$1,199,900
3Beds3Baths2,045SqFt
21488 MiramarMission Viejo, CA 92692Palmia - Terraces
Sold
26491 Montecito sold on April 24, 2026 for $1,225,000, 2.1% above the $1,199,900 asking price after 3 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.
26491 Montecito, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
- 4 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,798 sq ft
- 8,250 sq ft lot
- Built 1971
$1,225,000
The home
About 26491 Montecito
Experience the perfect blend of space and serenity in this nearly 1,800-square-foot single-level home, offered for the first time by its original owner. This meticulously maintained residence features 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, including a 4th bedroom currently serving as a versatile flex room. The interior boasts a fresh coat of paint, energy-efficient double-paned windows, and the modern convenience of a tankless water heater. Designed for accessibility and flow, the floor plan features no interior steps and is outfitted with ceiling fans throughout for year-round comfort. The expansive primary suite is a true highlight, offering a spacious walk-in closet, a walk-in shower, and a large retreat area that could easily be converted into an additional bedroom. Situated on a generous 8,250-square-foot lot, the outdoor living space is second to none with lush landscaping, a private side patio, and a backyard featuring a covered patio area perfect for entertaining. For the ultimate escape, enjoy the luxury of your own private in-ground hot tub. This rare Mission Viejo opportunity combines pride of ownership with a layout designed for longevity. While currently enjoying no HOA, the lucky buyer has the unique opportunity to join the Lake Mission Viejo Association to enjoy exclusive access to private beaches, seasonal concerts, and year-round boating and fishing. Plus, this home is zoned for the award-winning schools of Saddleback Valley Unified School District.
Property details for 26491 Montecito
This 4-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in Mission Viejo in Orange County. It offers 1,798 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1971. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 811-065-06. Highlights include a private spa, a fireplace, single-story living, an attached two-car garage, an 8,250-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
- $1,225,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,798 sqft
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 8,250 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1971
- MLS® Number
- OC26060718
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $32 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26060718
- Year Built
- 1971
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,798
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 8,250
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1894
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- View
- Park Greenbelt
- HOA Dues
- $32
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- *OPTIONAL* Lake Mission Viejo
- Parcel Number
- 81106506
- On Market Date
- 2026-04-03
- Listing Terms
- Standard, Trust
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Ceiling Fans, Eat In Kitchen, Recessed Lighting, Solid Surface Counters, Unfurnished, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Water Purifier
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Fireplaces, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
- Fireplace
- Gas, Living Room
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 4
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows, Skylights
- Doors
- French Doors, Sliding Doors
- Accessibility
- No Stairs
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Contemporary
- Exterior Features
- Rain Gutters
- Construction
- Stucco
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinkler System, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Concrete, Covered, Patio, Wood
- Parking
- Concrete, Door Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Garage Faces Front, Garage
- Fencing
- Block
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- Heated, In Ground, Private
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Termite Clearance
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Community Features
- Curbs, Gutters, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
- Association Amenities
- Other Courts, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground
- Security
- Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 26491 Montecito
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 24, 2026 | Sold | $1,225,000 | |
| Apr 3, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,199,900 |
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.
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 26, 2025 to Sep 26, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
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Schools
Schools for 26491 Montecito
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Glen Yermo
- Middle
- Los Alisos
- High
- Trabucco Hills
- District
- Saddleback Valley Unified
Living in Mission Viejo covers its schools, parks and beaches.
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Listed by Leslie Swan of HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty
Listing information updated Apr 26, 2026 at 4:21 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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