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$1,152,853$479 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $718,000 on Feb 6, 2020

711 MERIT DR

SAN MARCOS, CA 92078
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,408 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.
2019
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$718,000 · Feb 6, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,124 (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.$800,937 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$345,808
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$455,129
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$785,233

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.48
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
92
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.
22
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.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountySAN DIEGO
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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.

E
Discovery Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.4 mi
M
San Marcos Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi
H
Mission Hills High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 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

711 Merit Dr 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.

  • Worth more than 69% of homes in San Diego County
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in San Marcos 92078
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in San Diego County
  • Newer than 97% of homes in San Diego County

What homes are worth in San Marcos 92078

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$512K$2.3M

This home is worth more than 56% 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.

Estimated value$1,152,853
CheaperTypical $1,071,021Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$479
CheaperTypical $564Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area2,408 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,745 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built2019
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 95% of homes nearby

How 711 Merit Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDiscovery HillsSan Marcos 92078San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,152,85352% of homes56% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$47918% of homes11% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than2,408 ft²68% of homes70% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than201984% of homes95% of homes97% of homes

About 711 Merit Dr

How much is 711 Merit Dr, San Marcos, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 711 Merit Dr, San Marcos, CA is $1,152,853 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,092,570 to $1,213,136. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 711 Merit Dr, San Marcos, CA last sell?

711 Merit Dr, San Marcos, CA last sold on Feb 6, 2020 for $718,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 711 Merit Dr, San Marcos, CA?

711 Merit Dr, San Marcos, CA has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and 2,408 square feet of living space.

When was 711 Merit Dr, San Marcos, CA built?

711 Merit Dr, San Marcos, CA was built in 2019, making it 7 years old. It is a condo/apartment home.

What schools serve 711 Merit Dr, San Marcos, CA?

711 Merit Dr, San Marcos, CA is assigned to Discovery Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; San Marcos Middle School (middle), rated C+; Mission Hills High School (high), rated B+. All sit in San Marcos Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 711 Merit Dr, San Marcos, CA compare to other homes in San Marcos 92078?

Among the 16,678 homes in San Marcos 92078, it is worth more than 56% of them ($1,152,853 against a typical $1,071,021), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($479 against a typical $564), it is bigger than 70% of them (2,408 ft² against a typical 1,745 ft²) and it is newer than 95% of them (2019 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 69% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 711 Merit Dr, San Marcos, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 711 Merit Dr, San Marcos, CA was $12,124. The county assessed it at $800,937.

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