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  • Listed by: HomeSmart Realty West • Ricardo Goldman • Contact: 760-473-9420
    $1,199,000

    1242 Via Contessa, San Marcos, CA 92069

    4beds
    2,200sqft
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    $7,594/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2000
    8,131 Square Feet Lot
    $1,201,100 Zestimate®
    $545/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Beautiful 2,200 SF, 4-bedroom (1 downstairs), 2.5-bath home situated on a private corner lot with no HOA and no Mello Roos. On the first floor, there is a laundry room and one of the bedrooms. The fully paid-off solar system provides exceptional energy savings. Inside, you’ll find a spacious living room and family room, fresh interior paint, and a comfortable, well-designed layout ready for move-in. Beyond the large driveway, the open entryway leads to a kitchen featuring high-quality cabinetry and real granite countertops. The home has been meticulously maintained throughout. The backyard is professionally landscaped with a jacuzzi, terraced retaining walls, integrated sprinklers, and proper drainage—an ideal setup for cultivating your own garden. Fruit trees add natural beauty and utility to the space. All improvements were fully permitted, and Grading Plans will be provided with an accepted offer. Located in Santa Fe Hills, this home is within walking distance of excellent schools, a community center with a pool and tennis courts, local parks, and offers quick access for Carlsbad/Oceanside commuters within the San Marcos Unified School District.
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    Ricardo Goldman DRE #01502312 760-473-9420,

    HomeSmart Realty West

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NDP2607595MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Other
      Other
      • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
      Cooling
      • Gas
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Washer
      • Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
      Features
      • Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Living Room
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 2,200 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Garage - Attached
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Entry location: First floor
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 8,131 Square Feet
      • Features: Corner Lot, Sprinkler System
      Details
      • Parcel number: 2185014100
      • Zoning: SPECIFIC P
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Condition
      • Year built: 2000

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Biking, Park
      Location
      • Region: San Marcos

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $545/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $706,172
      • Date on market: 8/21/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 3 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Cash to Existing Loan,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan

        Estimated market value

        $1,201,100

        $1.14M - $1.26M

        $4,057/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/21/2026Listed for sale$1,199,000+122%$545/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #NDP2607595 Report a problem
        5/26/2017Sold$540,000+14.9%$245/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        6/4/2015Sold$470,000+74.7%$214/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        7/19/2012Listing removed$2,300$1/sqft
        Source: EK Properties, Inc Report a problem
        6/30/2012Listed for rent$2,300$1/sqft
        Source: RentalHunt.com #243223 Report a problem
        7/20/2001Sold$269,000$122/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026-- $706,172 +2%
        2025$9,645 +2.7%$692,327 +2%
        2024$9,388 +2.2%$678,753 +2%
        2023$9,182 +0.8%$665,445 +2%
        2022$9,108 +1.8%$652,398 +2%
        2021$8,943 +10.4%$639,607 +11.6%
        2020$8,101 +31%$573,049 +2%
        2019$6,182 -20.3%$561,814 +2%
        2018$7,753 +8.9%$550,799 +13.2%
        2017$7,122 +1.3%$486,709 +2%
        2016$7,033 +29.8%$477,166 +44.3%
        2015$5,420 +1.8%$330,628 +2%
        2014$5,325 $324,152 +0.5%
        2013-- $322,688 +2%
        2012-- $316,362 +2%
        2011-- $310,160 +0.8%
        2010-- $307,843 -0.2%
        2009-- $308,575 +2%
        2008-- $302,525 +2%
        2007-- $296,594 +2%
        2006-- $290,780 +2%
        2005-- $285,079 +2%
        2004-- $279,490 +1.9%
        2003-- $274,369 +2%
        2002-- $268,990 +22.7%
        2001-- $219,300
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 92069

        Getting around

        19 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        21 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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