Sold
209 S La Esperanza sold on September 19, 2024 for $2,200,000, 8.3% below the $2,400,000 asking price after 122 days on the market; it was first listed at $3,400,000. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
209 S La Esperanza, San Clemente, CA 92672
- 4 beds
- 4 baths
- 3,050 sq ft
- 6,700 sq ft lot
- Built 1989
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$2,200,000
The home
About 209 S La Esperanza
Welcome to your dream coastal paradise! This stunning custom home in San Clemente, offers 4 bedrooms plus an office and 3.5 bathrooms across 3,050 square feet of open living space. Panoramic ocean views that stretch from Catalina Island to San Diego can be enjoyed from almost every room in the home. Situated on a generous 6,700 sq ft lot, this property invites outdoor enjoyment and entertaining with its incredible ocean views and serene atmosphere. Step inside through the oversized custom front door and you're immediately greeted by cathedral ceilings creating an open and airy atmosphere. The entryway features custom Spanish tile stairs that lead up to a spacious and inviting main floor living area with high ceilings. The living room is highlighted by a beautiful tile fireplace with an elegant mantel and large windows to enjoy the stunning ocean views. The adjoining dining room also offers astonishing ocean and sunset views and has direct access to the large deck, ideal for entertaining guests or enjoying sunsets.
You will love the upgraded kitchen, which is framed by a distinctive piece of the San Clemente Pier and showcases a custom aquamarine tile backsplash, floating wood shelves, and a large granite sink. Unique garage-style roll-up windows in the kitchen and eating nook open to enjoy more of those ocean views and enhance the home's airy and open atmosphere. Adjacent to the dining room, the family room features a stunning custom bronze tile ceiling and an accent brick wall, adding a touch of luxury and character to the space. Also located on this floor is a bathroom for guests + an office which could easily be converted to a 5th bedroom. On the lower level, all four bedrooms create a private retreat. The master suite, along with two additional bedrooms, offers beautiful ocean views. The master bathroom features a large sunken bathtub and dual vanity, providing a spa-like atmosphere. The lower level also includes a spacious laundry room with sink and additional storage. Outside, the expansive driveway offers a large driveway capable of parking multiple vehicles, a boat, or RV, the garage is equipped with custom epoxy floors, a Tesla charging station, and a sauna on the deck. Landscaped with beautiful stonework & tropical trees, and located near world-class beaches & top rated surfing, a short walk or drive to downtown & dining, boutique shopping, coffee shops & the beach trail. The perfect home for those aspiring to live the Southern California dream.
Property details for 209 S La Esperanza
This 4-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in San Clemente in Orange County. It has 3,050 square feet of living space on a 6,700-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1989. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 690-022-23. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, and an updated home.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC24093665
- Year Built
- 1989
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 3,050
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 6,700
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1538
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 3
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Canyon, Harbor, Hills, Neighborhood, Ocean, Panoramic, Water
- Parcel Number
- 69002223
- On Market Date
- 2024-05-09
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Balcony, Cathedral Ceilings, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Bar, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Flooring
- Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Central, Forced Air
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Gas
- Laundry
- Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 4
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 3
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Construction
- Stone, Stucco
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Near Park
- Patio and Porch
- Deck, Patio
- Parking
- Door Multi, Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Rv Access Parking
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Sewer Tap Paid
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Underground Utilities
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Community Features
- Curbs, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Park
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire Sprinkler System, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 209 S La Esperanza
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2024 | Sold | $2,200,000 | |
| Sep 16, 2024 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Sep 10, 2024 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Aug 26, 2024 | Status changed to Active | From Active Under Contract | |
| Aug 21, 2024 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Jul 24, 2024 | Price reduced | $2,400,000 | From $2,695,000 |
| Jun 11, 2024 | Price reduced | $2,695,000 | From $3,100,000 |
| May 17, 2024 | Price reduced | $3,100,000 | From $3,400,000 |
| May 9, 2024 | Listed for sale | $3,400,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 209 S 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
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 161 of 161 residential locations in this census block. DSL: AT&T, up to 10 Mbps, at 139 of 161. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 37 of 161.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590421132000, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.4 miles away (ViaLynk, 2 Level 2 ports). 108 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.
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Schools
Schools for 209 S La Esperanza
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Concordia
- Middle
- Shorecliff
- High
- San Clemente
- District
- Capistrano Unified
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Listed by Julie Moran of eXp Realty of Southern California, Inc
Listing information updated Dec 4, 2024 at 7:28 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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