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809 Applewilde Dr, San Marcos, CA, 92078

3beds
3baths
1,630sqft
$950,000
$583price/sqft
$6,285/moest. monthly cost
$251,400/yrincome needed

About This Home

Move-in-ready home located in the heart of Discovery Hills in San Marcos. This 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bathroom home offers a functional floor plan with a spacious family room featuring a cozy fireplace. The kitchen and main living areas flow seamlessly to a private back yard and two patios, with no neighbors behind, creating perfect spaces for indoor/outdoor entertaining and relaxing. All three bedrooms are upstairs including a primary suite. Ideally situated within walking distance to Discovery Lake and Discovery Elementary School. San Marcos High School, Cal State University San Marcos, Palomar College, Kaiser Hospital, shopping and restaurants are all just minutes away. Additional highlights include unique landscaping with mature shade trees, succulents and a rock wall hardscape. The back patio is pre-wired for installation of a hot tub/spa. Low HOA ($55 monthly) pays for maintenance of the fencing behind the property and HOA open spaces. Enjoy both convenience and lifestyle in one of San Marcos's most desirable communities with top-notch schools. Move-in-ready home located in the heart of Discovery Hills in San Marcos. This 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bathroom home offers a functional floor plan with a spacious family room featuring a cozy fireplace. The kitchen and main living areas flow seamlessly to a private back yard and two patios, with no neighbors behind, creating perfect spaces for indoor/outdoor entertaining and relaxing. All three bedrooms are upstairs including a primary suite. Ideally situated within walking distance to Discovery Lake and Discovery Elementary School. San Marcos High School, Cal State University San Marcos, Palomar College, Kaiser Hospital, shopping and restaurants are all just minutes away. Additional highlights include unique landscaping with mature shade trees, succulents and a rock wall hardscape. The back patio is pre-wired for installation of a hot tub/spa. Low HOA ($55 monthly) pays for maintenance of the fencing behind the property and HOA open spaces. Enjoy both convenience and lifestyle in one of San Marcos's most desirable communities with top-notch schools.

Getting Around

53
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
48
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

10/10
7/10
San Elijo Middle SchoolGrades 6-82.1 mi
8/10
San Marcos High SchoolGrades 9-121.1 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1986

Materials

  • Roof: Tile/Clay
  • Construction materials: Stucco

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Mediterranean/Spanish
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Garage Door Opener,Refrigerator,Washer
  • Laundry features: Electric,Gas,Washer Hookup

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: FP in Family Room

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air Unit
  • Cooling features: Central Forced Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,630
  • Total interior livable area: 1,630 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 2216204600
  • Zoning: R-1-10 PRD
  • Zoning description: R-1-10 PRD

Features

  • Levels: 2 Story
  • Pool features: N/K
  • Fencing: Partial,Wrought Iron,Wood

Parking

  • Total spaces: 4
  • Parking features: Attached,Direct Garage Access,Garage - Front Entry,Garage - Single Door,Garage Door Opener
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

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
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Wildfire
    WildfireModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Earthquake
Heat Wave
Wildfire

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 $4,803$57,636
Home Insurance *$180$2,160
Property Taxes $904$10,848
Electricity $398$4,786
Total$6,285$75,420
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$215,485/yr
40% on housing$188,550/yr
45% on housing$167,600/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

$583This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 92078$418
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)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-16Pending sale$950,000
2026-08-03Listed for sale$950,000
1998-10-29Sold$195,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentBrit A Coupens
BrokerageThank You Heroes Realty

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