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31226 Belford Drive sold on February 27, 2026 for $1,650,000, 2.9% below the $1,700,000 asking price after 11 days on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.

Single Family ResidenceSold

31226 Belford Drive, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

  • 3 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 2,851 sq ft
  • 10,498 sq ft lot
  • Built 1981
$1,650,000

MLS# OC25257990

This home has a newer listing: MLS OC26118177 (Active).

The home

About 31226 Belford Drive

Belford Terrace area • 0.4 mi to St. Margaret’s Episcopal School • Owned solar • Cathedral ceilings • Skylights • Major primary bath remodel • Large office/Den • Synthetic turf yards • Three-car garage

Set on a 10,500 sq ft lot in the Belford Terrace area of San Juan Capistrano, 31226 Belford Dr. offers 2,851 sq ft of thoughtfully upgraded living space with a focus on light, scale, and long-term efficiency. Cathedral ceilings, skylights, crown molding, recessed lighting, and double-pane windows create a bright interior, while two marble fireplaces provide architectural anchors in the living and family rooms.

The expansive downstairs office delivers privacy and flexibility, making it suitable for a variety of uses. The kitchen is outfitted with extensive cabinetry featuring pull-out drawers, Pergo flooring, a Bosch dishwasher, Jenn-Air microwave, oven and stove and generous storage. Plantation shutters, custom blinds, and ceiling fans are integrated throughout the home.

Den could be converted back to a fourth bedroom suite... and an added plus it is downstairs. Perfect for a parent or grandparent.

The primary suite is designed for comfort and scale, featuring vaulted ceilings, a reading area, enjoy the privacy and comport on the balcony, walk-in closet, and a spacious four-fixture bath with a separate tub and shower. A major primary bath remodel and extended den remodel enhance both function and layout. Additional skylights in the primary bath further elevate natural light.

Recent and notable upgrades include an owned solar system, relined interior plumbing with fiberglass-coated pipes, a brand new hot water heater installed September 2025, a Southland security system, and an updated concrete driveway. Stonework enhances the front yard, adding curb appeal and durability.

Outdoor spaces are designed for easy maintenance, with synthetic turf in both the front and rear yards and a drip irrigation system. The rear patio is offered fully furnished. A three-car garage provides additional functionality with a workbench, utility sink, and extra storage.

Conveniently located approximately 0.4 miles from St. Margaret’s Episcopal School, close to additional public and private schools, shopping, dining, parks, and recreation, and approximately 0.5 miles to freeway access. No HOA and no Mello-Roos.

Property details for 31226 Belford Drive

This 3-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Belford Terrace neighborhood of San Juan Capistrano in Orange County. It offers 2,851 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1981. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 650-192-06. Highlights include a fireplace, an attached three-car garage, a 10,498-square-foot lot, central air, and contemporary 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
$1,650,000
Days On Site
N/A
Bedrooms
3
Inside Area (SqFt)
2,851 sqft
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
2
Partial Baths
1
Lot Size
10,498 SqFt
Year Built
1981
MLS® Number
OC25257990
Status
Sold
Property Tax
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
N/A
Sq Ft Source
Assessor

General Features

Property Type
Single Family Residence
MLS Number
OC25257990
Year Built
1981
Living Area (sq ft)
2,851
Living Area Source
Assessor
Lot Size (sq ft)
10,500
Lot Size (acres)
0.241
Levels
Two
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Garage Spaces
3
Parking Spaces
3
View
None
Parcel Number
65019206
On Market Date
2026-01-14
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Interior Features
Beamed Ceilings, Block Walls, Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, Cathedral Ceilings, Eat In Kitchen, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, All Bedrooms Up
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer
Flooring
Carpet
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Gas, Living Room, Raised Hearth
Laundry
Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Entry Level
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls
Windows
Blinds, Custom Coverings, Screens
Doors
Panel Doors, Sliding Doors

Exterior Features

Architectural Style
Contemporary
Foundation
Slab
Lot Features
Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Near Public Transit
Patio and Porch
Concrete, Deck
Parking
Concrete, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, On Site, Private, On Street
Pool Features
None
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Utilities
Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Faces
South
Units
1

Community Features

Subdivision
Belford Terrace (BT)
Community Features
Biking, Curbs, Golf, Gutters, Hiking
Security
Security Lights

The record

Property History for 31226 Belford Drive

DateEventPriceNote
Feb 27, 2026 Sold $1,650,000
Jan 14, 2026 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 26, 2025 to Sep 26, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.

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Schools

Schools for 31226 Belford Drive

As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.

Elementary
Ambuehl
Middle
Marco Forester
High
San Juan Hills
District
Capistrano Unified

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Listed by David Kline Lovett of Next Home First Choice Realty

Listing information updated Feb 27, 2026 at 10:36 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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