
Sold
53 Dartmouth sold on June 1, 2026 for $1,480,000, 1.7% below the $1,505,000 asking price after 11 days on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.

53 Dartmouth, Coto de Caza, CA 92679
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,867 sq ft
- 4,709 sq ft lot
- Built 2000
The home
About 53 Dartmouth
Rarely on the market, this Montecito beautifully maintained single-story home is tucked away on a cul-de-sac in the highly desirable community of Coto de Caza. This turnkey residence features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths blending comfort, style, and an easy indoor-outdoor living. A charming, enclosed courtyard with paver hardscape creates a warm and inviting entry, perfect for morning coffee or relaxing afternoons. Inside, you are welcomed by an open, airy layout with high ceilings and luxury laminate wood-style flooring that flows throughout the main living spaces. The living room and dining room are filled with natural light from multiple windows, along with a sliding glass door providing access to the backyard. The kitchen features quartz countertops, a Viking 6 burner range top, double ovens, a wine refrigerator, farm style sink, separate coffee bar location, and a large pantry.
The long countertop is idea for casual dining and entertaining while seamlessly connecting to the family room which has built-in bookcases and a warm fireplace.
Step outside from both spaces to a wraparound yard, complete with 3 retractable awnings, and low maintenance landscaping offer multiple spots to relax and enjoy the sunny Coto Lifestyle with no rear neighbors. The primary suite is thoughtfully situated on one side of the home, with its own sliding door to the backyard, creating a peaceful retreat. The 2 secondary bedrooms are located on the opposite side, perfectly positioned for privacy. Both bathrooms have been tastefully updated, enhancing the home’s move-in ready appeal. The attached 2 car garage features lofty ceilings, windows for light and the added convenience of direct access to both the home and backyard.
Located within the prestigious guard-gated community of Coto de Caza, residents enjoy access to parks, scenic hiking, biking, and equestrian trails, along with the option to join the renowned Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club. Ideally situated near Ladera Ranch, RSM, the 241 Toll Road, top-rated schools, restaurants, and shopping.
Property details for 53 Dartmouth
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in Coto de Caza in Orange County. It offers 1,867 square feet of living space. The home was built in 2000. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 755-051-26. Highlights include a fireplace, single-story living, a guard-gated community, an attached two-car garage, a 4,709-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
- $1,480,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,867 sqft
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 4,709 SqFt
- Year Built
- 2000
- MLS® Number
- OC26092554
- 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
- OC26092554
- Year Built
- 2000
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,867
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 4,711
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1081
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Trees Woods
- HOA Dues
- $385
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- CZ Management
- Parcel Number
- 75505126
- On Market Date
- 2026-04-30
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Built In Range, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Carpet, Laminate
- Heating
- Central, Fireplaces
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Screens
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Contemporary, Spanish
- Exterior Features
- Awnings, Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Spanish Tile
- Construction
- Stucco
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Cul De Sac, Near Park, Sprinkler System, Zero Lot Line
- Patio and Porch
- Concrete
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage
- Fencing
- Stucco Wall
- Pool Features
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Foothills, Golf, Gutters, Hiking, Horse Trails, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Gated, Park
- Association Amenities
- Horse Trails, Guard, Security, Trails
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Gated Community, Gated With Attendant, Twenty Four Hour Security, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 53 Dartmouth
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 1, 2026 | Sold | $1,480,000 | |
| Apr 30, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,505,000 | |
| Aug 9, 2024 | Sold | $1,450,000 | Coldwell Banker Realty |
| Feb 29, 2016 | Sold | $785,000 | RE/MAX Evolution |
| Aug 15, 2014 | Sold | $630,000 | Coto de Caza Real Estate |
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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.
Coto de Caza home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 144
- Median price
- $2,343,750
- Median days on market
- 28
- Median per sq ft
- $650
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 Coto de Caza sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Coastal Oak | Sep 21, 2026 | $1,675,000 | 2,698 | $621 | 22 |
| 5 Rocky Mountain | Sep 17, 2026 | $3,310,000 | 5,317 | $623 | 25 |
| 14 Marchin | Sep 11, 2026 | $2,600,000 | 3,900 | $667 | 89 |
| 6 Coffeeberry Court | Sep 11, 2026 | $1,592,000 | 2,827 | $563 | 30 |
| 25 DARTMOUTH LN | Aug 31, 2026 | $1,590,000 | 2,639 | $603 | 23 |
Schools
Schools for 53 Dartmouth
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Wagon Wheel
- 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 Rita McCook of Bullock Russell RE Services
Listing information updated Jun 1, 2026 at 3:35 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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