Sold
26 Mercato sold on November 7, 2025 for $1,200,000, 0.4% above the $1,195,000 asking price after 10 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.
26 Mercato, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,559 sq ft
- 4,800 sq ft lot
- Built 1988
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$1,200,000
Subdivision Monaco I (Niguel East)
8 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $1,365,000
The home
About 26 Mercato
Welcome to 26 Mercato in the highly sought-after Marina Hills community of Laguna Niguel. This beautifully upgraded 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 1,559 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. From the moment you arrive, the landscaped courtyard and wrap-around patio invite you to relax outdoors. Gather around the built-in gas BBQ, cozy up by the firepit, or unwind in the private spa with waterfall feature—this backyard was made for enjoying California living. Inside, the home is filled with natural light thanks to soaring ceilings, a skylight, and large windows. A stacked stone fireplace anchors the living room, while crown molding, updated lighting, and fresh finishes add warmth throughout. A separate dining area with nearby wine storage and built-in cabinetry, making entertaining effortless. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, soft close drawers and cabinets, large pantry with pull out shelves, and a lovely view of the backyard and soothing waterfall feature. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite includes a walk-in closet in the the remodeled bath with a sleek walk-in shower, and great storage in the dual sink vanity area. Two additional bedrooms down the hall share a well-appointed full bath with tub and shower, while a downstairs powder room has also been tastefully updated. Additional highlights include PEX re-piping, dual-pane windows, ceiling fans, central AC, a Nest thermostat, Ring doorbell, and an epoxy-finished garage with recessed lighting, keyless entry keypad, MyQ garage door opener, ample storage, and a generous driveway. The home has been repiped with Pex piping, and the exterior of the home and backyard pergola have been freshly painted within the past year. Living in Marina Hills means access to resort-style amenities: an Olympic-size pool, spa, clubhouse, tennis, pickleball, and more. Nearby trails connect you to Salt Creek Beach, and you’ll be close to shopping, dining, world-class resorts, and easy freeway and toll road access. This home offers the perfect balance of comfort, style, and convenience. This is an amazing opportunity to own a single family residence (only attached on one side) in a beautiful area of Laguna Niguel. Enjoy the perfect South Orange County climate and beach close living in this lovely home.
Property details for 26 Mercato
This 3-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Monaco I (Niguel East) neighborhood of Laguna Niguel in Orange County. It has 1,559 square feet of living space on a 4,800-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1988. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 653-271-68. Highlights include a community pool and a private spa, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, central air, an updated home, and Mediterranean architecture.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- LG25225270
- Year Built
- 1988
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,559
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 4,800
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1102
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- View
- Neighborhood, Trees Woods
- HOA Dues
- $225
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Marina Hills Planned Community Association
- Parcel Number
- 65327168
- On Market Date
- 2025-09-26
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Built In Features, Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, Dry Bar, Separate Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, All Bedrooms Up, Entrance Foyer, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Barbecue, Dishwasher, Free Standing Range, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile
- Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Fireplaces
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Gas, Living Room
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- One Common Wall
- Windows
- Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Screens, Skylights
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Mediterranean
- Exterior Features
- Rain Gutters, Fire Pit
- Roof
- Concrete, Spanish Tile
- Construction
- Drywall, Stucco
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Close To Clubhouse, Cul De Sac, Front Yard, Lawn, Near Park, Near Public Transit, Sprinkler System
- Patio and Porch
- Rear Porch, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Wrap Around
- Parking
- Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Storage
- Pool Features
- Community, Heated, Lap, Association
- Spa
- In Ground, Private
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Monaco I (Niguel East) (MHM)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Gutters, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Park, Pool
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Sport Court, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Tennis Courts, Trails
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 26 Mercato
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 7, 2025 | Sold | $1,200,000 | |
| Oct 23, 2025 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Oct 6, 2025 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Hold | |
| Oct 4, 2025 | Status changed to Hold | From Active | |
| Sep 26, 2025 | Listed for sale | $1,195,000 | |
| Apr 15, 2020 | Sold | $735,000 | Berkshire Hathaway HomeService |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 26 Mercato
We looked up this home's map point in public government maps. These facts are not part of the MLS listing.
Hazard zones
- Flood zone
Zone X, area of minimal flood hazard. Outside FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area.
FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, FIRM panel 06059C0439J effective December 3, 2009. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
Not in a fire hazard severity zone on the State Fire Marshal's map.
CAL FIRE, State Fire Marshal map for Local Responsibility Areas, March 24, 2025. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Earthquake fault zone
Outside the Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones.
California Geological Survey, Earthquake Fault Zones. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Liquefaction zone
Outside the liquefaction zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, San Juan Capistrano quadrangle, released December 21, 2001. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Landslide zone
Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, San Juan Capistrano quadrangle, released December 21, 2001. Checked October 15, 2026.
Internet and charging
- Fixed internet
Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 229 of 229 residential locations in this census block. DSL: AT&T, up to 100 Mbps, at 229 of 229. Fixed wireless: T-Mobile, up to 100 Mbps, at 177 of 229.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590423303000, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.1 miles away (ChargePoint, 2 Level 2 ports). 173 public charging ports within 3 miles.
U.S. Department of Energy, Alternative Fuels Data Center. Straight-line distance. Checked October 15, 2026.
These facts are for the listing's map point, which can sit off the lot. A zone line can also cross a lot, and agencies revise their maps. In cities, the fire zone line follows the State Fire Marshal's 2025 map; each city adopts its own map and may add areas. These lines are not a Natural Hazard Disclosure. Check the official maps and the seller's disclosures before you rely on them. Sources for the earthquake zone lines: Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones (2025). Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Seismic Hazard Zones (2025).
Official maps
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The neighborhood
About Laguna Niguel
Set in the San Joaquin Hills between Laguna Beach and Dana Point, Laguna Niguel began in 1959 as one of California's first master-planned communities, laid out along Crown Valley Parkway. The city is served by the Capistrano Unified School District and contains Laguna Niguel Regional Park and its lake.
Monaco I (Niguel East) home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 8
- Median price
- $1,365,000
- Median days on market
- 11
- Median per sq ft
- $808
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Nov 3, 2025 to Nov 3, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Monaco I (Niguel East) sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Andorra | Sep 9, 2026 | $1,550,000 | 1,737 | $892 | 7 |
| 10 Son Bon | Jul 17, 2026 | $1,340,000 | 1,866 | $718 | 20 |
| 14 Genoa | Jun 5, 2026 | $1,390,000 | 1,426 | $975 | 5 |
| 30 Villamoura | May 14, 2026 | $1,520,000 | 1,841 | $826 | 22 |
| 14 Mercato | Apr 16, 2026 | $1,324,000 | 1,716 | $772 | 34 |
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Schools
School District for 26 Mercato
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The MLS record lists the school district as Capistrano Unified.
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Listed by Dana Wall of Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Listing information updated Nov 7, 2025 at 1:18 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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