San Marcos is located about 6 miles inland from the ocean and about 30 miles from downtown San Diego. The community covers about 24 square miles and, as of the 2017 census, had about 96,000 residents. Census data also indicate a fairly diverse population.
San Marcos, because of its inland location, tends to offer a warmer climate than Carlsbad. The west side of San Marcos, however, gets some of the same coastal climate (marine layer, ocean breezes, cooler temperatures). San Marcos is a mix of residential and commercial areas, as well as undeveloped space. The 78 freeway provides easy access inland to Escondido and the 15 (north to Riverside County, south to San Diego). Or west to Oceanside, the 5 freeway, the coast and the beaches. San Marcos is home to California State University – San Marcos and Palomar College.
The largest, and newest, housing area in San Marcos is San Elijo Hills. San Elijo Hills is a master planned community located on the southwestern edge of town high in the hills. Other well known neighborhoods include Santa Fe Hills, Discovery Hills, Discovery Meadows, Twin Oaks Valley, and Rancho Dorado. The golf resort/residential community of Lake San Marcos, that includes a 55+ residential area. And the area around Cal State San Marcos continues to grow and change, with new commercial and residential areas (e.g., newer homes at Rancho Tessoro).
The San Marcos real estate market offers a range of housing including apartments, condos, attached and detached homes. There are several 55+ communities, and assisted living facilities. You will also find some new construction by the university currently being built (2022).
San Marcos is known for having a large commercial and retail area, with numerous shops, shopping centers, and restaurants. You’ll find a host of other service and light industrial establishments, especially along San Marcos Boulevard. While you won’t find much high-end shopping, you’ll likely find whatever you need here, with lots of choices. Examples include home improvement/remodeling, electronics, appliances, landscaping, clothing, furniture, gardening, cars/trucks, wines and liquor. There are many small businesses and non-profit organizations, too.
Much of the shopping is located along Grand Avenue, Rancho Santa Fe Road, and San Marcos Boulevard. The latter is the main thoroughfare running roughly east and west, and becomes Palomar Airport Road in Carlsbad.
While San Marcos may not be known as an eating mecca, there are many restaurants and fast food eateries here. You’ll find a wide array of foods and styles, from extremely casual to relaxed upscale, and to fit every budget. Old California Restaurant Row, on San Marcos Boulevard, has about 14 restaurants (e.g., Fish House Vera Cruz, which includes a seafood market). You’ll find they change from time to time. If you like a variety of foods and are not looking for expensive restaurants, you will be very happy with the broad range of places to dine in San Marcos.
$1,393,000
3099
sqft3.5
Baths4
Beds Welcome to this exquisite property that boasts numerous desirable attributes to cater to your modern, sophisticated lifestyle. The interior lives up to the highest expectations with a neutral color paint scheme providing an ideal backdrop for showcasing your personal style. The cozy fireplace creates a warm, inviting ambiance on cold evenings. The kitchen, equipped with all stainless steel appliances, is a culinary enthusiast's dream featuring a large island and great cabinet storage for all your cooking essentials. The primary bathroom offers spa-like comfort with double sinks, a separate tub, and shower for relaxing unwinding sessions. The main bedroom also includes a spacious walk-in closet, perfect for keeping your wardrobe organized. The home's thoughtful design extends to the outdoors as well, with a covered patio perfect for alfresco dining and entertaining. The property benefits from a fenced-in backyard, ensuring privacy and providing a secure. Discover what it feels like to live in a house that makes every day feel special.
