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26441 El Mar sold on January 21, 2026 for $2,040,000, 2.1% above the $1,999,000 asking price after 2 days on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.

Single Family ResidenceSold

26441 El Mar, Mission Viejo, CA 92691

  • 5 beds
  • 5 baths
  • 3,227 sq ft
  • 10,032 sq ft lot
  • Built 1969
$2,040,000

MLS# OC25282389

The home

About 26441 El Mar

This home lives like a private resort, starting with an incredible backyard designed for year round enjoyment and entertaining. The saltwater pool features a water slide, grotto, swim up table, sun shelf, rope swing and waterfall. A 12 person spa, fire pit, and putting green complete the space, all set against golf course surroundings and beautiful sunset views. Inside, the home has been completely upgraded from top to bottom and features luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the main living areas with carpet in the bedrooms. A welcoming front courtyard with arched doors opens to a bright two story entry and sweeping wrought iron staircase. The living room features a coffered ceiling and fireplace, while the spacious kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining with a 5 burner Verona gas range, additional oven and microwave, large island, and separate breakfast counter. A full bathroom on the main level adds convenience for guests. Upstairs, the primary suite is a relaxing retreat with a walk-in closet with built-ins, coffered ceiling, crown molding, and private veranda access, ideal for enjoying sunset and golf course views. The ensuite bath includes dual vanities, a jetted tub, and a walk-in shower with rain showerheads and body jets. Also upstairs are four additional spacious bedrooms, including one with a private ensuite bathroom. Two of the secondary bedrooms are located at the back of the home and share veranda access with the primary suite. An upstairs laundry room and two additional secondary bathrooms serve the remaining bedrooms. The three car garage offers even more flexibility with a second laundry hookup area and EV charging outlets, adding convenience and modern functionality. The location is unbeatable! Just a short stroll from Granada Park as well as Sierra Recreation Center with membership options for the pool, spa, water slide, fitness center, and more. Enjoy Lake Mission Viejo, where you can swim, BBQ, fish, or rent boats and paddleboards. Conveniently situated near Mission Viejo Country Club, shopping, dining, the 5 Freeway and both 73 and 241 toll roads, this home is also just a 10–15 minute drive from world-class destinations like Laguna Beach, Dana Point Harbor, and more! Inquire for more information about MULTIPLE SCHOOL OPTIONS unique to this neighborhood! Welcome Home!

Property details for 26441 El Mar

This 5-bedroom, 5-bath single-family home sits in Mission Viejo in Orange County. It offers 3,227 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1969. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 761-012-13. Highlights include panoramic and city lights views, a private pool and spa, a fireplace, an attached three-car garage, a 10,032-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
$2,040,000
Days On Site
N/A
Bedrooms
5
Inside Area (SqFt)
3,227 sqft
Total Baths
5
Full Baths
5
Partial Baths
N/A
Lot Size
10,032 SqFt
Year Built
1969
MLS® Number
OC25282389
Status
Sold
Property Tax
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
$30 monthly
Sq Ft Source
Assessor

General Features

Property Type
Single Family Residence
MLS Number
OC25282389
Year Built
1969
Living Area (sq ft)
3,227
Living Area Source
Assessor
Lot Size (sq ft)
10,030
Lot Size (acres)
0.2303
Levels
Two
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
5
Garage Spaces
3
Parking Spaces
7
View
City Lights, Golf Course, Hills, Panoramic, Pool
Private Pool
Yes
HOA Dues
$30
HOA Frequency
Monthly
HOA Name
Lake Mission Viejo
Parcel Number
76101213
On Market Date
2026-01-08
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Interior Features
Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Up, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
Appliances
Double Oven, Dishwasher, Free Standing Range, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Family Room, Living Room
Laundry
Washer Hookup, Inside, In Garage, Laundry Room
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Entry Level
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls
Windows
Double Pane Windows
Accessibility
Safe Emergency Egress From Home

Exterior Features

Construction
Stucco
Foundation
Slab
Lot Features
Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Landscaped, Near Park, Rectangular Lot, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System, Yard
Patio and Porch
Concrete, Patio, Porch
Parking
Door Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Pool Features
In Ground, Private
Spa
In Ground, Private
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Utilities
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Condition
Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
Faces
Northwest
Units
1

Community Features

Community Features
Curbs, Gutters, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Park
Association Amenities
Meeting Room, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Recreation Room

The record

Property History for 26441 El Mar

DateEventPriceNote
Jan 21, 2026 Sold $2,040,000
Jan 8, 2026 Listed for sale $1,999,000
Mar 27, 2019 Sold $1,285,000 Regency Real Estate Brokers
Jul 12, 2013 Sold $800,000 PRUDENTIAL CALIFORNIA REALTY

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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.

Mission Viejo home sales, past 12 months

Homes sold
735
Median price
$1,333,333
Median days on market
15
Median per sq ft
$673

Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Sep 27, 2025 to Sep 27, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.

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Schools

Schools for 26441 El Mar

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

Elementary
Bathgate
Middle
Fred Newhart
High
Capistrano Valley
District
Capistrano Unified

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Listed by Amy Balsz of First Team Real Estate

Listing information updated Jan 27, 2026 at 11:39 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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