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Off market nov 2020 for $790K

$1,144,391

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,286/mo

•

2,500

sq ft

961 Richland Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069

About this home

This absolutely charming 3 Bedroom 3 bath remodeled modern day farmhouse is a must see. The minute you step foot on this property you no longer feel like you are in SoCal, yet you are close enough to all that downtown San Marcos has to offer with easy freeway access, and only a 1/4 mile from the highly rated Richland Elementary School. Large bonus room located over the garage. Over a 1/2 acre lot with mature fruit trees and plenty of room to roam. Solar and propane can help keep your utility costs low. [Supplement]: County tax accessor shows property as a 2 bedroom with 1488 sq ft, but the property has an estimated sq footage is about 2500. County tax accessor's office also states effective year built is 1950; however, seller has been told it was originally built in the late 1800's and may be considered a historical San Marcos building. Buyer to verify all information, including but not limited to sq. ft. , lot size, and land use with the city.

Single-familyProperty Type

1950Year Built

0.65 acresLot Size

$458Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Lisa Fore •DRE #01292308 • McLain Properties

Bought with Lisa Fore •DRE #01292308 • McLain Properties

Redfin checked: a minute ago

•Source:CRMLS #200045576

Redfin Estimate

$1,144,391

$354K since sold in November 2020$12K since September

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This home's estimate is 41.8% higher than the average sale price ($807K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$840,000
A
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SOLD SEP 2, 2026
$769,500
B
3 beds2 baths1,506 sq ft
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SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$910,000
C
4 beds2 baths1,859 sq ft
916 Carriage Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
SOLD MAY 18, 2026
$920,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,782 sq ft
431 Richland Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069
SOLD JUN 3, 2026
$762,500
E
4 beds2 baths1,860 sq ft
677 Astorga Pl, San Marcos, CA 92069
SOLD MAR 3, 2026
1165 Borden Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069
$640,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,289 sq ft
1165 Borden Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069

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Market trends in 92069, CA

Last updated September 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

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Redfin agents who toured

Well maintained and updated home with lots of farm house style charm. Located on a large lot. One large secondary bedroom is on the third level. The garage is detached.
6 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Gigi Grant
Redfin Associate agent

Sale history for 961 Richland Rd

Date

Event

Price

CRMLS #200045576

Nov 4, 2020

Sold

$790,000

$316/sq ft

Oct 5, 2020

Pending

—

Oct 1, 2020

Relisted

—

Sep 28, 2020

Pending

—

Sep 17, 2020

Listed

$799,900

$320/sq ft

SDMLS #200034674

Aug 31, 2020

Listing Removed

—

Aug 31, 2020

Price Changed

$829,000

$332/sq ft

Aug 26, 2020

Price Changed

$819,000

$328/sq ft

Jul 23, 2020

Listed

$829,000

$332/sq ft

CRMLS #PV20101656

Jul 7, 2020

Sold

$785,000

$314/sq ft

Jun 15, 2020

Contingent

—

Jun 10, 2020

Price Changed

$775,000

$310/sq ft

May 30, 2020

Listed

$875,000

$350/sq ft

May 29, 2020

Listed

$775,000

$310/sq ft

NEW PRICE...Sellers are ready to move! This farmhouse has been restored and repaired to be a modern day marvel. Coined "half acre farm", the idyllic setting above Richland Road offers privacy, pastural views and plenty of space to roam free. With approximately 2500 sq.ft. of living space (buyer to verify), 3 bedrooms and 3 baths, plus a lovely bonus room above the garage, the possiblies are endless. With an abundance of outdoor space, whether it be kids, a family dog or cat, a coop of chickens, pet pig, horses or just outdoor space to enjoy, you truly can have it all here. Boasting its own mini orchard, the variety of fruit trees will offer a bountiful harvest. The mature vegetable garden will yield many delicious meals too. Newer solar panels keep your electrical costs down and come with a transferable warranty. Minutes away from top rated schools and all the conveniences you can imagine, an opportunity like this rarely comes along. Check out the virtual tour and see what this "half acre farm" is all about.

Greater Lansing AoR #160040427

Sep 30, 2016

Sold

$585,000

$234/sq ft

Aug 23, 2016

Pending

—

Aug 10, 2016

Price Changed

$599,900

$240/sq ft

Aug 8, 2016

Price Changed

$649,000

$260/sq ft

Jul 22, 2016

Listed

$649,900

$260/sq ft

Jul 22, 2016

Listed

$599,900

$240/sq ft

SDMLS #160012579

Mar 11, 2016

Listing Removed

—

Mar 8, 2016

Listed

$395,000

$158/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 23, 1985

Sold

$119,000

$48/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 1, 1983

Sold

$41,000

$16/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$9,726 (+5.6%)

$552,040 + $320,183

$872,223

2024

$9,212 (+1.9%)

$541,216 + $313,905

$855,121

2023

$9,040 (+0.5%)

$530,604 + $307,750

$838,354

2022

$8,994 (+1.7%)

$520,200 + $301,716

$821,916

2021

$8,846 (+27.0%)

$510,000 + $295,800

$805,800

2020

$6,963 (+1.1%)

