$1,330,000
4Beds2Baths1,675SqFt
24762 San Vincent LaneMission Viejo, CA 92691La Paz (Central)
24926 El Cortijo, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
- 4 beds
- 2 baths
- 2,118 sq ft
- 9,178 sq ft lot
- Built 1969
$1,328,000
Open house
Open House
The home
About 24926 El Cortijo
Welcome home to this beautifully maintained single-story residence offering comfort, style, and an unbeatable location. Step inside to find plantation shutters, dual-pane windows, vaulted ceilings, and a cozy fireplace that anchors the inviting living room. A charming bay window fills the home with natural light, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The kitchen overlooks the backyard and surrounding neighborhood, making it the perfect place to prepare meals while staying connected to family and guests. The primary suite is a true retreat, complete with a remodeled bathroom featuring a relaxing soaking tub, granite countertop, and a generous walk-in closet. The secondary bathroom has also been tastefully remodeled with a beautifully tiled tub/shower surround. Energy-efficient owned solar, a newer AC system with replaced ducting, partial PEX repiping, and other valuable improvements provide peace of mind for years to come. Enjoy outdoor living under the maintenance free Alumawood patio cover, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The location is hard to beat—within walking distance to dePortola Elementary, La Paz Intermediate, and Mission Viejo High School. You'll also appreciate being just minutes from the city center, shopping, restaurants, Oso Creek Trail, parks, and more. With low taxes and an exceptional combination of upgrades, convenience, and location, this is a wonderful opportunity to call home.
Property details for 24926 El Cortijo
This 4-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in Mission Viejo in Orange County. It offers 2,118 square feet of living space and is listed at $1,328,000, about $627 per square foot. The home was built in 1969. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 784-451-09. Highlights include a fireplace, single-story living, an attached two-car garage, a 9,178-square-foot lot, central air, and a turnkey home. 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
- $1,328,000
- Days On Site
- 20 Days
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 2,118 sqft
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 9,178 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1969
- MLS® Number
- OC26130975
- Status
- Active
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $32.17 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26130975
- Year Built
- 1969
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,118
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 9,177
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.2107
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Neighborhood
- HOA Dues
- $193
- HOA Frequency
- Semi Annually
- HOA Name
- Lake Mission Viejo Association
- Parcel Number
- 78445109
- On Market Date
- 2026-09-14
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, Tile Counters, All Bedrooms Down, Main Level Primary
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Gas, Living Room
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 4
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Bay Windows, Double Pane Windows, Shutters
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Bathroom, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Traditional
- Exterior Features
- Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Composition
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Front Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Concrete, Covered
- Parking
- Direct Access, Garage
- Fencing
- Average Condition
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Community Features
- Curbs, Park, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
- Association Amenities
- Meeting Banquet Party Room, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Pier, Playground
The record
Property History for 24926 El Cortijo
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 14, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.03% · 30-yr fixed$
$10,011/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $132,800 down
Principal & interest$7,976
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$498
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$1,118
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$387
HOA from listing$32
$8,627/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $265,600 down
Principal & interest$7,090
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$1,118
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$387
HOA from listing$32
$7,740/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $398,400 down
Principal & interest$6,203
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$1,118
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$387
HOA from listing$32
Estimated carrying cost
$1,537/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$1,118
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$387
HOA from listing$32
Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.03% (week of Sep 24, 2026); your rate will differ. A loan this size is typically a jumbo loan, which prices differently. Tax and insurance are modelled, not billed amounts; tax uses a typical Mission Viejo rate, excluding Mello-Roos. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.
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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.
Price per square foot against recent Mission Viejo sales
At $627 per square foot, this home's asking price is 7% below the Mission Viejo median of $673 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Mission Viejo sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21575 Consejos | Sep 25, 2026 | $1,075,000 | 1,120 | $960 | 56 |
| 26625 Sierra Vista | Sep 24, 2026 | $1,799,000 | 2,480 | $725 | 5 |
| 28419 Alava | Sep 24, 2026 | $1,050,000 | 1,472 | $713 | 4 |
| 27130 S Ridge Drive | Sep 24, 2026 | $1,801,017 | 3,504 | $514 | 13 |
| 22671 Puntal Lana | Sep 24, 2026 | $2,236,500 | 3,415 | $655 | 22 |
Schools
Schools for 24926 El Cortijo
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- De Portola
- Middle
- Lapaz
- High
- Mission Viejo
- District
- Saddleback Valley Unified
Living in Mission Viejo covers its schools, parks and beaches.
Location
Location
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Listing information updated Sep 29, 2026 at 4:59 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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