
676 Merit Dr San Marcos, CA 92078
Barham Discovery Community NeighborhoodHighlights
- Fishing
- Solar Power System
- 0.39 Acre Lot
- Discovery Elementary School Rated A
- Gated Community
- Open Floorplan
About This Home
As of September 2024BEAUTIFUL Home located in the gated community of Rancho Tesoro.
This desirable Vientos plan offers 4 bedrooms, + an additional bonus room upstairs, 3 baths, and unique features and upgrades that make it special. At the heart of the home is a bright kitchen with a light-colored quartz peninsula, tons of counter space, stainless steel appliances, and a built-in wine rack. The open layout of the downstairs seamlessly connects the kitchen to a spacious dining area and family room, which has been upgraded with a beautiful gas fireplace. Downstairs offers a large bedroom/home office, a custom built-in bookshelf/cabinet for storage, a mudroom, and a full bath.
Upstairs, the home offers incredible unobstructed views of mountains and the community’s park and pool, filling the house with tons of natural light and making its location desirable in the community. These breathtaking views fill the luxurious master suite bedroom, which has a soaking tub, a walk-in tiled shower, two separate sinks, and a huge walk-in closet. These views also fill the upstairs loft, which has a custom floor-to-ceiling built-in shelf (this space could easily be enclosed into a 5th bedroom). Also upstairs are two bedrooms, a full bath, and a large laundry room with tons of storage. The home has numerous upgrades, including board-and-batten wall paneling, designer carpeting, high-end tile flooring, elegant window coverings (wood shutters), and custom mirror frames made of walnut in the master and downstairs bathrooms, all of which make the home charming. It is also equipped with whole-house water and reverse osmosis drinking filtration systems and solar panels that keep energy costs low. The garage features a tankless water heater and ample storage. The private backyard is upgraded with turf, pavers, gas fireplace and mature olive tree.
Rancho Tesoro Community amenities include a pool, cabanas, BBQs, a playground, and hiking trails just right outside the gate. This property can apply for an intra-district transfer to Double Peak for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade. Don’t miss this dream home—it won’t last long!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Compass Brokerage Email: randall.parkes@compass.com License #02108698 Listed on: 08/08/2024

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,447
Year Built
- Built in 2017
Lot Details
- 0.39 Acre Lot
- South Facing Home
- Vinyl Fence
- Landscaped
- Sprinkler System
- Back Yard
- Zero Lot Line
- Property is zoned R1
HOA Fees
- $248 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Public Parking
- Parking Available
- Front Facing Garage
- Single Garage Door
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Property Views
- Mountain
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Spanish Architecture
- Turnkey
- Slab Foundation
- Spanish Tile Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,458 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Built-In Features
- High Ceiling
- Recessed Lighting
- Gas Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Shutters
- Window Screens
- Sliding Doors
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Dining Room
- Home Office
- Loft
- Storage
Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Built-In Range
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Quartz Countertops
- Built-In Trash or Recycling Cabinet
- Instant Hot Water
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Soaking Tub
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
- Closet In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Home Security
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Fire Sprinkler System
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Porch
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
- Phone Connected
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Doors swing in
- Solar Power System
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 26
- Tax Tract Number 26
- Assessor Parcel Number 2221730602
- $2,626 per year additional tax assessments
- Seller Considering Concessions
Community Details
Overview
- Rancho Tesoro Association Prescott Communities Association, Phone Number (760) 634-4700
- Community Lake
- Foothills
- Mountainous Community
Amenities
- Outdoor Cooking Area
- Community Fire Pit
- Community Barbecue Grill
- Picnic Area
Recreation
- Community Playground
- Community Pool
- Fishing
- Park
- Dog Park
- Horse Trails
- Hiking Trails
- Bike Trail
Security
- Gated Community
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Similar Homes in San Marcos, CA
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Grant Deed | $1,305,000 | Stewart Title Of California | |
Grant Deed | $715,500 | First American Title Company |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $406,000 | VA | |
Previous Owner | $608,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $602,100 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $612,950 | New Conventional |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
09/16/2024 09/16/24 | Sold | $1,305,000 | +2.8% | $531 / Sq Ft |
08/16/2024 08/16/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
08/08/2024 08/08/24 | For Sale | $1,270,000 | -- | $517 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $11,447 | $1,305,000 | $800,000 | $505,000 |
2024 | $11,447 | $797,812 | $390,430 | $407,382 |
2023 | $11,194 | $782,170 | $382,775 | $399,395 |
2022 | $10,961 | $766,834 | $375,270 | $391,564 |
2021 | $10,721 | $751,799 | $367,912 | $383,887 |
2020 | $10,598 | $744,091 | $364,140 | $379,951 |
2019 | $10,459 | $729,501 | $357,000 | $372,501 |
2018 | $9,547 | $715,198 | $350,000 | $365,198 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2024
Randall Parkes
Compass
(760) 814-7259
3 in this area
47 Total Sales
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Heather Parkes
Compass
(858) 345-4514
4 in this area
35 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2024
Brandon White
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
(619) 905-3313
1 in this area
52 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: ND24162481

APN: 222-173-06-02
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