$500,000 + $290,000

$790,000

2019

$6,885 (+3.3%)

$371,422 + $249,383

$620,805

2018

$6,666 (+2.0%)

$364,140 + $244,494

$608,634

2017

$6,536 (+178.0%)

$350,000 + $235,000

$585,000

2016

$2,351 (+1.5%)

$350,000 + $235,000

$585,000

2015

$2,316 (+2.3%)

$111,014 + $103,878

$214,892

2014

$2,263 (+1.9%)

$107,206 + $100,314

$207,520

2013

$2,221 (+1.9%)

$107,206 + $100,314

$207,520

2012

$2,179 (+2.0%)

$106,722 + $99,861

$206,583

2011

$2,136 (+4.8%)

$104,630 + $97,903

$202,533

2010

$2,037 (+0.9%)

$102,579 + $95,984

$198,563

2009

$2,019 (+1.8%)

$101,813 + $95,267

$197,080

2008

$1,984

$102,055 + $95,494

$197,549

Tax history for 961 Richland Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$9,726 (+5.6%)

$552,040 + $320,183

$872,223

2024

$9,212 (+1.9%)

$541,216 + $313,905

$855,121

2023

$9,040 (+0.5%)

$530,604 + $307,750

$838,354

2022

$8,994 (+1.7%)

$520,200 + $301,716

$821,916

2021

$8,846 (+27.0%)

$510,000 + $295,800

$805,800

2020

$6,963 (+1.1%)

$500,000 + $290,000

$790,000

2019

$6,885 (+3.3%)

$371,422 + $249,383

$620,805

2018

$6,666 (+2.0%)

$364,140 + $244,494

$608,634

2017

$6,536 (+178.0%)

$350,000 + $235,000

$585,000

2016

$2,351 (+1.5%)

$350,000 + $235,000

$585,000

2015

$2,316 (+2.3%)

$111,014 + $103,878

$214,892

2014

$2,263 (+1.9%)

$107,206 + $100,314

$207,520

2013

$2,221 (+1.9%)

$107,206 + $100,314

$207,520

2012

$2,179 (+2.0%)

$106,722 + $99,861

$206,583

2011

$2,136 (+4.8%)

$104,630 + $97,903

$202,533

2010

$2,037 (+0.9%)

$102,579 + $95,984

$198,563

2009

$2,019 (+1.8%)

$101,813 + $95,267

$197,080

2008

$1,984

$102,055 + $95,494

$197,549

*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

0.6 Acres

Year renovated

1950

Sq. Ft.

2,500

Year built

1950

Style

Single Family Residential

County

San Diego County

APN

2241801100

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.

A70

Limited Agricultural Zone

The A70 Use Regulations are intended to create and preserve areas intended primarily for agricultural crop production. Additionally, a limited number of small farm animals may be kept and agricultural products raised on the premises may be processed. Typically, the A70 Use Regulations would be applied to areas throughout the County to protect moderate to high quality agricultural land.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Agriculture
Housing
Processing
Fire house
Police station
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Grove / orchard
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking / Garage Information
Uncovered Spaces: 4
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Carport Detached, Driveway
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 6

Interior

Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, In Garage, Washer Hookup

Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Has Appliances

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2

Cooling Information
Central, Wall Window
Has Cooling

Room Information
All Bedrooms Up, Bonus Room

Heating Information
Forced Air, Propane, Solar
Has Heating

Interior Features
Levels: Three Or More

Exterior

Exterior Information
Roof: Shingle, Wood
Fencing: Partial
Has Fence
Construction Materials: Wood

Exterior Features
Pool Features: None

Green Property Infomration
Energy Generation: Solar

Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Gentle Slope
Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated

Property Information
Parcel Number: 2241801100
Total # of Stories: 3

Location

School Information
High School District: Other

Location Information
Latitude: 33.15919500
Longitude: -117.14060700
Other Subdivision Name: San Marcos
Directions: Borden to Richland [Cross Street(s)]: Richland Rd after Front St
Zoning: R-1:SINGLE

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,500
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.6 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1950
County: San Diego County
APN: 2241801100

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 9
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 27

Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Lisa
List Agent Last Name: Fore

Listing Office Information
List Office Name: McLain Properties

Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Lisa
Buyer Agent Last Name: Fore

Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: McLain Properties

Around this home

Schools

Richland Elementary

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

7/10

Woodland Park Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi

5/10

Mission Hills High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi

7/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

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

5/10 Fire Factor

3% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

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

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San Marcos, CA • 92069

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In this area, properties receive around 8.9 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

$1.09M – $1.32M

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Home values near 961 Richland Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1019 Richland Rd, San Marcos, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2106 Sq. Ft.	$959,008
1001 Richland Rd, San Marcos, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2212 Sq. Ft.	$1,386,996

Address	Redfin Estimate
1003 Richland Rd, San Marcos, CA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2230 Sq. Ft.	—
981 Richland Rd, San Marcos, CA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 696 Sq. Ft.	$554,176

Address	Redfin Estimate
920 Richland Rd, San Marcos, CA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3400 Sq. Ft.	$1,377,663
955 Richland Rd, San Marcos, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2128 Sq. Ft.	$905,221

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