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#NDP2505444, Brenda Bomar, Listing office: Gerson Properties
#NDP2505485·
Listing office: Seaside Executives·
Listing agent: Tracy Creighton·
Listing office phone: 760-717-1891
$875,000 List price
905 Discovery St San Marcos, CA 92078
4 beds
2 full
1,448 sqft
0.4 acres
$604 / sqft
House
Property details
About 905 Discovery St
Fall in love with this well-maintained single-story gem offering tranquility and an unbeatable San Marcos location! Set on a private lot, this home feels like your own secluded retreat while being just minutes from shopping, restaurants, schools, Discovery Lake, hiking trails, and quick freeway access. Inside, you'll find a warm and inviting living space anchored by a cozy wood burning fireplace, perfect for quiet nights at home. The open kitchen is perfect for cooking and dining with beautiful cabinetry. The flexible layout also includes four bedrooms, with one currently being used as a small office, providing room for everyday living. Both bathrooms have been tastefully updated with glass-enclosed showers for comfort and style. Step outside on the deck for a morning coffee and view of the hills. Then walk out to an expansive grass area and open the gate to a large garden already blooming and ready for your personal touch. The oversized shed offers extra storage or hobby space. In the front, the long driveway provides plenty of parking, with an additional space perfect for your RV, trailer, or weekend toys. The well-maintained home has a tankless water heater, newer carpet, energy efficient windows, recently sealed driveway, and painted exterior. Homes like this don’t come along often. Don’t miss your chance to own this special property in one of the most desirable areas in San Marcos!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
Size1,448 sqft
Lot size0.3707 Acres
Year built1982
ParkingDoor-Multi, Driveway, Garage, Oversized, Paved, RV Access/Parking
MLS #NDP2505485
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceWood Burning
ViewHills
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile
- Interior: Eat-in Kitchen, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Door-Multi, Driveway, Garage, Oversized, Paved, RV Access/Parking
- View: Hills
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $875,000
- Price/SqFt: $604
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,495
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Back Yard, Irrigation System, Garden, Lawn, Sprinklers
- Directions: GPS does not give correct directions. From San Marcos Blvd, go south on Via Vera Cruz. At Discovery, just south on Via Vera Cruz after the stoplight on the east corner, you will see two driveways. Take the second one on the left and the property is second on the left side down a long asphalt driveway.
- Year Built: 1982
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,448 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.3707 Acres
- MLS Number: NDP2505485
- MLS Name: CRMLS
- Office Name: Seaside Executives
- Office Phone: (760) 717-1891
- Listing Agent: Tracy Creighton
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 17, 1996 | Home Sold | $144,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $229,901 | $2,495 |
| 2023 | $225,394 | $2,446 |
| 2022 | $220,976 | $2,412 |
| 2021 | $216,644 | $2,371 |
| 2020 | $214,424 | $2,347 |
| 2019 | $210,220 | $2,245 |
| 2018 | $206,099 | $2,245 |
| 2017 | $202,059 | $2,199 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
Discovery Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•730 Applewilde Dr
5
High Tech Elementary North County
Public Charter KG-5
1.0 mi
•1480 W San Marcos Blvd
4
San Marcos Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.3 mi
•1 Tiger Way
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $98,015. The most common annual income of people living in San Marcos, CA is between $100k-200k. Most families are married, with kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
8%
<35k
44%
35k-100k
45%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
28%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
27%
Married, No Kids
36%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
16%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hiking/backpacking
Symphony or Opera
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Nordstrom Rack
Chico's
The Container Store
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Chipotle
Boston Market
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
Mazda
Volvo
BMW
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Talk/Personality
Alternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 905 Discovery St
The listing price of 905 Discovery St property is $875,000.
The property 905 Discovery St is a house located in San Marcos, California, 92078.
Active Listing: 905 Discovery St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 905 Discovery St are: Discovery Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), High Tech Elementary North County (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), San Marcos Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), High Tech Middle North County (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), San Marcos Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), La Mirada Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), High Tech High North County (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), San Marcos High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Pivot Charter School - San Diego II (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $2,495 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on December 17, 1996 for $144,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 905 Discovery St has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 905 Discovery St is 1,448 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 905 Discovery St is 1982.
This home is located at 905 Discovery St in San Marcos, CA and zip code 92078 in the Discovery Hills neighborhood. This 1,448 square foot home, which was built in 1982, sits on a 0.37 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 5, 2025 and is currently priced at $875,000.
While more than 6 listings in San Marcos, CA in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 6 listings sold at asking price, and more than 19 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in San Marcos, CA increased by 7.4% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 23 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $957,000 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.