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San Marcos

The resort climate, rural setting, central location and affordable housing prices make San Marcos an attractive place to live and do business.  San Marcos, with a population of approx. 83,149, blends small town informality with positive forward-looking development and growth.  San Marcos in located 90 miles south of Los Angeles and 30 miles north of San Diego, offering easy access to the I-5 and I-15.  With an average rainfall of 12 inches, average temperatures ranging between 47 & 85 degrees and cool ocean breezes, San Marcos offers a dynamic environment in the midst of fruit and nut orchards, flower fields, horse ranches and animal farmlands.

San Marcos is a growing center of popular recreation in the North County, offering three 18-hole golf courses within the city limits: the public Lake San Marcos Executive and Twin Oaks Valley Golf courses, and the private Lake San Marcos Country Club.  The Edwards 18 Stadium Cinema and food court offer residents the latest in new release movies and dining fare.  Throughout San Marcos one can find exceptional dining including Seafood, Italian, Mexican Cantinas and traditional British Pubs.  The Eagle Lanes Bowling Alley is across from the famous Old California Restaurant Row, known for it’s wide variety of dining experiences and tastes.   

San Marcos offers an abundant array of cultural and recreational opportunities including community theatre, music and fine art organizations bringing in many renowned artists to the city.  The Performing Arts Center at Palomar College and the CSUSM Library showcase not only student works, but professional works as well.  The San Marcos Historical Society and Museum constantly endeavors to bring living history to the area and into the local classrooms.  In nearby Escondido, the California Center For The Arts and the San Diego Wild Animal Park offer a full spectrum of year round entertainment and learning adventure. 

Lake San Marcos is an exquisite residential/resort community surrounding a quiet, secluded lake, just off Rancho Santa Fe Road.  The lakefront Quails Inn Hotel at Lake San Marcos Resort, the only lakeside resort in San Diego County, offers it’s guests lakeside rooms with private patios, tennis, paddle and party boats, swimming pools and spa and fitness center.  Dining features of the Inn include Gordon’s on the Green, an indoor grill, dining room, patio, live entertainment and dancing in the lounge.  More than 15,000 square feet of meeting space is available in the hotel’s conference center.

Lake San Marcos

San Marcos is considered the center of education in North San Diego County.  Located within San Marcos is Palomar Community College, the largest in San Diego County.  San Marcos also boasts the ever growing California State University San Marcos, one of the newest universities in they system.  The K thru 12 San Marcos Unified School District is an award winning district with over seven Schools of Distinction Awards to their credit. 

California State University San Marcos

For more information about San Marcos, inluding Floor Plans, please go to http://www.gretchenpagnotta.com/Nav.aspx/Page=/PageManager/Default.aspx/PageID=1058252!

Market Statistics for 92069, 92078 San Marcos Single Family Homes

San Marcos, Ca. 92069 and 92078 Median Price for Single Family Homes

San Marcos, Ca. 92069 and 92078 Inventory for Single Family Homes

San Marcos, Ca. 92069 and 92078 Average Days on the Market for Single Family Homes

San Marcos, Ca. 92069 and 92078 median Price per SqFt for Single Family Homes

San Marcos, Ca. 92069 and 92078 median MAI for Single Family Homes

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Could you use $500 to do a little project around you home? We want to give it to you!

If  you could use a $500.00 Home Depot Gift Certificate enter our current drawing contest!  Just complete the form below and return it to me.  We will have a drawing on Labor Day.  You must be a homeowner and complete the entire application to win.  Your information will be kept confidential.  We need a minimum of 350 entrees to have this happen so spread the word!  If you would also like a complimentary estimate of value on your home or any sales statitics or real estate information let us know.  We are here to earn your trust and business. Subscribe to our blog and let us know what you like about your neighborhood so we can share this with our customers! We sell, list, lease and trade properties in Escondido, Santaluz, DelSur,4s Ranch, Rancho Bernardo, Poway, Scripps Ranch, Encinitas, Carlsbad, San Marcos, Del Mar and Rancho Santa Fe!

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SAN MARCOS End of Month April 2010 Home Sales Stats

RANCHO PENASQUITOS End of Month April 2010 Home Sales Stats:

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There are 151 homes currently on the market in San Marcos.  These homes range from $220,000 (1318 sqft.) to $4,120,000 (2172 sqft.).  The picture below contains a list of the year to date home sales for San Marcos.  Click picture for a larger view!!!!!

Seller Tip Of The Month:

Organize closets and cabinets.  Buyers do open closets and kitchen or bathroom cabinets.  They want to make sure all of their stuff will fit.  You don’t want a potential buyer to open a closet and have items fall out!!! 

If you are thinking about selling your home, we would love to send you a free market analysis.  Just give us a call at 760-715-0478 or fill out the form below.  We look forward to hearing from you.

