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140 N La Esperanza sold on July 24, 2024 for $1,640,000, 1.8% below the $1,670,000 asking price after 53 days on the market; it was first listed at $1,699,000. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.
140 N La Esperanza, San Clemente, CA 92672
- 3 beds
- 4 baths
- 2,255 sq ft
- 0.26-acre lot
- Built 1966
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$1,640,000
The home
About 140 N La Esperanza
Spectacular Ocean View Property. Discover the epitome of coastal living in this magnificent property with breathtaking ocean views. This 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath, highly upgraded home has approximately 2255 square feet of living space, with a huge oversized lot consisting of two parcel numbers totaling approximately 11,280 square feet (over a quarter of an acre), located in the picturesque city of San Clemente, close to downtown. This property features an open concept floor plan with high end finishes. The upgraded kitchen includes a breakfast bar, and opens to the spacious dining area. Enjoy the views of the ocean from the kitchen and dining area. Fix dinner while gazing out over the ocean and spectacular sunset. The dining area leads to the main backyard. Main level is light and airy with large windows for ocean breezes and spectacular views. Enjoy the main floor Great Room with high vaulted ceiling, fireplace, views, and a double door leading to a view balcony. Be mesmerized by the view of the ocean, and the sunset from the Great Room. Oversized Master Bedroom with walk-in closet, and an en-suite gorgeously remodeled bathroom. The large second bedroom, hallway bathroom, and a powder room for guests are conveniently located on this level. Checkout the downstairs enclave with its own entrance, featuring a Great Room, fireplace, Kitchenette, Bedroom, and full Bath. With a separate access, this can be used as an au-pair, in-laws, or be rented. Main backyard features a sitting areas, playground, and low maintenance. Lower backyard can be accessed from the main backyard, and has great potentials. The downstairs unit has its own private yard. There is an additional shed at the back of the property. Low maintenance front yard is beautifully landscaped. No Mello-Roos, No HOA, conveniently located close to everything from world renowned beaches, award winning schools, downtown activities, world class shopping, and restaurants. Embark on a new journey of contemporary coastal living in this beautiful San Clemente hillside Estate. Cul-de-sac corner lot property with two parcel numbers on an oversized quarter of an acre lot mostly flat offers endless opportunities for future expansion or new estate surrounded by large estates, and two new estates being built (137 & 139 Avenida Caballeros) offered at $4,800,000 each. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Call now to schedule a private showing.
Property details for 140 N La Esperanza
This 3-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in San Clemente in Orange County. It has 2,255 square feet of living space on a 0.26-acre lot. The home was built in 1966. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 057-094-04. Highlights include ocean views, a fireplace, and an attached two-car garage.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC24055556
- Year Built
- 1966
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,255
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 11,280
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.259
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 3
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Ocean
- Parcel Number
- 05709404
- On Market Date
- 2024-04-09
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Bedroom On Main Level, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Cooling
- See Remarks
- Fireplace
- Great Room, Guest Accommodations
- Laundry
- Inside
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 3
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard
- Pool Features
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Community Features
- Storm Drains, Sidewalks
The record
Property History for 140 N La Esperanza
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 24, 2024 | Sold | $1,640,000 | |
| Jul 11, 2024 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Jun 25, 2024 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| May 30, 2024 | Price reduced | $1,670,000 | From $1,699,000 |
| May 2, 2024 | Status changed to Active | From Hold | |
| Apr 9, 2024 | Status changed to Hold | From Active | |
| Apr 9, 2024 | Status changed to Active | From Coming Soon | |
| Apr 9, 2024 | Listed for sale | $1,699,000 | |
| Dec 29, 2017 | Sold | $725,000 | Nancy Russell Prp.Mngmnt/Sales |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 140 N La Esperanza
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 06059C0536K effective March 21, 2019. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
Moderate 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
Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.
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 6 of 6 residential locations in this census block. DSL: AT&T, up to 10 Mbps, at 4 of 6. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 6 of 6.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590421134007, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.1 miles away (Shell Recharge, 14 DC fast ports). 118 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
- 456
- Median price
- $1,982,000
- Median days on market
- 11
- Median per sq ft
- $820
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Nov 4, 2025 to Nov 4, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent San Clemente sales
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Schools
School District for 140 N La Esperanza
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 Dec 4, 2024 at 4:52 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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