581 Rush Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078
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OFF MARKET

581 Rush Dr
San Marcos, CA 92078

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,971 sqft

$1,423,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,712/mo*
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$1,423,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,712/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,971 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.42M
Since last month
Decreased$5K (-0.3%)
Since last year
Increased$50K (+3.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$326K (+29.2%)
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 +116% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.44M
July 2026$1.45M
June 2026$1.44M
May 2026$1.46M
April 2026$1.47M
March 2026$1.48M
February 2026$1.45M
January 2026$1.41M
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
248 Violet Ave, San Marcos, CA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$1,505,000
08/29/25
5
3
2,941
665 Gemstone Dr, San Marcos, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,180,000
08/26/25
4
3
2,684
380 Avenida La Cuesta, San Marcos, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,210,000
11/19/25
4
2.5
2,585
649 Merit Dr, San Marcos, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
06/17/26
4
2.5
2,211
712 Gemstone Dr, San Marcos, CA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$1,185,000
10/20/25
4
3
2,550
662 Gemstone Dr, San Marcos, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$1,162,000
11/03/25
5
3
2,550
202 Treasure Dr, San Marcos, CA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$1,550,000
08/25/25
4
3
3,287
232 Reserve Ct, San Marcos, CA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,350,000
10/02/25
4
3
2,801
722 Gemstone Dr, San Marcos, CA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,040,000
11/18/25
4
2.5
2,211
235 Triumph Ln, San Marcos, CA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$1,440,000
01/12/26
4
3.5
3,182

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
601 Carnation Ct, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.09
$1,329,800
3
2
2,364
Off Market
564 Echo Ln, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.13
$1,243,800
3
3
2,741
Off Market
348 Avenida La Cuesta, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.16
$1,132,100
3
2.5
2,094
Off Market
524 Avenida Ortega, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.18
$1,235,000
4
3
2,397
Recently Sold
126 Unity Ln, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.16
$1,520,600
5
4.5
3,009
Off Market
158 Elora Ln, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.21
$714,800
2
2.5
1,279
Off Market
128 Unity Ln, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.18
$1,560,000
5
4.5
3,009
For Sale
248 Violet Ave, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.17
$1,518,900
5
3
2,941
Off Market
245 Violet Ave, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.18
$1,469,400
5
3
2,941
Off Market
250 Violet Ave, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.18
$1,265,400
3
2
2,364
Off Market
140 Unity Ln, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.19
$1,150,600
4
3
2,458
Off Market
177 Aurora Ave, San Marcos, CA 92078
0.23
$618,900
2
2
1,027
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
2000
Living Area
2,971 sqft
Price/Sqft
$479

About this House

Great Location, Cathedral Ceilings, Tremendous Upgrades, Extensively Renovated, Turn-Key Condition & Wonderful Layout! Cul-De-Sac Street, Gated Community & Quiet Neighborhood! Soaring Ceilings, Gorgeous Staircase, Interior Balcony, Beautiful Hardwood Floors, Magnificent Granite Countertops, Stainless Steel Appliances, New Ovens, Huge Kitchen Island, Extensive Crown Molding, New Plush Carpet, New Porcelain Tile & Renovated Cabinets! Professionally Landscaped with Inner Courtyard, Stamped Concrete, Tropical Flora and Mature Trees! Open & Flowing Layout Throughout! Minutes to Schools, Cal-State San Marcos, Parks, Lakes, Hiking, Stores & Highway-78! Just Tremendous! See Supplemental! A Must See! Open & Flowing Layout from Entrance to Living Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Bedrooms, Backyard & Garages! Enter to High Ceilings, Crown Molding, Custom Two-Tone Paint, Arched Passageways and a Curved Interior Balcony! Upgrades Galore with Beautiful Hardwood Floors, New Plush Carpet, Handsome Fireplace, Built-In Desks, a Gourmet Kitchen with Huge Granite Center Island, Stainless Steel Appliances, a New Wall Oven, New Microwave & Renovated Cabinets! Master Bathroom with Extensive Granite Countertops and Separate Roman Tub, Separate Shower, Separate Toilet Room, Dual Vanities, Make-Up Desk, Contemporary Wall Lights and Large Walk-in Closet! Backyard Features Back Patio & Side Concrete Areas, New Sod and Mature Apple, Apricot, Pine & Palm Trees! Other Features Include Modern Security S
581 Rush Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,971 sqft single-family home built in 2000. It last sold for $1,116,000 on Aug 11, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,423,200, with a rent estimate of $5,756/month.

Home Details for 581 Rush Dr

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Types of Rooms: Family Room, Laundry Room, Office
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalMicrowaveRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa
FireplaceHot Tub or Spa

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2000
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 3

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6298 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 11, 2021
Source: SDMLS #210019034
Sold
$1,116,000
Jul 14, 2021
Source: SDMLS #210019034
Pending
$1,099,000
Jul 8, 2021
Source: CRMLS #210019034
Listed For Sale
$1,099,000
May 7, 2019
Source: N/A
Sold
$677,688
Feb 11, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$690,691

