Welcome to 659 Merit Dr. located in the beautiful community of Rancho Tesoro. This three bedroom 2 1/2 bath home is beautifully upgraded and comes with an office downstairs and a loft/ bonus room upstairs. Upgrades include, hardwood floors throughout home including stairs and upstairs common areas, quartz countertops and white shaker cabinets in the kitchen, Lutron App based lighting system, recessed lighting throughout home, stainless steel appliances, in home speaker sound system throughout home inside and outside, quartz bathroom counters throughout, and tankless water heater. Thats not all. In the Master Bathroom you have his and her sinks along with a shower with pebble flooring and a large sunken tub. Washer, Dryer, and all appliances are included. The backyard includes pavers and turf and is very simple to maintain. **VERY LOW HOA and MELLO ROOS!** Rancho Tesoro is a resort-style community with amenities including Cabanas, Pool, BBQ, Firepits, Three parks, and a Playground. Come enjoy the incredible views of the mountains from this home all while being just moments to the 78 freeway within an incredibly strong school district. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to own in Rancho Tesoro. ***Note Ownership is Condominium detached with no shared walls. This property is zoned for Discovery Elementary, and for grades 6th, 7th, and 8th for the 2023 school year students will have the option to go to Double Peak as a rezoning is being completed. High School is Mission Hills High School. Do not go by MLS zoning Map for school boundaries. Contact Agent for more information. Video link for tour is https://youtu.be/KPhu4HFrM4M
- CA
- San Marcos
- 92078
- 659 Merit Drive
- MLS# NDP2203655
- Date Listed04/13/2022
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths, 1 Half baths
- Lot Size 0.11 acres (5,000 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Property Type Condominium
- County San Diego
- Year Built 2018
- Water Public
- Square Feet 2,211 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $542.74
Interior Features
- Appliances Dryer, Washer
- Cooling Central Air, Electric
- Heating None
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof -
- Lot Size Acres 0.11
- Lot Size SQFT 5,000.00
- Lot Features -
Directions
Enter through the Santa Barbara Gate then turn (L) on Merit.
Financial Considerations
- HOA Fee $230 Monthly
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Public • PK - 8 • Serves this home
3.22 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
3.02 mi
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Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
2.45 mi
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Public • PK - 8 • Serves this home
3.22 mi
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Public • PK - 5
3.38 mi
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Public • PK - 8
4.09 mi
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La Costa Meadows Elementary School
Public • PK - 5
6.34 mi
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Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
3.02 mi
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Public • 6 - 8
3.38 mi
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Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
2.45 mi
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Public • 9 - 12
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Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Year | Total Assessments |
|---|---|
| 2021 | $718,876 |
| 2020 | $711,506 |
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 05/27/2022 | Sold | $1,207,500.00 0.63% |
| 04/27/2022 | Pending | $1,199,999.00 |
| 04/17/2022 | Active | $1,199,999.00 |
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1028 Cima Drive | Listing | 4 | 3 | Oct 25, 2025 | $795,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $1,259,750 |
| 431 Camino Hermoso | 4 | 3 | Oct 26, 2025 | $639,000 | Nov 09, 2025 | - |
| 622 Gemstone Drive | 4 | 3 | Oct 25, 2025 | $720,000 | Nov 09, 2025 | - |
| 604 Via Del Campo | 4 | 3 | Oct 25, 2025 | $759,000 | Nov 09, 2025 | - |
| 1009 Mockingbird Ln | Listing | 3 | 2 | Oct 26, 2025 | $559,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $880,750 |
| 877 Orion Way | Listing | 6 | 5 | Oct 25, 2025 | $892,800 | Feb 23, 2024 | $1,665,000 |
| 838 Antilla Way | Listing | 5 | 5 | Oct 25, 2025 | $899,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $1,676,750 |
| 1029 Mockingbird Ln | 4 | 3 | Oct 24, 2025 | $639,900 | Nov 09, 2025 | - |
| 616 Buckhorn Ave | Listing | 4 | 3 | Oct 24, 2025 | $729,000 | Jan 24, 2024 | $1,070,500 |
| 1363 Dolomite Way | Listing | 4 | 3 | Oct 25, 2025 | $725,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $991,750 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 49,922 | 96,308 | 3,325,378 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 2,938 | 3,931 | 791 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.7 | 3 | 2.8 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 38.6 | 36.1 | 37.6 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $92,726 | $82,920 | $83,628 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $46,241 | $36,770 | $40,428 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 118 | 132 | 119 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 42.5°F | 42.5°F | 43.5°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 88.6°F | 88.6°F | 80.8°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.1" | 15.1" | 11.97" | 38" |
27/100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score ®
12/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Most errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 22/100, Transit Score: 3/100, Bike Score: 20/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 659 Merit Drive
Source: Realty.com
659 Merit Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078 is a 2,211 sq. ft. condo listed for sale with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Realty.com has 34 photos of this condominium, listed at $1,199,999. View sales and tax history of condos, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 34 photos of 659 Merit Drive.
Our records indicate that 659 Merit Drive was built in 2018.
The full address for this home is 659 Merit Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078.
659 Merit Drive has been listed on Realty.com since Wed April 13, 2022
Most errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 22/100, Transit Score: 3/100, Bike Score: 20/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 659 Merit Drive. La Mirada Academy (Grades: PK - 8), San Marcos Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Mission Hills High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
Listing provided courtesy of:
Coldwell Banker Realty
(tel: 817-329-9005)
Listing agent:
John Castillo
(tel: 949-373-6403)
(#106703)
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