$963,800
SOLD OCT 5, 2012

1816 Verano Vista San Marcos, CA 92078

4 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,915 Sq Ft
9,750 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$246 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

143 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Wine Cellar
  • Two Primary Bedrooms
  • Discovery Elementary School Rated A
  • Solar Heated In Ground Pool
  • Gated Community

About This Home

As of March 2024

Spectacular executive home in one of San Marcos' best gated communities~Varadero at Lake San Marcos! This one-of-a-kind home offers the best in upscale, luxury living combined with breathtaking lake, golf course, city lights, ocean & mountain views. An immaculate residence and highly sought after floor plan offering dual master suites (1 entry level), stunning views from the upstairs master-suite balcony, ocean breezes, wine room, home theatre and a meticulously landscaped pool-sized yard. See supl & att: [Supplement]: Varadero's Finest! This model-quality, 4-bedroom/4.5-bath home offers the ultimate in San Marcos lifestyle. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by lush landscaping along the walkway leading to a beautiful, solid-wood, front-entry door. The turreted foyer has been transformed into a charming bistro appointed with hardwood floors and matching solid-wood handrails leading up the curved staircase, along with a wine room featuring natural-stone walls and a twisted, wrought-iron door. The adjoining living room features a custom-coffered ceiling and has been optimized for a home theatre with room-darkening curtains & surround-sound wiring which runs into a hidden cavity where a cabinet can be tucked into the wall for easy, rear access to all your components. The stylish & spacious demonstration kitchen adjoins the family room & features top-of-the-line amenities including butler & walk-in pantries, stainless-steel KitchenAid double ovens, built-in refrigerator, 6-burner gas cooktop with griddle, rich espresso lacquered cabinetry, large granite island with eat-in bar & granite countertops & backsplash. Virtually every room offers panoramic views of the lake & beyond. This stately, upscale home is a study in contemporary elegance, convenience & design. The roomy first-floor master suite opens onto 2 patios. The second master suite is upstairs & features a walk-in closet & a large, private deck to catch the sunrise & also watch the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. Perfection in this home has been sought & achieved in every detail. The backyard is truly a sight to behold & offers extra space between neighbors, a mixture of mature landscaping, a gorgeous Tuscan fountain, plus another large side yard with lawns & 2 patios (1 with 220V50A for spa), another side yard with gardens, conversation area, & pebble paths. The garage offers 600cf of overhead storage and polyurethane floors.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tom Rico

Berkshire Hathaway HomeService License #01198997 Listed on: 04/15/2012

Berkshire Hathaway HomeService

Last Buyer's Agent

Cindy Davis

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01221414

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,984

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

Lot Details

  • 9,750 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Drip System Landscaping
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Property is zoned Rs-1

HOA Fees

  • $234 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • Attached Carport
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • River
  • Lake
  • Panoramic
  • Golf Course

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Fire Rated Drywall
  • Tile Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3,915 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Fireplace
  • Formal Entry
  • Wine Cellar
  • Family Room
  • Home Office
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Double Master Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Outdoor Features

  • Solar Heated In Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Fire Pit

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Phone System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2220305174

Community Details

Overview

  • Varadero HOA, Phone Number (760) 431-4800
  • Varadero

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Security

  • Security Guard
  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,984

Year Built

Built in 2006

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$234 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Assessments: No
  • Park Name: Varadero
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Security: Fire Sprinkler System, Gated Community, Guarded
  • Subdivision Name Other: LAKE SAN MARCOS
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: Rs-1
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean, Spanish
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 2220305174
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 3915.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Phone System
  • Stories: 2
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Nook
  • Fireplace Features: Fire Pit
  • Levels: Two
  • Price Per Square Foot: 246.18
  • Room Type: Family Room, Formal Entry, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Master Bedroom, Office, Two Masters, Wine Cellar

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • View: Golf Course, Lake, Ocean, Panoramic, River
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Slab
  • Pool Features: Community, In Ground, Solar Heat
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Tile
  • Construction Materials: Drywall Walls, Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached Carport, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Uncovered
  • Total Parking Spaces: 5.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Association Fee: 234.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Varadero HOA
  • Phone: 760-431-4800
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks

Schools

  • School District: San Marcos Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Level, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers Drip System, Sprinklers Timer
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9750.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2238

Multi Family

  • Lot Size Area: 9750.0000 Square Feet

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 26, 2024
Closed on
Mar 18, 2024
Sold by
Georgens Living Trust
Bought by
Pokharel Abhilasha and Pokharel Aneil
Seller's Agent
Cindy Davis
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Out of Area Out of Area
Out of Area
List Price
$1,995,000
Sold Price
$1,850,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$145,000
-7.27%
Views
226
Current Estimated Value
$1,933,472

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$83,472
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.88%
Original Mortgage
$1,685,812
Outstanding Balance
$1,661,073
Interest Rate
6.64%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$260,093

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 30, 2013
Sold by
Georgens Dorothy E
Bought by
Georgens Dorothy E

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 15, 2012
Closed on
Sep 18, 2012
Sold by
Georgens Dorothy E
Bought by
Georgens Dorothy E
Seller's Agent
Tom Rico
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Buyer's Agent
Cindy Davis
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$985,000
Sold Price
$963,800
Premium/Discount to List
-$21,200
-2.15%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.53%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
2.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 2006
Sold by
Mion Ronald J and Mion Glenda K
Bought by
Mion Ronald J and Mion Glenda K

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 8, 2006
Sold by
Lake San Marcos Estates Llc
Bought by
Mion Ronald J and Mion Glenda K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$775,992
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,850,000 Fidelity National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $964,000 First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Grant Deed $970,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,685,812 VA
Previous Owner $400,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $775,992 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/26/2024 03/26/24 Sold $1,850,000 -7.3% $473 / Sq Ft
03/05/2024 03/05/24 Pending -- -- --
01/26/2024 01/26/24 For Sale $1,995,000 +107.0% $510 / Sq Ft
10/05/2012 10/05/12 Sold $963,800 -2.2% $246 / Sq Ft
09/05/2012 09/05/12 Pending -- -- --
04/15/2012 04/15/12 For Sale $985,000 -- $252 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $12,984 $1,887,000 $1,122,000 $765,000
2024 $12,984 $1,163,569 $603,637 $559,932
2023 $12,744 $1,140,754 $591,801 $548,953
2022 $12,569 $1,118,388 $580,198 $538,190
2021 $12,364 $1,096,460 $568,822 $527,638
2020 $12,247 $1,085,218 $562,990 $522,228
2019 $12,111 $1,063,940 $551,951 $511,989
2018 $11,726 $1,043,079 $541,129 $501,950
2017 $11,496 $1,022,627 $530,519 $492,108
2016 $11,320 $1,002,576 $520,117 $482,459
2015 $11,148 $987,518 $512,305 $475,213
2014 $10,889 $968,175 $502,270 $465,905
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: 120019497

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 222-030-51-74