$1,349,000
2Beds2Baths1,188SqFt
15 MercatoLaguna Niguel, CA 92677Monaco I (Niguel East)
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
$1,200,000
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- Sq Ft
- 1,559
- Per Sq Ft
- $770
- Sq Ft Lot
- 4,800
- Built
- 1988
- HOA/mo
- $225
- Garage
- 2-car
Call Clark Smith (949) 494-8830
Subdivision Monaco I (Niguel East)
8 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $1,365,000
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 offers 1,559 square feet of living space. 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, a 4,800-square-foot lot, central air, and an updated home. The detail sections on this page cover interior and exterior features, estimated taxes, HOA dues where they apply, and the map location.
Home Details
- Price
- $1,200,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,559 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 4,800 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1988
- MLS® Number
- LG25225270
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $225 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
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
Property History for 26 Mercato
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 7, 2025 | Sold | $1,200,000 | |
| Sep 26, 2025 | Listed for sale | $1,195,000 | |
| Apr 15, 2020 | Sold | $735,000 | Berkshire Hathaway HomeService |
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
8Homes sold
$1,365,000Median price
11Median days on market
$808Median per sq ft
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Sep 19, 2025 to Sep 19, 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 |
School District for 26 Mercato
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the Capistrano Unified.
Living in Laguna Niguel covers its schools, parks and beaches.
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