1259 Elfin Forest Rd E, San Marcos, CA 92078
OFF MARKET
Listed by Nicolas Jonville, Keller Williams Realty, (760) 476-9997 . Bought with North Compass Realty

1259 Elfin Forest Rd E
San Marcos, CA 92078

  • 2 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,258 sqft

$723,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,453/mo*
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$723,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,453/mo*
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2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,258 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Condo
Year Built
2004
Living Area
1,258 sqft
Price/Sqft
$575
Parking
2 Car Garage
HOA
$382/Monthly

About this House

Incredible opportunity and terrific price! Three story townhome in the heart of San Elijo Hills -walk to all community amenities! Features an open kitchen, dining and living room plus 1/2 bath on the main floor, along with 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths and laundry closet upstairs. Enjoy your cup of coffee in the morning on the private balcony off the living room. Kitchen features stainless steel appliances and eat-in breakfast nook. Wood flooring with Spanish tiles, AC, updated lighting and ceiling fans plus 2 car attached garage (side by side). Washer/Dryer/Fridge convey. Priced to sell! Walk to schools, coffee shop, town center shops and restaurants, grocery store and neighborhood parks and trails. Village Square community is in the heart of San Elijo Hills Community, and includes high ranking schools (Middle & Elementary), ballparks, soccer field, picnic and barbecue areas, playgrounds, dog park, community center, 18 miles of trails,19 acre park and 1000 acres of open space. Seller to select services. Room dimensions & Sq. footage are approximate, per builder & assessor's record. Mello-roos is estimated. All MLS & marketing info is approximate & not guaranteed.
1259 Elfin Forest Rd E, San Marcos, CA 92078 is a 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,258 sqft condo built in 2004. It last sold for $620,000 on Sep 17, 2025 (1% below the $625,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2025 with an asking price of $3,650 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 16, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $723,900, with a rent estimate of $3,345/month.

Home Details for 1259 Elfin Forest Rd E

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Entry Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Other
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1258 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas AvailableAppliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, WasherDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Laundry ClosetMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,See RemarksHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneSpa: NoneNo FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, See Remarks, Tile, WoodCommon Walls: End Unit, No One Above, No One Below
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Number of Stories: 3Levels: Three Or MoreEntry Location: Front DoorFloors: Carpet, See Remarks, Tile, Wood
View
Has a ViewView: Neighborhood
Security
Security: Fire Sprinkler System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Concrete TileFencing: NoneFoundation: Concrete PerimeterNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Door-Single,Garage,Garage Door Opener,None
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2004
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: CondominiumStructure Type: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Contemporary
Building
Construction Materials: Drywall, Concrete, StuccoAttached To Another Structure
Property Information
Included in Sale: Washer/Dryer/FridgeParcel Number: 2236300752

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $625,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Sep 05 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: San Marcos
School Information
High School District: San Marcos Unified

Community

Community Features: Curbs, SidewalksNot Senior CommunityUnits in Building: 121

HOA

HOA Name: MERIT/ VILLAGE SQHOA Phone: 858-457-0200Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)Has an HOAHOA Fee: $382/Monthly

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, Cal Vet Loan, FHA, VA Loan

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Park Name: Village Square, San Elijo Hills

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: NDP2508477Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 760-471-5098Activation Date: Wed Sep 03 2025Back On Market Date: Thu Sep 04 2025Common Interest: CondominiumStart Showing Date: Wed Sep 03 2025Universal Property Id: US-06073-N-2236300752-R-N

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Maintenance Grounds,Other,Trash
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Nicolas Jonville DRE #01410224, (760) 471-5098
Keller Williams Realty
Brooke Murdock DRE #01900731, (619) 446-7288
Keller Williams Realty
Bought with: Nadia Colucci DRE #01333604, (760) 214-1802, North Compass Realty
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
Source: CRMLS, MLS#NDP2508477

Price History for 1259 Elfin Forest Rd E

DatePriceEventSource
10/16/2025$3,595ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
10/03/2025$3,595PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
09/29/2025$3,650Listed For RentZillow Rentals
09/17/2025$620,000Sold
CRMLS #NDP2508477
09/08/2025$625,000PendingCRMLS #NDP2508477
09/04/2025$625,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #NDP2508477
12/06/2016$365,000Sold
N/A
10/31/2012$1,650ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/12/2012$1,650Listed For RentAgent Provided
07/29/2004$331,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in San Marcos

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$929K
$9KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.7%
Price per sq ft
$533
$12MoM
Available listings
204
12MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$6,550
Assessment$423,606
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1259 Elfin Forest Rd E

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1399 Cattail Ct, San Marcos, CA
0.21
Condo
$675,000
09/29/25
2
2.5
1,258
1264 San Elijo Rd N, San Marcos, CA
0.15
Condo
$800,000
12/01/25
2
2.5
1,480
1656 Avery Rd, San Marcos, CA
0.18
Condo
$765,000
12/31/25
2
2
1,454
1393 Cattail Ct, San Marcos, CA
0.21
Condo
$730,000
11/21/25
2
2.5
1,481
1130 Goddard St, San Marcos, CA
0.20
Condo
$765,000
03/18/26
2
2
1,454
1754 Morgans Ave, San Marcos, CA
0.21
Condo
$810,000
05/29/26
3
2.5
1,515
1607 Avery Rd, San Marcos, CA
0.14
Condo
$829,000
01/05/26
3
3.5
1,740
1215 Highbluff Ave, San Marcos, CA
0.34
Condo
$835,000
11/25/25
3
2.5
1,316
1367 Sky Ridge Ct, San Marcos, CA
0.34
Condo
$750,000
12/05/25
3
2
1,442

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  • 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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