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1561 La Plaza DR San Marcos, CA 92078
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Key Details
Sold Price $2,492,849
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 4,327 sqft
Price per Sqft $576
MLS Listing ID NDP2606776
Sold Date 09/08/26
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 5
Construction Status Updated/Remodeled,Repairs Major,Turnkey
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1982
Lot Size 1.060 Acres
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
Perched atop more than an acre in the coveted hills of Lake San Marcos, 1561 La Plaza Drive is a truly rare offering where exceptional design, timeless craftsmanship, and breathtaking panoramic views come together. Overlooking Lake San Marcos and the surrounding mountains, this extensively reimagined estate offers remarkable privacy while remaining just minutes from golf, dining, restaurants, shopping, and the lake. Filled with natural light, the home lives primarily as a single-level residence with soaring ceilings, an open-concept floor plan, and expansive living spaces designed to showcase the spectacular views from nearly every room. Every detail reflects an uncompromising commitment to quality, from the Italian stone finishes to the custom Western windows and doors, highlighted by a dramatic pivot entry door. The chef's kitchen features top-of-the-line JennAir appliances and opens seamlessly to the main living areas. The expansive primary suite offers a sitting area, spa-inspired bath, and walk-in closet. Configured originally as three bedrooms, the home also includes multiple bonus spaces ideal for a guest retreat, home office, fitness studio, game room, or abundant storage. Designed for comfort, efficiency, and wellness, the home features owned solar, a brand-new HVAC system, a Waterdrop X12 reverse osmosis system, and a Super V whole-house air filtration system. The grounds are equally impressive, with approximately 150 mature trees and specimen plantings—including avocado, citrus, macadamia, cherimoya, magnolias, and more—creating a private botanical sanctuary. A three-car garage and permits to build an ADU where one previously existed (buyer to verify) provide outstanding flexibility and future potential. Offering an exceptional combination of design, construction quality, privacy, square footage, and panoramic views, 1561 La Plaza Drive represents an extraordinary value and a one-of-a-kind opportunity.
Location
State CA
County San Diego
Area 92078 - San Marcos
Zoning R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
Rooms
Main Level Bedrooms 4
Interior
Interior Features Balcony, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Fireplaces Type Living Room
Equipment Air Purifier
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater, Water Purifier
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Exterior
Exterior Feature Balcony, Rain Gutters
Garage Spaces 3.0
Garage Description 3.0
Pool None
Community Features Biking, Curbs, Fishing, Hiking, Lake, Suburban
View Y/N Yes
View City Lights, Golf Course, Hills, Lake, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Panoramic, Water
Roof Type Flat
Accessibility Parking
Porch Covered, Balcony
Total Parking Spaces 3
Private Pool No
Building
Lot Description Back Yard, Sloped Down, Front Yard, Sprinkler System, Yard
Story 2
Entry Level Two
Sewer Public Sewer
Level or Stories Two
New Construction No
Construction Status Updated/Remodeled,Repairs Major,Turnkey
Schools
High Schools San Marcos
School District San Marcos Unified
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 2224400500
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
Financing Cash
Special Listing Condition Standard
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Bought with John Olson Coldwell Banker Realty
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