$1,549,000
3Beds3Baths2,013SqFt
27241 MariscalMission Viejo, CA 92691La Paz (Central)
Sold
24636 Ladera Drive sold on June 29, 2026 for $1,640,000, 2.5% above the $1,599,900 asking price after 20 days on the market. The details are below for reference.
24636 Ladera Drive, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
- 5 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,874 sq ft
- 8,712 sq ft lot
- Built 1968
$1,640,000
Subdivision La Paz (Central)
29 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $1,485,899
The home
About 24636 Ladera Drive
Welcome to this beautifully upgraded 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home in the heart of Mission Viejo, offering approximately 2,874 square feet of living space on an expansive 8,700 square foot lot. Ideally located within walking distance to highly sought-after De Portola Elementary School, rated 10/10 and ranked in the top 10% of public schools, this home combines an exceptional location with an unbeatable lifestyle. Step inside to a thoughtfully renovated interior featuring fresh paint throughout, new luxury vinyl plank flooring and baseboards, and abundant recessed lighting that creates a bright, modern feel. Large windows throughout bring in natural light, enhancing the open and inviting atmosphere. The spacious layout offers multiple living areas, ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The updated kitchen features new appliances including a range, microwave, dishwasher, upgraded sink and faucet, complemented by generous cabinetry, ample counter space, and backyard views. Upstairs and downstairs living spaces flow seamlessly, while bedrooms include new windows, doors, and hardware. Bathrooms have been refreshed with new fixtures, Toto toilets, updated lighting, and accessories, creating a clean, contemporary look. Major system upgrades include a new 200-amp electrical panel, upgraded outlets and switches, and improved lighting inside and out. The garage has been enhanced with additional electrical, recessed lighting, and added storage cabinetry, offering flexibility for workspace or organization. The backyard is a true standout, designed for California outdoor living, featuring a renovated pool with PebbleTec finish, new tile, coping, upgraded plumbing, new heater, and multi-color lighting. The surrounding hardscape includes a newly finished concrete pool deck and a 14-foot wood sun deck, complemented by refreshed landscaping, mature greenery, and a new sprinkler system. The new owner may opt into Lake Mission Viejo membership, offering access to a 125-acre lake with two swimming beaches, marina, fishing, picnic areas, playground, clubhouse, and year-round concerts and events. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, and major commuter routes, this home offers the perfect combination of modern upgrades, functional space, and prime location—a rare turnkey opportunity in one of Mission Viejo’s most desirable neighborhoods.
Property details for 24636 Ladera Drive
This 5-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the La Paz (Central) neighborhood of Mission Viejo in Orange County. It offers 2,874 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1968. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 784-462-28. Highlights include city lights and mountain views, a private pool, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, an 8,712-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
- $1,640,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 2,874 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 1
- Partial Baths
- 2
- Lot Size
- 8,712 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1968
- MLS® Number
- OC26102850
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Estimated
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26102850
- Year Built
- 1968
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,874
- Living Area Source
- Estimated
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 8,712
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.2
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full Baths
- 1
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- View
- City Lights, Mountains, Neighborhood
- Private Pool
- Yes
- Parcel Number
- 78446228
- On Market Date
- 2026-05-13
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Entrance Foyer
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Water To Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Vinyl
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Bay Windows
- Doors
- Double Door Entry, Sliding Doors
- Accessibility
- Other
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Craftsman
- Roof
- Other
- Construction
- Stucco
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Sprinkler System
- Patio and Porch
- Concrete, Deck
- Parking
- Concrete, Door Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage
- Fencing
- Vinyl, Wood
- Pool Features
- Private
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- La Paz (Central) (LP)
- Community Features
- Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 24636 Ladera Drive
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 2026 | Sold | $1,640,000 | |
| May 13, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,599,900 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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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.
La Paz (Central) home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 29
- Median price
- $1,485,899
- Median days on market
- 8
- Median per sq ft
- $670
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 La Paz (Central) sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26651 Via Manolete | Sep 11, 2026 | $1,250,000 | 1,320 | $947 | 28 |
| 26612 Estanciero | Aug 28, 2026 | $1,299,000 | 1,950 | $666 | 151 |
| 27022 Mariscal | Aug 19, 2026 | $1,700,000 | 2,536 | $670 | 66 |
| 24671 Venablo | Aug 14, 2026 | $1,430,000 | 1,875 | $763 | 14 |
| 26311 Turquesa Circle | Jul 20, 2026 | $1,425,000 | 1,950 | $731 | 6 |
Schools
Schools for 24636 Ladera Drive
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Deportola
- Middle
- Lapaz
- High
- Mission Viejo
- District
- Saddleback Valley Unified
Living in Mission Viejo covers its schools, parks and beaches.
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Listed by Kurtis Pinedo of Bullock Russell RE Services
Listing information updated Jun 29, 2026 at 3:55 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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