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28712 Murrelet Drive sold on September 4, 2024 for $1,888,000, 2.6% above the $1,840,000 asking price after 10 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.

28712 Murrelet Drive, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
- 4 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,586 sq ft
- 8,580 sq ft lot
- Built 1984
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The home
About 28712 Murrelet Drive
Premiere coastal pool home in Laguna Niguel is extremely private and designed to accommodate all your loved ones' needs.
This thoughtfully remodeled 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms residence offers the ultimate blend of comfort, elegance and convenience. Upon entering through the custom front doors, you are greeted by a grand entrance with vaulted ceilings, leading to an inviting living room and adjoining delightful dining room complete with fireplace. The first-floor bedroom and bathroom are ideal for an office, guestroom or multi-generational living providing both privacy and flexibility. The spacious open-floor plan, with numerous windows and sliding glass doors, seamlessly connects the family room, dining room, kitchen and backyard creating a wonderful space for entertaining and everyday living. The modern chef’s kitchen features gorgeous quartz countertops, custom cabinetry and an oversized island with seating. The remodeled gourmet kitchen opens to the great room with cozy fireplace and offers views of the secluded pool and serene backyard. Entertainers will delight in the designer touches throughout the home including wainscoting and hardwood flooring that adds warmth and luxury to the main floor living areas. Step outside to the private backyard oasis on an over 8,500 square foot lot complete with mature landscaping, beautiful hardscaping, a sparkling pool and spa, firepit and grassy area perfect for relaxing or hosting outdoor gatherings. Continue upstairs to the master-suite retreat including walk-in closet and ensuite bathroom plus soaking tub and separate shower. Two more spacious bedrooms have views of the peaceful backyard trees and the enchanting swimming pool.
This welcoming home showcases designer touches throughout, ensuring a blend of sophistication and comfort in every room.
Benefit from the ample parking and storage space provided by the 3-car garage.
Friends and loved ones will enjoy superior association amenities including pickleball courts, a pool, tennis courts, volleyball courts, a clubhouse and more!
Discover this prime location nestled in the highly sought-after Kite Hill neighborhood renowned for its award-winning public schools. Conveniently located near Dana Point Harbor, pristine beaches, world-class golfing and five-star-resorts including the Waldorf Astoria, Ritz-Carlton and Montage. Experience resort-style living at its finest.
Property details for 28712 Murrelet Drive
This 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Kite Hill North neighborhood of Laguna Niguel in Orange County. It has 2,586 square feet of living space on an 8,580-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1984. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 654-282-06. Highlights include a private pool and spa, a fireplace, an attached three-car garage, central air, and an updated home.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC24150244
- Year Built
- 1984
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,586
- Living Area Source
- Public Records
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 8,580
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.197
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Parking Spaces
- 6
- View
- Pool, Trees Woods
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $140
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Kite Hill HOA
- Parcel Number
- 65428206
- On Market Date
- 2024-07-31
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, In Law Floorplan, Open Floorplan, Paneling Wainscoting, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Bedroom On Main Level, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Warming Drawer
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Living Room
- Laundry
- Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Bay Windows, Plantation Shutters
- Doors
- Sliding Doors
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Rain Gutters, Fire Pit
- Roof
- Tile
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Near Park, Paved, Walkstreet, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Brick, Concrete, Covered
- Parking
- Door Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Paved
- Fencing
- Block, Privacy, Wrought Iron
- Pool Features
- In Ground, Private, Association
- Spa
- In Ground, Private
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Kite Hill North (KHN)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Fishing, Golf, Gutters, Hiking, Lake, Preserve Public Land, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Water Sports, Park
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Sport Court, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Paddle Tennis, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire Detection System, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 28712 Murrelet Drive
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 2024 | Sold | $1,888,000 | |
| Aug 12, 2024 | Status changed to Pending | From Active | |
| Jul 31, 2024 | Status changed to Active | From Coming Soon | |
| Jul 31, 2024 | Listed for sale | $1,840,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
Added by Realatrends Real Estate
Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 28712 Murrelet Drive
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 06059C0437J effective December 3, 2009. 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 237 of 242 residential locations in this census block. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 221 of 242.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590423191002, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.7 miles away (ChargePoint, 2 Level 2 ports). 179 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 28712 Murrelet Drive
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Moulton
- Middle
- Aliso Niguel
- High
- Aliso Viejo
- District
- Capistrano Unified
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Listed by Loralie Dunlap of Surterre Properties Inc
Listing information updated Dec 4, 2024 at 6:32 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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