$15,000,000
6Beds8Baths15,000SqFt
22442 Via PajaroCoto de Caza, CA 92679Los Ranchos Estates
24331 Coto de Caza Drive, Coto de Caza, CA 92679
- 12 beds
- 20 baths
- 47,044 sq ft
- 73.70-acre lot
- Built 1986
$52,000,000
Subdivision Orange
The home
About 24331 Coto de Caza Drive
The Lyon Estate is a once-in-a-generation compound spanning within Orange County's prestigious, private and gated community of Coto de Caza. Built in 1986 by US Air Force Reserve Commander and real estate magnate Major General William Lyon and his wife Willa Dean Lyon, this stately 21,000 sqft Georgian. The estate has welcomed many distinguished guests, including President Ronald Reagan and First Lady Nancy Reagan. This property commands breathtaking mountain views, balancing romantic, classical architecture with coastal California splendor. The Lyon Estate’s 3 level main residence encompasses 8 bedrooms, 11 baths and boasts meticulous design details at every turn, from its coffered wood ceilings and intricate crown moldings, to its ornate light fixtures, and walls of windows that frame gorgeous views of the grounds and views beyond. The long list of world-class features and amenities includes a private helipad, comprehensive equestrian facilities with a 10 stall barn and riding arena, a championship tennis court, a brick-clad lower-level wine cellar, and a playhouse outfitted with electricity and a TV. Three additional onsite guest houses provide ample space for hosting. One includes 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and a full kitchen, while the other 2 offer a single bedroom and a kitchenette. Manicured grounds present enchanting Italian villa-like gardens and seating areas alongside a resort-style pool, spa and a standalone pool house, which is complete with a dry sauna and dual bathrooms, each featuring changing rooms. A remarkable 23,679 sqft car museum comfortably accommodates 70 vehicles with a professional auto shop, recessed lift turntable, and wash station. Additional onsite amenities include two lakes used for irrigation, a scenic pond, a greenhouse, and comprising 4,500 Valencia and Navel Orange trees orchards, which took root more than 30 years ago. The Lyon Estate presents dual, equally exciting opportunities: Experience privacy and serenity with convenient access to Coto de Caza's members-only amenities and 2 golf courses, while enjoying proximity to Laguna Beach, Newport Coast, and the best of Orange County coastal living amidst exceptionally curated beauty and turn the page in a storied legacy. The Lyon Estate awaits its next chapter—and it's yours to write.
Property details for 24331 Coto de Caza Drive
This 12-bedroom, 20-bath single-family home sits in the Orange neighborhood of Coto de Caza in Orange County. It offers 47,044 square feet of living space and is listed at $52,000,000, about $1,105 per square foot. The home was built in 1986. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 788-011-04. Highlights include hill and valley views, a private pool and a spa, a fireplace, a gated community, a 73.7-acre 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
- $52,000,000
- Days On Site
- 244 Days
- Bedrooms
- 12
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 47,044 sqft
- Total Baths
- 20
- Full Baths
- 15
- Partial Baths
- 5
- Lot Size
- 73.7 Acres
- Year Built
- 1986
- MLS® Number
- OC26022126
- Status
- Active
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $353 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26022126
- Year Built
- 1986
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 47,044
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 3,210,372
- Lot Size (acres)
- 73.7
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Bedrooms
- 12
- Full Baths
- 15
- Half Baths
- 5
- Garage Spaces
- 75
- Parking Spaces
- 75
- View
- Hills, Valley, Trees Woods
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $353
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- CZ Master Association
- Parcel Number
- 78801104
- On Market Date
- 2026-02-02
- Listing Terms
- Standard, Trust
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Area, Crown Molding, Coffered Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Dumbwaiter, Elevator, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Bar, Dressing Area, Entrance Foyer, Primary Suite, Wine Cellar, Workshop
- Appliances
- Barbecue, Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Carpet, Stone, Wood
- Heating
- Central, Fireplaces
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Dining Room, Gas, Great Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Outside
- Laundry
- Laundry Chute, Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 5
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Bay Windows, Stained Glass
- Rooms
- Den, Guest Quarters, Bathroom, Dining Room, Foyer, Primary Bedroom, Laundry, Sauna, Office, Workshop, Entry Foyer
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Colonial, Georgian, Traditional
- Exterior Features
- Barbecue
- Roof
- Slate
- Lot Features
- Garden, Horse Property, Lot Over40000 Sqft, Landscaped, Pasture
- Patio and Porch
- Brick, Covered, Open, Patio
- Parking
- Circular Driveway, Direct Access, Garage, Oversized, See Remarks, Workshop In Garage
- Fencing
- Wrought Iron
- Pool Features
- Diving Board, In Ground, Private, Waterfall
- Spa
- Heated, In Ground
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Water Connected
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Orange
- Community Features
- Horse Trails, Gated
- Association Amenities
- Horse Trails, Trails
- Security
- Security Gate, Gated Community
The record
Property History for 24331 Coto de Caza Drive
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2, 2026 | Relisted | $59,000,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.03% · 30-yr fixed$
$391,092/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $5,200,000 down
Principal & interest$312,305
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$19,500
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$43,767
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$15,167
HOA from listing$353
$336,891/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $10,400,000 down
Principal & interest$277,604
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$43,767
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$15,167
HOA from listing$353
$302,191/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $15,600,000 down
Principal & interest$242,904
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$43,767
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$15,167
HOA from listing$353
Estimated carrying cost
$59,287/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$43,767
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$15,167
HOA from listing$353
Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.03% (week of Sep 24, 2026); your rate will differ. A loan this size is typically a jumbo loan, which prices differently. Tax and insurance are modelled, not billed amounts; tax uses a typical Coto de Caza rate, excluding Mello-Roos. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.
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The neighborhood
About Coto de Caza
Coto de Caza is a guard-gated community set in Wagon Wheel Canyon in southeast Orange County, its Spanish name meaning hunting reserve, with a 36-hole golf course, equestrian trails, and tennis facilities. Thomas F. Riley Wilderness Park borders the community, and homes here fall within the Capistrano Unified School District.
Coto de Caza home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 144
- Median price
- $2,343,750
- Median days on market
- 28
- Median per sq ft
- $650
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Sep 27, 2025 to Sep 27, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent Coto de Caza sales
At $1,105 per square foot, this home's asking price is 70% above the Coto de Caza median of $650 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Coto de Caza sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Coastal Oak | Sep 21, 2026 | $1,675,000 | 2,698 | $621 | 22 |
| 5 Rocky Mountain | Sep 17, 2026 | $3,310,000 | 5,317 | $623 | 25 |
| 14 Marchin | Sep 11, 2026 | $2,600,000 | 3,900 | $667 | 89 |
| 6 Coffeeberry Court | Sep 11, 2026 | $1,592,000 | 2,827 | $563 | 30 |
| 25 DARTMOUTH LN | Aug 31, 2026 | $1,590,000 | 2,639 | $603 | 23 |
Schools
School District for 24331 Coto de Caza Drive
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Capistrano Unified.
Living in Coto de Caza covers its schools, parks and beaches.
Location
Location
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Listed by Joshua Altman of Douglas Elliman of California
Listing information updated Sep 16, 2026 at 10:13 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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