (2) Grade Level Doors CLEAR HEIGHT: 18’ Minimum POWER: 2,000 Amps, 277/480V FIRE SUPPRESSION: Yes, Sprinklers ZONING: CM DRIVEWAYS: Two (2) Access Points AVAILABILITY DATE: Immediate LEASE RATE: $1.45/SF NNN NNN: $0.40 SALE PRICE: $6,415,000 ($295/SF) Improvements include: • Select demolition of existing improvements to optimize layout • Warehouse area opened up to create a larger, more efficient manufacturing and distribution space. • Warehouse lighting being raised to improve clear height. • New interior paint throughout the entire premises. • Select exterior paint improvements. • Overall refresh to deliver a clean, move-in ready environment.
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| Tax year: | 2025-2026 |
| Property tax | $70,947 |
| Market value | $6,579,489 |
Here's the assessment & property tax history for 2261 Rutherford Road, Carlsbad, including the evolution of the total tax rate and corresponding property tax.
| Year | Assessment value | Total tax rate | Property tax | Year over year change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | $6,579,489 | 1.0783 | $70,947 | +3.55% |
| 2024-2025 | $6,450,480 | 1.0622 | $68,517 | +0.49% |
| 2023-2024 | $6,324,000 | 1.0782 | $68,185 | +1.58% |
| 2022-2023 | $6,200,000 | 1.0827 | $67,127 | +159.67% |
| 2021-2022 | $2,358,511 | 1.09606 | $25,851 | -0.35% |
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| Total population | 27,955 |
| Median age | 41.7 |
| Average household income | $150,866 |
| Family households | 57.3% |
| Occupied housing units | 11,835 |
| Owner occupied units | 48.2% |
| Average number of people per household | 2.35 |
| Median year structure built | 1980 |
| Median value for units with a mortgage | $1,316,000 |
| Median value for units without a mortgage | $1,095,900 |
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| FEMA flood zone(s) | X (See more on map) |
| Fire hazard zone | See more on map |
| Faults and tsunami inundation zone map | Register |
| Landslides and liquefaction map | Register |
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Here are the neighbors for 2261 Rutherford Road, Carlsbad.
| Address | Square feet | Purchase date | Purchase price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2251 Rutherford Rd #100, Carlsbad | 33,964 | 10/30/2019 | $9,170,000 |
| 5928 Pascal CT, Carlsbad | 39,620 | 08/20/2020 | |
| 5901 Priestly Dr, Carlsbad | 97,500 | 08/01/2018 | $26,828,500 |
| 2231 Faraday Ave, Carlsbad | 59,566 | 02/25/1997 | |
| 2250 Rutherford Rd, Carlsbad | 34,799 | 06/19/2008 | $6,890,000 |
| 2308 Faraday Ave, Carlsbad | 15,091 | 06/29/2017 | $2,225,000 |
| 2300 Faraday Ave, Carlsbad | 17,100 | 03/29/2001 | |
| 2258 Rutherford Rd, Carlsbad | 42,078 | 03/17/2021 | $7,510,000 |
| 5957 Landau CT, Carlsbad | 44,904 | 12/23/2016 | $10,650,000 |
| 2320 Faraday Ave, Carlsbad | 22,976 | 03/15/2019 | |
| 5925 Priestly Dr, Carlsbad | 03/29/2007 | ||
| 1307 Laurel Tree Ln, Carlsbad | 06/17/2024 | $31,090,000 | |
| 2251 Faraday Ave, Carlsbad | 65,431 | 10/27/2016 | $19,000,000 |
| 2330 Faraday Ave, Carlsbad | 16,496 | 03/15/2019 | |
| 2310 Faraday Ave, Carlsbad | 11,882 | 06/29/2005 | $2,530,000 |
| 5960 Pascal CT, Carlsbad | 80,620 | 12/31/2013 | |
| 2232 Rutherford Rd, Carlsbad | 81,118 | 11/13/2019 | $23,100,000 |
| 2304 Faraday Ave, Carlsbad | 21,500 | 08/14/2017 | $5,115,000 |
| 5927 Landau CT, Carlsbad | 23,976 | 07/27/2015 | $4,083,000 |
| 5823 Newton Dr, Carlsbad | 11/19/2009 | $14,765,500 |