San Marcos Land for Sale

Welcome to San Marcos, California, a vibrant city nestled in the heart of San Diego County! Known for its picturesque landscapes and friendly community, San Marcos offers a perfect blend of suburban charm and urban convenience. With its stunning hills, lush parks, and beautiful lakes, the city is an outdoor lover’s paradise, providing ample opportunities for hiking, biking, and enjoying nature.

San Marcos is home to a diverse population, and its thriving economy is supported by a mix of retail, education, and healthcare sectors. The city boasts excellent schools, including California State University San Marcos, which adds a youthful energy and cultural vibrancy to the area. With a variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment options, residents can enjoy a lively lifestyle while still cherishing the tranquility of suburban living.

For those looking to invest in land, San Marcos presents an exciting opportunity! Whether you’re dreaming of building your custom home, developing a residential community, or seeking a piece of land for agricultural purposes, the available land for sale in San Marcos is sure to inspire. The city’s strategic location provides easy access to major highways, making commuting to nearby cities like San Diego and Escondido a breeze.

Imagine waking up to the stunning views of rolling hills and the warm California sun! With its growing real estate market and desirable location, investing in land in San Marcos is not just a purchase; it’s a step towards a fulfilling lifestyle. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be part of this thriving community!

Newest San Marcos Land for Sale

$1,995,000

NDP2608627 MLS

Package Deal, 2 legal parcels, both with ocean views. 6 acres and 3 acres (3 acre MLS#NDP2600314 see for other pictures and details), both allow detached ADU's and attached Jr ADU's so you can have 6 homes in total, ideal for a family and friends compound. Located adjacent the San Elijo Hills neighborhood, yet no HOA and no Mello Roos. Horses and other animals are allowed. Would vineyard family compound. Walk to double Peak School via private road access. The 6 acres is a knoll shaped property which makes for 360 degree views. Very nice concrete paved road onto the property. Power transformer on the property along with Phone and internet on the property as well. Water line on the property and fire hydrant. These are the nicest 2 lots for sale in San Marcos, an extremely rare find, what most people dream for and here it is for you actually have. Package Deal, 2 legal parcels, both with ocean views. 6 acres and 3 acres (3 acre MLS#NDP2600314 see for other pictures and details), both allow detached ADU's and attached Jr ADU's so you can have 6 homes in total, ideal for a family and friends compound. Located adjacent the San Elijo Hills neighborhood, yet no HOA and no Mello Roos. Horses and other animals are allowed. Would vineyard family compound. Walk to double Peak School via private road access. The 6 acres is a knoll shaped property which makes for 360 degree views. Very nice concrete paved road onto the property. Power transformer on the property along with Phone and internet on the property as well. Water line on the property and fire hydrant. These are the nicest 2 lots for sale in San Marcos, an extremely rare find, what most people dream for and here it is for you actually have.

Golden Eagle, San Marcos

$850,000

260021903 MLS

3 BUILDABLE lots for 3 homes. Potential to build 3 houses or duplexes. Buy all three,buy two lots on the right or each one individually. The subject property is located at 1565 Montiel Road in San Marcos, CA. The site is bounded by Montiel Road and residential structures to the north, an existing Costco to the east and residences to the south and west. The subject property currently has a final map for 3 single-family residential lots within a larger subdivision. The two combined lots on the right side is 13,024 EACT. Total two attached lots are 26,048 SF.The third lot is bit odd shape and on top of the cul de sac towards the Costco wall side.It is 13,264SF. The property is perfect for small builders looking for a ready to go, quick project in a hot real estate .Cul de sac desirable higher elevation location. Buyers to verify and do all the due diligence. Single family homes on the street. Water and power already to the street., Single family homes already on this cul de sac street some over a million dollar. SEE SUPPORTED ASSOCIATE DOCUMENTS for all existing survey and potential building plans for you to decide the potential to build.The city may require to build cul de sac .Buyers to check and verify all before making an offer.AMAZING POTENTIAL TO BUILD>PLEASE CHECK ASSOCIATED DOCUMENTS.

