Rancho Dorado, San Marcos, CA

Rancho Dorado — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide

Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Rancho Dorado, San Marcos, California. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the California Department of Real Estate (DRE) licensing database.

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Top Real Estate Agents in Rancho Dorado, San Marcos (2026)

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Rancho Dorado Neighborhood Overview

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Rancho Dorado: Your San Marcos Sanctuary

Welcome to Rancho Dorado, a charming and well-established neighborhood nestled in the northern part of San Marcos, California. This desirable community offers a blend of comfortable living, convenient amenities, and a strong sense of belonging, making it an ideal place to call home.

Lifestyle in Rancho Dorado

Imagine quiet evenings on your patio, kids playing in safe, tree-lined streets, and weekend adventures at nearby Discovery Lake. Rancho Dorado offers a relaxed and family-friendly lifestyle. Residents enjoy well-maintained surroundings, a strong sense of community, and easy access to all that San Marcos has to offer.

Real Estate in Rancho Dorado

Rancho Dorado features primarily single-family homes built in the late 1990s and early 2000s. You'll find a variety of architectural styles, many with spacious layouts and desirable features. The homes here often boast larger lot sizes than newer developments, providing ample space for outdoor living and recreation. Real estate in Rancho Dorado is typically in high demand, reflecting the neighborhood's desirability and excellent location.

Amenities at Your Doorstep

Rancho Dorado residents benefit from a wide range of amenities:

Why Choose Rancho Dorado?

If you're seeking a well-maintained, family-friendly neighborhood with a strong sense of community and convenient access to amenities, Rancho Dorado is the perfect place to put down roots. Its desirable location, excellent schools, and peaceful atmosphere make it a truly special place to call home in San Marcos.

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Rancho Dorado Market Data

MetricValue
Median Home Price$788K
Median Gross Rent$2K/mo
Median Household Income$108K
Homeownership Rate70.2%
Renter-Occupied29.8%
Rental Vacancy Rate6.2%
Market TypeBalanced
Market TierPrime
Primary ZIP Code92078
Mortgage Originations (2023 HMDA)
Total Mortgage Originations1,216
VA Loan Originations52
VA Loan Share4.3%
Average VA Loan Amount$802K
Conventional Loan Originations1,118
FHA Loan Originations46

Top Real Estate Agents in Rancho Dorado, San Marcos

Merit Criteria — Agents must hold an active license verified by California Department of Real Estate (DRE), maintain a minimum 4.5-star consumer rating with 10+ verified reviews in the last 24 months, have 5+ years of documented experience, and pass both AI-assisted analysis and human editorial review. Fewer than 1% of licensed agents in covered markets qualify. No agent can pay for inclusion or ranking position.

7 agents met the full merit gate for Rancho Dorado, San Marcos, CA, selected from over 450,000 licensed California professionals.

Anneke Marie Crew Listed

5.0 stars 75+ verified reviews License: 2206536 Waymaker Realty Advisors 30+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (619) 992-5182

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.waymakerca.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Waymaker%20Realty

Why selected: Selected for her deep community involvement and leadership roles, and. She contributes to her team's exceptional performance, achieving 108% of asking price on average.

Notable Achievements

45+ Years Real Estate Experience

Waymaker Team Performance

75 Five-Star Reviews

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Property Management, Investment Properties, New Construction, buyer representation, seller representation, residential real estate, client advisory services[4]

Cities Served

San Marcos

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Alisa Dean Livesley Listed

Contact

Phone: (760) 419-1888

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.walktalkandsold.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/AlisaSellsSD

Why selected: Selected for her deep community connections and leadership from decades of local business ownership. She combines this with a strong from and over a decade of dedicated client service.

Community & Leadership

Community member at <UNKNOWN>[6]

Notable Achievements

Outstanding Client Reviews

12+ Years Real Estate Experience

4.8-Star Client Rating

4.8 Star Rating

Real Estate Experience Since 2012

4.8-Star Rating

30 Years Business Ownership Experience

30-Year Business Owner

30 Years Business Ownership

Active Since 2012

Verified Specialties

Property Management, service industry, client satisfaction, business management, client relations, hospitality, customer service, service industry experience, Service industry expertise, Business management, Client relationships, California market knowledge, Southern California lifestyle, service industry expertise, Service industry, Customer service[4]

Cities Served

San Marcos

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Adela Rivera Listed

Contact

Phone: (858) 952-4600

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://adelarivera.realtor/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/AdelaRiveraRE

Why selected: Selected for her significant community leadership and nearly of expertise. She demonstrates exceptional client satisfaction and leverages a unique Master's in Education to guide clients.

Community & Leadership

Board Member at Riverside County Association of Realtors[6]

Education Committee Chair at San Diego Association of Realtors[6]

Volunteer Mentor at Local Real Estate Brokerage Training Program[6]

Community Outreach Volunteer at Local Housing Assistance Non-Profit[6]

Notable Achievements

48 Five-Star Reviews

Master's Degree in Education

Nearly 20 Years Experience

Verified Specialties

Foreclosure, First Time Homebuyers, Investment Properties, Military/Veterans, New Construction, individuals, families, investors[4]

Cities Served

San Marcos

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Gregory Alan Moser Listed

Contact

Phone: (858) 525-2525

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.moserrealtygroup.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Moser%20Realty%20Group

Why selected: Selected for his deep community involvement as a local real estate and mortgage professional and founder of his own firm. His diverse background in construction and emergency medicine provides clients with unique, practical expertise.

Verified Specialties

Commercial Properties, Moving, Property Management, New Construction[4]

Cities Served

Carlsbad

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Barbara A Chen Listed

5.0 stars 35+ verified reviews License: 1821080 The Jim Bottrell Real Estate Team - eXp Realty 18+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (323) 788-2221

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.bottrellteam.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/BarbaraChen

Why selected: Selected for her career and, Barbara Chen is a trusted partner at The Jim Bottrell Real Estate Team.

Notable Achievements

Perfect Client Rating

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Property Management, First Time Homebuyers, Investment Properties, first-time buyers, investment properties, home ownership guidance, market analysis, negotiation[4]

Cities Served

San Marcos

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Angelica Moreno Henry Listed

Contact

Phone: (760) 420-6191

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.newpalacerealty.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/AngelicaAngieHenry

Why selected: Selected for her leadership in mentoring emerging agents and her deep community involvement. She combines this with an outstanding from and of expertise as a licensed broker.

Notable Achievements

4.9 Star Client Rating

18 Years Real Estate Experience

Real Estate Broker License

Verified Specialties

Property Management, mentoring, training, broker services[4]

Cities Served

San Marcos

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Alan Huynh Listed

5.0 stars 24+ verified reviews License: 1334577 Prevu Real Estate, Inc. 23+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (408) 828-3776

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-huynh-real-estate

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/info9856

Why selected: Selected for his deep community involvement and leadership roles, Alan Huynh also demonstrates exceptional performance with a and of market experience.

Community & Leadership

Board Member at California Association of Realtors[6]

Mentor at Local Real Estate Brokerage Association[6]

Volunteer Committee Member at Local Homelessness Prevention Non-Profit[6]

Member at Local Chamber of Commerce[6]

Notable Achievements

22+ Years Real Estate Experience

Perfect 5-Star Rating

Verified Specialties

residential real estate, client advocacy, market analysis, negotiation strategies, client satisfaction, relationship building, comprehensive service[4]

Cities Served

San Marcos

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

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