886 Via La Venta, San Marcos, CA, 92069
About This Home
Will consider back-up offers! Beautifully updated home on a cul-de-sac with a sunset view and ocean breeze in the desirable Rancho Santalina community. This energy-efficient smart home is packed with premium upgrades, including a fully paid 6.96 kW solar system, a Tesla Powerwall 3 (13.5 kW) whole-house backup battery, and a Level 2 EV charger in the finished two-car garage with epoxy flooring. The highly sought-after floor plan features a downstairs bedroom and full bath, with three additional bedrooms and an oversized loft upstairs—offering the flexibility to convert the loft into a bedroom, office, or playroom. The main level offers a spacious formal living and dining area, along with an inviting family room centered around a cozy fireplace. The open-concept flows into the chef's kitchen, which offers granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and abundant cabinetry, including an added nook. Step outside to your peaceful backyard, which has newer grass, in-ground sprinklers, and a large side yard providing ample space for family activities and outdoor entertaining while you enjoy peaceful sunsets and twinkling lights. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite features a walk-in closet with built-in organization shelving, a double vanity, a soaking tub, and a separate shower. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath provide plenty of space for family or guests. A generously sized laundry room includes built-in cabinetry and a utility sink; the washer and dryer are included. Fresh interior paint and abundant natural light make this move-in-ready home truly shine. See supp. Additional features include a new A/C unit , a QuietCool oversized 7,000 CFM whole-house fan, a newer water heater, a smart thermostat, smart light switches, and a Kasa video/audio/motion security system. Ideally located near shopping, dining, parks, SMUSD, and convenient freeway access, this community offers a dog park, a tot lot with basketball hoops. The HOA also provides gated access to the rail trail, allowing for easy travel between Oceanside and Escondido. Palomar College, Cal State San Marcos, and various retail and entertainment options are all nearby.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2007
Materials
- Roof: Tile/Clay
- Construction materials: Stucco
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Garage Door Opener,Microwave,Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: Gas & Electric Dryer HU
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
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: 2,670
- Total interior livable area: 2,670 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 2176604500
Features
- Levels: 2 Story
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountains/Hills
Lot
- Lot size: 4,833 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached
- 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
- Wildfire
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
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 | $5,809 | $69,708 |
| Home Insurance * | $228 | $2,736 |
| Property Taxes | $1,587 | $19,044 |
| Electricity | $572 | $6,870 |
| Total | $8,196 | $98,352 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-05 | Contingent | $1,149,000 |
| 2026-07-22 | Listed for sale | $1,149,000 |
| 2020-12-01 | Sold | $720,000 |
| 2020-10-28 | Pending sale | $725,000 |
| 2020-10-22 | Listed for sale | $725,000 |
| 2007-12-21 | Sold | $540,500 |
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