San Marcos (92078) Homes with Mountain(s) View

Welcome to San Marcos, California, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of San Diego County. Known for its picturesque landscapes and vibrant community, San Marcos (92078) offers an ideal blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience. With its sunny climate, scenic parks, and top-rated schools, it’s no wonder why families and professionals alike are drawn to this charming city.

One of the standout features of San Marcos is the breathtaking mountain views that grace many of its neighborhoods. Imagine waking up to the serene sight of rolling hills and majestic peaks right outside your window. Homes with mountain views in San Marcos provide not only a stunning backdrop but also a sense of peace and connection to nature. Whether you prefer a cozy single-family home or a spacious modern estate, the real estate options here cater to a variety of lifestyles and tastes.

The community is rich with amenities, including the popular San Marcos Village shopping center, an array of dining options, and beautiful parks like Discovery Lake, which invite outdoor activities and family gatherings. Moreover, the city is conveniently located near major highways, providing easy access to the bustling cities of San Diego and Escondido.

In San Marcos, you can experience the best of both worlds—serene living with mountain views and proximity to urban conveniences. Explore the real estate opportunities today and discover your dream home in this vibrant community!

Newest San Marcos (92078) Homes with Mountain(s) View

$2,595,000

NDP2607521 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Rare opportunity to acquire approximately 51.48 acres across three parcels in the scenic rural hills of San Marcos. The property offers exceptional privacy, panoramic views and an expansive natural setting surrounded by rolling terrain, open space and rural estates. Zoned RR, the property presents potential for a private estate, recreational use, conservation ownership or long-term land investment, while remaining conveniently accessible to San Marcos, Escondido, Highway 78 and I-15. Buyer to verify zoning, allowable uses, utilities, development potential, acreage and all other property information. Contact Stevie Berman at 408-202-0611 for additional information and showing instructions.

Questhaven Road, San Marcos

$700,000

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ PTP2606030 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Offering the best location in Solaire, this beautifully updated townhome is nestled on a serene courtyard, featuring a rare ground-level patio in addition to a second floor balcony, and fewer shared walls in this unique 5-unit building. You'll quickly notice the roughly $70K recent remodel, featuring modern flooring throughout with contrasting stair risers, updated light fixtures, and a kitchen with stunning white cabinetry and backsplash, stainless appliances, quartz counters, and a gorgeously accented island with bar seating. The main floor's open floor plan includes a sizeable living room, a separate office area, a half bath, and a stacked washer & dryer. Upstairs features the primary suite with a contemporary dual vanity, a walk-in closet, and a private toilet room, along with your second bedroom and bathroom. The spacious two-car garage includes overhead storage and windows to allow natural light inside. To complete this package deal, Solaire's pool, spa, and bbq areas are calling your name!

2203 Indus Way, San Marcos

$1,758,000

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ NDP2607339 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Welcome to 566 Echo Lane, an impeccably upgraded & maintained residence located within Buenavida, a gated single-family home community in San Marcos’ desirable Discovery Hills area. Offering approximately 3,715 square feet, this spacious home features five bedrooms & four full bathrooms (w/bedroom & full bath downstairs) a three-car garage and an approximately .17-acre private lot backing to scenic walking trails. The open-concept floor plan w/large living areas is enhanced by soaring ceilings, designer finishes and an abundance of natural light. The beautifully remodeled kitchen is a showstopper & serves as the heart of the home, featuring redesigned quartz counters and island, high quality custom cabinetry with pull-out drawers, Zellige tile backsplash and premium appliances, including a GE Café refrigerator and gas range, KitchenAid dishwasher, Kohler sink and Zephyr beverage cooler. The upstairs has been thoughtfully designed for comfortable everyday living and entertaining & includes an expansive versatile loft, Jack-and-Jill bedrooms and a private east wing en-suite guest room—ideal for extended family, visitors or a home office. The primary suite features a fireplace, built-in cabinetry, his & hers walk-in closets, large jetted soaking tub & French doors that lead to a large & scenic balcony. Outdoor living is equally impressive with a built-in BBQ area, 12'x 14'gazebo, upgraded pavers, stamped concrete, cedar fencing, mature landscaping and a drip-irrigation system. Located just minutes from Discovery Lake, neighborhood trails, shopping, dining, schools, freeway access and California State University San Marcos, this centrally located property offers space, privacy and extensive upgrades in one exceptional package. FEATURES/UPGRADES INCLUDE: Quality LVP flooring throughout w/six inch baseboards *Incredible kitchen remodel *Upgraded windows & doors *3 car garage *Owned Solar(28 panels) *Dual Zone air-conditioning system(w/Nest thermostat) *Custom crown molding *Quality window shutters *Newly painted exterior *Custom hardwood stairs & railing *Vivint security and Blink exterior camera system *Privately secured gate w/direct access to walking trails from backyard *Pristinely kept mature landscaping *Large indoor Laundry Rm w/sink & extensive storage * Bedroom & full bathroom downstairs.

