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8 Palomino sold on July 21, 2026 for $5,875,000, 2.1% below the $5,999,000 asking price after 78 days on the market; it was first listed at $6,485,000. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.

Single Family ResidenceSold

8 Palomino, Coto de Caza, CA 92679

  • 7 beds
  • 7 baths
  • 7,090 sq ft
  • 1.20-acre lot
  • Built 1993
$5,875,000

MLS# OC26072232

Subdivision Woods

7 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $5,380,000

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The home

About 8 Palomino

Welcome to 8 Palomino, a custom estate rich in architectural detail located in the prestigious guard gated community of Coto de Caza, within the highly sought-after Woods neighborhood. Set on nearly 1.2 acres, it offers approx 7,100 sqft of thoughtfully designed living space, with 7 beds/6.5 baths, & stunning views of the Saddleback Mountains. A private gated driveway sets the tone for this exceptional property. The main level showcases wide-plank white oak flooring & an expansive great room designed for both everyday living & entertaining. The kitchen is a chef’s dream boasting an oversized island with exquisite quartz countertops & stainless steel high end appliances (including a 46” Sub-Zero refrigerator & freezer and Wolf cooktop, double ovens, & warming drawer), walk-in pantry, prep sink with vegetable sprayer, coffee bar, and dual beverage drawers. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the breakfast nook and family room, highlighted by soaring ceilings, designer lighting, a fireplace, and an abundance of windows and doors that fill the space with natural light and open to the backyard. Additional main-level features include a formal dining room with coffered ceilings, a living room with fireplace and statement bar, a private office, oversized laundry room, a movie room / den, and two staircases for convenience. Two bedrooms with their own dedicated bathrooms are also conveniently located on the first floor. Designer touches and custom finishes are found throughout from the lighting to the powder room and bar area wrapped in Versace wallpaper. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a private retreat with its own balcony, fireplace, and sweeping views. The elegant spa-inspired primary bath features marble floors, oversized shower with marble surround, a freestanding soaking tub, and a stunning custom walk-in closet with center island. Completing the upstairs are 4 additional large bedrooms and 3 beautifully appointed bathrooms, along with a lounge area and two balconies. The resort-style backyard features a pool, spa, four fountains, two fire features, multiple seating areas, and a fully equipped outdoor kitchen and covered room complete with smoker, BBQ, and ample counter space. The lower level of the property offers a large, flat pad—ready to be customized to suit your vision. The ideal blend of privacy, luxury, functionality, and design, 8 Palomino is a rare offering in one of Orange County’s most exclusive communities.

Property details for 8 Palomino

This 7-bedroom, 7-bath single-family home sits in the Woods neighborhood of Coto de Caza in Orange County. It offers 7,090 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1993. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 788-031-08. Highlights include hill and mountain views, a private pool and spa, a fireplace, a guard-gated community, an attached three-car garage, and a 1.2-acre lot. 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
$5,875,000
Days On Site
N/A
Bedrooms
7
Inside Area (SqFt)
7,090 sqft
Total Baths
7
Full Baths
6
Partial Baths
1
Lot Size
1.2 Acres
Year Built
1993
MLS® Number
OC26072232
Status
Sold
Property Tax
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
$385 monthly
Sq Ft Source
Assessor

General Features

Property Type
Single Family Residence
MLS Number
OC26072232
Year Built
1993
Living Area (sq ft)
7,090
Living Area Source
Assessor
Lot Size (sq ft)
52,272
Lot Size (acres)
1.2
Levels
Two
Bedrooms
7
Full Baths
6
Half Baths
1
Garage Spaces
3
Parking Spaces
9
View
Hills, Mountains, Neighborhood, Trees Woods
Private Pool
Yes
HOA Dues
$385
HOA Frequency
Monthly
HOA Name
CZ Master Association
Parcel Number
78803108
On Market Date
2026-04-07
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Interior Features
Built In Features, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Cathedral Ceilings, Coffered Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Multiple Staircases, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Two Story Ceilings, Bar, Bedroom On Main Level, Entrance Foyer, Primary Suite, Walk In Pantry, Walk In Closets
Appliances
Six Burner Stove, Barbecue, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Warming Drawer
Flooring
Stone, Tile, Wood
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Laundry
Inside, Laundry Room
Main Level Bedrooms
2
Main Level Bathrooms
3
Entry Level
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
Barbecue, Lighting
Lot Features
Lot Over40000 Sqft, Near Park, Yard
Parking
Door Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Gated, Private, Storage
Pool Features
Heated, In Ground, Pebble, Private, Waterfall
Spa
Heated, Private
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Utilities
Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Condition
Updated Remodeled
Units
1

Community Features

Subdivision
Woods (WDS)
Community Features
Biking, Hiking, Horse Trails, Gated, Park
Association Amenities
Call For Rules, Controlled Access, Sport Court, Horse Trails, Picnic Area, Playground, Guard, Security, Trails
Security
Gated With Guard, Gated Community, Gated With Attendant, Twenty Four Hour Security, Security Guard

The record

Property History for 8 Palomino

DateEventPriceNote
Jul 21, 2026 Sold $5,875,000
Apr 7, 2026 Listed for sale $6,485,000
Dec 15, 2021 Sold $3,199,000 Coldwell Banker Realty
Feb 14, 2018 Sold $2,500,000 Regency Real Estate Brokers

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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.

Woods home sales, past 12 months

Homes sold
7
Median price
$5,380,000
Median days on market
35
Median per sq ft
$720

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 Woods sales

AddressClosedPriceSq ftPer sq ftDays on market
8 Palomino Jul 21, 2026 $5,875,000 7,090 $829 78
22 Palomino Jun 30, 2026 $5,380,000 7,407 $726 0
26 Palomino Jun 29, 2026 $6,334,900 8,936 $709 15
1 Shire Jan 21, 2026 $2,925,000 5,838 $501 30
4 Arabian Jan 15, 2026 $4,700,000 6,532 $720 118

Schools

Schools for 8 Palomino

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

Elementary
Tijeras Creek
Middle
Las Flores
High
Tesoro
District
Capistrano Unified

Living in Coto de Caza covers its schools, parks and beaches.

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Listed by Kim Karney of Douglas Elliman of California

Listing information updated Jul 22, 2026 at 11:25 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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