870 S Rancho Santa Fe Rd Unit D, San Marcos, CA 92078
About this home
Welcome to this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo in the highly desirable Sommerset by the Lake community. Recently refreshed with brand new flooring and fresh interior paint, this home is light, bright, and move-in ready. The open concept layout flows seamlessly into the dining and living areas creating a warm and connected space perfect for gatherings. Start your mornings with a cup of coffee on the shaded patio where you can enjoy peaceful scenic views and it is perfect for California's year-round sunshine. The patio is also an inviting space to unwind at sunset, offering the perfect setting for relaxing evenings, enjoying an outdoor meal, and entertaining guests. The spacious primary suite features its own en-suite bath and walk in closet, while the second bedroom offers flexibility for guests, a home office, or hobbies. Fresh updates throughout create a warm, inviting atmosphere that feels like home from the moment you walk in. Added conveniences include an in-unit full-size washer and dryer and detached 1-car garage for parking and extra storage. There is also an assigned parking space. Beyond your front door, the community offers resort-style amenities, including a sparkling pool and spa, tennis courts, picnic areas and a fitness center. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks and freeways - everything you need just minutes away. It is also close to the popular Lake San Marcos community which has lovely lakefront restaurants including Amalfi’s on the water, a beautiful golf course, summer concerts by the lake, and the ability to rent gondolas and paddleboards at Lake San Marcos Marina. So many activities and things to do you will love your new home! This condo offers the perfect blend of convenience and accessibility for an effortless lifestyle which makes it such a special place to live. Do not miss out on this wonderful condo. This is truly California living at its best!
CondoProperty Type
1986Year Built
6.99 acresLot Size
$597Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Christine Derr•DRE #01822209• AARE
Contact: christine_derr@hotmail.com
Bought with Marty McDonnell•DRE #00976687• Sotheby's International Realty
*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
2
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
1986
Sq. Ft.
958
Year built
1986
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
San Diego County
APN
2216111256
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
R-2
Single-Family Residential 2 Zone
To provide for low-density, single-family attached homes that are suitable in massing and character for inclusion in single-family detached neighborhoods. The R-2 Zone is intended to implement and be consistent with the Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) land use designations of the General Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Garden center
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Communications tower
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Uncovered Spaces: 1
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Assigned, Garage, Parking Space
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Dryer Included, In Closet, Inside, Washer Included
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Has Appliances
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
All Bedrooms Down, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Walk-In Closet
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: 1
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Has Patio
Pool Features: Community Pool
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Property Information
Common Walls: 2+ common walls, End Unit, No one below
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 2216111256
Attached Property
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units In Community: 88
Homeowners Association
Is Part of Association
Association Name: Sommerset by the Lake
Association Fee: $563
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Amenities: Gym/Ex Room, Hot Water, Pet Rules, Pets Permitted, Picnic Area, Pool, Spa, Tennis, Sewer, Trash, Water
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
School Information
High School District: San Marcos Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 33.12999900
Longitude: -117.21180400
Directions: From the 78 head south on Rancho Santa Fe Road. Once you cross over West San Marcos Blvd it is the second driveway on your right hand side. Turn right at Sommerset by the Lake sign and go to the top of the hill and building will be on your right hand side
Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 958
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1986
Year Renovated: 1986
County: San Diego County
APN: 2216111256
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: christine_derr@hotmail.com
Days Active in MLS: 5
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 5
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Christine
List Agent Last Name: Derr
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: AARE
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Michelle
Buyer Agent Last Name: Ouellette Estates...
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Sotheby's International Realty
Around this home
Schools
La Costa Meadows Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.5mi
9/10
San Elijo Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi
7/10
San Marcos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° 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 • 92078
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Sun exposure
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.
8.7 hrs
7.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$544,000 – $658,000
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