$1,450,000
San Marcos
5 bd 3 ba 264 m²
San Marcos, California: North County San Diego Homes
169 homes and apartments for sale in San Marcos, United States.
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Properties for sale in San Marcos
24 properties shown
$1,200,000
San Marcos
4 bd 3 ba 267 m²
$929,000
San Marcos
3 bd 3 ba 177 m²
$1,599,000
San Marcos
4 bd 3 ba 165 m²
Apartment$970,000
San Marcos
3 bd 2 ba 143 m²
$1,499,000
San Marcos
4 bd 4 ba 263 m²
Apartment$309,999
San Marcos
1 bd 1 ba 55 m²
$829,000
San Marcos
2 bd 2 ba 137 m²
$1,249,000
San Marcos
3 bd 2 ba 132 m²
House$830,000
San Marcos
3 bd 3 ba 144 m²
$940,000
San Marcos
4 bd 3 ba 198 m²
Apartment$765,000
San Marcos
2 bd 2 ba 135 m²
Apartment$850,000
San Marcos
2 bd 2 ba 139 m²
Land plot$460,000
San Marcos
2 bd 2 ba 190 m²
House$715,000
San Marcos
2 bd 2 ba 116 m²
$1,745,000
San Marcos
4 bd 4 ba 272 m²
$1,529,000
San Marcos
5 bd 3 ba 292 m²
$939,000
San Marcos
3 bd 3 ba 134 m²
House$859,000
San Marcos
3 bd 3 ba 152 m²
$850,000
San Marcos
3 bd 2 ba 102 m²
$1,459,000
San Marcos
5 bd 3 ba 197 m²
$1,475,000
San Marcos
4 bd 4 ba 291 m²
$990,000
San Marcos
3 bd 2 ba 138 m²
$1,325,000
San Marcos
3 bd 3 ba 195 m²
Buyer's guide: San Marcos
San Marcos is a North County San Diego city built around Cal State San Marcos and the Palomar College neighbourhood, with newer master-planned areas on the hills. RealEstateAbroad lists 169 properties for sale in San Marcos, with a median asking price of €767,924.
Price statistics
Numbers come from current listings on RealEstateAbroad; asking prices, converted to euros.
| Measure | San Marcos |
|---|---|
| Listings | 169 |
| Median asking price | €767,924 |
| Middle 50% range | €616,753 to €1,116,574 |
| Median price per m² | €5,101 |
| Median size | 150 m² |
The mix of homes
Houses are 119 listings, apartments 38 and land 12. Three-bed homes (59) and two-bed (49) lead, with four-bed (43), five-plus (12) and six one-bedroom units. The apartment tier gives a relatively cheaper way into North County, which is useful given the €5,101 median per square metre. See apartments in the United States and houses.
Homes in the upper quartile, above roughly €1.1 million, tend to be larger houses in the hillside developments. Apartments mostly mean condominiums, so ask about the HOA, reserve fund and any rental caps before pricing one as an investment.
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What the area offers
The Sprinter light rail line connects San Marcos with Escondido and Oceanside, and the I-78 corridor reaches the coast in around 25 minutes without traffic. The university and a biotech cluster feed rental demand. Neighbours include Vista and Escondido, plus coastal Carlsbad and Encinitas, which cost more. Valley Center is more rural, and Rancho Santa Fe is a luxury enclave at another price level.
Water costs and wildfire exposure are real budget items in inland San Diego County. Ask for insurance quotes early, because premiums vary greatly between hill-edge and flatter streets.
Buying as a foreigner
Foreign buyers face no general ban in California, and the usual path is an offer, escrow, title insurance and a closing. Budget for property tax around 1% of price, possible Mello-Roos or HOA charges in newer neighbourhoods, and the withholding that applies when non-residents sell under FIRPTA. See our US consultation guide and mortgage guide.
Last updated 8 October 2026
Buying property in San Marcos: FAQ
Is San Marcos cheaper than Carlsbad?
Usually, as coastal cities command a premium. Compare specific streets rather than averages.
Does it have public transport?
Yes. The Sprinter rail line runs through the city.
Are there student-rental opportunities?
Demand from the local university exists; check landlord rules and HOA restrictions.
What extra fees apply?
Property tax, HOA dues in many areas, and special assessments such as Mello-Roos on newer estates.
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