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16 Vista Montemar sold on March 11, 2024 for $3,295,000, at the asking price on its first day on the market. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.
16 Vista Montemar, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
- 3 beds
- 4 baths
- 3,819 sq ft
- 0.28-acre lot
- Built 1998
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$3,295,000
Subdivision Palmilla
The home
About 16 Vista Montemar
Welcome to the epitome of luxury living in the gated enclave of Palmilla, an exclusive collection of luxury homes situated along the ridgeline at the top of the hill in Laguna Niguel. This rare single-level home with 3 bedrooms plus an office stands as one of only two such properties within this prestigious community. A thoughtful and unique design, this custom-built home boasts 3 bedrooms, an office, and an exceptional living experience that transcends the ordinary. An abundance of natural light, tall ceilings, and large windows, ensure that nearly every room is a vantage point for the panoramic views of the mountains and city lights below, and help create a seamless connection between the indoor living space and the large backyard. Enjoy a rare opportunity to live in tranquility, surrounded by the beauty of nature and the allure of panoramic vistas. Situated just up the hill from the world-renowned Ritz-Carlton and Waldorf-Astoria Monarch Beach resorts, as well as the prestigious El Niguel Country Club, this property places you at the heart of coastal California's finest lifestyle. Indulge in the charm of downtown Laguna Beach Village with its multitude of shops and galleries, explore the Dana Point Harbor, or bask in the sun on some of Southern California's most pristine beaches—all just minutes away from your doorstep. This home is an extraordinary blend of luxury and coastal living. With its prime location, impeccable design, and proximity to upscale amenities, this home offers an unparalleled opportunity to embrace the quintessential coastal California lifestyle.
Property details for 16 Vista Montemar
This 3-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in the Palmilla neighborhood of Laguna Niguel in Orange County. It has 3,819 square feet of living space on a 0.28-acre lot. The home was built in 1998. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 655-311-15. Highlights include panoramic and city lights views, a fireplace, single-story living, a guard-gated community, an attached four-car garage, and central air.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC24030911
- Year Built
- 1998
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 3,819
- Living Area Source
- Public Records
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 12,000
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.2755
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 3
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 4
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- View
- City Lights, Canyon, Hills, Mountains, Neighborhood, Panoramic, Trees Woods
- HOA Dues
- $409
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Palmilla
- Parcel Number
- 65531115
- On Market Date
- 2024-02-16
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Crown Molding, Dry Bar, Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Sunken Living Room, Unfurnished, Wired For Sound, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk In Pantry, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Freezer, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Trash Compactor, Water To Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Primary Bedroom, See Through
- Laundry
- Common Area, Washer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 4
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Blinds, Plantation Shutters
- Doors
- Double Door Entry, French Doors
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Spanish
- Exterior Features
- Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Tile
- Construction
- Stucco
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Landscaped, Sprinkler System, Street Level
- Patio and Porch
- Covered, Open, Patio
- Parking
- Door Multi, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage
- Fencing
- Glass, Stucco Wall, Wrought Iron
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Palmilla (PAL)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Gutters, Mountainous, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Gated
- Association Amenities
- Controlled Access, Guard, Trails
- Security
- Security System, Fire Detection System, Security Gate, Gated With Guard, Gated Community, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 16 Vista Montemar
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 11, 2024 | Sold | $3,295,000 | |
| Feb 27, 2024 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Feb 16, 2024 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Feb 16, 2024 | Listed for sale | $3,295,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 16 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
- 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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| 29792 Running Deer | Oct 30, 2026 | $1,470,000 | 2,576 | $571 | 245 |
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Schools
School District for 16 Vista Montemar
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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Listing information updated Mar 12, 2024 at 10:13 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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