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Off market apr 2021 for $875K

$1,188,744

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,588/mo

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2,580

sq ft

701 Helmsdale Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069

About this home

Soak in the Sweeping Panoramic Views of this Hilltop Gem! Views of the mountains and city lights from this gorgeous Vallecitos Ridge home. This 5BD/3BA corner lot home is in a gated community at the very top of the hill. Brightly lit & immaculately clean. Owned solar - no electric bill. As you enter, take in the bright floor plan that allows the living & dining room to flow seamlessly together w/ one full bedroom and bathroom downstairs. The upgraded kitchen features marble countertops, stainless steel appliances, a walk-in pantry and a large, eat-at center island. Upstairs boasts four bedrooms, the master bedroom being the star attraction. It's spacious and features stellar mountain and city views. The en suite features a double vanity, garden tub, step-in shower and walk-in closet. The stunning views continue on the large backyard patio, perfect for outdoor living and dining. Soak in these breathtaking views and perfect weather all year long. Low maintenance landscaping in the front and back yards provide hassle free areas for your loved ones to frolic. The kids will enjoy the highly ranked San Marcos School District. Close to shopping (2 Costcos), dining and entertainment venues. Quick freeway access too. Act fast, this hilltop stunner won't last!

Single-familyProperty Type

2008Year Built

6,325 sq ftLot Size

$461Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

5 spacesParking

Listed by Sammi Ramirez •DRE #02106561 • Keller Williams Realty

Bought with Willie Wilson •DRE #01748127 • Whole Life Properties

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•Source:CRMLS #NDP2103060

Redfin Estimate

$1,188,744

$314K since sold in April 2021$1,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 6.4% higher than the average sale price ($1.12M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$1,027,500
A
4 beds3 baths2,580 sq ft
745 Helmsdale Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069
Real Broker
SOLD OCT 15, 2026
$1,025,000
B
5 beds3 baths2,152 sq ft
748 Kirkwall Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
SOLD SEP 14, 2026
$1,110,000
C
5 beds3 baths2,441 sq ft
1049 Camino Del Sol, San Marcos, CA 92069
SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$1,195,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,493 sq ft
233 Petunia Ct, San Marcos, CA 92069
SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$1,150,000
E
5 beds2.5 baths2,441 sq ft
695 Feather Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
SOLD JUN 16, 2026
$1,195,000
F
5 beds3 baths2,754 sq ft
582 Chesterfield Cir, San Marcos, CA 92069

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$4,447/mo

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Market trends in 92069, CA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

99.6%

0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$957K

$22K MoM

Avg. days on market

37d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

2 MoM

New listings for sale

$529,000
2 beds2 baths1,333 sq ft
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$1,250,000
4 beds2 baths1,991 sq ft
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$1,999,000
4 beds2.5 baths2,527 sq ft
1235 Topanga Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
$1,975,000
4 beds2.5 baths3,582 sq ft
1123 Ariana Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069
$400,000
4 beds2 baths1,668 sq ft
939 Lacebark St, San Marcos, CA 92069
$1,150,000
3 beds3 baths1,612 sq ft
870 Linda Ln, San Marcos, CA 92069
3D WALKTHROUGH
$978,300
5 beds3 baths2,112 sq ft
1309 Shadow Hills Ct, San Marcos, CA 92069
HomeSmart Realty West
$699,900
3 beds2 baths1,376 sq ft
320 Rolling Hls, San Marcos, CA 92069
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Sale history for 701 Helmsdale Rd

