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3503 La Mirada, San Marcos, CA 92078

$1.6M3bd · 2ba · 1,441 sqft
Lot 103,673 sqft•Single Family Residence•
Active
•61d on market•MLS# SW-26191821

Property Description

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.

Features & Amenities

San MarcosFeeBuilt 1990

Property Details

Subdivision
San Marcos
Land Type
Fee
Year Built
1990
Property Type
Residential
Property Subtype
Single Family Residence
Parking Spaces
4
Garage Spaces
0
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
None
View
City Lights, Mountain(s)
Roof
Shingle
City
San Marcos
Zip Code
92078
County
San Diego
Listed byAllison James Estates & Homes, Maria Elena Gonzalez

Mortgage Calculator

Current Rates

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Monthly Payment
$8,090.47
Principal & Interest
Loan Amount
$1,280,000
Total Interest
$1,632,569
Total Payment Over 30 Years
$2,912,569
This calculator provides estimates only. Actual mortgage payments may include taxes, insurance, HOA fees, and PMI. Contact a lender for accurate quotes.

About San Marcos

This property is located in San Marcos, a community in San Marcos. Explore more listings in this neighborhood to compare options and pricing.

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Comparative Market Analysis

Luxury Tier · 5 active · 5 closed

3503 La Mirada, San Marcos, CA 92078

San Marcos · San Marcos · Single Family Residence

$1.6M
Luxury Tier
Beds
3
Baths
2
Sqft
1,441
Lot
2.38 ac
Year
1990
$/Sqft
$1110
Pool: No✓
Spa: No✓
View: city✓

Listed 12.0% above the median closed sale of $1,428,000. Price per sqft ($1,110) is a 50% premium to closed comps ($739). Luxury tier — fewer comparable sales widen the confidence range.

Price Position

Positioned above the market — commands a premium.

Premium
Subject listed at $1.60M· $1,110/sqft
Total list price
Closed comps
vs closed median $1.43M
+$172K (+12.0%)
Active comps
vs active median $1.60M
+$1K (+0.1%)
Price per sqft
Closed compsinsufficient comp data
Active comps
vs active avg $/sqft $593
+$517 (+87.1%)

Active Properties (5)

Active Comparables

AddressCityYearBDBTHSqFtLotSzLP/SqFtLPDIMScore
1014 Skyline PlaceSan Marcos2003554,06514,467$449$1.82M8046
1048 La Sombra DriveSan Marcos1981332,0418,593$683$1.40M1137
6069 Paseo MononaCarlsbad2002432,2695,663$749$1.70M3333
909 Woodhaven RoadSan Marcos2023432,2749,404$605$1.38M13630
921 Cayley AvenueSan Marcos2023553,3325,200$480$1.60M6030
Total: 5 · Average4.23.82,796.28,665.4$593.2$1.58M64
Median2,274$1.60M

Closed Properties (5)

Closed Comparables

AddressCityYearDateBDBTHSqFtLotSzLPSPSP/SqFtSP/LPDIMScore
1427 La Loma DriveSan Marcos196907/14/2026321,8566,000$1.40M$1.40M$7541.002744
944 La Sombra DriveSan Marcos198006/24/2026321,9997,900$1.47M$1.43M$7140.972744
948 Honeysuckle DriveSan Marcos199107/16/2026432,1185,663$1.44M$1.44M$6801.007743
1505 San Pablo DriveSan Marcos197011/21/2025332,1286,900$1.79M$1.75M$8220.981742
1050 San Pablo DriveSan Marcos196511/10/2025321,9427,700$1.45M$1.41M$7260.976841
Total: 5 · Average3.22.42,008.66,832.6$1.49M$1.49M$739.2—43.2
Median1,999$1.43M$1.43M

Market Analysis

List vs Sale $/SqFt

Sale Price Trend

Days on Market

Sale vs List Price

AI-generated CMA

This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.