878 First Light Rd, San Marcos, CA 92078
OFF MARKET

878 First Light Rd
San Marcos, CA 92078

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,510 sqft

$1,434,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,751/mo*
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$1,434,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,751/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,510 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
2005
Living Area
2,510 sqft
Price/Sqft
$572

About this House

NO BANKS to deal with on this one! WOW FACTOR! Gorgeous upgraded John Laing home in Woodley's Glen! Polished marble entry, dark beech hardwood floors, granite counters, Old Stone 4-piece pattern tile floors in kitchen, tranquil backyard with gazebo, fire pit and waterfall. 4 bedrooms plus an office! 3-car tandem garage. Energy efficient radiant roof barrier panels-saves 10-25% on annual cooling costs.
878 First Light Rd, San Marcos, CA 92078 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,510 sqft single-family home built in 2005. It last sold for $1,175,000 on May 20, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,434,600, with a rent estimate of $5,450/month.

Home Details for 878 First Light Rd

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2005Year Updated: 2005
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 3

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4992 sqft

Price History for 878 First Light Rd

DatePriceEventSource
05/20/2021$1,175,000Sold
N/A
12/31/2008$550,000Sold
N/A
12/10/2008$574,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/29/2005$724,500Sold
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$17,161
Assessment$1,271,857
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 878 First Light Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
880 Summer Moon Rd, San Marcos, CA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$1,430,000
11/07/25
4
3.5
3,123
1717 Thorley Way, San Marcos, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$1,257,000
04/14/26
4
2.5
1,992
1029 Brightwood Dr, San Marcos, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
02/13/26
4
3
2,852
1727 Blue Water Ln, San Marcos, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$1,429,000
03/30/26
4
4
2,559
1719 Thorley Way, San Marcos, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$1,297,000
06/03/26
3
2.5
1,849
1614 Reflection St, San Marcos, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,317,000
06/01/26
3
2.5
2,265
954 Prism Dr, San Marcos, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,425,000
10/03/25
4
2.5
2,407
1847 Tanglewood Dr, San Marcos, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$1,550,000
06/04/26
4
4
3,022
950 Prism Dr, San Marcos, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
09/04/25
3
2.5
2,291
1813 Windriver St, San Marcos, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$1,725,000
03/20/26
5
4
3,437

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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

  • 70 % 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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