For Sale: 438 Richland Road, San Marcos, CA 92069. 2-bedroom 1-bath, 858 sf, 1923 San Marcos $525,000 begin new search
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Overview

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 touring the property and to conduct a thorough inspection, including structural evaluation, prior to submitting an offer. The home predates the neighboring former Hollandia Dairy lands, portions of which are now home to Mission Hills High School and Hollandia Park — a fascinating link between the property's past and today's surrounding community. The generous quarter-acre lot offers room to expand, add, or reimagine the site, appealing to buyers with a vision beyond the existing footprint, and includes various mature fruit trees. The location adds to the opportunity: minutes from Palomar College and Cal State San Marcos, with easy access to Highway 78, local shopping, and dining, and approximately 20–25 minutes to North County beaches. With North City and other development ongoing, San Marcos continues to grow. Bring your vision and explore the possibilities.

Address 438 Richland Road

San Marcos, CA 92069
Listing Status Active
Asking Price $525,000
On Market Date $525,000 @ Sep 10, 2026
Listed / On-Market Entered Sep 10, 2026
Original Entry Sep 10, 2026
Property Condition Repairs Major
Rooms
All Bedrooms Down
Square Footage 858 sf
Bedrooms 2
Full Bathrooms 1
Location
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Market Area 92069 - San Marcos
School District Not Listed
Ownership
Age Restriction 0
Property Type
Mello-Roos Fee $0
HOA Fee $0
HOA Features Curbs, Street Lights, Urban, Sidewalks
Public Records
County San Diego
Assessor Parcel# 2202313600
Zoning R-1 Residential
Geographic Areas

Community College District: Palomar CC

Zip Code: 92069

Highway Locator

West of I-15

East of I-5

North of I-8

North of SR-52

North of SR-56

North of SR-78

Ocean Distance 10.9 miles
Exterior
Style Single Family Residence
Material Not Listed
Lot Size 10,676 Sq ft, .25 Acre ~ 10,890 sf
Fencing Not Listed
Topography Not Listed
Roof Shingle
Entry Steps 1
Swimming Pool None
Exclusive Yard 0
Parking
Unpaved
Total Spaces: 6
Garage Spaces: 0
Non-Garage Spaces: 0 - 6.00
View Mountain(s), Neighborhood
Features
Year Built 1923
Laundry Location Outside
Elevator Not Listed
Cooling None
Heating
Fireplaces None (0)
Additional Parcels No
Appliances No
Assessments Yes
Association No
Association Fee 2 0
Attached Garage No
Below Grade Finished Area 0
Carport Spaces 0
Common Walls No Common Walls
Construction Materials Wood Siding
Cooling No
Entry Location 1
Heating No
High School 2 MMHHS
High School District San Marcos Unified
Land Lease No
Laundry Yes
Levels One
Living Area Source Public Records
Living Area Units Square Feet
Lock Box Version Supra BT
Lot Dimensions Source Public Records
Lot Features 0-1 Unit/Acre
Lot Size Source Public Records
Lot Size Units Acres
Main Level Bathrooms 1
Main Level Bedrooms 2
New Construction No
Number Of Units Total 0
Number Remotes 0
Parking Yes
Patio No
Pool Private No
Property Attached No
Road Frontage Type City Street
Road Surface Type Paved
Sprinklers No
Tax Model
View Yes
Well Depth 0
Well Gallons Per Minute 0
Well Pump Horsepower 0
Well Report No
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Property Tax estimate of 1% of listing price does not include local voter-approved bonds/assessments, supplemental taxes for new construction or ownership changes, extra local fees, etc.
Listing Source
Platform CRMLS
AOR North San Diego County
MLS Number NDP2608476
Courtesy of Real Brokerage Technologies
Listing Agent Martin Quiroz
Martin@USAHomesAndLoans.com