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5503 Costa Escondida, San Clemente
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$1,799,990
37 Days On Site

5503 Costa Escondida
San Clemente, CA 92673

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
4
Beds
3
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
2,407
SqFt
$748
/SqFt
2001
Built
Subdivision:
Ridgemore (RIDG)
County:
Orange
Listed by Holly McKhann of First Team Real Estate realtorhollym@gmail.com
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GORGEOUS UPGRADES, PRIVATE LOT AND OWNED SOLAR! Beautifully upgraded Ridgemore home in the highly desirable Forster Highlands community. Set on a lot backing to a natural hillside, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers a peaceful setting, wonderful privacy, and one of the community’s most sought-after floor plans. The inviting interior features a formal entry with vaulted ceilings, spacious living and dining areas, vinyl flooring, white shaker cabinetry, quartzite kitchen counters, stainless steel appliances, a full backsplash, and wine refrigerator. The kitchen opens comfortably to the main living spaces, creating an ideal layout for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, the primary suite offers hillside views, a private balcony, Milgard sliding door, and an en-suite bath with a relaxing jetted tub. Three secondary bedrooms, a full bath, and an upstairs laundry room complete the second level. Energy-efficient premium upgrades that enhance comfort while reducing monthly utility costs include owned 9 kW solar system including battery for added energy efficiency and owned whole-house SpringWell water filtration and water softening system providing high quality water throughout the home. The low-maintenance backyard is designed for outdoor enjoyment with artificial turf, custom brick hardscaping, accent lighting, a pergola, and built-in BBQ/kitchen area. Enjoy Forster Highlands amenities including pools, spas, clubhouse, tot lot, parks, tennis courts, and nearby award-winning schools. No Mello Roos.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,799,990
Days On Site 
37 Days
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,407 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.1322 Acres
Year Built 
2001
MLS® Number 
OC26142351
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
$325 monthly
Sq Ft Source 
Assessor
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
a month agoStatus changed to Active
a month agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
a month agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.1322
Attached Garage 
Yes
Foundation 
Slab
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Land Lease 
No
Levels 
Two
Number Of Stories 
2
Parking 
AttachedDirect AccessGarage Faces FrontGaragePaved
Parking Spaces 
2
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Security SystemCarbon Monoxide Detector(s)Fire Sprinkler SystemSmoke Detector(s)
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
Style 
Mediterranean
Utilities 
Cable ConnectedElectricity ConnectedNatural Gas ConnectedPhone ConnectedSewer ConnectedWater Connected
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
Built-In RangeDishwasherDisposalGas OvenMicrowaveSelf Cleaning OvenTankless Water HeaterWater Heater
Cooling 
Central AirENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Family Room
Flooring 
Vinyl
Heating 
CentralENERGY STAR Qualified EquipmentForced AirFireplace(s)
Interior 
Built-in FeaturesCrown MoldingEat-in KitchenGranite CountersOpen FloorplanPantryRecessed LightingStorageWalk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features 
Gas Dryer HookupLaundry RoomUpper Level
Spa 
Yes
Window Features 
Double Pane WindowsScreens
Bathroom 
Bedroom 
Dining Room 
Family Room 
Kitchen 
Features - Kitchen Island
Laundry 
Living Room 
Other 
Features - Walk-In Closet(s)
Pantry 
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Stucco
Exterior 
BalconyLightingRain Gutters
Fencing 
WoodWrought Iron
Lot Features 
Back YardClose to ClubhouseCul-De-SacFront YardLandscaped
Patio And Porch 
Covered
Pool Features 
Association
Roof 
ConcreteTile
Spa 
Yes
Spa Features 
Heated
View 
City LightsCanyonHillsNeighborhoodPanoramicTrees/Woods
Waterview 
City LightsCanyonHillsNeighborhoodPanoramicTrees/Woods
Windows/Doors 
Double Pane WindowsScreens
Community Features
Association Amenities 
Picnic AreaPlaygroundPoolSpa/Hot TubTrail(s)
Association Dues 
325
Building Access 
1
Community Features 
CurbsStreet LightsSidewalks
Financing Terms Available 
CashSubmit
HOA Fee Frequency 
Monthly
MLS Area 
FR - Forster Ranch
School District 
Capistrano Unified
Schools
School District
Capistrano Unified
Elementary School
Truman Benedict
Middle School
Bernice
High School
San Clemente
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Property Details for 5503 Costa Escondida

This 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Ridgemore neighborhood of San Clemente in Orange County. It offers 2,407 square feet of living space and is listed at $1,799,990. The home was built in 2001. The detail sections on this page cover interior and exterior features, estimated taxes, HOA dues where they apply, and the map location.

Estimated monthly payment

6.66% · 30-yr fixed
$
$13,450/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $179,999 down
Principal & interest$10,410
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$675
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$1,515
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$525
HOA from listing$325
$11,619/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $359,998 down
Principal & interest$9,254
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$1,515
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$525
HOA from listing$325
$10,462/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $539,997 down
Principal & interest$8,097
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$1,515
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$525
HOA from listing$325
Estimated carrying cost
$2,365/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$1,515
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$525
HOA from listing$325

Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 6.66% (week of Jul 30, 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 San Clemente rate, excluding Mello-Roos. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.

About San Clemente

San Clemente is the southernmost city in Orange County, founded in the 1920s by Ole Hanson as a Spanish Village by the Sea of white-stucco, red-tile-roofed homes overlooking the Pacific. Landmarks include the 1928 pier, the Beach Trail from North Beach to Calafia Beach, Avenida Del Mar, and the Capistrano Unified School District.

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