2349
sqft3
Baths4
Beds Stunning, turn-key 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home nestled in the highly desirable neighborhood of Discovery Hills! This gorgeous home boasts spectacular panoramic VIEWS and a prime location with NO HOA, miles of hiking trails and 3 nearby lakes. Inside youll find a meticulously remodeled interior featuring 20-foot ceilings with large windows providing abundant natural light, 2349 square feet of living space and tons of updates including engineered wood flooring throughout, custom iron stair rail, plantation shutters and completely remodeled bathrooms and laundry, with contemporary tile and cabinetry. The bright, open concept kitchen includes granite countertops, large center island with seating, stainless steel appliances, wine fridge and extra-large windows to take in the view. Plus, enjoy a spacious living area off the kitchen, with a cozy fireplace. This home is ideal for entertaining! An additional main level living area and dining room provide many places to relax. Downstairs you will also find a convenient bedroom with full bathroom and step-in shower, ideal for guests, office or multigenerational living. Upstairs are 3 additional, spacious bedrooms and 2 full baths. The light and bright primary bedroom features a fireplace, ensuite bathroom with walk-in closet and a view balcony, which has been newly rebuilt with durable TimberTech planks. Outside, the lush backyard opens to a beautiful canyon, providing unobstructed sweeping views. Unwind, taking in the sunset, relaxing by the built-in fire pit and turf yard with mature landscaping. The wide side yard with pergola, offe
1992
sqft3.5
Baths3
Beds Welcome to this stunning, remodeled 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home nestled in the coveted San Elijo Hills community. Boasting a spacious 1,992 sq ft of living space, this home offers an inviting open floor plan that seamlessly blends modern elegance with functional design. The heart of the home is its gorgeous kitchen, thoughtfully upgraded with top-of-the-line finishes and appliances, making it a chefs dream. Upstairs, a versatile loft area awaits, promising endless possibilities for a home office, sitting area, or conversion into another room. Step outside to discover an entertainers paradise in your backyard, featuring a meticulously landscaped oasis complete with lush turf, elegant pavers, and a tranquil ambiance perfect for hosting gatherings or enjoying quiet moments of relaxation. The upgraded fireplace in the living room adds a cozy touch, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for gatherings with family and friends. Experience the comfort of modern amenities throughout, including a newly installed HVAC system and water heater, ensuring year-round comfort and energy efficiency. Custom blinds adorn all bedrooms, offering privacy and style, while ceiling fans and light fixtures elevate the aesthetic appeal of every room. Situated on a quiet cul-de-sac and the convenience of low HOA fees. Enjoy the luxury of living within walking distance to top-rated schools, downtown shopping, and parks, along with access to scenic hiking trails that wind through the picturesque landscape. With over $60,000 invested in upgrades, this move-in-ready home truly stands out as a gem in San
2072
sqft3
Baths4
Beds Stunning highly upgraded home on premium lot in popular gated Belmont of San Elijo Hills. This two story 2072sqft floorplan features 4 bedrooms and 3 baths (with a bedroom and full bathroom located on the main level) and includes distinctive features including walnut engineered wood floors, custom fireplace with limestone surround, wood paneling and trim detail downstairs and upgraded lighting. Open concept gourmet kitchen with granite kitchen countertops, white cabinetry, large center island and stainless-steel appliances. Upstairs is the spacious and bright primary bedroom complete with en-suite bath featuring dual vanity, soaking tub, limestone tile floors and large walk-in closet in addition to two more bedrooms, hallway bathroom with double sinks plus the convenience of an upstairs laundry room (washer and dryer convey) with lots of storage. One of the largest lots in the community, this private backyard offers a wonderful entertaining space with both a grass side yard and wonderful herringbone brick patio with outdoor fire feature, terraced landscaping, roses, olive tree and fruit tree with five different citrus fruits. Two car side by side attached garage with epoxy flooring and garage racks. The Belmont neighborhood in San Elijo Hills is just a short walk to community amenities and shopping, and features a pool, spa, BBQ, and recreation area. Low monthly Mello-Roos. Zoned for Double Peak K-8 and Mission Hills High School. San Elijo Hills offers ballparks, soccer field, picnic & BBQ area, playgrounds, dog park, community center, and all are within walking distance. E
1475
sqft2
Baths3
Beds This is the one you've been waiting for. Tee off on the 18th Hole of The Links At The Lake house championship golf course. Or stop by the 19th hole at the clubhouse & Grill restaurant! Tastefully remodeled single story San Marcos home with amazing golf course views!The two-car garage is large and offers lots of storage. Start enjoy the Lake San Marcos community with lodge membership, you'll have access to tons activities & tennis courts, pickle ball courts, pools, discounts at amazing restaurants and more! Completely remastered from top to bottom. New custom kitchen with beautiful quartz counter tops, and custom cabinetry, new floors, stainless steel appliances. Nice open floor plan w/ the living room positioned to received tons of natural light! Bathrooms have new modern tiled floors & showers, all new vanities, with a timeless look. New dual pane windows and so much more!
