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San Marcos 92078
3503 La Mirada
$1,600,000
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3503 La Mirada

San Marcos, CA 92078
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths
square feet
1,441 Ft²
$7,857
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Rare opportunity to own a spacious 2.38 acre, single-story property and a detached guest house in a highly desirable San Marcos location. The main residence offers approximately 1,441 square feet of living space with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

A detached guest house, approximately 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, features its own kitchen and living area, providing excellent flexibility for extended family, guests, rental potential, or additional workspace.

The expansive, private lot offers RV parking, mature trees, and plenty of room for recreational vehicles, equipment, hobbies, or outdoor enjoyment.

The property requires interior renovation and is being sold AS-IS, presenting an excellent opportunity for investors, builders, or owner users looking to renovate, customize, and add value. The property is zoned R1-20, offering potential for agricultural, horticulture or equestrian use and possible future development; buyer to independently verify zoning, permitted uses, and development potential with the appropriate authorities.

Conveniently located just minutes from the 78 freeway, shopping, dining, schools, and other local amenities, this property offers a rare combination of land, location, flexibility, and upside potential.
Unit Size
1,441 Ft²
Days on Market
46 days
Land Size
2.38 acres
Price per sqft
$1,110
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1990

Listed By

Maria Elena Gonzalez
Allison James Estates & Homes
Joseph Rahhal
Allison James Estates & Homes

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Last updated: 2 months ago (CRMLS #SW26191821)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Nov 16, 2025 Listed by Allison James Estates & Homes $1,600,000
Listed by Allison James Estates & Homes
Jun 11, 2019 No longer available -
No longer available
May 22, 2019 Relisted $1,100,000
Relisted
Aug 13, 2018 No longer available -
No longer available
Apr 26, 2018 Listed $1,100,000
Listed
Amazing property! Build a custom dream home property on 2.38 acres or build more homes by subdividing the land. Buyer to do their due diligence and verify any and all information regarding property. There is an existing home with 3 bedrooms and 1 bath. This property is sold together with adjacent 2.06 Acres for $1,100,000 listed separately APN#219-062-032-00 on Linda Vista Drive. For a total of 4.44 Acres. The manager has listed the unit size as 1441 square feet.

Property Highlights

Fireplace
Parking Details
Has Carport
Parking Features: Carport
Open Parking Spaces: 2
Interior Details
Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, AllBedroomsDown
Laundry Features: None
Fireplace Features: None
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 1441
Square Footage Source: $0
Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s), Security Lights
Property Condition: RepairsCosmetic
Architectural Style: Ranch
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Built: 1990
Levels: One
Patio and Porch Features: Patio, Open
Pool Features: None
Lot Features: Agricultural, HorseProperty
Lot Size Area: 103673
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 2.38
Lot Size Square Feet: 103673
Tax Lot: 1
Water Source: Public
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Forced Air
Sewer : Septic Tank

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1990
  • Effective Year Built: 1990
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 5
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Building Condition: 0
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 0
  • Building Style: 0
  • Exterior Walls Type: 12
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 14
  • Floor Count: 100
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 3
  • Parking Space Count: 2
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0
  • Location Influence Type: 000

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 103,673
  • Total Building Area: 1,441
  • Building Area: 1,441
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 4
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,441
  • Heating Fuel Type: 3

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 4
  • Water Service: 2

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: RANCHO LOS VALLECITOS DE SAN M
  • Land Acres: 0000002380
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 11
  • Legal Description 1: BLK 106 LOT 1 E 195.6 FT TR 000806

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: San Marcos Unified School District
  • School Tax School District: SAN MARCOS CITY
  • Census Tract: 020037

Zoning

  • Zoning: R-1-20

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 000806
  • Subdivision Tract Number: 000806
  • Parcel: 219-062-03-00
  • Block: 106
  • Lot: 1
  • Municipality: CITY OF SAN MARCOS
  • Latitude: 33.145
  • Longitude: -117.209

    Address

  • Full Address: 3503 La Mirada Dr
  • Address - House Number: 3503
  • Address - Street Name: La Mirada
  • Address - Suffix Type: Dr
  • State: CA
  • City Name: San Marcos
  • Carrier Code: R004
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 6211
  • Zip Code: 92078

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $319,174
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 13-191

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1604
  • Valuation Date: Jan 27, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 80
  • Final Value: 1,292,037
  • High Value: 1,499,299
  • Low Value: 1,084,774

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $290,098
  • Assessed Land Value: $129,145
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $160,953

    Exemptions

  • Homeowner Exemption: Yes

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Jun 27, 1994
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Jul 12, 1994
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 36
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 1994-0434751
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Mar 14, 1994
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Mar 10, 1994
  • Previous Sale Amount: $70,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 69
Data used for valuation calculations is provided by RealtyHop, and other third party sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 3503 La Mirada Drive built and last sold?
The property at 3503 La Mirada Drive was built in 1990 and last sold on Jun 27, 1994 for $82,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 3503 La Mirada Drive is $1,573,983.
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