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$2,349,000
37 Days On Site

1561 La Plaza Drive
San Marcos, CA 92078

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
4
Beds
5
Total Baths
5
Full Baths
4,327
SqFt
$543
/SqFt
1982
Built
County:
San Diego
Listed by Drew Davis of Compass (760) 766-6543
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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 plantingsincluding avocado, citrus, macadamia, cherimoya, magnolias, and morecreating 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.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$2,349,000
Days On Site 
37 Days
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
4,327 sqft
Total Baths 
5
Full Baths 
5
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
1.06 Acres
Year Built 
1982
MLS® Number 
NDP2606776
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
a week agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
2 weeks agoPrice changed to $2,349,000
a month agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
3
Number Of Stories 
2
Parking Spaces 
3
Property Condition 
Updated/Remodeled
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
SqFt Total 
4327
Zoning 
R-1:SINGLE
Interior Features
Appliances 
DishwasherDisposalMicrowaveRefrigeratorWater PurifierGas CooktopGas Water HeaterTankless Water Heater
Cooling 
Central Air
Fireplace Features 
Living Room
Heating 
Forced AirNatural Gas
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Exterior Features
Roof 
Flat
View 
Golf CoursePanoramicWaterNeighborhoodCity LightsMountain(s)
Waterview 
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Community Features
Community Features 
Curbs
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventional
School District 
San Marcos Unified School Distri
Schools
School District
San Marcos Unified School Distri
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
Listed by Drew Davis of Compass (760) 766-6543



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