566 Echo Lane, San Marcos

$650,000

NDP2607313 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Vacant land in the desirable Coronado Hills area of San Marcos, offering stunning views in multiple directions. This .82-acre lot is ready for your dream home, with the driveway already graded up to a level building pad, septic tank installed, and water line brought up to the pad. A rare opportunity to build in a sought-after neighborhood with the groundwork already in place.

920 Cycad Drive, San Marcos

$600,000

NDP2607177 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Views, views, views for miles. 8.32 acres ready for you to build your dream home. Exclusive Coronado Hills area of San Marcos. Up a private road to an area with just a few homes so lots of privacy. Design the home you have always wanted with views almost all the way around. Water and electric are at the street. Photo with property lines shows approximate location of lines. It is like being at the top of the world up there.

Crestwind Drive, San Marcos

$1,895,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ NDP2607157 MLS ⋅ Active Status

1648 Milan is an absolute stunner located in the beautiful gated community of Azure at San Elijo Hills! This immaculately maintained and meticulously upgraded home is tucked at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, offering mountain, ocean, and city lights views. With nearly $400,000 in upgrades throughout, this 3,334 sq ft home offers four bedrooms, a versatile loft, and three bathrooms, along with owned solar and a Tesla Powerwall battery backup for energy independence from day one. New wide-plank luxury vinyl flooring flows throughout the entire home, paired with new six-inch baseboards for a clean, cohesive feel from room to room. The open-concept layout seamlessly connects the kitchen, dining room, and family room, with direct access to the backyard entertaining space. The remodeled kitchen showcases an oversized Mont Blanc quartzite island, a full-height quartzite slab backsplash, updated hardware, a refinished vent hood, and a suite of stainless steel appliances. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a private retreat with its own fireplace and direct access to the expanded view deck. The remodeled primary bathroom features dual vanities with Mont Blanc quartzite countertops, a freestanding soaking tub, a frameless glass shower, and large-format tile walls. The secondary bathroom showcases a frameless glass shower enclosure with coordinating designer tile, while the hallway and bathroom cabinetry have been refinished to match the cabinetry throughout the home. Additional upgrades include custom paint throughout in Benjamin Moore Pale Oak, a refinished staircase banister, and a refinished front entry door with new hardware. A three-car garage offers ample space for parking and storage. The backyard is designed for entertaining around a covered outdoor living room, created by the extended upper-level deck. Enjoy the California lifestyle with a built-in BBQ island, elegant fire pit with ample seating, and a private hot tub. Upstairs, the expanded view deck spans the width of the home and is softened by a lush living roof feature of succulents along its edge, offering sweeping hillside views while still capturing the ocean. Set behind the gates of one of San Elijo Hills' most desirable neighborhoods, this San Marcos home is close to top-rated schools and just minutes from San Elijo Town Center, community trails, and parks. Turnkey and move-in ready, this Azure home offers the very best of North County coastal living. Located within the highly regarded San Marcos High School district. Seller to select services. Room dimensions and square footage are approximate per builder and assessor records. Mello-Roos is estimated. All MLS and marketing information is approximate and not guaranteed.

