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1499 La Linda Dr, San Marcos, CA, 92078

4beds
3baths
2,536sqft
$1,799,000
$709price/sqft
$11,688/moest. monthly cost
$467,520/yrincome needed

About This Home

Experience one of Lake San Marcos' most coveted waterfront settings, where panoramic lake views, a private dock, and an unbeatable end-of-cul-de-sac location create the ultimate Southern California lifestyle! Set directly on the water, this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 2,536 square feet thoughtfully designed to capture breathtaking lake views from nearly every room. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features a highly desirable first-floor bedroom—ideal for guests, multigenerational living, or a home office—while the kitchen, dining, and living areas are all perfectly positioned to take full advantage of the breathtaking waterfront setting. Expansive windows frame panoramic lake views at nearly every turn, creating a home that feels effortlessly connected to the water. A spectacular lakefront terrace spans the rear of the upper level, creating an unforgettable outdoor living space accessed directly from both the primary suite and a secondary bedroom. The primary retreat features multiple expansive closets and a beautifully appointed en-suite bath, creating the perfect place to unwind at the end of the day. Each upstairs bedroom is spacious, light-filled, and thoughtfully designed to provide comfort for family and guests alike. While the lake views steal the show, the extensive upgrades make this home truly shine. The current owners have thoughtfully modernized nearly every corner of the property with two new HVAC systems, updated kitchen countertops and sink, beautifully remodeled upstairs bathrooms, new flooring throughout the upstairs and staircase, recessed lighting, fresh interior and exterior paint, new sliding glass doors, a new patio, window coverings, electrical upgrades, roof repairs, new fascia, and more—creating a move-in ready waterfront home where the big-ticket improvements have already been done. Step outside to your private dock, shared only with your neighbor, and embrace the Lake San Marcos lifestyle. Spend your days boating, paddleboarding, kayaking, or fishing directly from your backyard, then unwind on the patio or terrace as the sun sets across the water. Beyond the home, Lake San Marcos offers a lifestyle unlike anywhere else in North County, with an 80-acre recreational lake, two championship golf courses, waterfront dining, the Lakehouse Resort, community pools, tennis and pickleball, walking trails, seasonal concerts, and the beloved holiday boat parade. It's more than a home—it's a year-round vacation.

Getting Around

27
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
31
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

10/10
7/10
San Elijo Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.7 mi
8/10
San Marcos High SchoolGrades 9-120.6 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1966

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Range,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Dryer,Washer
  • Laundry features: Washer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,Inside,Laundry Room

Bathroom

  • Features: Bathtub,Dual Sinks,Separate Shower,Vanity,Walk-In Shower

Bedroom

  • Features: Bedroom on Main Level

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 1

Features

  • Breakfast Bar,Balcony,Ceiling Fan(s),Separate/Formal Dining Room,Living Room Deck Attached,Open Floorplan,Bedroom on Main Level,Primary Suite
  • Flooring: Tile,Vinyl
  • Fireplace features: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Zoned

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 2,536 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Kitchen/Family Room Combo,Quartz Counters

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Primary Suite

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 2214110600
  • Zoning: R-2:Minor Multiple
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry location: 1
  • Pool features: Community,Association
  • Patio & porch: Rear Porch,Deck,Open,Patio,Terrace,Tile,Balcony
  • Exterior features: Balcony,Dock
  • Has spa: Yes
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Harbor,Lake,Neighborhood,Panoramic
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Harbor,Lake
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront features: Dock Access,Lake,Lake Front,Waterfront

Lot

  • Lot size: 4,300 sqft
  • Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre,Cul-De-Sac,Landscaped,Level,Waterfront

Parking

  • Total spaces: 5
  • Parking features: Direct Access,Driveway,Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Uncovered spaces: 3

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Wildfire
    WildfireRelatively High
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Wildfire
Earthquake
Heat Wave

FEMA Declared Disasters in San Diego County and California

Earthquake
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $9,096$109,152
Home Insurance *$341$4,092
Property Taxes $1,708$20,496
Electricity $543$6,525
Total$11,688$140,256
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$400,731/yr
40% on housing$350,640/yr
45% on housing$311,680/yr

California FAIR Plan Programs

California FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 417,310Commercial: 13,990
Total Premiums$1.42B
Total Exposure$429.84B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.9%
8.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.3%
4.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.1%
1.1%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$709This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 92078$416
San Diego County$558

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 92078$580
San Diego County$576

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-07-24Listed for sale$1,799,000
2026-07-09Listing removed$7,500
2026-06-27Price change$7,500
2026-06-25Listed for rent$7,895
2026-06-25Listing removed$7,900
2026-06-03Price change$7,900
2026-05-27Listed for rent$8,000
2026-04-14Sold$1,550,000
2026-03-02Pending sale$1,598,000
2026-01-30Listed for sale$1,598,000
1999-05-24Sold$400,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentAlan Shafran
BrokerageSRG

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