
Sold
31462 La Matanza Street sold on October 10, 2025 for $1,300,000, 16.1% below the $1,550,000 asking price after 113 days on the market; it was first listed at $1,700,000. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.

31462 La Matanza Street, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,220 sq ft
- 5,998 sq ft lot
- Built 1928
Subdivision Old San Juan
This property is also on the market under MLS OC26151559 (Residential Lease).
The home
About 31462 La Matanza Street
**Charming Historic Home Near San Juan Mission**Nestled on a serene, tree-lined street just moments from the iconic San Juan Mission, this beautifully upgraded 1928 single-level home offers timeless character with modern comforts and qualifies for the Mills Act.
The main residence features 2 spacious bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, a cozy gas fireplace, and a welcoming dining and living area. The remodeled kitchen is both stylish and functional, perfect for home chefs and entertainers alike.
A long driveway leads to a 2-car garage with a charming covered patio—ideal for relaxing or greeting guests.
The lush backyard is a true oasis, boasting a variety of mature fruit trees including Avocado, Lemon, Key Lime, Pear, Orange, Pomegranate, Apple, and even a Coffee Tree—creating a peaceful garden retreat right at home.
Attached to the main home is a permitted Granny Flat (added in the 1970s), offering private living space complete with a kitchenette featuring a brand-new stove and refrigerator, a bathroom with shower, and a bright, open layout with room for a bed and seating area. Sliding doors open to the tranquil garden, making it perfect for guests, extended family, or potential rental income.
This rare opportunity blends historic charm, modern upgrades, and a versatile layout in one of the most desirable areas near downtown San Juan Capistrano.
Property details for 31462 La Matanza Street
This 3-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Old San Juan neighborhood of San Juan Capistrano in Orange County. It offers 1,220 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1928. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 124-212-22. Highlights include a fireplace, single-story living, a two-car garage, a 5,998-square-foot lot, an updated home, and traditional architecture. The detail sections on this page cover interior and exterior features, estimated taxes, HOA dues where they apply, and the map location.
Specifications
Home Details
At a glance
- Price
- $1,300,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,220 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 5,998 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1928
- MLS® Number
- OC25093177
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- PublicRecords
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC25093177
- Year Built
- 1928
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,220
- Living Area Source
- Public Records
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 6,000
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1377
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- View
- Neighborhood
- Parcel Number
- 12421222
- On Market Date
- 2025-05-16
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Built In Features, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, In Law Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Storage, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Flooring
- Laminate, Wood
- Heating
- Electric, Fireplaces
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Gas, Living Room
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 3
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Blinds, Drapes, Screens
- Doors
- French Doors, Sliding Doors
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- See Remarks, Traditional
- Roof
- Composition
- Foundation
- Raised
- Lot Features
- Flag Lot, Front Yard, Garden, Lawn, Near Public Transit, Sprinkler System
- Patio and Porch
- Rear Porch, Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Porch
- Parking
- Concrete, Driveway, On Street
- Fencing
- Block, Wood
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Old San Juan (SJ)
- Community Features
- Street Lights
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 31462 La Matanza Street
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2025 | Sold | $1,300,000 | |
| May 16, 2025 | Listed for sale | $1,700,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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The neighborhood
About San Juan Capistrano
Anchored by Mission San Juan Capistrano, founded in 1776 and famous for the swallows that return each March, this south Orange County city holds Spanish-era adobes and the Los Rios Historic District, one of California's oldest residential streets. Equestrian and bike trails trace San Juan Creek past stables, all within the Capistrano Unified School District.
San Juan Capistrano home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 240
- Median price
- $1,950,000
- Median days on market
- 18
- Median per sq ft
- $744
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Sep 25, 2025 to Sep 25, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
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School District for 31462 La Matanza Street
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The MLS record lists the Capistrano Unified.
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Listed by Janet Montandon of First Team Real Estate
Listing information updated Oct 10, 2025 at 5:01 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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