Modern luxury with endless potential! Discover a fully upgraded gem set on a sprawling 0.73 acre lot, offering limitless possibilities in a prime location! Boasting generous space and stunning views, this property serves as the perfect canvas for your creativity. The first floor features three spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms, complemented by an open concept living space that overlooks the stylish kitchen with white shaker cabinets, Calcutta quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The second level includes two secondary bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bathroom, and a generous primary suite boasting a spa-like bathroom, walk-in closet and two balconies to enjoy the surrounding views. This home provides serenity while remaining conveniently close to schools, shopping, freeway access, and is zoned for sought-after San Marcos High School! Whether you envision adding an ADU, building your dream pool, parking cars / RV / boat / trailer, storing all your work vehicles and outdoor gear, the choice is yours!
Sold for $1,285,000
$1,285,000
3355 Descanso Ave, San Marcos, CA 92078
6beds
2,266sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1980
0.73 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$567/sqft
$4,638 Estimated rent
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Two balconiesSpa-like bathroomFully upgraded gemOpen concept living spaceSurrounding viewsPrimary suiteCalcutta quartz countertops
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Listed by:
Ilana C Huff DRE #01395813 760-917-8833,
Compass
Bought with:
Jason Nowak, DRE #01895743
Allison James Estates & Homes
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 250029266
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Originating MLS: SDMLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Heating
- Forced Air Unit
Cooling
- Central Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven
- Laundry: Other/Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,266
- Total interior livable area: 2,266 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Attached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: 2 Story
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountains/Hills
Lot
- Size: 0.73 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 2172410100
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
- Zoning description: R-1:SINGLE
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: San Marcos
- Subdivision: SAN MARCOS
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 | Sold | $1,285,000-0.7%$567/sqft |
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| 10/10/2025 | Pending sale | $1,294,000$571/sqft |
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| 9/9/2025 | Price change | $1,294,000-0.4%$571/sqft |
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| 7/8/2025 | Price change | $1,299,000-7.1%$573/sqft |
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| 6/2/2025 | Price change | $1,399,000+11.9%$617/sqft |
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| 12/9/2021 | Pending sale | $1,250,000$552/sqft |
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| 12/9/2021 | Price change | $1,250,000+4.2%$552/sqft |
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| 12/2/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,199,900$530/sqft |
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| 11/30/2021 | Pending sale | $1,199,900$530/sqft |
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| 11/23/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,199,900+33.3%$530/sqft |
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| 8/19/2021 | Sold | $900,000$397/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15,018 +1.8% | $1,300,500 +2% |
| 2023 | $14,753 +1.3% | $1,275,000 +2% |
| 2022 | $14,563 +276.2% | $1,250,000 +324% |
| 2021 | $3,871 +0.8% | $294,811 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,839 +22.2% | $291,789 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,142 -15.1% | $286,068 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,700 +1.4% | $280,460 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,649 +1.3% | $274,962 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,602 +1.2% | $269,572 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,558 +1.9% | $265,523 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,490 | $260,323 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $259,147 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $254,067 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $249,087 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $247,227 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $247,816 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $242,958 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $238,195 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $233,525 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $228,948 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $224,460 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $220,347 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $216,028 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $211,793 |
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Neighborhood: 92078
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10La Mirada AcademyGrades: K-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10San Marcos High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
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