Single Family ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $630,000 on Nov 15, 2016
1824 TOWHEE ST
SAN MARCOS, CA 92078
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,830 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$630,000 · Nov 15, 2016
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,322 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$745,784 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$543,261
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$202,523
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$731,161
Climate Risk
Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
88
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
38
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
15
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
89
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountySAN DIEGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
Transaction History(10)
Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
EHM
La Costa Meadows Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
San Marcos High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
San Elijo Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi
District: San Marcos Unified School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 92078These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.
CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.72
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.196
Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.
Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.49,873
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,847 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$116,554
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$141,833
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.16 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.68%
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How this home compares
1824 Towhee St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.
- Bigger than 66% of homes in San Diego County
- Older than 89% of homes in San Marcos 92078
How it measures up in San Marcos 92078
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in San Marcos 92078.
Living area1,830 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,740 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 54% of homes nearby
Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.51 acBigger
Bigger than 42% of homes nearby
Year built1973
OlderTypical 2002Newer
Newer than 11% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Lake San Marcos | San Marcos 92078 | San Diego County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,830 ft² | 59% of homes | 54% of homes | 66% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.28 ac | 44% of homes | 42% of homes | 53% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1973 | 29% of homes | 11% of homes | 30% of homes |
About 1824 Towhee St
When did 1824 Towhee St, San Marcos, CA last sell?
1824 Towhee St, San Marcos, CA last sold on Nov 15, 2016 for $630,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 7 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 1824 Towhee St, San Marcos, CA?
1824 Towhee St, San Marcos, CA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,830 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.
When was 1824 Towhee St, San Marcos, CA built?
1824 Towhee St, San Marcos, CA was built in 1973, making it 53 years old.
What schools serve 1824 Towhee St, San Marcos, CA?
1824 Towhee St, San Marcos, CA is assigned to La Costa Meadows Elementary School (elementary), rated A; San Marcos High School (high), rated A-; San Elijo Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in San Marcos Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 1824 Towhee St, San Marcos, CA compare to other homes in San Marcos 92078?
Among the 16,678 homes in San Marcos 92078, it is bigger than 54% of them (1,830 ft² against a typical 1,740 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.51 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1973 against a typical 2002). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 1824 Towhee St, San Marcos, CA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 1824 Towhee St, San Marcos, CA was $8,322. The county assessed it at $745,784.
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- 1813 Towhee St$1.2M2 bd · 2 ba · 1,324 ft² · Sold $1.2M · Mar 2022
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- 1828 Towhee St$1.1M3 bd · 2 ba · 1,744 ft² · Sold $550K · Dec 2005
- 1816 Towhee St$985K3 bd · 2 ba · 1,478 ft² · Sold $405K · Aug 2003
- 1832 Towhee St$962K3 bd · 2 ba · 1,454 ft² · Sold $318K · Feb 2002
- 1804 Towhee St$1.8M5 bd · 3 ba · 3,972 ft² · Sold $65K · Apr 1999
- 1825 Towhee St$1.2M3 bd · 2 ba · 2,144 ft² · Sold $160K · Dec 1994
- 1820 Towhee St$1M2 bd · 2 ba · 1,962 ft² · Sold $170K · Aug 1988
Closest homes
- 1828 Towhee St$1.1M90 ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,744 ft² · Sold $550K · Dec 2005
- 1820 Towhee St$1M100 ft · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,962 ft² · Sold $170K · Aug 1988
- 1832 Towhee St$962K176 ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,454 ft² · Sold $318K · Feb 2002
- 1816 Towhee St$985K187 ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,478 ft² · Sold $405K · Aug 2003
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- 1825 Towhee St$1.2M218 ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 2,144 ft² · Sold $160K · Dec 1994
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