1271 Elfin Forest Rd E, San Marcos, CA 92078
FOR SALE
NEW - 3 HRS AGO
3D VIEW
2.51 ACRES
Listed by Ilana Huff, Compass, (760) 979-5609

1271 Elfin Forest Rd E
San Marcos, CA 92078

  • 2 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,480 sqft (on 2.51 acres)

$749,000

Est. Mortgage $4,969/mo*
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$749,000

Est. Mortgage $4,969/mo*
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2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,480 sqft
(on 2.51 acres)

Local Information

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

Description

Enjoy one of the most desirable locations in the heart of San Elijo Hills, just steps from Town Square, local restaurants, parks, and top-rated schools. Freshly updated and move-in ready, this Village Square townhome features new carpet, fresh interior paint, and new countertops. The versatile floor plan offers an entry level bonus room ideal for a home office, gym, or flex space, along with direct access to the attached tandem 2 car garage. The main living level showcases an open concept layout with a dining area, balcony, and stylish kitchen that overlooks the living room. Upstairs, you'll find the primary suite and a secondary bedroom suite with its own bathroom, providing comfort and privacy. With low maintenance living and an unbeatable location at the heart of the community, this is an amazing opportunity to experience the San Elijo Hills lifestyle with everyday conveniences just outside your door!

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Yes
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$388/Monthly
Price/Sqft
$506
Listed
1 day ago

Home Details for 1271 Elfin Forest Rd E

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Office
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1480 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: Laundry Closet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Number of Stories: 3Levels: Three Or MoreEntry Location: 1
View
Has a ViewView: Neighborhood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: BalconyExterior: BalconyNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 1

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2004
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Townhouse
Building
Attached To Another Structure
Property Information
Parcel Number: 2236300755

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $749,000Price Per Sqft: $506

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Media

Location

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

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: NDP2606002

Community

Community Features: Hiking, ParkNot Senior CommunityUnits in Building: 121

HOA

HOA Name: Village SquareHOA Phone: 800-428-5588Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)Has an HOAHOA Fee: $388/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2.51 Acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: NDP2606002Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: ilana@huffteam.comUniversal Property Id: US-06073-N-2236300755-R-N

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Maintenance Grounds,TrashSource Internet Entire Listing Display
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listing Provided by: Ilana Huff DRE #01395813
Compass
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
Source: CRMLS, MLS#NDP2606002
Also Listed on CRMLS.

Market trends in San Marcos

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$920K
$38.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.7%
0.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$545
$5MoM
Available listings
192
6MoM

Price History for 1271 Elfin Forest Rd E

DatePriceEventSource
06/23/2026$749,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #NDP2606002
05/01/2013$320,000Sold
N/A
02/08/2012$247,500Sold
N/A
12/02/2011$255,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/22/2011$218,250Sold
N/A
08/18/2004$391,000Sold
N/A

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$6,311
Assessment$394,043
Home facts updated by county records

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  • 70 % Say parking is easy

  • 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

  • 36 % Say there are community events

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1271 Elfin Forest Rd E, San Marcos, CA 92078 is a 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,480 sqft townhouse built in 2004. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CRMLS on Jun 23, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# NDP2606002.