
Sold
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.

22241 Birchleaf, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
- 5 beds
- 5 baths
- 3,520 sq ft
- 5,998 sq ft lot
- Built 1988
Subdivision Lake Aire
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
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
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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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