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San Marcos, CA

$2,349,000

1561 La Plaza Drive, San Marcos, CA
4
Beds
5
Baths
4,327
Sq Ft
1982
Built
1
Days listed

About this home

Perched atop more than an acre in the coveted hills of Lake San Marcos, 1561 La Plaza Drive is a truly rare offering where exceptional design, timeless craftsmanship, and breathtaking panoramic views come together. Overlooking Lake San Marcos and the surrounding mountains, this extensively reimagined estate offers remarkable privacy while remaining just minutes from golf, dining, restaurants, shopping, and the lake. Filled with natural light, the home lives primarily as a single-level residence with soaring ceilings, an open-concept floor plan, and expansive living spaces designed to showcase the spectacular views from nearly every room. Every detail reflects an uncompromising commitment to quality, from the Italian stone finishes to the custom Western windows and doors, highlighted by a dramatic pivot entry door. The chef's kitchen features top-of-the-line JennAir appliances and opens seamlessly to the main living areas. The expansive primary suite offers a sitting area, spa-inspired bath, and walk-in closet. Configured originally as three bedrooms, the home also includes multiple bonus spaces ideal for a guest retreat, home office, fitness studio, game room, or abundant storage. Designed for comfort, efficiency, and wellness, the home features owned solar, a brand-new HVAC system, a Waterdrop X12 reverse osmosis system, and a Super V whole-house air filtration system. The grounds are equally impressive, with approximately 150 mature trees and specimen plantings—including avocado, citrus, macadamia, cherimoya, magnolias, and more—creating a private botanical sanctuary. A three-car garage and permits to build an ADU where one previously existed (buyer to verify) provide outstanding flexibility and future potential. Offering an exceptional combination of design, construction quality, privacy, square footage, and panoramic views, 1561 La Plaza Drive represents an extraordinary value and a one-of-a-kind opportunity.

Facts & features

Interior
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
5 full
Living area
4,327 sq ft
Interior features
Balcony, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater, Water Purifier
Fireplace
Living Room
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Levels
Two
Exterior & lot
Lot size
1.06 acres (46,173 sq ft)
Pool
None
View
City Lights, Golf Course, Hills, Lake, Mountains, Neighborhood, Panoramic, Water
Year built
1982
Parking spaces
3
Community
Area
92078 - San Marcos
County
San Diego
Community features
Biking, Curbs, Fishing, Hiking, Lake, Suburban
Listing details
Status
Active
Property type
Single Family Residence
Days on market
1
Listed
2026-06-20
Terms
Cash, Conventional
Parcel #
2224400500
MLS #
NDP2606776
Listed by
Drew Davis · Compass

Location

Price history

Listed
$2,349,000 · 2026-06-20
Days on market
1
Current price
$2,349,000
Financing

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$14,736
$11,878 principal & interest · $2,858 taxes & insurance
$469,800
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Loan $1,879,200

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