Sold
12 Vista Montemar sold on March 30, 2022 for $3,600,000, 1.4% below the $3,650,000 asking price after 115 days on the market; it was first listed at $3,888,000. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.
12 Vista Montemar, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
- 5 beds
- 6 baths
- 5,300 sq ft
- 0.35-acre lot
- Built 1998
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$3,600,000
Subdivision Palmilla
The home
About 12 Vista Montemar
Perched on one of the largest lots in all of Palmilla’s coveted Custom Estates; 12 Vista Montemar boasts panoramic mountains, city lights and ocean views that will leave you breathless. Lush grounds are adorned with, fig, orange, lemon, lime, nectarine, papaya and avocado trees as well as the notable Phoenix Canariensis Palm Trees. With over 5300 square feet of interior living space the five bedroom, five and one-half bath estate boasts Mediterranean design highlighted by soaring ceilings, an abundance of natural light and an open floor plan with highly desirable main level bedroom with private bathroom, guest house casita with full bathroom, formal and casual dining area, spacious family room, office, upstairs laundry and 3 car garage. Chef’s inspired kitchen equipped with professional-grade appliances, huge center island, granite countertops and a walk-in pantry. Savor daily sunrise and forever views from the reclusive master suite with balcony, dual sink master bath with soaking tub and a huge walk-in closet. Reminiscent of a posh resort, the luxurious backyard features swimming pool with waterfall, builtin BBQ with seating, relaxing lenia, infrared sauna and lush landscaping, perfect for enjoying the breathtaking views and entertaining amongst friends and family. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy easy access to walking/biking trails that surround the community as well as shopping, schools, parks and California's finest renowned beaches and resorts. With its unbeatable location and private gated community, this home is undoubtedly a very special offering.
Property details for 12 Vista Montemar
This 5-bedroom, 6-bath single-family home sits in the Palmilla neighborhood of Laguna Niguel in Orange County. It has 5,300 square feet of living space on a 0.35-acre lot. The home was built in 1998. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 655-311-13. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a private pool and a spa, a fireplace, a guard-gated community, an attached three-car garage, and central air.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC21230253
- Year Built
- 1998
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 5,300
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 15,400
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.3535
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full Baths
- 5
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Parking Spaces
- 3
- View
- City Lights, Coastline, Hills, Mountains, Ocean, Panoramic, Valley
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $207
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Palmilla
- Parcel Number
- 65531113
- On Market Date
- 2021-11-05
- Listing Terms
- Standard
- HOA fees
- $336 monthly
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Built In Features, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Crown Molding, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Multiple Staircases, Pantry, Storage, Bedroom On Main Level, Utility Room, Walk In Pantry, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Built In Range, Barbecue, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Laundry
- Upper Level
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 3
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- English, French Provincial, Mid Century Modern
- Exterior Features
- Fire Pit
- Construction
- Stucco
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Open, Patio, Stone, Terrace
- Parking
- Garage, Paved
- Fencing
- Glass
- Pool Features
- Filtered, In Ground, Pebble, Private
- Spa
- Heated, In Ground
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Palmilla (PAL)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Foothills, Hiking, Mountainous, Park, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Association Amenities
- Guard, Security, Trails
- Security
- Gated With Attendant, Twenty Four Hour Security
- Second HOA Dues
- $129
- Second HOA Name
- Niguel Summit
The record
Property History for 12 Vista Montemar
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 30, 2022 | Sold | $3,600,000 | |
| Mar 27, 2022 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Feb 28, 2022 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Feb 6, 2022 | Price reduced | $3,650,000 | From $3,785,000 |
| Dec 23, 2021 | Price reduced | $3,785,000 | From $3,888,000 |
| Nov 5, 2021 | Listed for sale | $3,888,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 12 Vista Montemar
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 06059C0438K effective March 21, 2019. 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 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 185 of 185 residential locations in this census block. DSL: AT&T, up to 100 Mbps, at 182 of 185. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 32 of 185.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590423251008, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.6 miles away (Loop, 6 Level 2 ports). 43 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
- 424
- Median price
- $1,767,500
- Median days on market
- 17
- Median per sq ft
- $821
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Nov 3, 2025 to Nov 3, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
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Schools
Schools for 12 Vista Montemar
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Moulton
- Middle
- Aliso Viejo
- High
- Aliso Niguel
- District
- Capistrano Unified
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Listed by Joele Romeo of Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Listing information updated Feb 6, 2024 at 3:23 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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