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  • Listed by: Camden McKay Realty • Troy Merrell • Contact: Troy@CamdenMcKay.com
    Price cut: $50K (7/16)
    $1,750,000

    1551 Via Del Corvo, San Marcos, CA 92078

    3beds
    1,672sqft
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    $11,084/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1985
    1.61 Acres Lot
    $1,688,400 Zestimate®
    $1,047/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Welcome to this beautiful hilltop retreat in San Marcos, tucked away off S. Rancho Santa Fe Road. Situated on over 1.5 private acres, this unique property offers breathtaking panoramic views, including ocean views on clear days, creating the perfect blend of privacy, tranquility, and entertaining potential. This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features a thoughtfully designed two-level layout. As you enter through the charming courtyard and front porch, you’re welcomed into a stunning kitchen with abundant seating, a breakfast bar, and an inviting dining area perfect for gatherings. The cozy living room features a fireplace and large windows that showcase the surrounding natural beauty. The bedroom wing, including the primary suite with dedicated office space, is thoughtfully separated from the main entertainment areas for added privacy and comfort. The lower level offers incredible flexibility and income potential with a bonus room, bathroom, kitchenette, private patio, and spectacular sunset views — ideal for guests, multigenerational living, or rental opportunities. Additional highlights include: -Dedicated gym room -RV or other Toy parking -Ample onsite parking, including a covered carport -Drought-tolerant landscaping with drip irrigation for low-maintenance living -Solar system and efficient mini-split A/C units -Views, Views, Views Outdoor living truly shines with multiple entertaining spaces, a fire pit, and direct access to miles of scenic hiking trails. This one-of-a-kind property must be experienced in person to fully appreciate its beauty, serenity, privacy, and unforgettable views.
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    Listed by:

    Troy Merrell DRE #01522130 Troy@CamdenMcKay.com,

    Camden McKay Realty

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NDP2605647MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 3
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Family Room
      Cooling
      • Ductless
      Appliances
      • Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside
      Features
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Family Room
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,672 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 911

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 9
      • Parking features: Garage - Attached, Carport
      • Attached garage spaces: 1
      • Carport spaces: 2
      • Covered spaces: 3
      • Uncovered spaces: 6
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Entry location: Top Floor
      • Pool features: None
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Hills, Ocean, Panoramic
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Ocean
      Lot
      • Size: 1.61 Acres
      • Features: Sloped Down
      Details
      • Parcel number: 2220603000
      • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Condition
      • Year built: 1985

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Biking, Hiking, Mountainous, Valley
      Location
      • Region: San Marcos

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $1,047/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $1,379,569
      • Annual tax amount: $16,371
      • Date on market: 6/12/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 43 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan

        Estimated market value

        $1,688,400

        $1.60M - $1.77M

        $4,288/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/16/2026Price change$1,750,000-2.8%$1,047/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #NDP2605647 Report a problem
        6/12/2026Listed for sale$1,800,000+38.5%$1,077/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #NDP2605647 Report a problem
        9/8/2021Sold$1,300,000+13.1%$778/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        8/11/2021Pending sale$1,149,000$687/sqft
        Source: Engel & Volkers #NDP2108985 Report a problem
        8/5/2021Listed for sale$1,149,000+155.3%$687/sqft
        Source: Engel & Volkers #NDP2108985 Report a problem
        3/1/2011Sold$450,000+0%$269/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        1/16/2011Price change$449,900+5.9%$269/sqft
        Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem
        1/8/2011Listed for sale--
        Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem
        10/5/2010Sold$425,000$254/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$16,371 +5.4%$1,379,569 +2%
        2024$15,538 +1.8%$1,352,520 +2%
        2023$15,262 +1.3%$1,326,000 +2%
        2022$15,064 +138%$1,300,000 +144.1%
        2021$6,329 +3.5%$532,615 +1%
        2020$6,113 +6.5%$527,155 +2%
        2019$5,741 +0.7%$516,820 +2%
        2018$5,701 +2%$506,688 +2%
        2017$5,590 +1.5%$496,754 +2%
        2016$5,506 +1.5%$487,015 +1.5%
        2015$5,427 +2.3%$479,701 +2%
        2014$5,303 $470,305 +0.5%
        2013-- $468,180 +2%
        2012-- $459,000 +2%
        2011-- $450,000 +16.2%
        2010-- $387,269 -0.2%
        2009-- $388,190 +2%
        2008-- $380,580 +2%
        2007-- $373,118 +2%
        2006-- $365,803 +2%
        2005-- $358,632 +2%
        2004-- $351,601 +1.9%
        2003-- $345,158 +3.3%
        2002-- $334,000 +7.1%
        2001-- $312,000
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Lake San Marcos

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        8 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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