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5503 Costa Escondida sold on February 14, 2019 for $925,000, at the asking price after 2 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.

Single Family ResidenceSold · Feb 14, 2019

5503 Costa Escondida, San Clemente, CA 92673

  • 4 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 2,407 sq ft
  • 5,760 sq ft lot
  • Built 2001

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$925,000

MLS# OC19010917

Subdivision Ridgemore

6 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $1,749,750

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This home has a newer listing: MLS OC26142351 (Sold).

The home

About 5503 Costa Escondida

One of the most upgraded & impeccably maintained Ridgemore homes ever to hit the market! This Stunning home features 4 Bedrooms and 2.5 Baths and the most sought-after floorplan! Private premium lot affords privacy without facing neighbors and backing to natural hillside creating a private and serene outdoor haven. A custom pergola, accent lighting and a built in BBQ/Kitchen area provides the perfect entertaining venues. A low maintenance yard with artificial turf and custom brick hardscaping. Home was just recognized by the Homeowners Association commending the Homeowners on their beautiful curb appeal! Impressive floor plan with all the upgrades imaginable. The home features formal entry w/ vaulted ceilings. Formal living & dining room with new rich hardwood flooring. The Kitchen features all new stainless Thermador appliances, custom granite counters with full backsplash, upgraded white cabinets and a walk-in pantry. The upstairs highlights include a master suite with a new custom balcony to enjoy the views and a Milgard sliding door. The master bath features a relaxing jetted spa tub and a front balcony. Three secondary bedrooms, full bath and laundry room. SEE SUPPLEMENTS FOR COMPLETE LIST OF UPGRADES. ALMOST EVERYTHING IN THIS HOME HAS BEEN UPDATED BY ORIGINAL OWNERS. Forster Highlands Community Offers,Community Pools, Jacuzzi’s, Clubhouse and Tot Lot!! No Mello Roos! Just A Short Walk to the Award-Winning Schools, Tennis Courts and Parks! Welcome Home!

Property details for 5503 Costa Escondida

This 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Ridgemore neighborhood of San Clemente in Orange County. It has 2,407 square feet of living space on a 5,760-square-foot lot. The home was built in 2001. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 678-131-82. Highlights include panoramic and city lights views, a community pool and spa, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, central air, and a turnkey home.

Specifications

Home Details

General Features

Property Type
Single Family Residence
MLS Number
OC19010917
Year Built
2001
Living Area (sq ft)
2,407
Lot Size (sq ft)
5,760
Lot Size (acres)
0.1322
Levels
Two
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
2
View
City Lights, Canyon, Hills, Panoramic, Trees Woods
HOA Dues
$228
HOA Frequency
Monthly
HOA Name
Powerstone
Parcel Number
67813182
On Market Date
2019-01-15
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Interior Features
Built In Features, Balcony, Crown Molding, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Recessed Lighting, Storage, All Bedrooms Up, Walk In Pantry, Walk In Closets
Appliances
Built In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, High Efficiency Water Heater, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater
Flooring
Carpet, Wood
Heating
Central, Energy Star Qualified Equipment, Forced Air, Fireplaces, High Efficiency
Cooling
Central Air, Energy Star Qualified Equipment
Fireplace
Family Room
Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Upper Level
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls
Windows
Double Pane Windows, Screens
Doors
Mirrored Closet Doors, Panel Doors

Exterior Features

Architectural Style
Mediterranean
Exterior Features
Lighting, Rain Gutters
Roof
Concrete, Tile
Construction
Drywall, Stucco
Foundation
Slab
Lot Features
Back Yard, Close To Clubhouse, Cul De Sac, Front Yard, Landscaped, Sprinkler System
Patio and Porch
Brick, Concrete, Covered
Parking
Concrete, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage
Fencing
Wood, Wrought Iron
Pool Features
Association
Spa
Association
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Utilities
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Condition
Turnkey
Units
1

Community Features

Subdivision
Ridgemore (RIDG)
Community Features
Curbs, Gutters, Street Lights, Sidewalks
Association Amenities
Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Trails
Security
Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire Detection System, Fire Sprinkler System, Smoke Detectors

The record

Property History for 5503 Costa Escondida

DateEventPriceNote
Sep 8, 2026 Sold $1,800,000 First Team Real Estate
Feb 14, 2019 Sold $925,000
Jan 15, 2019 Listed for sale $925,000

Added by Realatrends Real Estate

Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 5503 Costa Escondida

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 06059C0526J effective December 3, 2009. Checked October 15, 2026.

Fire hazard severity zone

Very 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 Clemente quadrangle, released June 21, 2002. Checked October 15, 2026.

Landslide zone

Inside a Seismic Hazard Zone for earthquake-induced landslides.

California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, San Clemente quadrangle, released June 21, 2002. Checked October 15, 2026.

Tsunami hazard area

Outside the Tsunami Hazard Area on the State's evacuation planning map.

California Geological Survey and Cal OES, Tsunami Hazard Area map for Orange County (2021). Checked October 15, 2026.

Internet and charging

Fixed internet

Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 455 of 457 residential locations in this census block. DSL: AT&T, up to 100 Mbps, at 314 of 457. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 255 of 457.

FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590421123001, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.

EV charging

Nearest public charger 0.8 miles away (Tesla Supercharger, 16 DC fast ports). 113 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 San Clemente

San Clemente is the southernmost city in Orange County, founded in the 1920s by Ole Hanson as a Spanish Village by the Sea of white-stucco, red-tile-roofed homes overlooking the Pacific. Landmarks include the 1928 pier, the Beach Trail from North Beach to Calafia Beach, Avenida Del Mar, and the Capistrano Unified School District.

Ridgemore home sales, past 12 months

Homes sold
6
Median price
$1,749,750
Median days on market
7
Median per sq ft
$732

Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Nov 1, 2025 to Nov 1, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.

Recent Ridgemore sales

AddressClosedPriceSq ftPer sq ftDays on market
5503 Costa Escondida Sep 8, 2026 $1,800,000 2,407 $748 33
5117 Costa Rustico Jul 9, 2026 $1,700,000 2,332 $729 6
5313 Camino Bosquecillo Jul 6, 2026 $1,799,500 1,991 $904 1
5621 Costa Maritima Jun 23, 2026 $1,910,000 2,596 $736 3
5607 Costa Maritima Jun 22, 2026 $1,535,000 2,196 $699 7

Schools

Schools for 5503 Costa Escondida

As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.

Elementary
Truman Benedict
Middle
Bernice
High
San Clemente
District
Capistrano Unified

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Listed by Sandra Marquez of Re/Max Coastal Homes

Listing information updated Jun 27, 2026 at 2:47 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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