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San Marcos: End of Month February 2010 Home Sales Stats

San Marcos Home Sale Statistics ending month of February 2010

Year to Date Pending ( in Escrow) Listings for San Marcos, Ca. 92078

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Year to Date Sold Listings for San Marcos

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Currently there are 128 active homes for sale in San Marcos listed from $97,500 to $1,199,500.

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To read the January Sales and Price Report from C.A.R., please click on the following link, http://www.car.org/newsstand/newsreleases/januarysalesandprice/.

San Marcos Home Valuation:  Thinking of Selling your home and need an assessment of current value based on today’s market condition?  We are here to help!!!                       

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San Marcos End Of January 2010 Home Sale Activity

Lake San Marcos

Currently there are 117 detached homes for sale in San Marcos, Ca. a neighborhood in North San Diego County 92078.

Prices range in price from $190,000 – $210,000 for 1,980 sq. ft. to $998,000 – $1,100,000 for 3,915 sq. ft.  The average price for a 4 bedroom / 2 bathroom is $356,289.

There are currently 101 homes in escrow.  The average price for a 4 bedroom / 2 bathroom is $323,175, the average sq. ft. is 1,644 and the average market time is 61 days.

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Currently there are 37 attached homes for sale in San Marcos ranging in price from $74,800 for 651 sq. ft. to $435,000 for 1,443 sq. ft.  The average price for a 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom is $216,833.  There are currently 28 homes in escrow.  The average price for a 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom is $185,408, the average sq. ft. is 994 and the average market time is 75 days.

Please click on the picture to the left to view Sales Activity

California State University San Marcos

If you are considering selling your home, please contact us for a no obligation market consultation which would also include suggestions we will make for you to improve the value of your home prior to listing.

Buyers Tip of the Month

Bring a camera with you to each showing! Take pictures of all the rooms that are important to YOU; kitchen, master, ? so you can review them when you get home!

Sellers Tip of The Month

Stand at the front curb of your home and ask yourself honestly”Would I be interested in coming inside this home?” If the answer is an HONEST “no” you have your work cut out for you!

View Current Listings In San Marcos

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Read Why Lake San Marcos Real Estate is the Best Kept Secret!

I was recently reintroduced to the Lake San Marcos neighborhood. I had a good friend who’s parents needed to sell a condo there and needed a situation that would afford them more care.  I researched what was available in the area and found the Chateau’s of  Lake San Marcos to be a unique concept in Independent Adult condo ownership.

They are owned fee simple and yet provide services through their HOA fees for adult living.  The setting for them is absolutely gorgeous!  They are surrounded by lovely gardens and walking paths.  There are 137 1 and 2 bedroom condos in several different buildings all equipped with elevators. Some have lovely views and the prices are based upon the location, amenities and square footage. The condos currently range in price from $110,000-200,000. I was very fortunate to sell my clients a 2 bedroom that was completely furnished. It was a 2 bedroom with a lovely balcony in a quiet location and tastefully furnished in good condition.  The services which are avialable include a dining room that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner or room service.  There is housekeeping, linen service, transportation, activities, fitness, a lovely pool for aquatic classes and more activities.  The HOA fee varies with the square footage and number of residents in the condo.  My clients purchased a 962 sq ft 2 bedroom model and their fees were $1636 for 1 resident and $2186 for 2 residents.  There is also a State Licensed Assisted Living Facility within the Chateau community that provides 24 hour care.

There are so many diverse property offerings in Lake San Marcos.  There are condos such as the Chateaus as well as detached homes, condos and attached patio type homes.  Some are age restricted (55+) and many others are not.  I sold a unit that was absolutely stunning and was not age restricted.  It was 1200+ sq ft, a 2 bedroom + den with an awesome view of Lake San Marcos and it sold for $295,000.We did work with the seller and request they paint, clean and re-carpet the unit.  It was absolutely in pristine condition and sold with multiple offers in a few days market time.  The detached homes start in the low $200′s for a small home and range up to $695,000 depending on size and location.  Lake San Marcos is a man made lake and very charming. There is a large community center with a very active activity calender, pools, meeting and function rooms and there are 2 golf courses.  Residents have HOA fees which vary as per neighborhood and what amenities vary per property.

There are 2 golf courses; South Course and North Course.   The South course is  public offering a  par 58 in 2700 yards.  The North, Harry Rainville designed course is private and a traditional golf course.  It is absolutely picturesque with mature landscaping, lush fairways, driving range and putting green.

Lake San Marcos is located in the SW corner of San Marcos.  There is major shopping, medical and restaurants in close proximity. It is approximately 35 miles to San Diego and about 12 miles to the beaches.  The climate is near perfect year round.

Here is a picture of the condo I sold for $295,000.

The year to date closed sales for Lake San Marcos are as follows:

Detached – Click on the image below to view a full size image of the year to date closed sales for Lake San Marcos.

Attached – Click on the image below to view a full size image of the year to date closed sales for Lake San Marcos.

If you need more information on this area or if you are a resident and want to share your enthusiasm for living in Lake San Marcos please feel free to email me: GBPagnotta@gmail.com

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