Enjoy one of the most desirable locations in the heart of San Elijo Hills, just steps from Town Square, local restaurants, parks, and top-rated schools. Freshly updated and move-in ready, this Village Square townhome features new carpet, fresh interior paint, and new countertops. The versatile floor plan offers an entry level bonus room ideal for a home office, gym, or flex space, along with direct access to the attached tandem 2 car garage. The main living level showcases an open concept layout with a dining area, balcony, and stylish kitchen that overlooks the living room. Upstairs, you'll find the primary suite and a secondary bedroom suite with its own bathroom, providing comfort and privacy. With low maintenance living and an unbeatable location at the heart of the community, this is an amazing opportunity to experience the San Elijo Hills lifestyle with everyday conveniences just outside your door!
For sale
Listed by: Compass
$749,000
1271 Elfin Forest Rd E, San Marcos, CA 92078
2beds
1,480sqft
Townhouse
Built in 2004
2.51 Acres Lot
$739,200 Zestimate®
$506/sqft
$388/mo HOA
What's special
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Listed by:
Ilana Huff DRE #01395813 ilana@huffteam.com,
Compass
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NDP2606002
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)Loading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Primary Suite
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,480 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Balcony
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 2.51 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 2236300755
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Hiking, Park
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Maintenance Grounds, Trash
- HOA fee: $388 monthly
- HOA name: Village Square
- HOA phone: 800-428-5588
Location
- Region: San Marcos
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $506/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $394,043
- Annual tax amount: $6,311
- Date on market: 6/23/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$739,200
$702,000 - $776,000
$3,768/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $749,000+134.1%$506/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #NDP2606002 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2013 | Sold | $320,000+29.3%$216/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/8/2012 | Sold | $247,500-2.9%$167/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2011 | Listed for sale | $255,000+16.8%$172/sqft |
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2011 | Sold | $218,250-44.2%$147/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2004 | Sold | $391,000$264/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,311 +4.6% | $394,043 +2% |
| 2024 | $6,035 +2.8% | $386,318 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,871 +0.3% | $378,744 +2% |
| 2022 | $5,853 +2.1% | $371,319 +2% |
| 2021 | $5,736 +1.5% | $364,039 +1% |
| 2020 | $5,649 +48.7% | $360,307 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,798 -31.5% | $353,243 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,544 -0.4% | $346,318 +2% |
| 2017 | $5,567 +0.5% | $339,528 +2% |
| 2016 | $5,539 +1.8% | $332,872 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,441 +1.5% | $327,873 +2% |
| 2014 | $5,362 | $321,452 +27.3% |
| 2013 | -- | $252,450 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $247,500 -16.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $296,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $296,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $296,000 -20% |
| 2008 | -- | $370,000 -9% |
| 2007 | -- | $406,538 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $398,567 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $390,752 +195.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $132,367 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92078
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10San Elijo Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10San Elijo Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 8/10San Marcos High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
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