704 Merit Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078 - Photo 1

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$1,225,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
3 Full Baths
2,646 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Welcome to 704 Merit Drive. A 4BR/3BA home located on the desirable west end of the gated Rancho Tesoro community. Enjoy ocean breezes and no traffic noise from the community gates in this peaceful and private location. With 2,646 sq ft of open-concept living, this residence features a main-level guest suite, chef's kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and custom cabinetry. Upstairs offers a versatile loft, two guest bedrooms, and a spacious primary suite. Recent upgrades include interior paint and custom window shutters. Community perks include parks, quick access to scenic San Marcos trails, Discovery Lake and South Lake and top-rated San Marcos schools, including Discovery Elementary School. Rancho Tesoro has fun for everyone, with neighborhood events throughout the year. Zoned for the top-rated San Marcos schools and minutes from dining, shopping, and freeway access. Low HOA, energy-efficient utilities, and a 2-car garage with additional 2-car driveway. A rare opportunity to own in a highly sought-after location!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 704 Merit Dr

General

Sold For: $1,225,000
HOA FEE: $238/month
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: SANDICOR
MLS ID: 250030188
Added to Site: 219 day(s) ago

Interior

Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Built In Range, Freezer, Counter Top

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 3

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4

Other Rooms

Laundry: Gas

Additional Information

Shared Pool: Yes
Pool: Yes
Pool Description: Community/Common

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage

Location

Area: SAN MARCOS (92078)
County: San Diego
Subdivision: SAN MARCOS
Neighborhood: Rancho Tesoro
Driving Directions: Contact Francesca 8588292020 for Gate Code

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: Exterior Building Maintenance

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Forced Air
Heating Type: Forced Air Unit
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Meter on Property

Structural Information

Detached/Attached: Detached
Construction: Stucco
Roof: Tile/Clay
Stories/Levels: 2
Square Feet: 2,646
Living Area: 2,646 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 2019

Lot Features

Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
Fencing (Description): Full

Financial Considerations

Association Fee: $238
Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
Terms: Cash, Conventional

Disclosures and Reports

Prop. Restrictions: CC&R's
Property ID: 222-174-17-06

Listed by Compass (858) 375-7394, Talechia L Plumlee-Baker
Sold by eXp Realty of Southern California, Inc. (858) 229-2181, Stephanie Jezek

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Schools

Schools serving 704 Merit Dr

School District:San Marcos Unified School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Discovery Elementary School, San Marcos, CA 730 Applewilde Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078	K-5	1.4 mi
San Elijo Middle School 1600 Schoolhouse Way, San Marcos, CA 92078	6-8	2.2 mi
Mission Hills High School 1 Mission Hills Court, San Marcos, CA 92069	9-12	2.2 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 704 Merit Dr

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

7/21/2025

Sold

$1,225,000

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MLS

6/11/2025

Listed

$1,225,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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