442 Cassou Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069
SOLD
APR 9, 2026
Listed by Matt Swisshelm, Berkshire Hathaway HomeService, (760) 431-3330 . Bought with Pacific Sotheby's International Realty

442 Cassou Rd
San Marcos, CA 92069

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,418 sqft (on 0.41 acres)

$870,000

Last Sold: Apr 9, 2026
2% over list $850K
$614/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $5,327/mo*
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$870,000

Last Sold: Apr 9, 2026
2% over list $850K
$614/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $5,327/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,418 sqft
(on 0.41 acres)

Local Information

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Description

First time ever on the market in highly desirable Rural Twin Oaks Valley Road in San Marcos. Situated on just under half an acre, this beautifully maintained property offers the perfect blend of country living, energy efficiency, and modern updates. Ideal for a hobby farm or sustainable lifestyle, the fully fenced property features a large garden, animal structure, XL chicken coop, multiple storage buildings, and convenient driveway access to the rear of the lot. There is abundant off-street parking with room for four vehicles on one side of the property and two vehicles on the other, plus plenty of space for RVs, boats, trailers, and recreational toys. Ample room to expand or add additional improvements. The home has been lovingly cared for and thoughtfully upgraded over the years. Standout features include a brand new roof, fully owned solar system with Tesla battery storage, renovated kitchen, updated bathroom, wood flooring throughout, and a spacious mudroom with laundry. Enjoy year-round outdoor living with two covered patios and expansive usable land. A rare opportunity to own a never-before-on-the-market home in Twin Oaks Valley offering privacy, flexibility, and room to grow while still being conveniently close to town. Home came back on the market at no fault to seller.
442 Cassou Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,418 sqft single-family home built in 1956. It last sold for $870,000 on Apr 9, 2026 (2% above the $850,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $871,900, with a rent estimate of $3,645/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
6 Parking Spaces
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Cooling only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$614/sqft
Listed
104 days ago

Home Details for 442 Cassou Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Art Studio, Kitchen, Living Room, Workshop
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1418 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,Laundry Room
Heating & Cooling
Has CoolingAir Conditioning: Ductless,See RemarksNo Heating
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: front door
View
Has a ViewView: Neighborhood, Trees/Woods

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 6No GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 6Parking: Concrete
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 8

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1956
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Not Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1820605100

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $850,000Price Per Sqft: $614/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Mar 31 2026

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Media

Location

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

Community

Community Features: RuralNot Senior CommunityUnits in Building: 10

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.41 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Contingencies: The buyer backed out of escrow at no fault to seller or home. The Seller has made an offer on a replacement property contingent upon them closing this home.Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: NDP2602002Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: mattswisshelmtc@gmail.comActivation Date: Sat Mar 07 2026Back On Market Date: Fri Mar 27 2026Start Showing Date: Sat Mar 07 2026Universal Property Id: US-06073-N-1820605100-R-N

Additional Information

RuralSource Internet Entire Listing Display
Last check for updates: about 13 hours ago
Listed by Matt Swisshelm DRE #02029598
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Bought with: Shelly Klessinger DRE #01355449, (619) 519-3925, Pacific Sotheby's International Realty
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
Source: CRMLS, MLS#NDP2602002

Price History for 442 Cassou Rd

DatePriceEventSource
04/09/2026$870,000Sold
CRMLS #NDP2602002
04/01/2026$850,000PendingCRMLS #NDP2602002
03/28/2026$850,000PendingToActiveCRMLS #NDP2602002
03/12/2026$850,000PendingCRMLS #NDP2602002
03/07/2026$850,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #NDP2602002
10/06/2023$585,000Sold
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$8,113
Assessment$714,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 442 Cassou Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1618 Turnberry Dr, San Marcos, CA
0.79
Single-Family Home
$1,070,000
09/03/25
3
2
1,762
787 Cassou Rd, San Marcos, CA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$1,650,000
06/25/26
3
2
1,120
1609 Turnberry Dr, San Marcos, CA
0.81
Single-Family Home
$1,125,000
05/20/26
3
2
1,762
1765 Robinhood Rd, Vista, CA
0.73
Single-Family Home
$1,000,000
07/16/25
3
2
1,985
241 Muirfield Way, San Marcos, CA
0.75
Single-Family Home
$1,147,250
02/18/26
4
3
2,084
773 Pebble Beach Dr, San Marcos, CA
1.15
Single-Family Home
$855,000
07/23/25
4
2
1,658
1359 Chaparral Rd, San Marcos, CA
1.24
Single-Family Home
$1,099,000
03/12/26
3
2
1,867
3781 Buena Creek Rd, Vista, CA
0.88
Single-Family Home
$1,305,000
12/16/25
3
3
2,051

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