779 Poppy Road
Ctop 80%San Marcos, CA 92078Neighborhood: Barham/Discovery
Pass at asking: -$3,892/mo full cashflow at 20% down, 7.36% rate.
Works at $489,650 (51% under asking), or at 77% down.
Rent $4,860/mo from 9 leases of 4-bed houses within 2 mi ($4,564–$5,015).
Beds
4
Baths
3
Sqft
2,118
Year Built
1993
Days on Market
1
Property Type
Single Family
HOA/mo
N/A
MLS ID
260027025SD
This property is in San Marcos (92078). View neighborhood stats →
About This Property
Welcome to 779 Poppy Road, a charming 4-bedroom, 3-bath home nestled in a peaceful and desirable San Marcos neighborhood. Offering a versatile floor plan with plenty of room for family, guests, a home office, or additional living space, this home provides comfort and flexibility to fit a variety of lifestyles. Step outside to a private backyard featuring scenic views and a tranquil setting, perfect for morning coffee, relaxing evenings, or entertaining friends and family. Enjoy the best of San Marcos living with nearby Discovery Lake, beautiful parks, scenic hiking and walking trails, and an abundance of outdoor recreation just minutes away. Conveniently located near local schools, shopping, dining, and everyday essentials, this home offers a wonderful balance of neighborhood charm and accessibility. With its welcoming community atmosphere, natural surroundings, and convenient location, 779 Poppy Road presents a fantastic opportunity for its next owner to bring their own vision, add their personal touches, and truly make this home their own while enjoying all that the wonderful San Marcos community has to offer.
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Est. Monthly Payment
$6,802
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Zoned Schools
Elementary
Discovery Elementary · grades K-5 · San Marcos Unified
Middle
San Elijo Middle · grades 6-8 · San Marcos Unified
High
San Marcos High · grades 9-12 · San Marcos Unified
The district's assigned schools for this parcel, from its attendance boundaries and rules. Boundaries change: confirm with the district before you buy.
Comparable Properties
5 comps foundThis Property
$4,860
Comp Average
$4,783
639 Starstone Drive
4bd / 3ba · 2,000 sqft · Single Family
$1.05M
Est. $4,559/mo
3517 Lone Pine Lane
4bd / 2.5ba · 2,249 sqft · Single Family
$1.20M
Est. $5,274/mo
1578 Chert Dr.
4bd / 3ba · 2,022 sqft · Single Family
$1.20M
Est. $4,956/mo
3332 Heather Ridge Court
4bd / 3ba · 1,797 sqft · Single Family
$1.08M
Est. $4,203/mo
368 Avenida La Cuesta
4bd / 3ba · 2,397 sqft · Single Family
$1.20M
Est. $4,922/mo
Comps based on same zip code, similar beds (±1), price range (60-150%).
Short-term not available here. San Marcos does not allow short-term rentals in residential zones. See the rules
Investment Score
9 leases of 4-bed houses within 2 mi · $4,564–$5,015
Blended 50/50 with the zip's market median ($5,014)
Rent − PITIA
Incl. vacancy, PM, maint, capex
What would make this work?
$3,892/mo short at 20% down; 77% down or +$5,055/mo rent closes it.
- Break-even price
- $489,650
- Break-even rent
- $9,915/mo
- Cashflow at 35% down
- −$2,859/mo
- Down payment to break even
- 77%
- Rate to break even
- Not reachable
51% under asking
$5,055/mo above the estimate
$769,230 cash
Negative even at a 0% loan
Need ≥ 1.25 for DSCR loan
Lower = better for investors
* Modelled at 20% down, 7.36% rate, 30yr · vacancy 8% · PM 10% · capex 5% · maintenance 1%/yr.
Estimates only. Not financial advice. Verify all figures independently with a licensed professional before making any investment decision.
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