San Marcos Homes with One Level Stories

San Marcos Homes with One Level Stories

Welcome to San Marcos, California, a vibrant city nestled in the heart of San Diego County. Known for its picturesque landscapes, friendly community, and excellent quality of life, San Marcos is a hidden gem that offers the perfect blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience. With its close proximity to beautiful beaches, lush parks, and a variety of shopping and dining options, residents enjoy a lifestyle that is both active and relaxed.

One of the standout features of San Marcos is its diverse array of housing options, particularly the charming one-level story homes that grace the neighborhoods. These single-story residences appeal to a wide range of buyers, from young families seeking easy accessibility to retirees looking for comfortable living without the hassle of stairs. Imagine waking up in a spacious, sun-drenched living room that seamlessly flows into a cozy backyard oasis, perfect for entertaining friends or enjoying a peaceful evening under the stars.

San Marcos also boasts a strong sense of community, with year-round events and activities that bring neighbors together. Local farmers' markets, outdoor concerts, and family-friendly festivals are just a few of the ways residents enjoy the sunny Southern California lifestyle. Additionally, with top-rated schools and ample recreational facilities, San Marcos is an ideal place for families to thrive.

Whether you’re searching for your first home, a cozy retirement retreat, or an investment opportunity, the one-level story homes in San Marcos offer comfort, convenience, and a welcoming atmosphere that truly makes this city feel like home. Come explore what San Marcos has to offer, and discover the perfect place to create lasting memories!

Newest San Marcos Homes with One Level Stories

$1,100,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ND26211870 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Beautiful, Serene & Private Twin Oaks Valley Retreat Welcome to your own private oasis in the highly desirable Twin Oaks Valley! Tucked away on a quiet private street with only five neighboring homes, this beautiful property is located at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac, offering privacy and tranquility. The property features a spacious grove area at the rear of the lot, providing plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Relax and entertain with a large swimming pool and spa, perfect for enjoying Southern California living.

1330 Twain Court, San Marcos
$625,000
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ NDP2609031 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Welcome to this beautifully upgraded 3 bedroom, 1 bath home in San Marcos! Thoughtfully updated throughout, this home features a stylish kitchen with quartz countertops, tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Enjoy the durability and modern appeal of luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the living areas. The remodeled bathroom offers a fresh, contemporary feel, while ceiling fans add comfort throughout the home. Step outside to a generously sized backyard, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying outdoor activities. Additional features include a convenient laundry closet, and a driveway providing additional parking. With its extensive upgrades and inviting outdoor space, this home is move-in ready and offers comfortable Southern California living in a desirable San Marcos location. Garage converted to a room, permits unknown. Seller to select services. Room dimensions & sq footage are approximate, per builder & assessors record. All MLS & marketing info is approximate & not guaranteed.

3505 Hollencrest Road, San Marcos
$647,900
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ OC26211859 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Seller will consider all reasonable offers. Special Builder Financing with designated lender, U.S. Bank. Designer selected upgrades at no cost to Buyer! Homes complete with Quartz countertops • full kitchen backsplash • Tiled Shower in Primary Bath • Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring • Recessed Lighting Throughout • Car Charger outlet **Solar is included at no extra cost to Buyer. SOLAR OWNED, no Lease! Paloma by California Pacific Homes brings a new energy to San Marcos with stylish townhomes and flats designed for the way you live. Think bright, open spaces that flow naturally. Sunny gourmet kitchens where you'll want to linger. Cozy decks perfect for morning coffee. Come view this highly upgraded, move-in ready home!

907 Estrella Road, San Marcos
$999,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ PTP2607234 MLS ⋅ Coming Soon Status
Set on an elevated parcel in the desirable Santa Fe Hills community of San Marcos, this beautifully updated single-story 3 bedroom, 2 bath home offers a wonderful blend of modern comfort, spacious living and scenic surroundings. With no home directly in front or behind, the property enjoys a sense of openness and privacy, while abundant windows fill the spacious open floor plan with natural light and capture the panoramic views beyond. The generously sized primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a sliding glass door providing direct access to the backyard. Inside, the kitchen, bathrooms, and flooring have all been newly renovated, creating a fresh and inviting atmosphere throughout. The spacious yard provides an ideal setting for relaxing or entertaining while taking in the expansive views. Ideally situated near neighborhood parks, trails, shopping, and dining, this home also offers easy access to the 78 and 15, along with nearby San Marcos schools. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy comfortable single-story living in one of San Marcos’ desirable communities.

