New$1,300,000
1276 San Pablo Dr
San Marcos, CA 92078
4 beds3 baths2,089 sqft
COLLEGE TOWN WITH ENERGY
Find Your Dream Home in San Marcos
The educational heart of North County. Discover family-friendly neighborhoods, incredible views, and modern master-planned living.
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- 5.0 on Zillow (18 reviews)5.0 on Google
Median price$1.02M
Active listings155
Walk score33Car-dependent
To downtown40 min
MARKET SNAPSHOT — JULY 2026
How San Marcos is moving right now.
San Marcos is experiencing a "negotiation window" as days on market have climbed to 49 days. While the median sold price has softened by 6.5% over the last year, the high median active price ($1.02M) indicates that sellers in premium pockets like San Elijo Hills are still aiming for seven-figure exits, even as buyers push for price adjustments.
Median sold price$960K↓ 3.6% vs last year
Days on market17↑ 3 days slower
Sale-to-list99.8%↑ 0.5 pts
Months of supply2.5Seller's market
Based on 184 sales in the last 90 days
Why Buyers Love San Marcos
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CSUSM & Palomar College
A vibrant university town atmosphere that brings culture, energy, and educational opportunities to the city.
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North City Development
A modern, "urban-suburban" hub with trendy eateries, shops, and a walkable city-center vibe.
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Trails & Double Peak Park
Incredible hiking and mountain biking trails with some of the best panoramic views in the county.
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Sprinter Access
Convenient light rail access connecting you to the rest of North County and the coast.
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San Marcos "Restaurant Row"
A long-standing local favorite for dining, currently undergoing major modern renovations.
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Modern Master-Planned Communities
From San Elijo Hills to Santa Fe Hills, the city offers some of the best-designed family neighborhoods in SD.
For Sale · San Marcos
Homes for sale in San Marcos
New
Open Tmrw$674,800
257 Mission Villas Rd
San Marcos, CA 92069
3 beds3 baths1,331 sqft
Open Today$825,000
1600 Avery Rd
San Marcos, CA 92078
3 beds3 baths1,740 sqft
New$1,095,000
502 Via Del Caballo
San Marcos, CA 92078
3 beds3 baths2,445 sqft
New$480,000
209 Woodland Pkwy #121
San Marcos, CA 92069
2 beds2 baths908 sqft
New$485,000
204 Woodland Pkwy #220
San Marcos, CA 92069
2 beds2 baths940 sqft
Open Today$1,799,000
1499 La Linda Dr
San Marcos, CA 92078
4 beds3 baths2,536 sqft
New$379,000
224 Woodland Pkwy #260
San Marcos, CA 92069
1 bed1 bath651 sqft
Your San Marcos Agent
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
Local expertise you can trust.
“Helpful! Knowledgeable! Ready with facts, patient, realistic. He helped us sort through dozens of properties, offering valuable information in a timely way. He is an EXCELLENT listener and quickly realized our priorities. He worked around our limited schedules. Couldn't ask for a better partner and advocate in searching for our home.”
juliebrooksclay
Closed in 2017 · Hidden Meadows (Escondido)
“Brittany is the best real estate agent I could have ever asked for. She answered all of our questions (even questions that didn’t directly pertain to her role). She gave us confidence to make the best decision for our family and helped us feel in control during the negation process and all the signing of the documents etc. we will use her when we buy our second property!! Use her to buy your home! You won’t regret it! She’s also just fun to hang out with.”
tyler0292
Closed in 2020 · Lemon Grove
“Andrew helped my wife and I buy our first home, and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to any of our friends or family. He worked with us to squeeze in numerous viewings across SD County until we found a home we felt ready to make an offer on. He is knowledgeable about the market and was very helpful in navigating the home buying process, including working with the sellers to secure extensions despite some unexpected lender delays. Overall it was a pleasure working with Andrew and we’ll be calling him if we find ourselves back in the market!”
Karl K
Closed in 2022 · Scripps Ranch
THE FIELD NOTE
The Educational & Strategic Hub of North County
A quick summary from Andrew Ice, Broker
San Marcos has evolved from a quiet stop along Highway 78 into a college town with real energy. Home to Cal State San Marcos (CSUSM) and Palomar College, it feels younger and more active than many of its neighbors.
That college-town vibe is balanced by polished master-planned communities like San Elijo Hills, where you get hilltop views that stretch to the ocean and a walkable town-square layout.
“It's the rare city where you can get ocean views, trail access, and a college-town pulse—all without the coastal price tag.”
For buyers, San Marcos sits between the coastal price tags of Carlsbad and the more rural feel of Vista. You're about 20 minutes to the beach. You'll find new high-density living in the North City development, older ranch homes with equestrian potential, and everything in between. The city has over 60 miles of trails and big community parks, which makes it popular with active families. If you want access to good schools, outdoor space, and a city that's still building out, San Marcos is a solid choice.
Thinking about San Marcos? Let's talk inventory, neighborhoods, and what it really takes to buy here. We'll help you find the right fit at the right price.
Nearby Schools
Top-rated schools in the area.
Elementary
Paloma Elementary School
10Rating
Elementary
Discovery Elementary School
9Rating
High
San Marcos High School
8Rating
High
Mission Hills High School
7Rating
FREQUENTLY ASKED
The questions we hear most.
College-town energy balanced by polished master-planned communities. Home to Cal State San Marcos and Palomar College, so it feels younger and more active. You also get hilltop ocean views in San Elijo Hills, walkable town centers, and over 60 miles of trails.
Yes. It sits between the coastal price tags of Carlsbad and the more rural feel of Vista. You get access to the beach (about 20 minutes), good schools, and outdoor space without paying coastal premiums.
Diverse: new high-density living in North City, polished master-planned homes in San Elijo Hills with ocean views, older ranch-style homes with equestrian potential, and family-friendly neighborhoods. There's a price point for nearly every buyer.
Absolutely. Good schools (San Marcos Unified), over 60 miles of trails, big community parks, and active family-oriented neighborhoods—especially in San Elijo Hills. It's popular with families who want outdoor access and room to grow.
Active, young, and still evolving. College-town vibe near CSUSM, walkable town centers, outdoor trails, and a city that's still building out. It's less polished than Carlsbad, but more energetic than older inland suburbs.