1565 Montiel Rd Unit 226-092-69-00,226-092-72-00,226-092-71-00, San Marcos

$379,000

NDP2608192 MLS

Arguably one of the finest ocean view properties in San Marcos. This 2.5 acre property offers a small pad which will create a dramatic view effect for your master-piece. Build into some instant equity because this property is priced to sell. Has approved septic engineering and layout. There is quite a bit of engineering work product that goes with the sale. Vallecitos water district, SDG&E, for available utilities. No Mello Roos, no HOA and close to everything the City of San Marcos has to offer. Schedule a tour today! Arguably one of the finest ocean view properties in San Marcos. This 2.5 acre property offers a small pad which will create a dramatic view effect for your master-piece. Build into some instant equity because this property is priced to sell. Has approved septic engineering and layout. There is quite a bit of engineering work product that goes with the sale. Vallecitos water district, SDG&E, for available utilities. No Mello Roos, no HOA and close to everything the City of San Marcos has to offer. Schedule a tour today!

Solo Roble, San Marcos

$495,000

NDP2607968 MLS

Rare 11.15 Acre Opportunity with Panoramic 360-Degree Views Discover an exceptional opportunity to own approximately 11.15 acres in the beautiful Twin Oaks Valley area of San Marcos. Offering the rare combination of expansive acreage, privacy, panoramic 360-degree views and convenient access, this property provides a remarkable canvas for creating your own private retreat or exploring future residential possibilities. A private gated access point provides convenient access toward San Elijo Road, while the surrounding setting offers a peaceful sense of seclusion without sacrificing proximity to everyday amenities. Zoned Rural Residential, the property offers the space and flexibility to bring your vision to life. Utilities are conveniently located near the road, adding to the property's potential and appeal. Enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding hills and valleys, with opportunities to experience spectacular sunrises, sunsets and sweeping views from your future homesite. Nearby recreational amenities, including a local fishing lake, provide additional opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Ideally situated near Double Peak School, San Elijo Hills, Cal State San Marcos, shopping, dining and major North County transportation routes, this is a rare chance to secure a substantial piece of land in a highly desirable San Marcos location. Whether envisioning a private estate, family compound or future residential opportunity, this property offers the acreage, setting and location to make your vision a reality. Buyer to independently verify all zoning, land use, access, utility Rare 11.15 Acre Opportunity with Panoramic 360-Degree Views Discover an exceptional opportunity to own approximately 11.15 acres in the beautiful Twin Oaks Valley area of San Marcos. Offering the rare combination of expansive acreage, privacy, panoramic 360-degree views and convenient access, this property provides a remarkable canvas for creating your own private retreat or exploring future residential possibilities. A private gated access point provides convenient access toward San Elijo Road, while the surrounding setting offers a peaceful sense of seclusion without sacrificing proximity to everyday amenities. Zoned Rural Residential, the property offers the space and flexibility to bring your vision to life. Utilities are conveniently located near the road, adding to the property's potential and appeal. Enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding hills and valleys, with opportunities to experience spectacular sunrises, sunsets and sweeping views from your future homesite. Nearby recreational amenities, including a local fishing lake, provide additional opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Ideally situated near Double Peak School, San Elijo Hills, Cal State San Marcos, shopping, dining and major North County transportation routes, this is a rare chance to secure a substantial piece of land in a highly desirable San Marcos location. Whether envisioning a private estate, family compound or future residential opportunity, this property offers the acreage, setting and location to make your vision a reality. Buyer to independently verify all zoning, land use, access, utility availability, development potential, subdivision requirements, environmental conditions and all other matters affecting the use and development of the property with the County of San Diego and appropriate agencies.

Twin Oaks Valley, San Marcos

$495,000

NDP2607638 MLS

Spectacular Ocean view! 3.15 acres with a super gentle and large natural-house-pad location, that's a total no brainer. San Marcos, Coronado Hills Neighborhood, over looks the entire city and beyond, you can see clear into tomorrow, the views are that good. Power on site, paved road and water available on the property. This is the finest lot in the neighborhood. Spectacular Ocean view! 3.15 acres with a super gentle and large natural-house-pad location, that's a total no brainer. San Marcos, Coronado Hills Neighborhood, over looks the entire city and beyond, you can see clear into tomorrow, the views are that good. Power on site, paved road and water available on the property. This is the finest lot in the neighborhood.