1584 Loma Alta, San Marcos
$855,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260023321SD MLS ⋅ Active Status
Lovely single-story home in the heart of San Marcos, ideally situated in the well-cared-for Woods neighborhood. Recent improvements add both comfort and value, including a brand-new HVAC system, a newer roof replaced in 2022, replacement windows and sliding doors, refreshed backyard landscaping, and owned solar. Offering four bedrooms and two full bathrooms, this inviting home combines comfortable everyday living with thoughtful updates, flexible spaces, and a convenient location close to many of the area’s everyday essentials. Enter to discover a welcoming living room highlighted by a large picture window that fills the space with natural light and a fireplace that creates a warm, comfortable focal point. A quaint front patio adds charm and provides a pleasant spot to enjoy a morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day. The dining area flows seamlessly into the kitchen, creating an easy, connected layout for both daily living and entertaining. The kitchen features crisp white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and counter seating illuminated by pendant lighting, offering a casual place for meals, conversation, or homework. A built-in media station in the dining and kitchen area adds valuable functionality for organizing schedules, working from home, or managing everyday tasks. Outside, the spacious and private backyard offers even more room to enjoy. With no rear neighbors and the property backing to the community park, the setting feels open and peaceful. A large patio creates plenty of space for outdoor dining and entertaining, while the generous grassy area provides room for play, pets, or simply relaxing outdoors. There is also ample space to personalize the yard with additional landscaping, garden beds, flowers, or other outdoor features. A two-car garage provides additional storage and everyday convenience. The Woods HOA offers a community park, biking and hiking trails, a playground, and a basketball court. The home is also just down the street from Woodland Park Middle School and Woodland Park & Pool, and close to grocery stores, Costco, coffee shops, restaurants, Highway 78, colleges, and much more. With its single-level layout, spacious backyard, inviting indoor-outdoor flow, and convenient San Marcos location, this home offers a comfortable setting with room to enjoy today and personalize for the future.

521 Shadow Hills Drive, San Marcos
$925,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260023102SD MLS ⋅ Active Status
A unique find in San Marcos! This thoughtfully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers approximately 1,091 square feet on an oversized .49 acre lot with exceptional outdoor space and versatility. Located in an established neighborhood with NO HOA and access to highly regarded local schools, this property offers space that can be difficult to find. Inside, enjoy abundant natural light from multiple skylights, crown molding, fresh paint, updated bathrooms, and a kitchen featuring granite countertops and gas appliances. Central heating and A/C, plus a tankless water heater, add year-round comfort. Outside, the expansive lot offers room to entertain, relax, and accommodate RV or boat storage, plus a three-car driveway for additional parking. Low-maintenance turf, mature landscaping, a custom retaining wall, improved drainage, rain gutters, outdoor lighting, and electrical throughout the yard complement a spacious deck ideal for outdoor dining and gatherings. The upper portion of the lot also offers potential for a future ADU, creating additional flexibility for guest accommodations, multigenerational living, a home office, or potential rental income. With its oversized lot, extensive parking, thoughtful upgrades, and desirable San Marcos location, this property is truly a unique find!

427 Ponte Ave, San Marcos
$820,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260023094SD MLS ⋅ Active Status
3924 Grandon Ave is a one-story San Marcos home built in 1961 with 1,192 square feet, three bedrooms and two bathrooms in the main home. The living room connects to a dining area with sliding doors to the rear patio. The kitchen features white cabinetry, a gas range, a vent hood and a window above the sink. The primary bedroom has an adjoining bathroom with a separate shower, while two additional bedrooms share a hall bathroom with a tub-and-shower combination. Laundry space and a broad driveway add utility. A covered patio, paved outdoor areas and established palms extend the living space outdoors.

3924 Grandon, San Marcos
$465,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ NDP2608835 MLS ⋅ Active Status
STUNNING VIEWS! Unlike any mobile home you've likely seen so you've really got to see this one in person to appreciate the quality of the renovations, breathtaking views, privacy, HUGE lot and exceptional outdoor living space. The open-concept layout, generous room sizes, and seamless connection to the outdoor living areas create a spacious feel that's more reminiscent of a traditional single-family home than what many buyers expect, making it an easy transition without sacrificing comfort or functionality. This beautifully updated home has been extensively remodeled from top to bottom. You'll enjoy peace of mind with the many BRAND NEW features including a new metal roof, air conditioning, kitchen appliances with a beverage cooler, quartz countertops, cabinets, new drywall, doors, recessed lighting and LVP flooring throughout, showers, tub, an additional bonus flex room that can serve as an office, a HUGE walk-in pantry and laundry room, walk-in closet, fresh interior and exterior paint, a releveled foundation with a subfloor that's been double reinforced with plywood sheeting for added strength and stability, dual-pane windows, and so much more. Perfect for entertaining or relaxing, the home's indoor and outdoor living spaces flow seamlessly onto a rebuilt deck with ramp, high-end steel cable railings, and an extensively upgraded yard featuring custom landscaping, new drip irrigation, newly poured patio, DG, steps, premium Mexican beach pebble, and a pergola, all thoughtfully designed to maximize the panoramic views while providing a beautiful, low-maintenance outdoor retreat. Rancho Vallecitos offers an outstanding community feel with many events and activities happening weekly along with amenities including a resort-style pool with scenic views, spacious clubhouse with social activities, dog park, fitness center, RV and boat parking, car wash station, and more. Conveniently located near Highway 78, shopping, dining, Sunset Park, Bradley Park, Lake San Marcos, and just a short drive to the coast. With only $729 per month in space rent for this HUGE corner lot and a level of renovation that's difficult to duplicate, this is a rare opportunity to own one of the community's most extensively updated homes.

