1159 Elfin Forest Rd E, San Marcos, CA 92078
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1159 Elfin Forest Rd E
San Marcos, CA 92078

  • 2 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,480 sqft (on 2.43 acres)

$756,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,650/mo*
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$756,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,650/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,480 sqft
(on 2.43 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$757K
Since last month
Increased$7K (+0.9%)
Since last year
Increased$14K (+1.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$262K (+52.8%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +78% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$757K
July 2026$750K
June 2026$733K
May 2026$733K
April 2026$732K
March 2026$732K
February 2026$730K
January 2026$728K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1768 Morgans Ave, San Marcos, CA
0.18
Townhouse
$787,500
04/15/26
2
2.5
1,515
1113 Goddard St, San Marcos, CA
0.06
Townhouse
$865,000
07/09/26
3
2.5
1,740
1361 Abbey Ln, San Marcos, CA
0.22
Townhouse
$700,000
03/25/26
2
2.5
1,481
1353 Abbey Ln, San Marcos, CA
0.21
Townhouse
$710,000
09/25/25
3
2.5
1,401
1613 Avery Rd, San Marcos, CA
0.07
Townhouse
$784,000
07/07/26
2
2.5
1,515
1373 Cattail Ct, San Marcos, CA
0.23
Townhouse
$655,000
09/02/25
2
2.5
1,258
1234 Highbluff Ave, San Marcos, CA
0.35
Townhouse
$715,000
04/06/26
2
2.5
1,144
1101 Goddard St, San Marcos, CA
0.07
Townhouse
$865,000
08/17/26
3
3
1,740
1192 Highbluff Ave, San Marcos, CA
0.23
Townhouse
$689,000
09/18/25
2
2.5
1,144
1664 Sunnyside Ave, San Marcos, CA
0.59
Townhouse
$695,000
07/06/26
2
2
1,342

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1139 Elfin Forest Rd E, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.00
$707,200
2
2.5
1,258
Off Market
1151 Elfin Forest Rd E, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.00
$815,500
3
3.5
1,603
Off Market
1199 Elfin Forest Rd E, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.00
$717,800
2
2.5
1,258
Off Market
1131 Elfin Forest Rd E, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.00
$733,500
3
2
1,401
Off Market
1264 San Elijo Rd N, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.01
$800,000
2
2.5
1,480
Recently Sold
1178 Elfin Forest Rd W, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.02
$828,300
2
2.5
1,401
Off Market
1119 Elfin Forest Rd E, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.02
$825,200
3
3.5
1,603
Off Market
1276 San Elijo Rd N, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.05
$841,000
3
3
1,681
Recently Sold
1120 Goddard St, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.06
$745,700
2
2
1,454
Off Market
1135 Goddard St, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.06
$828,700
3
3.5
1,515
Off Market
1113 Goddard St, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.06
$865,000
3
2.5
1,740
Recently Sold
1613 Avery Rd, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.07
$784,000
2
2.5
1,515
Recently Sold

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1159 Elfin Forest Rd E.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Townhouse
Year Built
2004
Lot Size
2.43 acres
Living Area
1,480 sqft
Price/Sqft
$511
Parking
Garage

About this House

** SOLD BY THE JONVILLE TEAM, CONTACT US TO SCHEDULE A HOME EVALUATION AND MARKETING CONSULTATION ** Located right in the heart of San Elijo Hills in Village Square, this fantastic townhome offers mountain, park and community views with office at entry level. Beautiful upgrades include bamboo flooring throughout, travertine in baths, new carpet in bedrooms, granite kitchen counters, custom paint, a/c, crown molding and custom lighting. Second floor boasts an "open living" concept, with spacious kitchen, dining and living rooms, plus view balcony off dining room. Immaculate and move-in ready with fridge/washer/dryer!
1159 Elfin Forest Rd E, San Marcos, CA 92078 is a 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,480 sqft townhouse built in 2004. It last sold for $495,000 on May 15, 2018. More recently, it was listed as a rental in February 2018 with an asking price of $2,600 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 16, 2018. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $756,500, with a rent estimate of $3,511/month.

Home Details for 1159 Elfin Forest Rd E

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Tile, Other, Carpet, Hardwood
Interior Details
Additional StorageAtticNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Master Bath, OfficeStorageCeiling Fan
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Other, TileExterior: Other, Stucco, Wood, Brick, Cement ConcretePatioSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached, Off Street, On Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2004Year Updated: 2004
Property Type / Style
Property Type: TownhouseArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2.43 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 15, 2018
Source: N/A
Sold
$495,000
Apr 15, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$495,000
Mar 23, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$495,000
Mar 16, 2018
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
$2,495
Mar 10, 2018
Source: N/A
PriceChange
$2,495
Price decreased by 3%

Market trends in San Marcos

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$941K
$11.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.7%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$524
$9MoM
Available listings
216
12MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about San Marcos

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  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 85 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 85 % Say car is needed

  • 77 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say parking is easy

  • 70 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 69 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 69 % Say kids play outside

  • 68 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 62 % Say it's quiet

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 58 % Say there's wildlife

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 37 % Say there are community events

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Frequently asked questions about 1159 Elfin Forest Rd E

  • What is 1159 Elfin Forest Rd E estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1159 Elfin Forest Rd E in San Marcos, CA is $756,500.
  • What is the price history for 1159 Elfin Forest Rd E?
    1159 Elfin Forest Rd E in San Marcos, CA last sold for $495,000 in May 2018.
  • Is San Marcos a buyer's or seller's market?
    San Marcos is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in San Marcos?
    The median sale price in San Marcos is $941K. That is up $11.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 1159 Elfin Forest Rd E have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1159 Elfin Forest Rd E in San Marcos, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 1159 Elfin Forest Rd E have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1159 Elfin Forest Rd E in San Marcos, CA has in-unit laundry.

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