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3 San Rafael Place sold on April 12, 2018 for $1,959,840, 1.9% below the $1,998,000 asking price after 14 days on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
3 San Rafael Place, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
- 4 beds
- 5 baths
- 4,476 sq ft
- 9,600 sq ft lot
- Built 1998
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$1,959,840
Subdivision Estates (RN)
The home
About 3 San Rafael Place
Live like you are on vacation in this stunning custom estate with an expansive resort-caliber backyard boasting some of the most dramatic panoramas of stunning sunsets, city lights & mountains. Situated at the end of a cul-de-sac in the exclusive enclave of The Estates, this residence offers an amazing floorplan w/4 bedrooms + Office + Loft + TV Room + Bonus Room. Impressive oversized iron scrolled doors open to soaring ceilings and walls of windows surrounding generous formal & informal living spaces. The well designed kitchen features double ovens, wine refrigerator, large center island & built-in desk. The grand master suite includes a retreat area & a double sided fireplace to the spa-like master bathroom w/jetted tub & steam shower. Relax and enjoy the stunning views, including 4th of July fireworks shows, from the generous sized deck w/entry from the master bedroom & bonus room. Limestone flooring, 4 fireplaces, Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, Wrought Iron Staircase, Surround Sound, Solid Wood Garage Doors & more. The oversized backyard provides the ultimate in outdoor living w/salt water pool and spa, covered loggia w/fireplace, outdoor kitchen w/built-in bbq, sink & refrigerator. Built by the developer as his personal residence, the attention to detail throughout, along with the prime location of this home are evident. Enjoy membership to The Club at Rancho Niguel w/fitness room, playground, pools, spa, tennis, basketball, sand volleyball & racquetball courts.
Property details for 3 San Rafael Place
This 4-bedroom, 5-bath single-family home sits in the Estates (RN) neighborhood of Laguna Niguel in Orange County. It has 4,476 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1998. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 654-582-17. Highlights include panoramic and city lights views, a private pool and a community spa, a fireplace, a gated community, an attached three-car garage, and central air.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC18044255
- Year Built
- 1998
- Builder Model
- Custom
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 4,476
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 9,600
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 4
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Parking Spaces
- 3
- View
- City Lights, Mountains, Neighborhood, Panoramic
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $260
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Sea Breeze
- Parcel Number
- 65458217
- On Market Date
- 2018-02-27
- Listing Terms
- Standard
- HOA fees
- $330 monthly
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Wired For Sound, Bedroom On Main Level, Entrance Foyer, Loft, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Built In Range, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Indoor Grill, Microwave, Water Softener, Water Purifier
- Flooring
- Carpet, Stone
- Heating
- Central, Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air, Dual, Zoned
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Outside
- Laundry
- Laundry Chute, Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Doors
- Double Door Entry
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Mediterranean
- Exterior Features
- Barbecue, Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Cul De Sac, Landscaped, Sprinkler System
- Patio and Porch
- Covered, Deck, Patio
- Parking
- Door Multi, Direct Access, Garage
- Fencing
- Block, Wrought Iron
- Pool Features
- Diving Board, In Ground, Private, Salt Water, Waterfall, Association
- Spa
- Association, Heated, In Ground
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Estates (RN) (RNET)
- Community Features
- Street Lights, Sidewalks, Gated
- Association Amenities
- Sport Court, Fitness Center, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Pool, Racquetball, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Gated Community, Smoke Detectors
- Second HOA Dues
- $70
The record
Property History for 3 San Rafael Place
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 12, 2018 | Sold | $1,959,840 | |
| Feb 27, 2018 | Listed for sale | $1,998,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 3 San Rafael Place
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 06059C0437J effective December 3, 2009. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, Local Responsibility Area.
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 32 of 32 residential locations in this census block. Fixed wireless: T-Mobile, up to 100 Mbps, at 23 of 32.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590423361003, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.2 miles away (ChargePoint, 2 Level 2 ports). 160 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.
Laguna Niguel home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 423
- Median price
- $1,760,000
- Median days on market
- 17
- Median per sq ft
- $820
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 31, 2025 to Oct 31, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
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Schools
School District for 3 San Rafael Place
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The MLS record lists the school district as Capistrano Unified.
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Listed by Liz Ryan of Surterre Properties, Inc
Listing information updated Jun 27, 2026 at 7:19 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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