905 Discovery St, San Marcos, CA 92078
OFF MARKET
Listed by Tracy Creighton, Seaside Executives, (858) 449-1819 . Bought with Compass

905 Discovery St
San Marcos, CA 92078

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,448 sqft (on 0.37 acres)

$841,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 28, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,134/mo*
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$841,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 28, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,134/mo*
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4 Beds
2 Baths
1,448 sqft
(on 0.37 acres)

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
1982
Lot Size
0.37 acres
Living Area
1,448 sqft
Price/Sqft
$581
Parking
2 Car Garage
HOA
None

About this House

This single-story gem offers tranquility and an unbeatable San Marcos location with no HOA and no Mello-Roos! Set on a huge secluded lot, this home feels private while close to everything. Minutes from shopping, restaurants, schools, Kaiser, Scripps, Palomar College, Cal State San Marcos, Discovery Lake, hiking trails, and quick freeway access. The homeowners have lovingly maintained this home including updating the roof, adding a tankless water heater, and recently sealing the expansive driveway which has plenty of parking with an additional gated space perfect for your RV, trailer, or weekend toys. Inside, you'll find a warm and inviting living space anchored by a cozy wood-burning fireplace, perfect for quiet nights at home. The open kitchen is perfect for cooking and dining with beautiful cabinetry. The flexible layout also includes four bedrooms, with one currently being used as a small office, providing room for everyday living. Both bathrooms have been tastefully updated with glass-enclosed showers for comfort and style. The backyard is a dream with a deck and large grass area then a separate gated garden. Zoned for Discovery Elementary, San Elijo Middle School, and San Marcos High School.
905 Discovery St, San Marcos, CA 92078 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,448 sqft single-family home built in 1982. It last sold for the $830,000 asking price on Sep 22, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $841,000, with a rent estimate of $4,604/month.

Home Details for 905 Discovery St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1448 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Dryer, WasherDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,In GarageRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Wood BurningSpa: Above GroundHas a FireplaceHas a Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Pane WindowsDoor: Storm Door(s)Flooring: Carpet, TileCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: Front DoorAccessibility: Grab BarsFloors: Carpet, Tile
View
Has a ViewView: Hills

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: DeckFencing: WoodNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 6Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 8Parking: Door-Multi,Driveway,Garage,Oversized,Paved,RV Access/Parking
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1982
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Not Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Garage freezerIncluded in Sale: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, SpaParcel Number: 2210622700

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $830,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Aug 21 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Media

Location

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

Community

Community Features: SuburbanNot Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.37 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: NDP2505485Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 760-717-1891Universal Property Id: US-06073-N-2210622700-R-N

Additional Information

Suburban
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Tracy Creighton DRE #02080232, (760) 717-1891
Seaside Executives
Bought with: Meng Xu DRE #02029181, (646) 290-0811, Compass
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
Source: CRMLS, MLS#NDP2505485

Price History for 905 Discovery St

DatePriceEventSource
09/22/2025$830,000Sold
CRMLS #NDP2505485
08/24/2025$830,000PendingCRMLS #NDP2505485
08/15/2025$830,000PriceChange
CRMLS #NDP2505485
07/24/2025$850,000PriceChange
CRMLS #NDP2505485
06/26/2025$875,000PriceChange
CRMLS #NDP2505485
06/05/2025$895,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #NDP2505485
12/17/1996$144,000Sold
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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$2,635
Assessment$234,498
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 905 Discovery St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
732 Poppy Rd, San Marcos, CA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$1,225,000
02/20/26
3
2
1,680
866 Windridge Cir, San Marcos, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
01/21/26
4
2
2,024
826 Applewilde Dr, San Marcos, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$1,160,000
05/27/26
4
2.5
1,911
1027 Honeysuckle Dr, San Marcos, CA
0.45
Single-Family Home
$995,000
04/03/26
3
2
1,482
1021 Mockingbird Ln, San Marcos, CA
0.48
Single-Family Home
$969,000
11/21/25
3
2
1,495
756 Lupine Dr, San Marcos, CA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$1,199,000
06/22/26
3
2.5
1,541
914 Applewilde Dr, San Marcos, CA
0.49
Single-Family Home
$1,145,000
03/17/26
4
2.5
2,467
881 Windridge Cir, San Marcos, CA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$1,255,000
05/21/26
4
3
2,349
1025 Honeysuckle Dr, San Marcos, CA
0.44
Single-Family Home
$1,075,000
09/30/25
4
3
1,905

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  • 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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