1671
sqft2
Baths3
Beds Calling all golfers and view enthusiasts! Perched at the 8th tee of The Links at Lakehouse gorgeous executive course with no neighbor on one side, this freshly painted, single-level, 3-bedroom, 2-bath home welcomes you in to vaulted ceilings, with skylights, looming over gorgeous, wide-planked wood flooring which leads you through the living room into a second living space sunroom with lush views through a wall of windows for eyeing tee-offs all day long! Relax on the back patio to gaze over all that green and take in the breezes and precision golf swings. This home boasts a perfect layout with the master bedroom and ensuite bathroom on one end and the other two bedroooms with bathroom adjacent on the other end of the hall. OWNED SOLAR and two-car, attached garage are fantastic bonuses too! Enjoy all the amenities of Country Greens with its own community pool, pickle ball/paddle ball/tennis and basketball courts plus the lake and lodge amenities at beautiful Lake San Marcos... tennis and pickleball courts, two pools, discounts on boat rentals, and so much more! The Country Greens community is walking distance to the tantalizing Amalfi Enoteca restaurant... a delightful place to unwind while enjoying the breezes and taking in more glorious golf course views!
1684
sqft2
Baths3
Beds Discover the charm of this single-level home situated on a half-acre in San Marcos. Welcoming you with a fire pit patio, lush landscaping, a PebbleTec pool, and picturesque views, this residence offers a cozy outdoor retreat adorned with raised gardens featuring a variety of fruit trees. Step inside the fully remodeled home, where you'll find an updated kitchen, high-quality appliances, renovated bathrooms, new flooring, fresh paint, and double-pane windows throughout. Embrace eco-friendly living with PAID SOLAR. Explore the possibilities for an ADU with a separate entry and generous parking/RV space. No HOA. Agricultural zoning allows you to cultivate your own organic produce and livestock. Conveniently located, this residence is a comfortable blend of modern living and natural beauty, waiting for you to call it home!
1458
sqft3.5
Baths3
Beds Step into sophistication and style in this custom and professionally designed townhome, where rustic charm meets modern elegance. Nestled in the intimate community of Old Creek Ranchs Larkspur Creek, featuring just 57 homes, this floor plan showcases two suites on the third floor, with the primary suite boasting dual vanities, a walk-in closet, and a separate water closet. A third bedroom on the main floor offers direct patio access, perfect as a cozy guest retreat or home office. Whether youre whipping up a gourmet meal or enjoying a casual breakfast, the open-concept kitchen located on the middle level will inspire culinary creativity and comfort alike. It features stainless-steel appliances, gas cooktop, granite countertops, and two-tone cabinets, neighboring custom wood-clad accent walls in the dining room. All three bathrooms are coordinated with a lush green color palette that will add a touch of glamour to your morning routine. Enjoy numerous upgrades, including new waterproof luxury vinyl plank floors and carpets, fresh paint throughout, and elevated lighting fixtures. A short bike ride away from charming downtown San Elijo and located near La Costa Town Square for shopping and dining, with Carlsbad and Encinitas easily accessible. Award-winning schools in the San Marcos Unified School District, close freeway access, and gorgeous beaches nearby. All furniture is negotiable.
2000
sqft2
Baths3
Beds Step into your dream home in a gated San Marcos community! As you open the door, a sense of warmth and possibility envelops you. Step into the cozy foyer, leading into a spacious living area perfect for making memories. With three bedrooms conveniently located downstairs, privacy and comfort are at the forefront of this home's design. As you explore further, you'll find a large and inviting loft upstairs, currently being used as a 4th bedroom, or can be a large office. Offering endless possibilities for customization. Enjoy the modern convenience of partial updates throughout while still having room for your personal touch. Located on a corner lot, relish the tranquility and privacy this home offers, with easy access to the 78 and nearby amenities. When you're ready to venture out, indulge in resort-style living in the Williamsburg community, complete with a gated entrance, walking trails, community pool, clubhouse, playground, dog park, and BBQ area.
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Mark S. Mcdonald
619-665-4614
mark.mcdonald@pacificsir.com
DRE# 01154045
Fara Fashandi
858-339-7311
fara.fashandi@pacificsir.com
DRE# 01339461
Jorge Terriquez
+1 760-685-3708
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jorget1162@gmail.com
DRE# 01251840
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