Houses California San Diego County San Marcos 704 Merit Dr

$5,795 / Month

704 Merit Dr

San Marcos, CA 92078

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760-658-1863

Bedrooms

4
Bathrooms

3
Square Feet

2,646 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlights

Private Yard
Community Pool
2 Car Attached Garage
Laundry Room

704 Merit Dr

About This Home

$5,795 deposit, Available Now

Welcome to this stunning 2-story detached home in the desirable gated community of Rancho Tesoro in San Marcos, CA. Built in 2019, this modern home boasts 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, including a mini-master bedroom downstairs and a very large master bedroom upstairs. The master bathroom features twin sinks, a spacious walk-in shower, and a luxurious soaking tub. The home is equipped with central heating and AC, ensuring comfort in all seasons. The modern kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances and a large island, opens up to a spacious living area, perfect for entertaining. The formal dining area adds a touch of elegance to your meals. The home also features a loft area, 2 guest bedrooms, and a guest bathroom. The laundry room is conveniently located upstairs. The home is filled with natural light from the numerous windows and has a spacious low-maintenance yard. The 2-car attached garage provides ample parking and storage space. Conveniently located just walking distance from CSUSM, experience the perfect blend of comfort and style in this recently built home. Tenant responsible for all utilities. Small pets welcome for an additional $250 deposit per pet. Tenant will have access to the community pool, spa, and gate code. Applicant MINIMUM Requirements (meeting these requirements does not guarantee a lease): 600+ minimum credit score Debt to income maximum 45% Collections on a case-by-case basis Household monthly income at least 2.5x monthly rent Move-in to be no earlier than 7 days after an application is approved All

704 Merit Dr is a house located in San Diego County and the 92078 ZIP Code.

* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family Detached Home

Year Built

Built in 2019

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

3 Full Bathrooms 4 Bedrooms

Interior Spaces

2,646 Sq Ft Home 2-Story Property

Kitchen

Oven or Range Microwave Dishwasher Disposal

Laundry

Laundry Room Dryer Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $5,795 12-Month Minimum Lease Term Assessor Parcel Number 222-174-17-06 Requirements for Move-In include 1 month rent, pet deposit, security deposit

Lot Details

Private Yard

Parking

2 Car Attached Garage Garage Door Opener Driveway

Utilities

Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

Pet Policy

Breed Restrictions

Recreation

Community Pool

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

No Pets Allowed

Contact

Listed by Alan Ortiz | Durante & Rich Real Estate
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Contact
Source

San Diego MLS

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Amenities

Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Heating

Smoke Free
Dishwasher
Disposal

Microwave
Oven
Range

Refrigerator
Pool

City - San Marcos

You’ll want to add this premier Southern California suburbia to your wish list of places to live. With both mountain and ocean views, there’s nothing more scenic than living in this city. Enjoy upscale apartments, modern condos and townhomes, and houses for rent that resemble the west coast lifestyle. Palm trees, luxurious pools, and Southern California style permeate through these pristine rentals!

San Marcos houses California State University San Marcos and Palomar College, and the city is known for its renowned public schools in the San Marcos Unified School District. If you’re commuting to nearby cities for work, such as San Diego, located just 35 miles south of town, you’ll appreciate access to major interstates and a light rail system.

Let’s get back to San Marcos scenic views, shall we? Just a few miles east of the Pacific Ocean, this city boasts incredible ocean views that pair perfectly with views of Palomar Mountain and the Cleveland National Forest to the east.

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Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
CSU San Marcos	Drive:	4 min	1.2 mi
USAHS	Drive:	6 min	2.6 mi
Palomar College	Drive:	8 min	3.1 mi
MiraCosta College, San Elijo	Drive:	23 min	12.4 mi

704 Merit Dr is within 4 minutes or 1.2 miles from CSU San Marcos. It is also near USAHS and Palomar College.

Transportation

Transportation options available in San Marcos include Cal State San Marcos, located 1.7 miles from 704 Merit Dr. 704 Merit Dr is near San Diego International, located 35.7 miles or 47 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Cal State San Marcos	Drive:	4 min	1.7 mi
San Marcos Civic Center	Drive:	5 min	2.2 mi
Palomar College	Drive:	7 min	3.0 mi
Nordahl Road	Drive:	7 min	4.2 mi
Buena Creek	Drive:	10 min	6.1 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Carlsbad Poinsettia	Drive:	22 min	11.9 mi
Encinitas	Drive:	23 min	12.1 mi
Carlsbad Village	Drive:	24 min	16.1 mi
Solana Beach	Drive:	29 min	16.9 mi
Oceanside Transit Center	Drive:	25 min	17.8 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
San Diego International	Drive:	47 min	35.7 mi

Car-Dependent

Walk Score^®

Out of 100

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

Minimal Transit

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Out of 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score^®

Out of 100

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 704 Merit Dr.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Campus Marketplace	Walk:	18 min	1.0 mi
Creekside Marketplace	Drive:	6 min	2.2 mi
San Marcos Pavilion	Drive:	6 min	2.7 mi

704 Merit Dr has 3 shopping centers within 2.7 miles, which is about a 6-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Palomar College Arboretum	Drive:	7 min	3.1 mi
Del Dios Preserve	Drive:	15 min	8.3 mi
Felicita County Park	Drive:	15 min	8.7 mi
Kit Carson Park	Drive:	17 min	11.1 mi
Santa Margarita Preserve	Drive:	17 min	11.1 mi

704 Merit Dr has 5 parks within 11.1 miles, including Palomar College Arboretum, Del Dios Preserve, and Felicita County Park.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Palomar Health Downtown Campus	Drive:	12 min	7.4 mi
Tri - City Medical Center	Drive:	15 min	11.3 mi
Scripps Memorial Hospital - Encinitas	Drive:	23 min	12.8 mi