$1,299,000
4Beds3Baths2,277SqFt
26572 MimosaMission Viejo, CA 92691Seville
Sold
26591 Montecito sold on January 7, 2026 for $1,475,000, 4.8% below the $1,550,000 asking price after 10 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.
26591 Montecito, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
- 4 beds
- 2 baths
- 2,350 sq ft
- 8,499 sq ft lot
- Built 1971
$1,475,000
Subdivision Seville
11 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $1,304,000
The home
About 26591 Montecito
Immaculate Original-Owner Home on a Private Cul-de-Sac Lot! Nestled at the end of a tranquil cul-de-sac, this meticulously maintained residence offers a unique blend of comfort, style, and thoughtful upgrades—showcasing true pride of ownership. Recent enhancements include a new HVAC system, new water heater, and a resurfaced pool with a new pool pump. The exterior boasts a fresh coat of paint, a timeless Spanish tile roof, and a charming brick and stucco façade. Enjoy the serenity of the outdoors with a fully covered wraparound patio, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or even future expansion. Inside, fresh upgrades continue with new luxury vinyl plank flooring, new paint, plush new carpet, and updated interior doors throughout. The home’s spacious layout features extra-large rooms, abundant natural light, interior laundry, and a cozy gas fireplace that adds warmth and character. The main floor flows seamlessly into a spacious primary bedroom suite, offering convenience and privacy rarely found in two-story homes. Upstairs, one of the secondary bedrooms includes a retreat—ideal for a private office, nursery, or optional fifth bedroom. Sliding glass doors connect the living space to the inviting covered patio, creating an effortless indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Additional highlights include thoughtfully placed exterior lighting and a front balcony with potential for extension, offering even more opportunity to personalize or expand your outdoor living. This exceptional home is set on a generously sized, private lot and benefits from low property taxes and no HOA—other than the highly desirable Lake Mission Viejo membership, offering access to boating, fishing, beaches, concerts, and more. Located in the heart of Mission Viejo, just moments from shopping centers, the lake, top-rated schools, and easy freeway access—this property is truly one of a kind. Don’t miss your chance to own a beautifully maintained home with modern amenities and classic California charm.
Property details for 26591 Montecito
This 4-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the Seville neighborhood of Mission Viejo in Orange County. It offers 2,350 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1971. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 811-053-18. Highlights include hill views, a private pool and spa, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, an 8,499-square-foot lot, and central air. 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
- $1,475,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 2,350 sqft
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 8,499 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1971
- MLS® Number
- OC25251279
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Estimated
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC25251279
- Year Built
- 1971
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,350
- Living Area Source
- Estimated
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 8,500
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1951
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Hills, Neighborhood
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Name
- n/a
- Parcel Number
- 81105318
- On Market Date
- 2025-11-01
- Listing Terms
- Trust
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Balcony, Ceiling Fans, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, In Law Floorplan, Partially Furnished, Storage, Main Level Primary
- Appliances
- Barbecue, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Flooring
- Carpet, Vinyl
- Heating
- Central, Fireplaces
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Gas, 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
- Doors
- Mirrored Closet Doors, Sliding Doors
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Barbecue, Lighting
- Roof
- Spanish Tile
- Construction
- Stucco
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Cul De Sac, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front
- Patio and Porch
- Covered, Front Porch
- Parking
- Door Multi, Direct Access, Garage, Oversized
- Fencing
- Good Condition
- Pool Features
- Gas Heat, In Ground, Private
- Spa
- In Ground, Private
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Private
- Utilities
- Sewer Connected
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 463
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Seville (SE)
- Community Features
- Biking, Hiking, Lake, Near National Forest, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Water Sports, Fishing
- Association Amenities
- Other
The record
Property History for 26591 Montecito
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 7, 2026 | Sold | $1,475,000 | |
| Nov 1, 2025 | Listed for sale | $1,550,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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The neighborhood
About Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo is a master-planned community in Orange County's Saddleback Valley, with roads following the valleys and homes across the hillsides around the man-made Lake Mission Viejo. Named for the historic Rancho Mission Viejo land grant, it weaves in the Oso Creek Trail and spans the Capistrano Unified and Saddleback Valley Unified school districts.
Seville home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 11
- Median price
- $1,304,000
- Median days on market
- 17
- Median per sq ft
- $810
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Sep 27, 2025 to Sep 27, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Seville sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26512 Mimosa | Aug 13, 2026 | $1,475,000 | 1,746 | $845 | 65 |
| 26511 Mimosa Lane | Aug 6, 2026 | $1,230,000 | 2,037 | $604 | 58 |
| 26461 Via Lara | Jul 24, 2026 | $1,249,000 | 1,542 | $810 | 5 |
| 26551 Via Conchita | Jul 10, 2026 | $1,310,000 | 2,037 | $643 | 47 |
| 26461 Via Lara | May 27, 2026 | $1,050,000 | 1,542 | $681 | 22 |
Schools
Schools for 26591 Montecito
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Glen Yermo
- Middle
- Los Alisos
- High
- Trabuco Hills
- District
- Saddleback Valley Unified
Living in Mission Viejo covers its schools, parks and beaches.
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Listed by Megan Herzing of HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty
Listing information updated Jan 7, 2026 at 4:05 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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