
Sold
12 Thornapple sold on May 26, 2026 for $2,201,785, 2.1% below the $2,250,000 asking price after 6 days on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.

12 Thornapple, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
- Beds
- 5
- Baths
- 3
- Sq Ft
- 3,148
- Per Sq Ft
- $699
- Sq Ft Lot
- 8,398
- Built
- 1986
- HOA/mo
- $122
- Garage
- 3-car
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Subdivision Palisades
11 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $2,201,785
About 12 Thornapple
Situated on an oversized corner lot with ample room for a pool and endless possibilities to create a resort-style outdoor retreat, this beautifully refreshed 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offers the ideal blend of comfort, style, and location. Thoughtfully designed for flexible living, one bedroom and one full bathroom are conveniently located on the main level, while the upstairs 5th bedroom can also function as a spacious bonus room, home office, or media space. Step inside to discover a freshly re-painted interior, brand-new luxury vinyl flooring with upgraded baseboards, new carpet, and a light-filled atmosphere throughout. The functional floorplan offers spacious living and dining areas, while the open-concept family room and kitchen create an easy, comfortable flow for everyday living and entertainment. The refreshed kitchen features brand-new quartz countertops, a new sink and faucet, new garbage disposal, brand-new appliances including refrigerator, and a center island offering added prep space and casual seating. Beyond the cosmetic updates, this home has received important system upgrades, including PEX re-piping (2019), a newly installed air conditioning unit with new ducting (2026), and re-roof completed (2024), —offering peace of mind and long-term value. Upstairs, the primary suite serves as a private retreat featuring a generous walk-in closet and a beautifully remodeled primary bath complete with a newly upgraded glass-enclosed walk-in shower, quartz countertops, and new plumbing fixtures. Secondary bathrooms have also been tastefully refreshed with new quartz countertops and updated plumbing fixtures, while new door hardware on all privacy doors adds a polished finishing touch throughout the home. The expansive corner lot provides exceptional outdoor potential—whether envisioning a sparkling pool, outdoor kitchen, garden, or additional entertaining spaces. Ideally located near scenic hiking and biking trails and just minutes from shopping, dining, Salt Creek Beach, and the revitalized Dana Point Harbor, this home offers the best of coastal-close Southern California living.
Property details for 12 Thornapple
This 5-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Palisades neighborhood of Laguna Niguel in Orange County. It offers 3,148 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1986. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 649-411-11. Highlights include a fireplace, an attached three-car garage, an 8,398-square-foot lot, central air, and Mediterranean architecture. The detail sections on this page cover interior and exterior features, estimated taxes, HOA dues where they apply, and the map location.
Home Details
- Price
- $2,201,785
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 3,148 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 3
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 8,398 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1986
- MLS® Number
- OC26087533
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $122 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26087533
- Year Built
- 1986
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 3,148
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 8,400
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1928
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full Baths
- 3
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Parking Spaces
- 5
- View
- Trees Woods
- HOA Dues
- $122
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Laguna Heights Palisades
- Parcel Number
- 64941111
- On Market Date
- 2026-04-26
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Bedroom On Main Level, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Flooring
- Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Gas
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Blinds
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Mediterranean, Spanish
- Exterior Features
- Lighting
- Roof
- Tile
- Construction
- Stucco
- Lot Features
- Corner Lot, Cul De Sac, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinkler System, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Concrete, Patio
- Parking
- Concrete, Door Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Fencing
- Stucco Wall
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Palisades (LHP)
- Community Features
- Biking, Hiking, Sidewalks
- Association Amenities
- Trails
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
Property History for 12 Thornapple
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 26, 2026 | Sold | $2,201,785 | |
| Apr 26, 2026 | Listed for sale | $2,250,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
About Laguna Niguel
Set in the San Joaquin Hills between Laguna Beach and Dana Point, Laguna Niguel began in 1959 as one of California's first master-planned communities, laid out along Crown Valley Parkway. The city is served by the Capistrano Unified School District and contains Laguna Niguel Regional Park and its lake.
Palisades home sales, past 12 months
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Sep 19, 2025 to Sep 19, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Palisades sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Sand Pointe | Aug 26, 2026 | $3,145,000 | 3,148 | $999 | 2 |
| 19 Malibu | Jul 2, 2026 | $2,800,000 | 3,240 | $864 | 9 |
| 35 Malibu | Jun 30, 2026 | $2,250,000 | 2,629 | $856 | 0 |
| 3 Capri | May 26, 2026 | $2,550,000 | 2,604 | $979 | 16 |
| 12 Thornapple | May 26, 2026 | $2,201,785 | 3,148 | $699 | 6 |
Schools for 12 Thornapple
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- George White
- Middle
- Niguel Hills
- High
- Dana Hills
- District
- Capistrano Unified
Living in Laguna Niguel covers its schools, parks and beaches.
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