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1525 Buena sold on June 30, 2021 for $4,400,000, 2.2% below the $4,500,000 asking price after 221 days on the market, including an earlier listing. The seller carried financing. The details are below for reference.
1525 Buena, San Clemente, CA 92672
- 8 beds
- 8 baths
- 6,970 sq ft
- 0.29-acre lot
- Built 1954
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$4,400,000
The home
About 1525 Buena
Location, location, location! Spectacular victorian style home featuring panoramic views of San Clemente coastline completely rebuilt 2006. Ocean views from almost every room, property is situated on most pronounced section of the hillside and protrudes out further than others on the peninsula which affords the best possible sights. Entering through the massive wrought iron gates, the long driveway has parking for up to 10 vehicles with an additional 6 spaces in the garage. The home has a turn of the century Victorian charm and has extensive use of large wood moldings, detailed ceiling finishes and large Acacia wood planking in most areas. Modern conveniences including fire sprinklers throughout, a large kitchen with Viking appliances with a second kitchen upstairs that has a large entertaining area opening up to a huge outdoor balcony for taking in the incredible vistas. Warm and welcoming home has 7 fireplaces , many in bedrooms. Home also boasts a huge 360 degree view rooftop deck that is not being utilized and awaits the buyers finishing touches. The rooftop is truly where the best views are as it is much higher than neighboring homes. Home was originally 3 seperate units and can be divided back or expanded to a 4 unit condo or apartment property. Front of home can be sectioned off and has separate entrance. Ideally located next to beach access, walking trails, restaurants, and shops. The possibilities are endless for this truly unique structure by the sea...
Property details for 1525 Buena
This 8-bedroom, 8-bath single-family home sits in San Clemente in Orange County. It has 6,970 square feet of living space on a 0.29-acre lot. The home was built in 1954. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 692-121-30. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a fireplace, and an attached six-car garage.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC21131678
- Year Built
- 1954
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 6,970
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 12,632
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.29
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 8
- Full Baths
- 6
- Half Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 6
- Parking Spaces
- 16
- View
- Catalina, Coastline, Ocean, Panoramic
- Parcel Number
- 69212130
- On Market Date
- 2021-06-24
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Built In Features, Balcony, Chair Rail, Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, Cathedral Ceilings, Coffered Ceilings, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, In Law Floorplan, Multiple Staircases, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Paneling Wainscoting, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Two Story Ceilings, Bar, Bedroom On Main Level, Entrance Foyer
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Dishwasher, Gas Range
- Flooring
- Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Den, Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Laundry
- Upper Level
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Doors
- French Doors
- Accessibility
- Safe Emergency Egress From Home
Exterior Features
- Roof
- Composition
- Lot Features
- Bluff
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
- Units
- 3
Community Features
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Hiking, Water Sports
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 1525 Buena
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 30, 2021 | Sold | $4,400,000 | |
| Jun 24, 2021 | Relisted | $4,500,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 1525 Buena
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 06059C0517K effective March 21, 2019. 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, Dana Point quadrangle, released December 21, 2001. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Landslide zone
Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Dana Point quadrangle, released December 21, 2001. 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
Fiber: AT&T, up to 5,000 Mbps, at 71 of 99 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 98 of 99. DSL: AT&T, up to 100 Mbps, at 23 of 99.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590421081000, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.5 miles away (Tesla Supercharger, 49 DC fast ports). 120 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.
San Clemente home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 450
- Median price
- $1,982,000
- Median days on market
- 11
- Median per sq ft
- $820
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 San Clemente sales
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| 11 Via Santander | Oct 30, 2026 | $1,737,500 | 2,237 | $777 | 12 |
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Schools
School District for 1525 Buena
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Capistrano Unified.
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Listed by Keith Jorgensen of Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing information updated Jul 2, 2021 at 7:02 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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