3535 Linda Vista Drive Unit 148, San Marcos
$749,999
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260023070SD MLS ⋅ Active Status
Big lot, private pool and endless possibilities—with no HOA! Located in San Marcos Greenbriar neighborhood, this detached, single-story pool home offers four bedrooms, two bathrooms, wood flooring, a spacious primary bedroom, mountain views and outstanding potential. Situated on a nearly quarter-acre lot, the home features a private backyard pool, an attached two-car garage and a spacious driveway with room for RV parking. With no neighbors directly behind, the property offers added privacy and plenty of outdoor space for entertaining, relaxing or creating your ideal backyard retreat. Located within the San Marcos Unified School District and convenient to Cal State San Marcos, shopping, dining, parks, hiking and biking trails, and SR-78 freeway access. Bring your decorating and renovation ideas—this four-bedroom San Marcos home presents an excellent opportunity to personalize a detached pool property with RV parking and a generous lot in a desirable North County location.

587 Augusta Dr., San Marcos
$1,800,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 260023006SD MLS ⋅ Active Status
Your Oasis Awaits! This charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath house with a 2-car garage/shop gives you approximately 1,511 sq. ft. of living space to call home. Sitting on just over half of an acre, this home comes complete with an amazing Casita. The Casita (ADU) is equally amazing and completely ready for your family members or income producing opportunity, boasting 512 sq. ft., 1 bedroom and 1 full bath with an amazing kitchen. Both of these beautifully kept homes are move-in ready. Most of the big-ticket items are already done! To name a few, there is an updated HVAC, newer windows and they have been fully remodeled. And if you’re not enjoying time indoors, the huge yard is simply waiting for you. There is a half an acre of fully fenced property, with an electric security gate. Here you are free to let your children run and play, while you lounge by the fire pit or exercise your green thumb in the small but established fruit tree orchard. To top it off, there is also a chicken hotel, just waiting for new residents. This is the perfect house whether you’re into just watching your chickens mill about or enjoying the simple sounds of children playing. We invite you to lounge about in the private backyard, because this is the one.

3350 Descanso Ave., San Marcos
$849,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ NDP2608779 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Homes in this neighborhood rarely come on the market, and this is your chance to see why. This beautifully updated single-story home sits on a corner lot and offers 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, with an open layout that welcomes you the moment you walk in. Vaulted ceilings, warm laminate flooring and a brick fireplace give the living room character, while an oversized island makes the kitchen a true multi-use space, equally suited to meal prep, morning coffee, or hosting friends. Generous storage, prep and serving space, and stainless steel appliances complete the kitchen, with easy flow into the living and dining areas. French doors open to a private backyard with a covered patio and mature tropical landscaping. Low-maintenance turf keeps upkeep simple, whether you're out there for a weekend dinner or just unwinding after a long day. All three bedrooms are comfortably sized, and the primary suite includes its own ensuite bath. The less glamorous, but very important, work is already done: a new roof in 2025, new flooring in 2023, and fresh exterior paint. Add a spacious driveway and single-level living, and this home delivers exactly what buyers are looking for right now, move-in ready, low-maintenance, and easy to live in. This home also sits in an established neighborhood with something no renovation can add: neighbors who know each other, look out for one another, and take pride in where they live.

301 Winters Court, San Marcos
$929,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ NDP2608778 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Enjoy the ease of single-story living in this inviting 3 bedroom, 2 bath townhome in the desirable Calico Bluffs/Larkspur Heights community. Thoughtfully updated with LVP flooring installed in 2025, new tile in the primary bedroom and a new water heater in 2025, the home offers comfortable living with a fresh, modern feel. The kitchen features a reverse osmosis water filtration system, while the oven, heater and air conditioning system were all updated in 2024. Step outside to the backyard and take in peaceful canyon views, creating a wonderful setting for relaxing or enjoying the outdoors. Residents of the community enjoy access to a pool, spa, BBQ area and playground, offering opportunities for recreation and gatherings. Conveniently located near shopping centers, Cal State San Marcos and hiking trails, this home also offers easy freeway access for commuting and exploring all that North County San Diego has to offer. Combining a desirable single-story layout, thoughtful updates and scenic surroundings, this property is a wonderful place to call home.

2089 Silverado Street, San Marcos
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