
3503 La Mirada, San Marcos, CA 92078
3503 La Mirada, San Marcos, CA 92078
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.
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About San Marcos
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Luxury Tier · 5 active · 5 closed
San Marcos · San Marcos · Single Family Residence
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.
Active Properties (5)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1014 Skyline Place | San Marcos | 2003 | 5 | 5 | 4,065 | 14,467 | $449 | $1.82M | 80 | 46 |
| 1048 La Sombra Drive | San Marcos | 1981 | 3 | 3 | 2,041 | 8,593 | $683 | $1.40M | 11 | 37 |
| 6069 Paseo Monona | Carlsbad | 2002 | 4 | 3 | 2,269 | 5,663 | $749 | $1.70M | 33 | 33 |
| 909 Woodhaven Road | San Marcos | 2023 | 4 | 3 | 2,274 | 9,404 | $605 | $1.38M | 136 | 30 |
| 921 Cayley Avenue | San Marcos | 2023 | 5 | 5 | 3,332 | 5,200 | $480 | $1.60M | 60 | 30 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 4.2 | 3.8 | 2,796.2 | 8,665.4 | $593.2 | $1.58M | 64 | |||
| Median | 2,274 | $1.60M | ||||||||
Closed Properties (5)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1427 La Loma Drive | San Marcos | 1969 | 07/14/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,856 | 6,000 | $1.40M | $1.40M | $754 | 1.00 | 27 | 44 |
| 944 La Sombra Drive | San Marcos | 1980 | 06/24/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,999 | 7,900 | $1.47M | $1.43M | $714 | 0.97 | 27 | 44 |
| 948 Honeysuckle Drive | San Marcos | 1991 | 07/16/2026 | 4 | 3 | 2,118 | 5,663 | $1.44M | $1.44M | $680 | 1.00 | 77 | 43 |
| 1505 San Pablo Drive | San Marcos | 1970 | 11/21/2025 | 3 | 3 | 2,128 | 6,900 | $1.79M | $1.75M | $822 | 0.98 | 17 | 42 |
| 1050 San Pablo Drive | San Marcos | 1965 | 11/10/2025 | 3 | 2 | 1,942 | 7,700 | $1.45M | $1.41M | $726 | 0.97 | 68 | 41 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 3.2 | 2.4 | 2,008.6 | 6,832.6 | $1.49M | $1.49M | $739.2 | — | 43.2 | ||||
| Median | 1,999 | $1.43M | $1.43M | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.