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

At least 551 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 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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  • Colleen Goldsmith
    "Quick! Bikeable paths, little traffic. Inland Rail Trail!!!"
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  • Alvaradochris962
    "Community I live in is private and respects quiet hours. I have lived here for about 5 years and have not had issues with neighbors."
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  • Rexquisite
    "Our neighbors are friendly and work together to make it great. It’s safe and has a ton of hiking options. "
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  • S7th77267d
    "San Marcos is a great place to live. I love the school district, some schools being dual language emergent."
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  • Trulia User
    "My work place is located Walking distance from home which is really convenient. I would not change this life style for anything."
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  • Ma Mah
    "This neighborhood is mostly retired or family friendly. Larger than average lot sizes, many of the homes have views or privacy lots. Neighbors are outgoing and get to know each other and watch out for each other. "
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  • Jeff Nixon
    "I’ve lived here for two years and love my neighborhood. Good schools and safe for families. I live near the golf course and it’s always well maintained and the club is very nice. "
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  • Rexquisite
    "Easy to access other forms of transportation if needed. However, I don’t need public transportation. "
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  • Jeff Nixon
    "The original homes are well maintained and are a part of a golf course community. The course is in great shape and very popular. "
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  • SocalN
    "Holiday decorations are amazing to drive through and look at houses in the neighborhoods. Everyone goes all out. "
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  • Ankit Satija
    "Halloween nights, Christmas celebration …thanksgiving nights. Very quiet and relaxing atmosphere . Nice neighbors, plenty of green space"
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  • Todd Wurzbach
    "It’s within walking distance of 3 schools and very safe. It is very close to the 15 highway as well."
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  • Sara Thuemmler
    "We have weekly bingo, monthly potluck, Holliday games and gatherings weekly pantry access, overall we are a big close family in my community. "
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  • Carla L. Johnson
    "I work from home but any shopping I need to do is easy to get to either no freeway use. I am in Lake San Marcos. "
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  • Len MacDonell
    "Dog owners, if I were to guess, would like the fact that there are some great walking paths within a 5 mile radius of the city."
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  • Len MacDonell
    "There is the HOA meetings , where everyone sits around and argues about where to spend the money. We need new sewage plumbing system and pave to driveways, but the members decide to repaint the tennis court and buy new furniture for the poolside, very special."
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  • Shubhanga Scott
    "It’s a nice Newer up and coming area. New construction is happening here so excited for new offerings. "
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  • Sara Thuemmler
    "Everyone here are very friendly and helpful keeping an eye out for any potential outside of the community problems, "
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  • Bayard C.
    "So much to do, boating, great restaurants, golf, church, walk anywhere in the community, Hunters Valley has condos with 2 car garages, and privacy, and we love our pets and wildlife. Don't get me started on the Black Swans. Move here, it is Paradise!"
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  • Trulia User
    "Friendly neighbors, quiet area but also lot of kids live here. Upscale neighborhood and it is safe. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Dog walkers get to know each other and their dogs, too. Easy to walk in streets with light traffic. Lots of walking in the general area."
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  • Trulia User
    "We liKe it all. It is a very, very nice place to raise a family. I’m not sure about any thing else. I just like to check out what is available in the area, th E big sky country in the richest hill on earth."
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  • Trulia User
    "It is a friendly neighborhood. The lots are large with wonderful walking trails. It is a safe area and pet friendly."
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  • Richard T.
    "It is a beautiful place to life with lots of things close by. Restaurants food truck stops wal mart target Best Buy chick fil a liquor stores. Basically it has everything you could ever want or need.12 min to the beach. Super nice. Easy going place . "
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  • Lynette
    "Good neighborhood nice parks needs ace hardware and larger grocery store besides sprouts . Need s another drive through eating place other than what is on Los posas and Grand"
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  • Liliana A.
    "I’ve lived here for 12 years and I’ve never had any issues with neighbors, burglaries or violence. I take walks with my kids weekly and enjoy the nice kept area and parks as well as the friendly neighbors."
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  • Christina H.
    "This community has popular music concerts in the parks and at San Marcos Lake. The community responds well to events held here."
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  • Elsie B.
    "I drive to and from work. The stores are not within walking distance. The area is still nice enough to talk a beautiful walk. Kids parks and trails are close by. "
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  • Patty A.
    "Very quiet, peaceful, and great weather. The school are great! I love how close to the beaches we are. Lots so cool stuff to do around here."
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  • Mark E.
    "Park across the street from where we live and , a very Pet friendly neighborhood . And we all pick up after our pets "
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  • Cnkatcher
    "Many dog owners in this neighborhood and walking your dog is a common sight both during the time as well as at night time."
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  • Sutavim2
    "Abundance of dog friendly paths throughout the neighborhood. There are also waste bags available on each trail."
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  • Tabitha N. D.
    "I have lived in San Marcos for just under 3 years. It’s a nice area and feels homie. It’s easy to get to San Diego or LA. The street are small and not built for a lot of traffic. But not the worst in so cal. "
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  • Daddyful
    "good for growing families with lots of parks within a 3 mile radius. very family friendly. good schools as well."
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  • Jim C.
    "It’s family friendly with great schools and solid civic services. Strong on neighborhood watch and faith based institutions. "
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  • Jessica E.
    "There are so many great schools nearby. Lots of great places to eat and drink. Neighborhoods are generally very safe. "
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  • Adriana A.
    "There are many families, good schools, and shopping nearby. pet friendly. Public transportation available nearby as well. There are also many elderly communities nearby as well."
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  • Obryantlocksmith
    "Dogs of all breeds and sizes are welcome as long you can keep them under control. Having your dog trained is a definite plus since there are so many other dogs around."
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  • GGsol
    "there are many young families like us. lots of choices of parks and trails around. quiet neighborhood and always feels safe walking, good stores and restaurants are so close, the schools are fantastic."
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  • Blaine A. I.
    "there are a lot of dogs in the area. anytime you drive down the street you will see multiple dog walkers along the street. this is a great area for your four legged companion."
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Frequently asked questions about 581 Rush Dr

  • What is 581 Rush Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 581 Rush Dr in San Marcos, CA is $1,423,200.
  • What is the price history for 581 Rush Dr?
    581 Rush Dr in San Marcos, CA last sold for $1,116,000 in August 2021.
  • 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 581 Rush Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 581 Rush Dr in San Marcos, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 581 Rush Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 581 Rush Dr in San Marcos, CA has laundry facilities.

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