Experience Victorian charm blended with modern farmhouse elegance in this enchanting 1891 Historic Home situated in San Marcos. Meticulously crafted, 1617 Rock Springs boasts a newly built addition, featuring 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and 1,500 sq ft of living space, complete with a new roof and a downstairs primary retreat. Upon entry, you're welcomed with a spacious and cozy living room, an elegant gas fireplace and adjacent dining area. Luxury vinyl plank flooring flows through the space, offering a timeless style along with durability. Plantation shutters cover each window for added privacy and revealing natural light that fills the space. The first floor includes a newly added guest bathroom, laundry room and a primary retreat. The upgraded primary retreat features a full bath with a luxurious shower, tub and large closet, making it the perfect private oasis. The lower level hosts a beautiful, spacious kitchen with white cabinets, stone countertops and a modern farmhouse sink. Upstairs, there are 3 elegant Cape Cod style bedrooms and a bathroom with a walk- in shower. Outside, discover plenty of space, including a large covered outdoor porch, a circular driveway with plenty of parking. A spacious and separate three-car garage with a large loft and leased solar panels and a separate barn/workshop with plenty of storage. RV and boat parking with clean-outs and 100 AMP/220v electrical power are also available. Enjoy the outdoors with lemon and pomegranate trees, a fire pit and plenty of open space. With over 19,166 sq feet, this large lot features plenty of space for endless possibilities including room for a pool, granny- flat or ADU build. Close proximity to top-rated schools, parks, CSUSM, Palomar college, nearby shopping and dining with easy access to the 15 and 78 freeway, this Historic Home seamlessly blends comfort, convenience and timeless charm, presenting abundant opportunity.
Single-familyProperty Type
1891Year Built
0.44 acresLot Size
$670Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Stephanie Lujan•DRE #02133819• Century 21 Affiliated
Contact: 760-855-3595
Bought with Yvette Mercado•DRE #01771213• Angel Lynn Realty Inc.
Unique opportunity to own a restored 1891 Victorian Farmhouse! Major renovations in 2017 include paint, kitchen, bath, flooring and tile remodel. This charming home boasts: circular driveway, covered deck, fire pit, 6 fruit trees, RV parking with clean-outs and 100 AMP/240V power, workshop/barn and a large 3 car garage. This large lot still offers space for a granny-flat, pool (power already installed by deck on cement pad for above ground jacuzzi/spa) and more. Top rated schools; NO HOA; NO MR. [Supplement]: Unique opportunity to own a restored 1891 Victorian Farmhouse! Major renovations in 2017 include paint, kitchen, bath, flooring and tile remodel. This charming home boasts: circular driveway, covered deck, fire pit, 6 fruit trees, RV parking with clean-outs and 100 AMP/240V power, workshop/barn and a large 3 car garage. This HUGE lot still offers space for a granny-flat, pool (power already installed by deck on cement pad for above ground jacuzzi/spa) and more. Top rated schools, walking distance to Woodland Park, and close to many golf courses, CSUSM and Palomar College. Leased Solar means low energy bills! NO HOA; NO MR. Professional photos coming soon!
SDMLS #130021838
Jul 15, 2013
Sold
$427,000
$285/sq ft
Jul 15, 2013
Sold
$427,000
$285/sq ft
May 31, 2013
Pending
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May 1, 2013
Listed
$429,000
$286/sq ft
Apr 29, 2013
Listed
$429,000
$286/sq ft
SDMLS #120061958
May 1, 2013
Listing Removed
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Apr 30, 2013
Listing Removed
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Dec 28, 2012
Listed
$429,000
$286/sq ft
Dec 26, 2012
Listed
$429,000
$286/sq ft
CRMLS #120031804
Dec 27, 2012
Listing Removed
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Oct 12, 2012
Listing Removed
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Jun 22, 2012
Listed
$447,500
$298/sq ft
Jun 19, 2012
Listed
$447,500
$298/sq ft
SDMLS #120004745
Jun 22, 2012
Listing Removed
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Jun 21, 2012
Listing Removed
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Jan 26, 2012
