946 Buena Creek Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069
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946 Buena Creek Rd
San Marcos, CA 92069

  • 2 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,093 sqft (on 0.44 acres)

$796,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 3, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,932/mo*
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$796,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 3, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,932/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,093 sqft
(on 0.44 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
1966
Lot Size
0.44 acres
Living Area
1,093 sqft
Price/Sqft
$729
Parking
Garage
HOA
None

About this House

Welcome to this charming single-story home in San Marcos, set on a spacious and private 0.44-acre fully fenced lot! This unique property offers endless potential, including the opportunity for a lot split or ADU development, thanks to its three convenient access points. The home features leased solar, RV parking, an updated septic tank, central vacuum system, and a versatile second structure that can be easily converted into an ADU. Inside, you’ll find a beautifully upgraded kitchen, a cozy fireplace, and a newly renovated bathroom. Additional highlights include a new HVAC system, a converted sunroom (adding approximately 400 sqft), and a deck perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The expansive yard with low-maintenance artificial turf, mature landscaping, and fruit trees, creates a peaceful outdoor retreat. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and local schools!
946 Buena Creek Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,093 sqft single-family home built in 1966. It last sold for the $799,000 asking price on Mar 3, 2025. More recently, it was listed as a rental in October 2023 with an asking price of $3,800 per month. That rental listing was removed on November 24, 2023. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $796,300, with a rent estimate of $3,239/month.

Home Details for 946 Buena Creek Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Ceiling Fan
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1093 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Propane Oven, Propane Stove, Propane Cooking, PropaneDishwasherLaundry: Washer HookupMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Fireplace,Forced Air Unit,Pellet/Wood Burning StoveAir Conditioning: Central Forced Air,ElectricHeating Fuel: Fireplace
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: FP in Living RoomSpa: N/K
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Tile, Other/Remarks
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Number of Stories: 1Levels: 1 StoryFloors: Tile, Other Remarks

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: PatioFencing: Chain Link, FullOther Structures: N/K
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageParking Spaces: 6Parking: Attached
Pool
Pool: N/K
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Installed

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1966
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Stucco

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $799,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Jan 29 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: SOLD

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: San MarcosCommunity: SAN MARCOS

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1093 Square Feet

HOA

Association for this Listing: SDMLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.44 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 250001524Showing Service Name: ShowingTime

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing Display
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by Jeremy Beauvarlet DRE #01390722, (858) 260-0014
Redfin Corporation
Bought with: Casey Cooke DRE #01845539, (760) 330-3616, Redfin Corporation
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Source: SDMLS, MLS#250001524

Price History for 946 Buena Creek Rd

DatePriceEventSource
03/03/2025$799,000Sold
SDMLS #250001524
01/30/2025$799,000PendingSDMLS #250001524
01/24/2025$799,000PendingToActiveSDMLS #250001524
01/21/2025$799,000PendingSDMLS #250001524
01/18/2025$799,000Listed For SaleSDMLS #250001524
11/24/2023ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
11/08/2023$3,600PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
10/31/2023$3,800Listed For RentZillow Rentals
07/21/2010$350,000Sold
N/A
02/09/2008$599,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
11/12/2007$599,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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$5,079
Assessment$448,400
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 946 Buena Creek Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
442 Cassou Rd, San Marcos, CA
0.57
Single-Family Home
$870,000
04/09/26
3
1
1,418
787 Cassou Rd, San Marcos, CA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$1,650,000
06/25/26
3
2
1,120
3781 Buena Creek Rd, Vista, CA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,305,000
12/16/25
3
3
2,051
1108 Blue Bird Canyon Trl, Vista, CA
0.45
Single-Family Home
$1,195,000
08/19/25
4
3
3,096
1359 Chaparral Rd, San Marcos, CA
0.95
Single-Family Home
$1,099,000
03/12/26
3
2
1,867
2936 Buena Creek Rd, Vista, CA
1.18
Single-Family Home
$555,000
05/04/26
2
1.5
1,903
1366 Topanga Dr, San Marcos, CA
0.94
Single-Family Home
$1,095,000
11/14/25
3
2
1,867
710 Buena Creek Rd, San Marcos, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$1,855,000
05/28/26
3
3.5
3,116
1238 Topanga Dr, San Marcos, CA
0.95
Single-Family Home
$1,575,000
08/27/25
4
2.5
2,527

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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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