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255 Via Ballena sold on November 21, 2023 for $2,030,000, 7.6% below the $2,198,000 asking price after 53 days on the market; it was first listed at $2,398,000. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
255 Via Ballena, San Clemente, CA 92672
- 4 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,499 sq ft
- 4,200 sq ft lot
- Built 1978
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$2,030,000
Subdivision Shorecliffs
11 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $1,775,000
The home
About 255 Via Ballena
BACK ON THE MARKET! Absolutely stunning home with a breathtaking view of the beautiful Pacific Ocean! This is a one-of-a-kind San Clemente property, and it must be experienced to be fully comprehended & appreciated. Every part of this home was renovated to absolute perfection! The curb appeal radiates the American Dream, and the view only gets better from the back deck, which boats an unobstructed view over the golf course and all the way to the beautiful water of the Pacific Ocean. Before stepping in through the front door, custom wood work and be seen encasing the Wyndor stackable sliding doors - which open to create the ideal setting for indoor/outdoor living between the beautiful Living Room & front yard fire pit. The freshly redone front landscaping & custom garage door also generate a beautiful and consummate setting for entertaining & enjoyment. Once opening the wood & glass double doors, the home can be seen as the epitome of the Modern Farmhouse style. The flooring throughout is a luxury vinyl, which is both gorgeous & very practical for daily living next to the beach. New sliding doors open near the dining area, and exit towards the side yard and also provides excellent interior lighting for day to day living. The kitchen has been completely reimagined, with new soft close cabinets, new hardware, new lighting fixtures, custom accent lighting, new top of the line Cafe appliances, new countertops, and complete with a custom built kitchen island. The Living area has highly vaulted ceilings near the fireplace, providing a grand feel to the room. Another set of stackable Wyndor Sliding doors fully open out to a brand new enlarged wood deck - complete with a custom built in BBQ & fire pit. The views seen from this back deck are absolutely spectacular! The first level of the home also has a remodeled bedroom, with sliding glass doors out to the back deck. And the full bath on the first level is remodeled to the highest standards. The two car garage enters into the separated laundry room - perfect for pragmatic use & the sound quality of the home. The stairway to the 2nd level has been rebuilt with custom materials & modern railing. The master bedroom upstairs is an enlarged bedroom, with a private deck that boasts some of the most beautiful views in the city. The master bath was created with a double vanity, free standing tub, walk in closet, and separate shower, showing Black enlarged rectangle tiles. This home is One-of-a-Kind!
Property details for 255 Via Ballena
This 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Shorecliffs neighborhood of San Clemente in Orange County. It has 2,499 square feet of living space on a 4,200-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1978. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 691-041-20. Highlights include ocean and golf course views, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, central air, an updated home, and traditional architecture.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- PW23157859
- Year Built
- 1978
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,499
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 4,200
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.0964
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 3
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Golf Course, Neighborhood, Ocean
- HOA Dues
- $33
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Shorecliffs
- Parcel Number
- 69104120
- On Market Date
- 2023-08-23
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Flooring
- Vinyl
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Traditional
- Roof
- Asphalt, Shingle
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Front Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Deck, Wood
- Parking
- Driveway
- Fencing
- Wood
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Shorecliffs (SC)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Fire Pit, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground
The record
Property History for 255 Via Ballena
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 21, 2023 | Sold | $2,030,000 | |
| Nov 11, 2023 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Oct 27, 2023 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Sep 20, 2023 | Status changed to Active | From Pending | |
| Sep 20, 2023 | Price reduced | $2,198,000 | From $2,398,000 |
| Sep 12, 2023 | Status changed to Pending | From Active | |
| Aug 23, 2023 | Listed for sale | $2,398,000 | |
| Nov 12, 2020 | Sold | $330,000 | Victor Trung Nguyen |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 255 Via Ballena
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 06059C0509K effective March 21, 2019. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
Moderate Fire Hazard Severity Zone, Local Responsibility Area.
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, Dana Point quadrangle, released December 21, 2001. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Landslide zone
Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Dana Point quadrangle, released December 21, 2001. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Tsunami hazard area
Outside the Tsunami Hazard Area on the State's evacuation planning map.
California Geological Survey and Cal OES, Tsunami Hazard Area map for Orange County (2021). Checked October 15, 2026.
Internet and charging
- Fixed internet
Fiber: Cityside Fiber, up to 5,000 Mbps, at 2 of 70 residential locations in this census block. Fiber: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 1 of 70. Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 68 of 70.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590421062002, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.4 miles away (Loop, 6 Level 2 ports). 129 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
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The neighborhood
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.
Shorecliffs home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 11
- Median price
- $1,775,000
- Median days on market
- 8
- Median per sq ft
- $967
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Nov 4, 2025 to Nov 4, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Shorecliffs sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 416 Via Alegre | Jul 21, 2026 | $1,625,000 | 2,031 | $800 | 3 |
| 610 Calle Vicente | Jul 13, 2026 | $1,498,000 | 1,872 | $800 | 10 |
| 205 Via Ballena | Jun 10, 2026 | $1,775,000 | 1,728 | $1,027 | 0 |
| 233 Via Ballena | Jun 8, 2026 | $1,750,000 | 1,947 | $899 | 7 |
| 2943 Via San Jacinto | May 11, 2026 | $2,075,000 | 1,825 | $1,137 | 10 |
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Schools
Schools for 255 Via Ballena
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Marblehead
- Middle
- Shorecliff
- High
- San Clemente
- District
- Capistrano Unified
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Listed by Jeff Warren of Compass
Listing information updated Nov 21, 2023 at 11:29 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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