Date

Event

Price

REDFIN #1

May 25, 2026

Rental Removed

$5,300

$2/sq ft

Oct 8, 2025

Listed for Rent

$5,300

$2/sq ft

CRMLS #NDP2508080

Sep 6, 2025

Rental Removed

$5,495

$2/sq ft

Aug 17, 2025

Listed for Rent

$5,495

$2/sq ft

CRMLS #NDP2103060

Apr 20, 2021

Sold

$875,000

$339/sq ft

Mar 30, 2021

Pending

—

Mar 24, 2021

Listed

$799,000

$310/sq ft

Mar 24, 2021

Price Changed

$799,000

$310/sq ft

Mar 23, 2021

Coming Soon

$819,000

$317/sq ft

SDMLS #180050422

Oct 26, 2018

Sold

$650,000

$252/sq ft

Sep 17, 2018

Pending

—

Sep 10, 2018

Price Changed

$659,900

$256/sq ft

Sep 7, 2018

Listed

$680,000

$264/sq ft

+16

Beautiful move-in ready home with OWNED SOLAR in Gated Vallecitos Ridge Community. 5 bedrooms, 3 baths on desired lot with a view. Home is immaculate offering high ceilings, plantation shutters, custom paint throughout, open kitchen/family room combo, marble counters in kitchen, upgraded energy efficient Kitchenaid appliances and whole house fan. Master bedroom is spacious featuring large walk-in closet, soaking tub and dual sinks. There is a 2nd floor laundry room, added storage shed in back yard,...Cont

cont... Custom side gate, custom flagstone entry and drought tolerant landscaping. This gated community offers a playground, picnic area and is quiet and peaceful. Close to Palomar College and CSUSM.

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40836105

Oct 26, 2018

Sold

$650,000

$252/sq ft

Sep 17, 2018

Pending

—

Sep 10, 2018

Price Changed

Aug 27, 2018

Listed

Aug 27, 2018

Listed

$649,900

$252/sq ft

Beautiful Move-In Ready Home with OWNED SOLAR in Gated Vallecitos Ridge Community. Entertaining offers between $639,900-$659,900. Home offers 5 bedrooms/3 baths on desired lot with a view and neighbors on only one side. This home is immaculate and offers high ceilings, plantation shutters, custom paint throughout, kitchen that is open to the family room. The kitchen has been updated with marble countertops and upgraded Kitchenaid appliances. The home has added energy efficiency from a whole house attic fan and added blown in insulation. The master bedroom is spacious featuring an oversized master bath with soaking tub, dual sinks and large walk-in closet. There is a 2nd floor laundry room, added storage shed in back yard, custom side gate, custom flagstone entry, and drought tolerant landscaping. The gated Vallecitos Ridge community offers a tot lot and picnic area and is a quiet and peaceful neighborhood.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$11,709 (+5.3%)

$552,040 + $414,030

$966,070

2024

$11,117 (+2.0%)

$541,216 + $405,912

$947,128

2023

$10,899 (+1.6%)

$530,604 + $397,953

$928,557

2022

$10,726 (+31.4%)

$520,200 + $390,150

$910,350

2021

$8,164 (+1.0%)

$510,000 + $382,500

$892,500

2020

$8,079 (+1.2%)

$329,781 + $340,087

$669,868

2019

$7,982 (+29.1%)

$326,400 + $336,600

$663,000

2018

$6,184 (−23.6%)

$320,000 + $330,000

$650,000

2017

$8,099 (+1.2%)

$142,777 + $345,782

$488,559

2016

$8,003 (+36.3%)

$142,777 + $345,782

$488,559

2015

$5,870 (+2.3%)

$139,978 + $339,002

$478,980

2014

$5,738 (+19.5%)

$135,176 + $327,370

$462,546

2013

$4,803

$135,176 + $327,370

$462,546

2012

$4,799 (+0.3%)

$112,000 + $273,000

$385,000

2011

$4,784 (+3.8%)

$112,000 + $273,000

$385,000

2010

$4,611 (+1.4%)

$112,000 + $273,000

$385,000

2009

$4,546 (+73.3%)

$112,000 + $273,000

$385,000

2008

$2,624

$112,000 + $273,000

$385,000

Tax history for 701 Helmsdale Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$11,709 (+5.3%)

