OFF MARKET

Off Market Sep 2020 for $940K

$1,521,114

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,092/mo

•

2,698

sq ft

874 First Light Rd, San Marcos, CA 92078

About this home

SWEO from $879,900 - $929,900! Welcome to this stunning San Elijo Hills solar powered home. This home captures the So-Cal lifestyle with its indoor/ outdoor living woven through a thoughtful, inviting, open floor plan. This home features a comforting internal atrium for relaxing and a chefs kitchen for entertaining complete with stainless steal appliances, granite counter tops and a convenient island w/ extra storage. The private backyard is complete with a warming gas fire pit and generous patio area.

Single-familyProperty Type

2004Year Built

4,792 sq ftLot Size

$564Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 garage spacesParking

Listed by Dan Tomasi •DRE #01851821 • Douglas Elliman of California, Inc.

•858-344-3782 (agent)

•dan.tomasi@elliman.com (agent)

Bought with Bob Griswold •DRE #01228259 • Compass

•858-345-4514 (agent)

•bob.griswold@compass.com (agent)

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•Source:SDMLS #200038985

Redfin Estimate

$1,521,114

$581K since sold in September 2020$48K since August

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This home's estimate is 8% higher than the average sale price ($1.41M) of 6 comparable homes.

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A
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SOLD JUL 7, 2026
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B
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SOLD MAR 30, 2026
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C
4 beds4 baths2,559 sq ft
1727 Blue Water Ln, San Marcos, CA 92078
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D
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Keller Williams Realty
SOLD DEC 3, 2025
$1,410,000
E
4 beds4 baths2,559 sq ft
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SOLD FEB 13, 2026
$1,600,000
F
4 beds3 baths2,852 sq ft
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Market trends in 92078, CA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.1%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$960K

$27K MoM

Avg. days on market

34d

0 days MoM

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Sale history for 874 First Light Rd

Date

Event

Price

SDMLS #200038985

Sep 10, 2020

Sold

$940,000

$348/sq ft

Aug 20, 2020

Pending

—

Aug 13, 2020

Listed

$879,900

$326/sq ft

SDMLS #150049559

Dec 2, 2015

Sold

$746,000

$277/sq ft

Dec 2, 2015

Sold

$746,000

$277/sq ft

Oct 19, 2015

Pending

—

Oct 8, 2015

Price Changed

$755,000

$280/sq ft

Sep 10, 2015

Listed

$767,000

$284/sq ft

Sep 10, 2015

Listed

$755,000

$280/sq ft

+20

Welcome to this exquisitely upgraded & maintained executive home situated on a GREAT cul-de-sac in desirable San Elijo Hills. The functional & flexible floor plan features 4 full bedrooms plus downstairs den, combination living room/dining room, gourmet kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, custom backsplash, & butler's pantry, & spacious family room. This home is an entertainer's dream w/ courtyard & low-maintenance yard. Plus, enjoy all that San Elijo Hills offers. Welcome home! Neighborhoods: San Elijo Hills/Woodley's Glen Complex Features: , ,, Equipment: Garage Door Opener, Range/Oven Other Fees: 0 Sewer: Sewer Connected Topography: LL

CRMLS #130026431

Aug 29, 2013

Sold

$655,000

$243/sq ft

Aug 29, 2013

Sold

$655,000

$243/sq ft

Jul 18, 2013

Pending

—

Jul 6, 2013

Price Changed

$669,000

$248/sq ft

Jun 13, 2013

Relisted

—

Jun 4, 2013

Pending

—

May 23, 2013

Listed

$679,000

$252/sq ft

May 23, 2013

Listed

$669,000

$248/sq ft

Immaculate and beautiful home in Woodley's Glen, San Elijo Hills. 4 br, 3.5 ba, 3 cars attached garage, located on cul-de-sac street. Elegant front patio lead to formal entrance foyer with beautiful medallion marble tiles, private indoor court yard, open floor plan with first floor office or den, 18" ceramic tiles on the first floor, custom painted & crown molding through out the house, upgraded carpet, fireplace and many more! Come and enjoy living in the award community master plan of San Elijo Hills. Neighborhoods: San Elijo Hills Equipment: Garage Door Opener, Range/Oven, Shed(s) Other Fees: 0 Sewer: Sewer Connected Topography: LL

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$14,503 (+4.9%)

$542,568 + $495,263

$1,037,831

2024

$13,824 (+1.3%)

$531,930 + $485,552

$1,017,482

2023

$13,643 (+1.7%)

$521,500 + $476,032

$997,532

2022

$13,413 (+1.6%)

$511,275 + $466,699

$977,974

2021

$13,204 (+13.4%)

$501,250 + $457,549

$958,799

2020

$11,640

$491,422 + $448,578

$940,000

2019

$11,648 (+1.2%)

