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listing_id: CRNDP2608476
status: Active
price: 525000
beds: 2
baths_full: 1
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 858
sqft_lot: 0
lot_acres: 0.25
year_built: 1923
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "438 Richland Rd"
city: San Marcos
state: CA
zip: 92069
county: "San Diego County"
lat: 33.1464846
lng: -117.1377606
days_on_market: 1
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 0
list_agent: "Martin Quiroz"
list_office: "Real Brokerage Technologies"
list_agent_phone: "(619) 813-1287"
list_agent_license: 01346293
mls_source: CRMLS
modified: 2026-09-10
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | San Diego County | San Marcos | 92069 | 438 Richland Rd

438 Richland Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069

MLS: CRNDP2608476 | Status: Active | Price: $525,000
Beds/Baths: 2 / 1
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Bath Sq Ft Acres Lot Yr Built
2 1 858 0.25 1923

Remarks

Attention Investors, Renovators & Visionaries! This is a rare opportunity to restore, renovate, or reimagine a piece of San Marcos history. Situated on approximately 0.25 acre per public records, this 858 sq. ft. home offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bath per public records, plus a bonus room with potential for use as a third bedroom, office, or flex space. Built in 1923 per appraisal (a County Assessor correction reflecting this date is in process). Due to its current condition, the property may not meet Conventional, FHA, or VA lending guidelines; a cash purchase is recommended. Sold in present, as-is condition. A standout feature is the three-story tank house, a rare surviving structure reflecting the agricultural roots of the historic Richland Valley. The interior was informally converted at some point with a kitchen on the ground floor, sleeping areas on the two levels above, and an attached bathroom added to the rear. This space does not appear to reflect permitted construction and should not be relied upon as habitable square footage; the structure shows significant wear and is being sold strictly as-is, with restoration potential for buyers looking to bring it back to code. Given the age and current condition of the structures, visitors are encouraged to exercise care while tourin

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # CRNDP2608476
MLS Source California Regional MLS
Days on Site 1

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bedrooms Ground Floor Bedroom
Appliances Other
Fireplace None
Laundry Other
Cooling None

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Shingle
Pool None
Style Other

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Other, Garage: 0 Car(s)
Elementary District San Marcos Unified
High School District San Marcos Unified
HOA Fee $0
Zoning R-1 Residential

Contact Information

Martin Quiroz
Real Brokerage Technologies
License #: 01346293
Phone: (619) 813-1287

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Mission Hills High School public 9-12 0.26 mi 7
Woodland Park Middle School public 6-8 0.46 mi 5
Richland Elementary public K-5 0.68 mi 7
Knob Hill Elementary School public K-5 1.10 mi 8
North Coastal Consortium Schools public K-12 1.60 mi N/A
San Marcos Elementary School public K-5 1.80 mi 2
Rock Springs Elementary School public K-5 1.90 mi 4
San Marcos Middle School public 6-8 2.14 mi 5
San Marcos Adult public UG 2.45 mi N/A
Twin Oaks Elementary School public K-5 2.45 mi 8
Foothills High School public 9-12 2.65 mi 3
Twin Oaks High School public 9-12 2.65 mi 2
Escondido High School public 9-12 2.65 mi 5
North Broadway Elementary School public K-5 2.80 mi 5
Paloma Elementary School public K-5 2.92 mi 10
Lincoln Elementary School public K-5 2.97 mi 4
Escondido Adult public UG 3.04 mi N/A
Reidy Creek Elementary School public K-5 3.16 mi 8
Double Peak K-8 public K-8 3.21 mi 8
Limitless Learning Academy public K-8 3.25 mi 8

Nearby Homes

Address Price Beds Baths Sq Ft Status
1888 Fairway Park a $525,000 2 2 1,465 Active

Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of September 10, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Martin Quiroz, (619) 813-1287.