Washingtonia, San Marcos

$2,595,000

NDP2607521 MLS

Rare opportunity to󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 acquire approximately 51.48 acres across three parcels in the scenic rural hills of San Marcos. The property offers exceptional privacy, panoramic views and an expansive natural setting surrounded by rolling terrain, open space and rural estates. Zoned RR, the property presents potential for a private estate, recreational use, conservation ownership or long-term land investment, while remaining conveniently accessible to San Marcos, Escondido, Highway 78 and I-15. Buyer to verify zoning, allowable uses, utilities, development potential, acreage and all other property information. Contact Stevie Berman at 408-202-0611 for additional information and showing instructions. Rare opportunity to acquire approximately 51.48 acres across three parcels in the scenic rural hills of San Marcos. The property offers exceptional privacy, panoramic views and an expansive natural setting surrounded by rolling terrain, open space and rural estates. Zoned RR, the property presents potential for a private estate, recreational use, conservation ownership or long-term land investment, while remaining conveniently accessible to San Marcos, Escondido, Highway 78 and I-15. Buyer to verify zoning, allowable uses, utilities, development potential, acreage and all other property information. Contact Stevie Berman at 408-202-0611 for additional information and showing instructions.

Questhaven Questhaven, San Marcos

$650,000

NDP2607313 MLS

Vacant land in󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 the desirable Coronado Hills area of San Marcos, offering stunning views in multiple directions. This .82-acre lot is ready for your dream home, with the driveway already graded up to a level building pad, septic tank installed, and water line brought up to the pad. A rare opportunity to build in a sought-after neighborhood with the groundwork already in place. Vacant land in the desirable Coronado Hills area of San Marcos, offering stunning views in multiple directions. This .82-acre lot is ready for your dream home, with the driveway already graded up to a level building pad, septic tank installed, and water line brought up to the pad. A rare opportunity to build in a sought-after neighborhood with the groundwork already in place.

920 Cycad, San Marcos

$600,000

NDP2607177 MLS

Views, views, views for miles. 8.32 acres ready for you to build your dream home. Exclusive Coronado Hills area of San Marcos. Up a private road to an area with just a few homes so lots of privacy. Design the home you have always wanted with views almost all the way around. Water and electric are at the street. Photo with property lines shows approximate location of lines. It is like being at the top of the world up there. Views, views, views for miles. 8.32 acres ready for you to build your dream home. Exclusive Coronado Hills area of San Marcos. Up a private road to an area with just a few homes so lots of privacy. Design the home you have always wanted with views almost all the way around. Water and electric are at the street. Photo with property lines shows approximate location of lines. It is like being at the top of the world up there.

Crestwind Dr, San Marcos

$350,000

260017592 MLS

Enjoy fantastic eastern views over the Twin Oaks Golf Course. This unimproved 2+ acre parcel is a great opportunity for a new home build off N Twin Oaks Valley Road. Adjacent parcel is also available for sale. There is a proposed new home development nearby that will greatly improve access to the property and the necessary utilities.

N Twin Oaks Valley Rd, San Marcos

$650,000

260017590 MLS

Views, Views, Views!! This unimproved acreage is perched above Twin Oaks Golf Gourse on the western side of Twin Oak Valley Rd. Build your dream home on 4+ acres where you can feel removed from the city while enjoying great access to city convenience. Seller has received approvals for new home construction. Adjacent 2 acre parcel is also available for sale. There is a planned new home development nearby that will greatly improve access to the property and the necessary utilities

N Twin Oaks Valley Rd, San Marcos

$396,000

260015966 MLS

Fee-simple single-family 1-acre residential lot nestled within one of the most desirable locations in all of San Marcos, the coveted San Marcos Farms community. Site offers remarkable backcountry views. Seller has retaining wall plans (complete), grading plans (4th submittal responses received, 5th submittal is being completed) and preliminary house plans.

000 Cox Rd, San Marcos

$375,000

NDP2606249 MLS

Roadrunner, San Marcos

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