$890,000
SOLD NOV 17, 2025

823 Orla St San Marcos, CA 92069

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,428 Sq Ft
6,219 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$623 Per Sq Ft

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Mountain View
  • Private Yard
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Twin Oaks Elementary School Rated A-
  • Community Pool
  • Whole House Fan

About This Home

As of November 2025

Welcome to this tastefully renovated single-story home in the desirable Valley Knolls community of San Marcos. Perched on a hill with peaceful greenbelt views, this residence combines modern comfort, thoughtful upgrades, and timeless charm. Step inside to discover an inviting open layout with wide-plank luxury vinyl flooring, fresh interior paint, and updated lighting throughout. The remodeled kitchen is a showpiece, featuring custom shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops with full backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and a spacious breakfast bar perfect for casual dining and entertaining. Light-filled living and dining areas flow seamlessly, creating a warm and functional space for everyday living. The primary suite offers a serene retreat with a remodeled ensuite bath showcasing a dual-sink vanity, walk in shower, and modern fixtures. Two additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, a home office, or hobbies. Nearly every major system and surface has been updated within the last five years, including the HVAC system, water heater, and a two-year-old roof, giving you peace of mind and years of worry-free living. Outside, enjoy a large, low-maintenance yard, ideal for relaxing, gardening, or hosting gatherings, while taking in the surrounding natural views. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, top-rated schools, and scenic trails, this move-in ready home offers the best of San Marcos living. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated home in the sought-after Valley Knolls community!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Amanda Durant

Keller Williams Realty Brokerage Email: realtoramandasd@gmail.com License #01331465 Listed on: 10/09/2025

Keller Williams Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Fredda Ponce

First Team Real Estate License #01711448

First Team Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1990

Lot Details

  • 6,219 Sq Ft Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Private Yard
  • Property is zoned R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES

HOA Fees

  • $110 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Property Views

  • Mountain
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 1,428 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Family Room with Fireplace

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage

Utilities

  • Whole House Fan
  • Central Air
  • No Heating

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Tract Number 11660
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2181521100
  • $95 per year additional tax assessments
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • San Marcos Valley Knolls Association, Phone Number (760) 918-8040
  • Maintained Community

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1990

Lot Details

6,219 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$110 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 2181521100
  • Year Built: 1990
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1428.00
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Appliances: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Levels: One
  • Price Per Square Foot: 623.25
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down

Exterior Features

  • View: Mountain(s), Park/Greenbelt
  • Fence: No
  • Pool Features: Community
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: No
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: No
  • Heating: No
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Whole House Fan
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pool, Maintenance Grounds
  • Association Fee: 110.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: San Marcos Valley Knolls
  • Phone: 760-918-8040
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Sidewalks

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6219.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1428

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 6219.0000 Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Tract Number: 011660
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 94.70

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Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 9, 2025
Closed on
Oct 21, 2025
Sold by
Lair Revocable Living Trust and Lair Scott A
Bought by
Esguerra Evan and Esguerra Melissa
Seller's Agent
Amanda Durant
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Fredda Ponce
First Team Real Estate
List Price
$890,000
Sold Price
$890,000
Views
62
Current Estimated Value
$887,119

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$2,881
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.29%
Original Mortgage
$811,012
Outstanding Balance
$808,731
Interest Rate
6.34%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$78,388

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 16, 2014
Closed on
May 21, 2014
Sold by
Walker Kristoffer and Walker Rachel
Bought by
Lair Revocable Living Trust and Lair Donna L
Seller's Agent
Catherine Adair
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Century 21 Seville Contempo
List Price
$439,000
Sold Price
$439,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.39%
Original Mortgage
$351,200
Interest Rate
4.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 20, 2004
Sold by
Taddei Laura
Bought by
Walker Kristoffer and Walker Rachel

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$372,000
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 19, 2001
Sold by
Goodjohn James A and Goodjohn Tina L
Bought by
Taddei Laura

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$178,500
Interest Rate
6.89%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 21, 2000
Sold by
Umjt Duncan Tina L and Goodjohn James A
Bought by
Goodjohn James A and Goodjohn Tina L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$19,000
Interest Rate
8.24%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 15, 1998
Sold by
Zdenek Piter
Bought by
Duncan Tina L and Goodjohn James A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$148,500
Interest Rate
7.05%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 22, 1995
Sold by
Hansen John D and Hansen Kay D
Bought by
Piter Zdenek and Piter Marsha

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$133,000
Interest Rate
7.88%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 29, 1991
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $890,000 First American Title Company
Grant Deed $439,000 Stewart Title Of Ca Inc
Grant Deed $465,000 Commonwealth Land Title Co
Grant Deed $238,500 Fidelity National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Landsafe Title
Grant Deed $165,000 First American Title
Grant Deed $140,000 Fidelity National Title
Deed $171,400 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $811,012 VA
Previous Owner $351,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $372,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $178,500 No Value Available
Previous Owner $19,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $148,500 No Value Available
Previous Owner $133,000 No Value Available
Closed $93,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/17/2025 11/17/25 Sold $890,000 0.0% $623 / Sq Ft
10/16/2025 10/16/25 Pending -- -- --
10/09/2025 10/09/25 For Sale $890,000 +102.7% $623 / Sq Ft
06/25/2014 06/25/14 Sold $439,000 0.0% $297 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/23/2014 05/23/14 Pending -- -- --
05/16/2014 05/16/14 For Sale $439,000 -- $297 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

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 $4,629 $419,025 $78,134 $340,891
2024 $4,629 $410,809 $76,602 $334,207
2023 $4,545 $402,754 $75,100 $327,654
2022 $4,484 $394,858 $73,628 $321,230
2021 $4,411 $387,117 $72,185 $314,932
2020 $4,370 $383,148 $71,445 $311,703
2019 $4,322 $375,637 $70,045 $305,592
2018 $4,186 $368,272 $68,672 $299,600
2017 $133 $361,052 $67,326 $293,726
2016 $4,045 $353,973 $66,006 $287,967
2015 $3,987 $348,657 $65,015 $283,642
2014 $4,021 $360,000 $203,000 $157,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: NDP2509786

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 218-152-11

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