976 Amber Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
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976 Amber Dr
San Marcos, CA 92069

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,510 sqft

$762,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 25, 2026

$762,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 25, 2026
  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,510 sqft

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Living Area
1,510 sqft
Price/Sqft
$505

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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About this House

PLEASE BE SURE TO READ ALL THE AD VERBIAGE BELOW BEFORE PROCEEDING, THANK YOU~

In order to proceed, send us an online inquiry through the "Contact Us" button listed on the property you are interested in. Our leasing agent will then reach out to you within 24 hrs to schedule a private showing. Please do not proceed without an appointment, tenants/owners may still be residing on the property.

Lovely Two-Story Home minutes from Everything! Great Location & Commuter Access to I-15 and 78-Fwy! Easy, Low Maintenance Landscaping in Front and Backyards! Nearby Shopping, Restaurants, Conveniences & MORE! Two Beautiful Community Parks within an easy walk or bike ride from this home, Woodland Park also includes a Community Pool!

It offers 3 Beds / 2.5 Baths / 1510 Square Feet / Additional Office or Study Room Upstairs / Attached two-car Garage / Private, Fenced Backyard Area!

It is being offered at $3575 per Month with a One Year Lease Term.
Security Deposit of $3575 will be due at time of acceptance offer.
The first month's rent, in full, will be due later on at the time of the lease start date.
The second month's rent will be prorated accordingly and due on the 1st of the second month.

Pets may be considered, upon owner approval and on a Case By Case Basis please note. Not all pets may be considered, certain breed restrictions for homeowners insurance may apply, so please ask ahead if you would like us to check on your pet ahead of applying or if you have any questions regarding this, as your application may be denied on pet/s if not approved for consideration in advance, Thank you. Additional security deposit amount of $500 per pet will be required IF Accepted.

This is an absolutely No Smoking Home and Property, Thank you.

Appliances Included are: Electric stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator (no owner warranty; ice maker inop), and washer and dryer hookups available in the garage; Dryer hookup is Electric.

Utilities Not Included, which will be tenant responsibility, are: Gas and Electrich through SDG&E, Water through Vallecitos Water District, and Trash Service through EDCO San Marcos.

This home has central heating and AC and is on Sewer, please note any stoppages or clogs will be the tenant's responsibility during the lease, be careful what goes down all drains.

Landscaping maintenance, weed abatement, and proper irrigation of all will be tenant/s responsibility during the lease.

Elementary School & Middle School are both within walking distance of this home!

Please call your Internet or TV providers ahead of time to make sure they can and will serve this address if interested, it is your responsibility to check on this before applying or signing a lease, Thank you.

A Renter's Insurance Policy will be required on behalf of the tenant/s residing in the home. And owners and/or mgmt will be required to be listed as an additionally noted / insured on the policy.

Please note the owner or us as the mgmt. may require a few extra days before the scheduled move-in date for a final once-over cleaning and wipe-down detail of the home to be performed.

We are happy to supply a sample lease agreement to you ahead of time, just ask. Please note your final lease agreement may include additional disclosures and/or addenda as needed and with regards to the home and property. But the lease in and of itself will be much like the one we will later supply to you to review ahead of signing. Thank you!

We recommend using a computer when viewing all rental listings and filling out applications, as not all mobile devices may work. We need a separate application for each adult 18 years of age or older who will be residing in the home either full or part-time. Please note actual move-in date cannot be further out than 7 days from the date of move-in put on your application, without prior approval being made, so be sure your move-in date is accurate on your application as well as feasible for you. Thank you so much!

Village Property Management is the only authorized agent contracted to represent the owner of this property.

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We are here and happy to help you each step of the way!
976 Amber Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,510 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $305,000 on Jan 7, 2003 (8,431% above the $3,575 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2024 with an asking price of $3,575 per month. That rental listing was removed on December 12, 2024. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $762,200, with a rent estimate of $3,678/month.

Home Details for 976 Amber Dr

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For DetailsAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator

Exterior Features

Pool
Pool

Comparable Sales for 976 Amber Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1165 Borden Rd, San Marcos, CA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$640,000
03/03/26
3
2
1,289 sqft
1401 El Norte Pkwy #25, San Marcos, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$585,000
04/06/26
3
2
1,531 sqft
1401 El Norte Pkwy #174, San Marcos, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$457,000
04/16/26
2
2.5
1,680 sqft
1730 Emogene Pl, Escondido, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$715,000
12/16/25
3
3
1,747 sqft
1401 El Norte Pkwy #64, San Marcos, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$498,000
04/24/26
2
2
1,622 sqft
1062 Ponderosa Ave, San Marcos, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$840,000
07/02/26
3
2
1,706 sqft
1701 Rosemary Ct, Escondido, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$735,000
11/05/25
2
2
1,202 sqft
909 Lacebark St, San Marcos, CA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$989,000
11/06/25
4
2
1,668 sqft
1748 Dancer Pl, Escondido, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,240,000
02/03/26
3
2.5
2,214 sqft
1762 Arroyo Gln, Escondido, CA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$779,000
03/13/26
3
2
1,558 sqft

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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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    "Quick! Bikeable paths, little traffic. Inland Rail Trail!!!"
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    "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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    "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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  • Rexquisite
    "Easy to access other forms of transportation if needed. However, I don’t need public transportation. "
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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "Friendly neighbors, quiet area but also lot of kids live here. Upscale neighborhood and it is safe. "
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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "Abundance of dog friendly paths throughout the neighborhood. There are also waste bags available on each trail."
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    "good for growing families with lots of parks within a 3 mile radius. very family friendly. good schools as well."
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    "It’s family friendly with great schools and solid civic services. Strong on neighborhood watch and faith based institutions. "
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    "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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    "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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    "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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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 12, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$3,575
Dec 11, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$3,575
Jul 18, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium
ListingRemoved
Jul 14, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium
Listed For Rent
$3,300
Aug 11, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$2,500

Frequently asked questions about 976 Amber Dr

  • What is 976 Amber Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 976 Amber Dr in San Marcos, CA is $762,200.
  • What is the price history for 976 Amber Dr?
    976 Amber Dr in San Marcos, CA last sold for $305,000 in January 2003.
  • 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 976 Amber Dr have a pool?
    Yes, 976 Amber Dr in San Marcos, CA has a pool.

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