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$525,000
438 Richland Road, San Marcos, CA 92069
Real Brokerage Technologies
2Beds
1Baths
858Sq Ft
6Parking
1923Built
26Days Listed
About This Property
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'
Martin QuirozReal Brokerage Technologies619-813-1287
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Property Details
- Property Type
- Detached
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Building Area
- 858 Sqft
- Living Area
- 858 sqft
- Year Built
- 1923
- Stories
- 1.0
- Status
- Active
- Days on Market
- 26
- Cumulative Days on Market
- 1
- Original Price
- $525,000
Location & Neighborhood
What's nearby 438 Richland Road, San Marcos, CA 92069
Nearby Schools
- Assigned
- Assigned
- Assigned
- Richland Elementary0.7 mi
Elementary School • Public • K–5
- Baypoint Preparatory Academy - San Diego0.9 mi
Elementary School • Public • K–8
- North Coastal Consortium Schools1.6 mi
K-12 School • Public • K–12
- Dimensions Collaborative1.9 mi
K-12 School • Public • K–12
- Community Montessori1.9 mi
Elementary School • Public • K–8
Parks & Recreation
- Hollandia Park0.4 mi
park
- Woodland Park0.4 mi
park
- Small Dog Area0.4 mi
dog_park
Transit Access
- Richland Road Stop0.3 mi
Bus Stop
- Woodland Parkway Stop0.4 mi
Bus Stop
Local Amenities
POI data updated 9/10/2026
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