1648 Milan Way, San Marcos

$1,560,000

5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ NDP2607062 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Rarely available in the gated Vientos community of Rancho Tesoro, this beautifully upgraded 2018 home features a highly desirable floor plan with two primary suites-perfect for multigenerational living or extended guests. The downstairs suite offers private backyard access, a walk-in closet, and its own stackable washer and dryer, while the upstairs suite includes two oversized walk-in closets. Situated on one of the largest lots in the neighborhood, the backyard is designed for entertaining with a built-in BBQ bar, outdoor refrigerator, two covered patios, a fire pit, and a finished detached flex space with electricity and windows—ideal as a home office, art studio, hobby room or retreat. Additional highlights include owned solar, tankless water heater, Lutron smart lighting, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and designer faux wood blinds throughout. Residents enjoy Vientos vibrant community events, resort style pool, and convenient location just minutes from Discovery Lake, Double Peak Park and Trails, shopping, dining, Friday Farmers Market and top tier schools. This is a rare opportunity to own one of Rancho Tesoro's most desirable homes.

128 Unity Lane, San Marcos

$1,549,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ NDP2606837 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Spectacular like-new home in San Marcos! Welcome to this fully remodeled single-level home on over half an acre, offering 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2 offices within the San Marcos Unified School District. Enter through the handcrafted door into an open floor plan with new luxury vinyl flooring, designer paint, and upgraded finishes throughout. The living room includes a beautiful white oak media cabinet and large picture windows that fill the home with light. The kitchen features quartz countertops, new smart appliances, recessed lighting, and floating white oak shelving. The primary suite is a retreat of its own. It includes a spacious walk-in closet, a private sliding door to its own outdoor sitting area, and a bathroom with a soaking tub, double vanity, curated stone countertops, and a walk-in shower with pebble flooring. Three additional bedrooms and two offices offer built-in desk space, thoughtful shelving, and generous closets. Step outside to a true resort-style backyard: a freshly resurfaced sparkling pool and spa, an outdoor fireplace, a pizza oven, and a built-in BBQ. Mature trees provide shade and privacy, while an oversized shed with a bonus room and attic adds flexible space. There's even room for an RV, boat, or future ADU. Additional upgrades include a new roof, owned solar, new HVAC, and a Tesla charging station. This home has it all! Located minutes from shopping, restaurants, top-rated San Marcos schools, and a quick drive to the coast, making this home North County living at its best.

3227 Oleander Avenue, San Marcos

$2,349,000

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ NDP2606776 MLS ⋅ Active Status

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.

1561 La Plaza Drive, San Marcos

$715,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ NDP2606534 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Welcome to this beautifully remodeled top-floor, 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo in the highly sought-after Fairway Knolls community of Lake San Marcos. Just eight easy steps lead to this light-filled upper-level home, with a front and back patio, vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace, and a living room sliding door framing the unobstructed 180-degree views of mountains, the Lake San Marcos neighborhood, the driving range and the 10th and 18th holes of The Links at Lakehouse Golf Course. The completely remodeled kitchen features quartz and quartzite countertops, new stainless steel appliances, and soft-close cabinetry. Throughout the home you'll find luxury vinyl plank flooring, recessed lighting, fresh neutral paint, updated electrical outlets and switches, newer windows, and generous storage. Two secondary bedrooms feature custom IKEA closet organizers and wood shutters, while the spacious primary suite offers a walk-in closet with a custom IKEA organization system, dual vanities, and a beautifully tiled walk-in shower with a frameless glass enclosure. Skylights in both bathrooms fill the spaces with natural light. The home includes an assigned covered carport with additional storage, plus ample guest parking nearby. Ideally located just steps from the community pool, tennis/pickleball court, and clubhouse, the Fairway Knolls community has recently completed an extensive exterior renovation, and the special assessment has already been paid. HOA dues include water, cable, internet, and trash. Beyond the community, enjoy everything Lake San Marcos has to offer, including waterfront dining at Amalfi, golf, boating, kayaking, live entertainment, and optional membership amenities, making this the perfect opportunity to embrace the resort-style lifestyle that Lake San Marcos is known for. The HOA covers water, cable/internet, and trash, while residents also enjoy access to the community pool, tennis courts, and clubhouse. The Fairway Knolls community has recently undergone an extensive exterior renovation, and the seller has already paid the special assessment, offering added value and peace of mind to the new owner. Located in the vibrant Lake San Marcos neighborhood, you'll have the option to enjoy nearby restaurants, lake activities, and membership opportunities, making this an exceptional opportunity to enjoy resort-style living with spectacular golf course and mountain views in one of North County's most sought-after communities.