$422,148 + $385,344

$807,492

2018

$11,511 (−1.8%)

$413,871 + $377,789

$791,660

2017

$11,723 (+1.9%)

$397,800 + $363,120

$760,920

2016

$11,509 (+9.4%)

$397,800 + $363,120

$760,920

2015

$10,516 (+1.4%)

$390,000 + $356,000

$746,000

2014

$10,369 (+14.7%)

$294,750 + $360,250

$655,000

2013

$9,042 (−0.9%)

$294,750 + $360,250

$655,000

2012

$9,126 (+1.3%)

$243,000 + $297,000

$540,000

2011

$9,006 (+2.8%)

$243,000 + $297,000

$540,000

2010

$8,759 (+1.0%)

$243,000 + $297,000

$540,000

2009

$8,671 (−6.7%)

$243,000 + $297,000

$540,000

2008

$9,290

$243,000 + $297,000

$540,000

Tax history for 874 First Light Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$14,503 (+4.9%)

$542,568 + $495,263

$1,037,831

2024

$13,824 (+1.3%)

$531,930 + $485,552

$1,017,482

2023

$13,643 (+1.7%)

$521,500 + $476,032

$997,532

2022

$13,413 (+1.6%)

$511,275 + $466,699

$977,974

2021

$13,204 (+13.4%)

$501,250 + $457,549

$958,799

2020

$11,640

$491,422 + $448,578

$940,000

2019

$11,648 (+1.2%)

$422,148 + $385,344

$807,492

2018

$11,511 (−1.8%)

$413,871 + $377,789

$791,660

2017

$11,723 (+1.9%)

$397,800 + $363,120

$760,920

2016

$11,509 (+9.4%)

$397,800 + $363,120

$760,920

2015

$10,516 (+1.4%)

$390,000 + $356,000

$746,000

2014

$10,369 (+14.7%)

$294,750 + $360,250

$655,000

2013

$9,042 (−0.9%)

$294,750 + $360,250

$655,000

2012

$9,126 (+1.3%)

$243,000 + $297,000

$540,000

2011

$9,006 (+2.8%)

$243,000 + $297,000

$540,000

2010

$8,759 (+1.0%)

$243,000 + $297,000

$540,000

2009

$8,671 (−6.7%)

$243,000 + $297,000

$540,000

2008

$9,290

$243,000 + $297,000

$540,000

*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

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4,792

Year renovated

2021

Sq. Ft.

2,698

Year built

2004

Style

Single Family Residential

County

San Diego County

APN

6791912400

Parking Spaces

Basement

Accessible

HOA Dues

$80 /month

Garage

Yes

Features

Green

Last updated by owner on Feb 19, 2022.

SPA

Specific Plan Area Zone

The purpose of this chapter is to provide a framework for the Specific Plan Area (SPA) Zone through a standard process and general regulations and, specifically, to accomplish the following: Implement the goals, objectives, and policies of the General Plan.; Provide a planning process for the initiation, review, and regulation of comprehensively planned urban communities affording flexibility to the developer in a context of City review that ensures provision of necessary public services and facilities.; Establish a development review framework for comprehensibly planned communities pursuant to the authority provided in Government Code Section 65450 for the preparation of Specific Plans.

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Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 5
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Attached

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas

Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Built-In Range, Gas Cooktop, Range Hood
Flooring: Carpet
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Fencing: Partial

Building Information
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Stucco

Property Features
Green Energy Generation: Solar

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached

Lot Information
Lot Size : 4,000-7,499 SF
Lot Size Area: 0.11
Lot Size Units: Acres

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: Sewer Connected

Location

HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $80
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $80

Location Information
Directions: GPS!
Subdivision Name: SAN MARCOS

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,698
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 5
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2004
Year Renovated: 2021
County: San Diego County
APN: 6791912400
HOA Dues: $80/month
Garage: Yes
Features: Green

Home facts updated by owner on Feb 19, 2022

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: San Diego Association of REALTOR

Around this home

Schools

San Elijo Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

8/10

San Elijo Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi

7/10

San Marcos High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi

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

4/10 Fire Factor

2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

6 days above 91° expected this year, 16 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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Estimated sale price

$1.45M – $1.75M

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Home values near 874 First Light Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
865 First Light Rd, San Marcos, CA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2559 Sq. Ft.	$1,494,923
873 First Light Rd, San Marcos, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2499 Sq. Ft.	$1,329,017

Address	Redfin Estimate
867 First Light Rd, San Marcos, CA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2499 Sq. Ft.	$1,404,152
877 First Light Rd, San Marcos, CA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2919 Sq. Ft.	$1,301,783

Address	Redfin Estimate
871 First Light Rd, San Marcos, CA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2698 Sq. Ft.	$1,463,600
879 First Light Rd, San Marcos, CA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2499 Sq. Ft.	$1,450,560

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