1561 La Plaza Dr San Marcos, CA $2,349,000

1561 La Plaza DR | San Marcos (92078) Lake San Marcos

$2,349,000 | 4 Beds | 5 Baths (5 Full) | 4,327 Sq. Ft.

Perched atop more than an acre in the coveted hills of Lake San Marcos, 1561 La Plaza Drive is a truly rare offering where exceptional design, timeless craftsmanship, and breathtaking panoramic views come together. Overlooking Lake San Marcos and the surrounding mountains, this extensively reimagined estate offers remarkable privacy while remaining just minutes from golf, dining, restaurants, shopping, and the lake. Filled with natural light, the home lives primarily as a single-level residence with soaring ceilings, an open-concept floor plan, and expansive living spaces designed to showcase the spectacular views from nearly every room. Every detail reflects an uncompromising commitment to quality, from the Italian stone finishes to the custom Western windows and doors, highlighted by a dramatic pivot entry door. The chef's kitchen features top-of-the-line JennAir appliances and opens seamlessly to the main living areas. The expansive primary suite offers a sitting area, spa-inspired bath, and walk-in closet. Configured originally as three bedrooms, the home also includes multiple bonus spaces ideal for a guest retreat, home office, fitness studio, game room, or abundant storage. Designed for comfort, efficiency, and wellness, the home features owned solar, a brand-new HVAC system, a Waterdrop X12 reverse osmosis system, and a Super V whole-house air filtration system. The grounds are equally impressive, with approximately 150 mature trees and specimen plantings—including avocado, citrus, macadamia, cherimoya, magnolias, and more—creating a private botanical sanctuary. A three-car garage and permits to build an ADU where one previously existed (buyer to verify) provide outstanding flexibility and future potential. Offering an exceptional combination of design, construction quality, privacy, square footage, and panoramic views, 1561 La Plaza Drive represents an extraordinary value and a one-of-a-kind opportunity. CRMLS NDP2606776

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MLS Listing ID: 
CRMLS NDP2606776
Purchase
Community Information
School District: 
San Marcos Unified
Association Fee: 
$0
Building Details
Details about the building on a property.
Stories: 
2
Year Built: 
1982
New Construction: 
0
Living Area: 
4,327
Interior: 
Balcony, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Electronic Air Cleaner, Open Floorplan
Fireplaces: 
Living Room
Construction
Roof: 
Flat
Exterior Features: 
Balcony, Rain Gutters
DisabilityFeatures: 
Parking
Porch: 
Covered
Room Details
Details about the rooms in the building.
Total Bedrooms: 
4
Total Bathrooms: 
5
Total Full-Bathrooms: 
5
Total Half-Bathrooms: 
0
Utilities
Information about utilities available on the property.
Heating System: 
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling System: 
Central Air
Sewer: 
Public Sewer
Lot/Land Details
Details about the lots and land features included on the property.
Acres: 
1.06
Lot Size (Area): 
46,173
View: 
Mountain(s), City Lights, Lake, Neighborhood, Hills, Golf Course, Water, Panoramic
Lot Features
Garage: 
3
Pool: 
None
Public Record
Parcel Number: 
2224400500
Listing Dates
Dates involved in the transaction.
Listing Date/Time: 
6/20/2026
Listing Entry Date/Time: 
7/16/2026
Status Change Date/Time: 
7/15/2026
Listing Participants
Participants (agents, offices, etc.) in the transaction.
Listing Agent Name: 
Drew Davis
Listing Office Name: 
Compass

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