24852 Buckboard Lane, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
- 7 beds
- 5 baths
- 5,075 sq ft
- 0.80-acre lot
- Built 1978
$4,995,000
Subdivision Nellie Gail
Nellie Gail Ranch is an equestrian community in the rolling hills of Laguna Hills, named for Nellie Gail Moulton and laced with about 25 miles of riding and walking trails.
44 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $3,687,500
The home
About 24852 Buckboard Lane
Rebuilt in 2024, this luxury home in prestigious Nellie Gail Ranch offers the ultimate equestrian lifestyle, complete with direct access to horse trails and an impressive 1,700-square-foot barn with an upstairs apartment. Situated on nearly an acre of equestrian-zoned land, this sophisticated residence combines modern elegance with unparalleled outdoor amenities. The 4,100-square-foot, single-level main house showcases contemporary design with polished concrete floors, 9-foot ceilings, and abundant natural light flowing through the grand two-story entryway. The open-concept kitchen features quartz countertops, Shaker cabinetry, and a large island with a built-in dog feeding station, while bifold doors seamlessly connect to the patio for indoor-outdoor entertaining. A dry bar with beverage refrigerator adds to the home's entertaining capabilities. Six bedrooms provide exceptional flexibility, with the primary suite offering a bonus office retreat, built-in cabinetry, and a spa-like bathroom with an upstairs dressing space spanning the full attic. Multiple bedrooms open directly to exterior spaces for private outdoor access. Updated modern systems include zoned HVAC with two condensers plus two upstairs heat pumps, tankless water heating, PEX piping, water softener, smart lighting, and Sonos sound throughout. The property's standout feature is the remarkable barn with a fully renovated 600-square-foot apartment above, complete with a separate entrance, plus an office, craft room, workshop, and storage below. The equestrian-zoned lot provides direct trail access and includes thoughtful amenities like RV parking, a dog run, chicken coop, and storage sheds. Mature landscaping with 30 fruit trees and Cyprus privacy screening frames the generous patio where stunning southwestern sunset views unfold over rolling hills. The property is pre-plumbed for pool and spa installation. Nellie Gail Ranch offers exceptional value with low monthly HOA fees covering security, trail maintenance, and baseline membership to the swim, tennis and pickleball club, plus access to ‘The Watering Hole’ restaurant and exclusive community events. With 25 miles of riding trails, this is your gateway to the California equestrian dream.
Property details for 24852 Buckboard Lane
This 7-bedroom, 5-bath single-family home sits in the Nellie Gail neighborhood of Laguna Hills in Orange County. It offers 5,075 square feet of living space and is listed at $4,995,000, about $984 per square foot. The home was built in 1978. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 627-152-09. Highlights include hill views, a community pool and spa, single-story living, a gated community, an attached five-car garage, and a 0.8-acre lot. 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
- $4,995,000
- Days On Site
- 90 Days
- Bedrooms
- 7
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 5,075 sqft
- Total Baths
- 5
- Full Baths
- 3
- Partial Baths
- 2
- Lot Size
- 0.8 Acres
- Year Built
- 1978
- MLS® Number
- OC26132379
- Status
- Active
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $192 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Estimated
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26132379
- Year Built
- 1978
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 5,075
- Living Area Source
- Estimated
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 34,848
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.8
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 7
- Full Baths
- 3
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 5
- Parking Spaces
- 5
- View
- Hills, Neighborhood
- HOA Dues
- $192
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Nellie Gail Ranch
- Parcel Number
- 62715209
- On Market Date
- 2026-07-13
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Ceiling Fans, Dry Bar, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Wired For Data, Wired For Sound, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Entrance Foyer, Jack And Jill Bath, Loft, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk In Pantry
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Built In Range, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Energy Star Qualified Appliances, Energy Star Qualified Water Heater, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, High Efficiency Water Heater, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Softener, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan
- Flooring
- Carpet, Concrete
- Heating
- Central, Heat Pump, Zoned
- Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 6
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 4
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows
- Accessibility
- Safe Emergency Egress From Home, No Stairs, Accessible Doors, Accessible Entrance
- Rooms
- Bonus Room, Living Room, Bathroom, Kitchen, Foyer, Center Hall, Primary Bedroom, Laundry, Bedroom, Loft, Office
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Contemporary
- Exterior Features
- Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Metal
- Construction
- Board And Batten Siding, Drywall, Ducts Professionally Air Sealed, Stone Veneer, Wood Siding
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Horse Property, Landscaped, Sprinkler System, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Concrete, Covered, Open, Patio
- Fencing
- Wood
- Pool Features
- Community, Association
- Spa
- Association, Community
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Units
- 2
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Nellie Gail (NG)
- Community Features
- Biking, Hiking, Horse Trails, Stables, Park, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Gated, Pool
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Sport Court, Horse Trails, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Security, Tennis Courts, Trails
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Gated Community, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 24852 Buckboard Lane
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 2026 | Listed for sale | $4,995,000 | |
| Sep 21, 2016 | Sold | $1,525,000 | First Team Real Estate |
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.28% · 30-yr fixed$
$38,527/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $499,500 down
Principal & interest$30,759
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$1,873
Property tax (est. 1.02%)$4,246
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$1,457
HOA from listing$192
$33,236/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $999,000 down
Principal & interest$27,341
Property tax (est. 1.02%)$4,246
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$1,457
HOA from listing$192
$29,818/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $1,498,500 down
Principal & interest$23,923
Property tax (est. 1.02%)$4,246
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$1,457
HOA from listing$192
Estimated carrying cost
$5,895/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.02%)$4,246
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$1,457
HOA from listing$192
Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.28% (week of Oct 1, 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 Laguna Hills rate, excluding Mello-Roos. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.
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The neighborhood
About Nellie Gail Ranch
Nellie Gail Ranch is an equestrian community in the rolling hills of Laguna Hills, named for Nellie Gail Moulton and laced with about 25 miles of riding and walking trails. Residents reach the Nellie Gail Ranch Equestrian Center plus swim, tennis, and pickleball facilities and parks, within the Saddleback Valley Unified School District.
Nellie Gail home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 44
- Median price
- $3,687,500
- Median days on market
- 25
- Median per sq ft
- $793
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 4, 2025 to Oct 4, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent Nellie Gail sales
At $984 per square foot, this home's asking price is 24% above the Nellie Gail median of $793 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Nellie Gail sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25111 Buckboard Lane | Sep 10, 2026 | $2,975,000 | 2,064 | $1,441 | 15 |
| 25472 Rapid Falls | Sep 8, 2026 | $3,826,000 | 5,080 | $753 | 5 |
| Sep 3, 2026 | $3,650,000 | 5,805 | $629 | 259 | |
| 25402 Gallup Circle | Aug 27, 2026 | $3,850,000 | 5,000 | $770 | 91 |
| 25171 Stageline Drive | Aug 26, 2026 | $3,015,000 | 4,028 | $749 | 94 |
Schools
Schools for 24852 Buckboard Lane
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Valencia
- Middle
- La Paz
- High
- Laguna Hills
- District
- Saddleback Valley Unified
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Location
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Listed by Bradley Feldman of Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Listing information updated Aug 13, 2026 at 10:58 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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