1717 Birchwood Dr, San Marcos, CA, 92069
About This Home
Welcome to this beautifully upgraded single-level modern farmhouse located in the highly desirable community of San Marcos Farms. Situated on over one acre of usable land, this exceptional property offers incredible potential to add an ADU, workshop, or equestrian facilities. Enjoy added privacy and scenic mountain views. The property extends beyond the rear fencing and up the small hill with beautiful mountain and city views, providing even more usable space and future possibilities. The chef’s kitchen is thoughtfully designed with high-end stainless steel appliances, including a Viking range, Bosch fridge and dishwasher, farmhouse sink, walk-in pantry, and instant hot water at the range. The open-concept layout flows seamlessly into the dining area, family room, living room, and outdoor living spaces, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The spacious primary suite features a walk-in closet, dual sinks, walk-in shower, and private patio access. Additional highlights include high ceilings, low-maintenance stained concrete flooring throughout, upgraded lighting fixtures, recessed (canned) lighting, tankless water heater, barn door at the half bath, 3-car garage, space for RV and boat parking and more. The grounds are beautifully landscaped with mature trees, multiple fruit trees (apricot, apple, cherry, pomegranate and more), an herb garden, storage shed, chicken coop, and a firepit area, perfect for enjoying the peaceful surroundings. There is NO HOA which is an added bonus. Extensively and thoughtfully upgraded, this well-maintained home offers a rare opportunity to own a versatile property with space, privacy, and charm. Beautifully decorated, the furniture and décor are negotiable. Don't miss this one!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1985
Materials
- Roof: Tile
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: Inside,Laundry Room
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Cooling
- Cooling features: Central Air
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Concrete
- Fireplace features: Family Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 2,537 sqft
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1823002200
- Zoning: Residential
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: entry level
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Lot
- Lot size: 1.01 Acres
- Features: Back Yard,Front Yard,Garden,Horse Property,Sprinklers In Rear,Sprinklers In Front,Lawn,Landscaped,Level,Yard
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Covered spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 5
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
- Wildfire
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in San Diego County and California
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $8,591 | $103,092 |
| Home Insurance * | $337 | $4,044 |
| Property Taxes | $1,624 | $19,488 |
| Electricity | $544 | $6,528 |
| Total | $11,096 | $133,152 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-07 | Listed for sale | $1,840,000 |
| 2016-09-20 | Sold | $650,000 |
| 2016-09-16 | Pending sale | $649,000 |
| 2016-09-11 | Listed for sale | $649,000 |
| 2016-08-12 | Pending sale | $649,000 |
| 2016-08-04 | Listed for sale | $649,000 |
| 2016-07-21 | Pending sale | $649,000 |
| 2016-07-01 | Listed for sale | $649,000 |
| 2016-01-22 | Listing removed | $650,000 |
| 2016-01-13 | Listed for sale | $650,000 |
| 2000-05-30 | Sold | $381,000 |
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