26151 Buscador, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,913 sq ft
- 5,001 sq ft lot
- Built 1980
$1,525,000
Subdivision Cortez
5 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $1,425,000
The home
About 26151 Buscador
Panoramic mountain, sunset and city-light views create an unforgettable backdrop for this beautifully upgraded Mission Viejo home. Set in an elevated location with no homes directly behind, the property offers exceptional privacy and unusually expansive outdoor living for the neighborhood. The remodeled saltwater pool and spa feature a pebble finish and are surrounded by extensive Belgard pavers, Rec Teq pellet grill/smoker, multiple covered and uncovered seating areas, low-maintenance Trex decking, Alumawood patio covers, vinyl fencing and gates, and an outdoor shower with hot and cold water.
Inside, the light-filled multilevel floor plan offers vaulted ceilings, three skylights, updated flooring and views from many of the home’s principal rooms. The remodeled kitchen features white cabinetry, granite countertops, an induction range and oven, upgraded vent hood, stainless-steel dishwasher, abundant storage and casual dining space. The adjoining dining area opens toward the view, while the lower family room includes a custom fireplace surround, built-in library shelving and direct backyard access.
The spacious primary suite enjoys vaulted ceilings, a private view balcony and a remodeled walk-in shower. Additional improvements include energy-efficient windows and doors, custom solid-wood interior doors, a custom front entry door, recessed lighting, plantation shutters, PEX plumbing and updated living spaces throughout most of the home.
Energy and technology upgrades include more than 20 owned solar panels, a newer Tesla inverter with a 12.5-year warranty, upgraded electrical, a Level 2 EV charger and a whole-house surge protector. The garage features a high-insulation modern smooth-panel door and a smart MyQ opener. Native and easy-care landscaping includes underground irrigation, a smart timer and rain barrels.
Mission Viejo Lake membership is included, with convenient access to shopping, coffee, hiking trails, the MV Shuttle and local schools. Sellers plan to include household appliances, garage refrigerator, reach-in freezer and Samsung Frame TV, with outdoor furnishings potentially available.
This is a rare combination of panoramic views, extensive outdoor entertaining space, a remodeled pool and spa, owned solar and thoughtful upgrades—all in one exceptionally inviting home.
Property details for 26151 Buscador
This 3-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Cortez neighborhood of Mission Viejo in Orange County. It offers 1,913 square feet of living space and is listed at $1,525,000, about $797 per square foot. The home was built in 1980. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 782-091-07. Highlights include panoramic and city lights views, a private pool and spa, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, a 5,001-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
- $1,525,000
- Days On Site
- 87 Days
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,913 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 5,001 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1980
- MLS® Number
- OC26149557
- Status
- Pending
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $149.08 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26149557
- Year Built
- 1980
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,913
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 5,000
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1148
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- City Lights, Hills, Mountains, Neighborhood, Panoramic
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $350.74
- HOA Frequency
- Quarterly
- HOA Name
- Oso Valley Greenbelt Assoc.
- Parcel Number
- 78209107
- On Market Date
- 2026-07-26
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Balcony, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Multiple Staircases, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Up
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Disposal, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Fireplaces, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Gas
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Skylights, Shutters
- Doors
- Sliding Doors
- Rooms
- Entry Foyer, Bathroom, Kitchen, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Family Room, Bedroom, Living Room, Primary Bathroom
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Cape Cod, Traditional
- Exterior Features
- Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Composition
- Construction
- Wood Siding
- Foundation
- Concrete Perimeter
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Drip Irrigation Bubblers, Flag Lot, Front Yard, Greenbelt, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Level, Value In Land, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Covered, Open, Patio, See Remarks
- Parking
- Direct Access, Driveway Level, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage
- Fencing
- Block, Vinyl
- Pool Features
- Heated, In Ground, Permits, Private, See Remarks, Salt Water, Tile
- Spa
- Heated, In Ground, Permits, Private, See Remarks
- Sewer
- Public Sewer, Sewer Tap Paid
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Cortez (CZ)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Fishing, Gutters, Lake, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Water Sports
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Outdoor Cooking Area, Other, Picnic Area, Playground
- Second HOA Dues
- $193
- Second HOA Name
- Lake Mission VIejo
The record
Property History for 26151 Buscador
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 12, 2026 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Aug 11, 2026 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Jul 26, 2026 | Status changed to Active | From Coming Soon | |
| Jul 26, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,525,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
Added by Realatrends Real Estate
Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 26151 Buscador
We looked up this home's map point in public government maps. These facts are not part of the MLS listing.
Hazard zones
- Flood zone
Zone X, area of minimal flood hazard. Outside FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area.
FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, FIRM panel 06059C0434J effective December 3, 2009. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
Not in a fire hazard severity zone on the State Fire Marshal's map.
CAL FIRE, State Fire Marshal map for Local Responsibility Areas, March 24, 2025. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Earthquake fault zone
Outside the Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones.
California Geological Survey, Earthquake Fault Zones. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Liquefaction zone
Outside the liquefaction zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, San Juan Capistrano quadrangle, released December 21, 2001. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Landslide zone
Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, San Juan Capistrano quadrangle, released December 21, 2001. Checked October 15, 2026.
Internet and charging
- Fixed internet
Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 137 of 137 residential locations in this census block. DSL: AT&T, up to 100 Mbps, at 137 of 137. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 35 of 137.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590320401002, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.5 miles away (CircleK Charge, 4 DC fast ports). 196 public charging ports within 3 miles.
U.S. Department of Energy, Alternative Fuels Data Center. Straight-line distance. Checked October 15, 2026.
These facts are for the listing's map point, which can sit off the lot. A zone line can also cross a lot, and agencies revise their maps. In cities, the fire zone line follows the State Fire Marshal's 2025 map; each city adopts its own map and may add areas. These lines are not a Natural Hazard Disclosure. Check the official maps and the seller's disclosures before you rely on them. Sources for the earthquake zone lines: Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones (2025). Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Seismic Hazard Zones (2025).
Official maps
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.40% · 30-yr fixed$
$11,953/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $152,500 down
Principal & interest$9,503
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$572
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$1,284
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$445
HOA from listing$149
$10,325/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $305,000 down
Principal & interest$8,447
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$1,284
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$445
HOA from listing$149
$9,269/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $457,500 down
Principal & interest$7,391
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$1,284
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$445
HOA from listing$149
Estimated carrying cost
$1,878/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$1,284
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$445
HOA from listing$149
Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.40% (week of Oct 15, 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.
Cortez home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 5
- Median price
- $1,425,000
- Median days on market
- 17
- Median per sq ft
- $692
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 14, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent Cortez sales
At $797 per square foot, this home's asking price is 15% above the Cortez median of $692 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Cortez sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27621 Carballo | Oct 13, 2026 | $1,515,000 | 2,525 | $600 | 12 |
| 27555 Chantada | Sep 8, 2026 | $1,425,000 | 2,059 | $692 | 17 |
| 27612 Carballo | Jun 22, 2026 | $1,675,000 | 2,525 | $663 | 7 |
| 26141 Buscador | Apr 30, 2026 | $1,335,000 | 1,628 | $820 | 19 |
| 26192 Golada | Dec 30, 2025 | $1,147,500 | 1,628 | $705 | 67 |
Schools
Schools for 26151 Buscador
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Carl Hankey
- Middle
- Newhart
- High
- Capistrano Valley
- District
- Capistrano Unified
Living in Mission Viejo covers its schools, parks and beaches.
Location
Location
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Listed by Darel Rosen of First Team Real Estate
Listing information updated Sep 12, 2026 at 7:36 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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