789 Dorothea Ave
San Marcos, CA 92069
-
Bedrooms
3
-
Bathrooms
2
-
Square Feet
1,100 sq ft
-
Available
Available Now
About This Home
Welcome to this timeless 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home, equipped with all the appliances needed to make life easy, including a dishwasher and an in-unit washer and dryer. The standout feature of this home is the large fenced yard in the back, where you can enjoy the sun and fresh air whenever you like. Parking is more than convenient with a two-car garage, and there is also flexible street parking for up to two additional vehicles. This quiet neighborhood is ready to welcome you home. Schedule your showing today and come see all that this property has to offer. ---- DEPOSIT: 1 month’s rent APPLIANCES: Refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher, washer, dryer, garbage disposal, range/oven - Ice Maker does not work and will not be repaired AIR CONDITIONING: No UTILITIES INCLUDED: None PET RESTRICTIONS: Not allowed | If you are applying with an emotional support animal or service animal, please provide the corresponding documentation. AVAILABLE: Now! SHOWING INSTRUCTIONS: | RENTAL CRITERIA -Strong Credit Score -Collective household income 2.5 times the monthly rent -No prior evictions. -No balance owing past or present to: Utility company, property manager. -No excessive late payments to previous landlord or on credit report. -No recent criminal activity within the past 6 years. -Security Deposit is required to be paid in full within 24 hours of receiving approval notification. -You must be willing to start lease within 14 days of property being available. - Co-signers & Guarantors must meet the same income requirements with no prior negative payment history and have a credit score in excess of 700. MUST SUBMIT DOCUMENTS WITH APPLICATION: 1. Each applicant must submit the online application and pay the $55 non-refundable application fee. Complete all fields in application. 2. Copy of current government issued ID. 3. Proof of verifiable income for each applicant. (NO screenshots accepted) - If employed, copy of last 2 paycheck stubs containing year-to-date info. - If starting job, a copy of your employment agreement/offer letter - If self-employed, copy of prior two years tax returns and business bank statement for the previous 3 months (each document must include all pages). - If retired, proof of retirement income such as social security, disability, liquid assets, personal savings/bank account, or stocks. Copy of last 3 months of bank statements. 4. 2 years of rental history for each applicant. Must provide contact information, including phone number and email for landlord. 5. Pets photos of all pets/animals. Property may require a pet rent or deposit. ESA/Service animals: must submit supporting documentation. START LEASE & MOVE-IN PROCESS Resident is responsible for $100 lease preparation and move-in, this fee must be paid prior to resident move-in date. Residents are required to 1) obtain and maintain RENTER’S INSURANCE with a minimum liability of $300,000; 2) Name Landlord as an additional interest; and 3) provide us with a copy of your policy. Residents may move-in 4 days from when the security deposit is received. *False information on an application is cause for immediate denial, and grounds for tenant termination if a lease has been executed. *Federal & California Fair Housing Laws are observed by WeLease. Backyard
789 Dorothea Ave is a house located in San Diego County and the 92069 ZIP Code. This area is served by the San Marcos Unified School District attendance zone.
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.
- Dogs Allowed
-
Fees not specified
-
Weight limit--
-
Pet Limit--
Contact
- Listed by WeLease Property Management | WeLease Property Management
- Phone Number
- Contact
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.
Learn more about living in San Marcos| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 12.1 mi |
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Data provided by GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.
Transportation options available in San Marcos include San Marcos Civic Center, located 2.1 miles from 789 Dorothea Ave. 789 Dorothea Ave is near San Diego International, located 34.8 miles or 46 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
|
|
Drive: | 4 min | 2.1 mi |
|
|
Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi |
|
|
Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi |
|
|
Drive: | 5 min | 3.1 mi |
|
|
Drive: | 10 min | 5.3 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
|
|
Drive: | 22 min | 12.8 mi |
|
|
Drive: | 26 min | 14.3 mi |
|
|
Drive: | 24 min | 16.3 mi |
|
|
Drive: | 26 min | 18.0 mi |
|
|
Drive: | 31 min | 19.1 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Airports | Distance | ||
|
San Diego International
|
Drive: | 46 min | 34.8 mi |
Time and distance from 789 Dorothea Ave.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
|
Palomar College Arboretum
|
Drive: | 6 min | 3.1 mi |
|
Del Dios Preserve
|
Drive: | 14 min | 6.8 mi |
|
Felicita County Park
|
Drive: | 13 min | 7.8 mi |
|
Kit Carson Park
|
Drive: | 16 min | 10.2 mi |
|
Queen Califia's Magical Circle
|
Drive: | 16 min | 10.3 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 16 min | 11.5 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 35 min | 21.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 46 min | 31.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 48 min | 38.1 mi |