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22241 Birchleaf sold on August 4, 2026 for $2,603,000, 3.6% below the $2,699,900 asking price after 76 days on the market; it was first listed at $2,780,000. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.

Single Family ResidenceSold

22241 Birchleaf, Mission Viejo, CA 92692

  • 5 beds
  • 5 baths
  • 3,520 sq ft
  • 5,998 sq ft lot
  • Built 1988
$2,603,000

MLS# OC26076749

The home

About 22241 Birchleaf

Located within the guard-gated Canyon Crest community, this designer residence blends LA design sensibility with the OC lifestyle, thoughtfully reimagined with approx $700K in permitted renovations. The home presents a cohesive design language where warm wood tones, curated stone, statement lighting, and clean architectural lines come together to create a calm, elevated living environment. Light, flow, and proportion are carefully considered, giving the home a sense of openness, balance, and quiet sophistication. Offering 5 beds and 4.5 baths, the layout is both functional and flexible, featuring a desirable main-level suite and an expansive upstairs bonus room ideal for a media room, lounge, gym, or multi-purpose use. Upon entry, soaring ceilings and large windows bring in abundant natural light, anchored by a designer fireplace, statement chandelier, skylight, and architectural staircase, creating a central space that feels both open and inviting. The dining area connects seamlessly to the backyard, supporting effortless indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. The kitchen serves as the heart of the home with a waterfall island, light-filled breakfast area, premium GE Café appliances, and custom cabinetry, complemented by a new washer and dryer, curated designer lighting, and optional furniture for a true move-in ready experience. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a private balcony, spacious walk-in closet, and a spa-style bath with dual vanities, soaking tub, walk-in shower, and a large picture window capturing sweeping views while maintaining privacy. The backyard features a pool, spa, and open outdoor space set against panoramic views, creating an ideal setting for entertaining, sunset gatherings, or quiet evenings, along with a 3-car garage for added functionality. Residents enjoy access to amenities including pools, tennis courts, fitness center, playgrounds, BBQ areas, and a clubhouse, with optional Lake Mission Viejo membership offering boating, swimming, fishing, and seasonal concerts. The home is served by strong public schools and nearby top private schools. Mission Viejo has also been selected as a pre-Games training site for multiple international teams ahead of the 2028 LA Olympics, supported by world-class facilities and the legacy of Nadadores, further elevating the city’s profile and reinforcing long-term value. This is where design, lifestyle and investment align—Opportunities like this don’t repeat, schedule your private showing today!

Property details for 22241 Birchleaf

This 5-bedroom, 5-bath single-family home sits in the Lake Aire neighborhood of Mission Viejo in Orange County. It offers 3,520 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1988. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 786-301-69. Highlights include panoramic views, a private pool, a fireplace, an attached three-car garage, a 5,998-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
$2,603,000
Days On Site
N/A
Bedrooms
5
Inside Area (SqFt)
3,520 sqft
Total Baths
5
Full Baths
4
Partial Baths
1
Lot Size
5,998 SqFt
Year Built
1988
MLS® Number
OC26076749
Status
Sold
Property Tax
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
$279 monthly
Sq Ft Source
Estimated

General Features

Property Type
Single Family Residence
MLS Number
OC26076749
Year Built
1988
Living Area (sq ft)
3,520
Living Area Source
Estimated
Lot Size (sq ft)
6,000
Lot Size (acres)
0.1377
Levels
Two
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
4
Half Baths
1
Garage Spaces
3
Parking Spaces
3
View
Panoramic
Private Pool
Yes
HOA Dues
$279
HOA Frequency
Monthly
HOA Name
Canyon Estates Community Association
Parcel Number
78630169
On Market Date
2026-04-16
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Interior Features
Breakfast Area, Separate Formal Dining Room, Bedroom On Main Level, Jack And Jill Bath, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Laundry
Laundry Room
Main Level Bedrooms
1
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Entry Level
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls

Exterior Features

Lot Features
Zero To One Unit Acre
Pool Features
Private, Association
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Utilities
Sewer Connected
Units
1

Community Features

Subdivision
Lake Aire (LKA)
Community Features
Curbs, Park
Association Amenities
Boat House, Clubhouse, Controlled Access, Sport Court, Fitness Center, Meeting Room, Barbecue, Playground, Pool, Sauna, Spa Hot Tub, Security, Tennis Courts

The record

Property History for 22241 Birchleaf

DateEventPriceNote
Aug 4, 2026 Sold $2,603,000
Apr 16, 2026 Listed for sale $2,780,000
Jul 17, 2025 Sold $1,650,000 Brick & Co Real Estate

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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.

Recent Mission Viejo sales

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Schools

Schools for 22241 Birchleaf

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

Elementary
Castille
Middle
Newhart
High
Capistrano Valley
District
Capistrano Unified

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Listed by Yan Meredith of Pinnacle Real Estate Group

Listing information updated Aug 4, 2026 at 2:43 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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