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$6,995 / Month

1717 Playa Vista

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San Marcos, CA 92078

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760-519-4533

  • Bedrooms

    4

  • Bathrooms

    4

  • Square Feet

    3,915 sq ft

  • Available

    Available Now

Highlights

  • Pets Allowed
  • Balcony
  • Fireplace
1717 Playa Vista
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About This Home

$6,995 deposit, Available Now

Welcome to this stunning luxury home in the gated Varadero community, in the heart of Lake San Marcos! This elegant property features 4 beautifully designed spacious ensuite bdrms, enhanced by soaring ceilings, engineered hardwood floors, & abundant natural light streaming through dual-pane windows. The chef’s kitchen is a standout, boasting quartz countertops, a waterfall island, dual ovens, and a herringbone tile backsplash. From the kitchen, enjoy breathtaking sunset views over the ocean. The primary suite offers two half baths, a spa-like ensuite with a spacious glass shower, a soaking tub, and spectacular ocean sunset views. Bdrms feature walk-in closets with custom built-ins, & ample storage. Entertainment abounds with three cozy fireplaces and a state-of-the-art theater room equipped with AV technology, a 140-in retractable screen, & a bar area. Additional highlights include a whole-house water filtration system, a solar system, & a Tesla charger. The outdoor space is equally impressive, featuring a BBQ area, a covered veranda, and a balcony showcasing breathtaking mountain and ocean views, and a gated turf area for pets. Enjoy top-tier community amenities, including pools, spas, tennis courts, lakefront access, an exercise room, and a recreation center. Kayak on the lake and enjoy member discounts at St. Mark Golf. With top-rated schools, scenic hiking trails & parks, this home offers the perfect blend of luxury & convenience. MLS# NDP2603050

1717 Playa Vista is a house located in San Diego County and the 92078 ZIP Code. This area is served by the San Marcos Unified School District attendance zone.

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
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Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Move-In
      • Security Deposit - Refundable
        Charged per unit.
        $6,995

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

House Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Crown Molding
  • Balcony

Contact

  • Listed by Lynn Smith | La Costa Sales & Rentals, Inc
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    California Regional Multiple Listing Service
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City - San Marcos

Tucked between Escondido and Carlsbad in San Diego's North County, San Marcos has built a real identity around education, outdoor access, and a laid-back pace that feels distinctly Southern Californian without the coastal price tag. California State University San Marcos and Palomar College anchor the city's energy and economy, drawing students, faculty, and a steady stream of businesses that have grown up around both campuses. Neighborhoods like San Elijo Hills offer a town center with a walkable main street feel, while Discovery Hills puts residents close to lake trails and open hillsides. The University District near Cal State San Marcos has evolved into the North City corridor, with newer development giving that part of town a more polished, connected character.

The rental landscape reflects this variety, ranging from well-appointed apartment communities near campus transit stops to townhomes and garden-style residences in quieter hillside pockets.

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Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Crown Molding
  • Balcony
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Palomar College
Drive: 10 min 4.5 mi
USAHS
Drive: 12 min 5.3 mi
CSU San Marcos
Drive: 13 min 5.5 mi
MiraCosta College, San Elijo
Drive: 19 min 10.0 mi
1717 Playa Vista is within 10 minutes or 4.5 miles from Palomar College. It is also near CSU San Marcos and USAHS.
Schools
Discovery Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
717 Students
Attendance Zone
Riverview International Academy
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
469 Students
Nearby
San Elijo Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
1,395 Students
Attendance Zone
Grades 9-12
22 Students
Nearby
San Marcos High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
3,067 Students
Attendance Zone
Calvary Preparatory Academy
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
Saint Joseph Academy
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
359 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in San Marcos include Palomar College, located 4.0 miles from 1717 Playa Vista. 1717 Playa Vista is near San Diego International, located 33.4 miles or 47 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Palomar College
Drive: 8 min 4.0 mi
San Marcos Civic Center
Drive: 10 min 4.7 mi
Buena Creek
Drive: 10 min 5.1 mi
Cal State San Marcos
Drive: 11 min 5.3 mi
Escondido Avenue
Drive: 12 min 7.0 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Encinitas
Drive: 19 min 9.7 mi
Carlsbad Poinsettia
Drive: 18 min 9.9 mi
Carlsbad Village
Drive: 22 min 11.4 mi
Solana Beach
Drive: 24 min 14.5 mi
Oceanside Transit Center
Drive: 26 min 16.9 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
San Diego International
 Drive: 47 min 33.4 mi
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30 / 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
0 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1717 Playa Vista.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
The Shops at Lake San Marcos
Drive: 5 min 1.3 mi
San Marcos Plaza
Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
Melrose Plaza
Drive: 6 min 2.3 mi
1717 Playa Vista has 3 shopping centers within 2.3 miles, which is about a 6-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Palomar College Arboretum
 Drive: 8 min 3.9 mi
Batiquitos Lagoon Nature Center
 Drive: 16 min 8.0 mi
San Diego Botanic Garden
 Drive: 17 min 8.5 mi
Agua Hedionda Lagoon Discovery Center
 Drive: 15 min 8.6 mi
Del Dios Preserve
 Drive: 21 min 11.3 mi
1717 Playa Vista has 5 parks within 11.3 miles, including Palomar College Arboretum, Batiquitos Lagoon Nature Center, and Agua Hedionda Lagoon Discovery Center.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Palomar Health Downtown Campus
Drive: 17 min 10.4 mi
Scripps Memorial Hospital - Encinitas
Drive: 19 min 10.4 mi
Tri - City Medical Center
Drive: 16 min 10.4 mi
1717 Playa Vista has 3 hospitals within 10.4 miles, the nearest is Palomar Health Downtown Campus which is 10.4 miles away and a 17 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
USMC Air Station Miramar
Drive: 42 min 25.7 mi
Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton
Drive: 46 min 30.6 mi
Pacific Fleet Training Center
Drive: 49 min 33.9 mi
1717 Playa Vista has 3 military bases within 33.9 miles, the nearest is USMC Air Station Miramar which is 25.7 miles away and a 42 minute drive.

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