$552,040 + $414,030

$966,070

2024

$11,117 (+2.0%)

$541,216 + $405,912

$947,128

2023

$10,899 (+1.6%)

$530,604 + $397,953

$928,557

2022

$10,726 (+31.4%)

$520,200 + $390,150

$910,350

2021

$8,164 (+1.0%)

$510,000 + $382,500

$892,500

2020

$8,079 (+1.2%)

$329,781 + $340,087

$669,868

2019

$7,982 (+29.1%)

$326,400 + $336,600

$663,000

2018

$6,184 (−23.6%)

$320,000 + $330,000

$650,000

2017

$8,099 (+1.2%)

$142,777 + $345,782

$488,559

2016

$8,003 (+36.3%)

$142,777 + $345,782

$488,559

2015

$5,870 (+2.3%)

$139,978 + $339,002

$478,980

2014

$5,738 (+19.5%)

$135,176 + $327,370

$462,546

2013

$4,803

$135,176 + $327,370

$462,546

2012

$4,799 (+0.3%)

$112,000 + $273,000

$385,000

2011

$4,784 (+3.8%)

$112,000 + $273,000

$385,000

2010

$4,611 (+1.4%)

$112,000 + $273,000

$385,000

2009

$4,546 (+73.3%)

$112,000 + $273,000

$385,000

2008

$2,624

$112,000 + $273,000

$385,000

*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

Baths

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,325 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2008

Sq. Ft.

2,580

Year built

2008

Style

Single Family Residential

County

San Diego County

APN

2205010800

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.

SPA

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Property details

Parking

Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway, Garage, Street
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2

Interior

Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Dryer Included, Individual Room, Washer Included

Kitchen Information
Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Cooking, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Water Heater Unit
Has Appliances

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3

Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling

Room Information
Entry, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet

Fireplace Information
Family Room
Has Fireplace

Flooring Information
Carpet, Tile

Heating Information
Central Furnace
Has Heating

Interior Features
Levels: Two
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Main Level Bedrooms: 1

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Patio Open
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Has Sprinklers

Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 6325
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Sprinkler System, Yard
Lot Dimensions Source: Public Records

Property Information
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Public Records
Parcel Number: 2205010800
Total # of Stories: 2
Has View

Financial

Assesments Information
Assessments: Mello-Roos

Location

Multi-Unit Information
# of Units In Community: 104

Homeowners Association
Is Part of Association
Association Name: Avalon Management
Association Fee: $170
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Amenities: Playground

Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Curbs, Foothills, Mountainous

School Information
High School District: San Marcos Unified

Location Information
Latitude: 33.14947900
Longitude: -117.17401400
Directions: Please come through the main gate on Aberdeen & Mission.
Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,580
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,325 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2008
Year Renovated: 2008
County: San Diego County
APN: 2205010800

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 6
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 6

Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Sammi
List Agent Last Name: Ramirez

Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Keller Williams-Carmel Valley

Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Willie
Buyer Agent Last Name: Wilson

Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Whole Life Properties

Around this home

Schools

San Marcos Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

2/10

San Marcos Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi

5/10

Mission Hills High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi

7/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

4/10 Fire Factor

1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

4/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 95° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

San Marcos, CA • 92069

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In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in June and 7.3 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.13M – $1.37M

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Home values near 701 Helmsdale Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
729 Helmsdale Rd, San Marcos, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2382 Sq. Ft.	$1,044,231
713 Helmsdale Rd, San Marcos, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2382 Sq. Ft.	$1,166,789

Address	Redfin Estimate
725 Helmsdale Rd, San Marcos, CA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2382 Sq. Ft.	$1,063,469
705 Helmsdale Rd, San Marcos, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2382 Sq. Ft.	$1,095,635

Address	Redfin Estimate
721 Helmsdale Rd, San Marcos, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2382 Sq. Ft.	$944,509
681 Helmsdale Rd, San Marcos, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2580 Sq. Ft.	$1,136,035

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