21256 Cancun, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
- 2 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,762 sq ft
- 3,023 sq ft lot
- Built 1996
$1,148,900
Subdivision Palmia - Villas 2
12 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $1,190,000
The home
About 21256 Cancun
A fabulous single-level home ideally located on a quiet cul-de-sac within the prestigious, highly sought-after 55+ guard-gated Palmia community. This thoughtfully designed and popular floor plan features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, with comfortable living spaces ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. A welcoming formal entry opens to an elegant living and dining room filled with natural light. The third bedroom offers flexibility to suit your lifestyle and can easily serve as a home office or den. The inviting family room features a cozy fireplace, charming breakfast nook, and direct access to the private backyard. Adjacent is the bright and open kitchen, complete with granite countertops, double ovens, and a generous pantry. The spacious primary suite is a peaceful retreat with direct access to the tranquil backyard. The primary bathroom features a dual-sink vanity, large walk-in shower, linen storage, and an oversized walk-in closet. Privately situated at the opposite end of the home is the guest bedroom, providing a comfortable space for family and visitors. A lovely powder room adds additional convenience. Additional upgrades include plantation shutters, custom French doors, and a newer HVAC system. Palmia offers an exceptional array of resort-style amenities, including an 18-hole putting green, tennis, paddle tennis, pickleball, bocce, swimming pool and spa, fitness center, billiards, library, card rooms, a beautiful clubhouse, numerous social clubs, parties, and much more. Residents also enjoy access to Lake Mission Viejo, featuring sandy beaches, boating, fishing, and fabulous summer concerts.
Property details for 21256 Cancun
This 2-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Palmia - Villas 2 neighborhood of Mission Viejo in Orange County. It offers 1,762 square feet of living space and is listed at $1,148,900, about $652 per square foot. The home was built in 1996. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 836-372-10. Highlights include a community pool, a fireplace, single-story living, a guard-gated community, an attached two-car garage, and a 3,023-square-foot 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
- $1,148,900
- Days On Site
- 46 Days
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,762 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 3,023 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1996
- MLS® Number
- OC26193763
- Status
- Active
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $529.74 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Estimated
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26193763
- Year Built
- 1996
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,762
- Living Area Source
- Estimated
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 3,025
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.0694
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- None
- HOA Dues
- $496.74
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Palmia Masters HOA
- Parcel Number
- 83637210
- On Market Date
- 2026-09-04
- Listing Terms
- Standard, Trust
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Pantry, All Bedrooms Down, Main Level Primary
- Appliances
- Built In Range, Dishwasher, Microwave
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Gas Starter
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Blinds, Shutters
- Doors
- French Doors
- Rooms
- Family Room, Bedroom, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Mediterranean
- Roof
- Tile
- Construction
- Stucco
- Lot Features
- Close To Clubhouse, Cul De Sac, Drip Irrigation Bubblers, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Street Level
- Parking
- Door Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Fencing
- Block
- Pool Features
- Association
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Palmia - Villas 2 (PTV2)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Gated
- Association Amenities
- Bocce Court, Billiard Room, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Game Room, Meeting Banquet Party Room, Maintenance Front Yard, Outdoor Cooking Area, Paddle Tennis, Pickleball, Pool, Pet Restrictions, Pets Allowed, Recreation Room, Guard, Spa Hot Tub, Security, Tennis Courts, Water
- Security
- Gated Community, Gated With Attendant
- Senior Community
- Yes
- Second HOA Dues
- $33
- Second HOA Name
- Lake Mission Viejo
The record
Property History for 21256 Cancun
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2026 | Price reduced | $1,148,900 | From $1,198,900 |
| Sep 4, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,198,900 | |
| Oct 19, 2020 | Sold | $750,000 | Coldwell Banker Realty |
| Sep 6, 2018 | Sold | $692,000 | Regency Real Estate Brokers |
Added by Realatrends Real Estate
Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 21256 Cancun
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 06059C0319J 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, Lake Forest quadrangle, released January 17, 2001. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Landslide zone
Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Lake Forest quadrangle, released January 17, 2001. Checked October 15, 2026.
Internet and charging
- Fixed internet
Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 67 of 67 residential locations in this census block. DSL: AT&T, up to 100 Mbps, at 67 of 67. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 5 of 67.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590320482007, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.4 miles away (Tesla Destination, 4 Level 2 ports). 138 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$
$9,422/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $114,890 down
Principal & interest$7,159
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$431
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$967
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$335
HOA from listing$530
$8,196/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $229,780 down
Principal & interest$6,364
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$967
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$335
HOA from listing$530
$7,400/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $344,670 down
Principal & interest$5,568
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$967
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$335
HOA from listing$530
Estimated carrying cost
$1,832/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$967
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$335
HOA from listing$530
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.
Palmia - Villas 2 home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 12
- Median price
- $1,190,000
- Median days on market
- 9
- Median per sq ft
- $653
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 13, 2025 to Oct 13, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent Palmia - Villas 2 sales
At $652 per square foot, this home's asking price is close to the Palmia - Villas 2 median of $653 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Palmia - Villas 2 sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21161 Mazatlan | Aug 24, 2026 | $925,000 | 1,224 | $756 | 0 |
| 21276 Mazatlan | Aug 19, 2026 | $1,240,000 | 2,305 | $538 | 22 |
| 21325 Mazatlan | Aug 7, 2026 | $940,000 | 1,224 | $768 | 154 |
| 21191 Mazatlan | Aug 4, 2026 | $1,122,000 | 1,765 | $636 | 5 |
| 21285 San Miguel | May 14, 2026 | $1,240,000 | 1,941 | $639 | 14 |
Schools
School District for 21256 Cancun
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Saddleback Valley Unified.
Living in Mission Viejo covers its schools, parks and beaches.
Location
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Listed by Janie Farris of Regency Real Estate Brokers
Listing information updated Oct 15, 2026 at 4:04 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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