




1454 La Plaza Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078
Private "Single-Story" Retreat on a 1/4 Acre in Lake San Marcos!! Nestled on La Plaza Dr (the most desired street in Lake San Marcos) this beautifully upgraded single-story home offers a backyard that feels like a timeless paradise. Designed for both comfort and entertaining, the home features an inviting great-room living space with engineered wood flooring, custom lighting, built-ins, and a striking stacked-stone fireplace. The expansive kitchen centers around a large 4' x 10' island with abundant storage, Viking range top, stainless steel appliances, pot filler, subway tile backsplash, Viking wine cooler, full-extension pantry shelving, and a convenient office nook for everyday functionality. Quality craftsmanship is showcased throughout with custom solid-core doors, "Andersen" French doors with sidelights and disappearing screens, and thoughtful upgrades that enhance the home’s warmth and livability. Step outside to a private backyard paradise featuring flagstone pathways, lush mature landscaping, and a WOW waterfall feature that creates a tranquil setting for relaxing or entertaining. Car enthusiasts or hobbyists will appreciate the three-car garage, including an oversized third bay with 220 outlets, providing flexibility for a workshop, gym, or potential office conversion. Located just moments from the heart of Lake San Marcos, residents enjoy easy access to golf, dining, swimming, tennis, pickleball, and the many amenities that make this community so desirable. Spend your days enjoying sunsets, wildlife, boating parades, summer concerts, paddleboarding, kayaking, and fishing, all within this vibrant lakeside lifestyle community. FEATURES/UPGRADES INCLUDE: *Single Story Detached Home *Open Floor Plan *3 Car Garage *No HOA or Mello/Roos *Stunning & Private Backyard w/Incredible Waterfall & expansive Pergola *Flagstone walkways *Custom Oversized Shed with electrical & temp control fan *Dual Pane Windows *Solid Core Doors *50 gallon water heater w/recirculation pump *Newer 200 Amp electrical panel *Upgraded Insulation in Home & Garage *Recessed Lighting Throughout *Large easy to maintain 1/4 acre lot *Premier School District.
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
2,046
Lot Size
11,325.6 sqft
Year Built
1971
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
0
HOA Fee
N/A
Garage Total
3
MLS #
NDP2602352
Interior Features
All Bedrooms Down
Fireplace
Family Room
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
Main Level Bedrooms
3
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Cooling
Central Air
Total Parking Spaces
3
Garage Spaces
3
Attached Garage
Yes
Lot Features
Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Garden, Lawn, Ranch, Sprinkler System, Yard
Sewer
Public Sewer
Fishing, Golf, Gutters, Hiking, Lake, Mountainous, Street Lights, Sidewalks
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| Rating | School Name |
|---|---|
9 | GreatSchools High (Demo) public School • ratio 22:1 |
7 | Valley View Elementary (Demo) public School • ratio 18:1 |
6 | Lincoln Middle School (Demo) public School • ratio 20:1 |
NR | St. Mary Example Academy (Demo) private School • ratio 12:1 |
Balanced market
Avg. time on market
This is a Balanced Market. Homes are selling at a moderate pace.
Based on price, location, and features
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