Listed
$449,000
$299/sq ft
Jan 24, 2012
Listed
$449,000
$299/sq ft
SDMLS #110056774
Jan 26, 2012
Listing Removed
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Jan 25, 2012
Relisted
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Jan 25, 2012
Listing Removed
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Jan 3, 2012
Listing Removed
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Oct 11, 2011
Listed
$485,000
$323/sq ft
Oct 9, 2011
Listed
$485,000
$323/sq ft
SDMLS #110021011
Oct 11, 2011
Listing Removed
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Oct 10, 2011
Listing Removed
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Aug 19, 2011
Price Changed
$485,000
$323/sq ft
Apr 10, 2011
Listed
$495,000
$330/sq ft
Apr 8, 2011
Listed
$485,000
$323/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 25, 1987
Sold
$125,000
$83/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 8, 1985
Sold
$65,000
$43/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,232 (+40.0%)
$765,000 + $234,600
$999,600
2024
$8,022 (+2.9%)
$750,000 + $230,000
$980,000
2023
$7,797 (+10.7%)
$319,014 + $404,581
$723,595
2022
$7,045 (+0.6%)
$312,759 + $396,649
$709,408
2021
$7,005 (+32.2%)
$306,627 + $330,872
$637,499
2020
$5,297 (+1.2%)
$300,615 + $324,385
$625,000
2019
$5,237 (+3.0%)
$230,206 + $248,409
$478,615
2018
$5,084 (+0.8%)
$225,693 + $243,539
$469,232
2017
$5,046 (+1.6%)
$216,930 + $234,083
$451,013
2016
$4,969 (+1.5%)
$216,930 + $234,083
$451,013
2015
$4,897 (+2.3%)
$212,677 + $229,494
$442,171
2014
$4,785 (+177.7%)
$205,380 + $221,620
$427,000
2013
$1,723 (+1.9%)
$205,380 + $221,620
$427,000
2012
$1,691 (+2.1%)
$77,551 + $83,683
$161,234
2011
$1,656 (+4.8%)
$76,031 + $82,043
$158,074
2010
$1,580 (+0.9%)
$74,541 + $80,435
$154,976
2009
$1,566 (+1.8%)
$73,984 + $79,834
$153,818
2008
$1,539
$74,160 + $80,024
$154,184
Tax history for 1617 Rock Springs Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,232 (+40.0%)
$765,000 + $234,600
$999,600
2024
$8,022 (+2.9%)
$750,000 + $230,000
$980,000
2023
$7,797 (+10.7%)
$319,014 + $404,581
$723,595
2022
$7,045 (+0.6%)
$312,759 + $396,649
$709,408
2021
$7,005 (+32.2%)
$306,627 + $330,872
$637,499
2020
$5,297 (+1.2%)
$300,615 + $324,385
$625,000
2019
$5,237 (+3.0%)
$230,206 + $248,409
$478,615
2018
$5,084 (+0.8%)
$225,693 + $243,539
$469,232
2017
$5,046 (+1.6%)
$216,930 + $234,083
$451,013
2016
$4,969 (+1.5%)
$216,930 + $234,083
$451,013
2015
$4,897 (+2.3%)
$212,677 + $229,494
$442,171
2014
$4,785 (+177.7%)
$205,380 + $221,620
$427,000
2013
$1,723 (+1.9%)
$205,380 + $221,620
$427,000
2012
$1,691 (+2.1%)
$77,551 + $83,683
$161,234
2011
$1,656 (+4.8%)
$76,031 + $82,043
$158,074
2010
$1,580 (+0.9%)
$74,541 + $80,435
$154,976
2009
$1,566 (+1.8%)
$73,984 + $79,834
$153,818
2008
$1,539
$74,160 + $80,024
$154,184
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.44 Acres
Year renovated
1935
Sq. Ft.
1,702
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
2262221200
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
R-1-10
Single-Family Residential Low Zone
To provide for single-family detached homes on lots of 10,000 sq ft or greater, for a maximum density of 4 units per 1 acre. This Zone provides for low-density living on large lots. The R-1-10 Zone is intended to implement and is consistent with the Very Low Density Residential (VLDR) land use designation of the General Plan.
Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Inside, Washer Hookup
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Free Standing Range, Garbage Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Recirculated Exhaust Fan, Water Heater Unit
Has Appliances
Area, Formal Dining Room, In Living Room
Stone Counters
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Shower, Shower in Tub, Exhaust fan(s), Linen Closet/Storage, Main Floor Full Bath, Remodeled
Cooling Information
Wall Window
Has Cooling
Room Information
Entry, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite
Fireplace Information
Living Room, Gas
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
See Remarks, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Heating Information
Fireplace, Heat Pump
Has Heating
Interior Features
Panel Doors
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: 1
Ceiling Fan, Crown Moldings, Open Floor Plan, Stone Counters