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.
Property Details
Price:
$1,938,000
MLS #:
NDP2602352
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
92078sanmarcos
Listed Date:
Mar 12, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,046
Lot Size:
11,326 sqft / 0.26 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1971
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Schools
School District:
San Marcos Unified
Interior
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
CA
Laundry Features
GE, IG
Levels
S
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Main Level Bedrooms
3
Exterior
Attached Garage YN
1
Common Walls
NCW
Community Features
SDW, SL, CW, MTN, GOLF, LAKE, FISH, HIKI
Garage Spaces
3
Parking Spots
3
Parking Total
3
View
MT, NE
Financial
Map
Community
- Address1454 La Plaza DR San Marcos CA
- CitySan Marcos
- CountySan Diego
- Zip Code92078
Subdivisions in San Marcos
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in San Marcos as of Apr 04, 2026
152
Single Family Listed
60
Avg DOM
365
Avg $ / SqFt
$753,543
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 1454 La Plaza DR San Marcos CA is a Single Family for sale in San Marcos, CA, 92078. It is listed for $1,938,000 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 2,046 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1971. The current price per square foot is $947. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in San Marcos is $365. The average listing price for Single Family in San Marcos is $753,543.
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