1940 Fairway Circle Drive, San Marcos

$669,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ NDP2606479 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Beautifully and extensively remodeled, unique, upper floor, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, end unit condo with open floor plan and expansive mountain view for sale in the coveted Lake San Marcos community! Located at the quiet, private end of the building, this condo was thoughtfully remodeled. The kitchen sparkles with granite counters, glass tile backsplash and shaker cabinets. More importantly, the kitchen walls were removed to create the most open and seamless great room design you can imagine. The expanded vanity in the primary suite offers dual sinks. A door from the living room into the secondary bathroom was added so guests don't have to walk awkwardly through a bedroom to access it. Recessed lighting and large windows keep it light and bright while updated dual pane windows, three ceiling fans, a breeze-through security door, and Quiet Rock drywall in the bedrooms keep it cool and quiet. The entire interior was freshly repainted and the exterior is in the process of getting new exterior paint. Enjoy the view from the spacious balcony accessible from both the living room and primary bedroom or take a 5 minute walk (literally, we timed it) on the adjacent walking path down to see sparkling Lake San Marcos and the community's shops and restaurants. For a separate fee you can join the golf club and/or get a "Lake and Lodge Membership" to take advantage of the pool, gym, lake amenities (including sandy "beach"), tennis and pickleball courts within walking distance. Kids can walk to several area schools including highly rated San Marcos High School. Behind the private, detached, single stall garage is a large golf-cart parking garage/storage room for your use only. A permit-only parking lot exclusively for residents' use provides an additional parking space. The HOA fee covers water, sewer, trash and garage electricity. This unit is a MUST-SEE!

1017 Martina Court, San Marcos

$399,999

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ NDP2606222 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Land-owned 55+ community • Panoramic hillside & sunset views • Single-level living • 433A permanent foundation • Nearby parks, shopping & SR-78. Perched high on a hill in La Moree Estates, this land-owned 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers approximately 1,440 square feet plus an enclosed sunroom with panoramic hillside views, colorful sunsets, abundant natural light, and year-round breezes. Situated on a recorded 433A permanent foundation, this single-level residence combines the benefits of land ownership with low HOA dues in a resident-owned community. The spacious floor plan features a large living room, dining area, and enclosed sunroom that provides additional space for relaxing or entertaining while enjoying the elevated views. Recent improvements include updated plumbing, updated windows, new carpet, ceiling fans, central air conditioning, a water softener, and an approximately four-year-old roof. The kitchen offers generous cabinet and counter space, while both bedrooms provide comfortable living and ample storage. A built-in storage shed and mature orange and lemon trees enhance the outdoor space. La Moree Estates offers a clubhouse, community pool, RV parking, and common recreation areas, with HOA dues including water, sewer, trash, cable TV, internet, and common area maintenance. Conveniently located near Jack's Pond Park, shopping, restaurants, grocery stores, Kaiser Permanente San Marcos Medical Offices, Palomar Medical Center, and SR-78 for easy access throughout North County San Diego. Now offered with a $20,000 price reduction, presenting an exceptional opportunity to own a land-owned home with panoramic views, extensive community amenities, and a convenient San Marcos location.

1175 La Moree Road Unit 85, San Marcos

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