$840,000
3Beds3Baths1,740SqFt
28315 AlavaMission Viejo, CA 92692Casta del Sol - Carmel
28303 Alava, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
- 2 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,818 sq ft
- 3,476 sq ft lot
- Built 1983
Subdivision Casta del Sol - Carmel
13 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $960,000
The home
About 28303 Alava
Welcome to this spacious, highly desirable Monterey model with a bright, inviting floor plan. The original downstairs second bedroom has been opened up to create a large family room adjacent to the kitchen, featuring updated appliances and stone countertops, and flowing seamlessly to the private covered patio—an ideal setting for relaxing or entertaining. Tucked against a hillside, the backyard provides added privacy and seclusion.
Plantation shutters throughout, newer interior paint, and an impressive front entry door with custom stained-glass sidelight add character. The inviting living room features a soaring ceiling and sculpted white carpeting, creating a dramatic sense of space. At the rear, the large primary suite enjoys a private setting with additional direct access to the covered patio.
Upstairs, the generously sized loft is currently used as a second en suite bedroom, offering plenty of flexibility. An additional finished attic space is currently used as an office/gym, providing approximately 200 additional square feet of versatile living space.
The attached two-car garage features full laundry hookups and direct access. A brand-new HVAC system provides year-round comfort, while the primary suite features a bidet-style toilet.
Enjoy resort-style living in Casta del Sol, South Orange County’s premier guard-gated 55+ community. Spanning more than 480 acres of rolling terrain, with approximately 40% dedicated to green space and outdoor amenities, the community features two clubhouses with swimming pools, tennis and pickleball courts, lawn bowling, a community vegetable garden, and numerous clubs and interest groups. Casta del Sol is adjacent to the Oso Creek Trail system and Oso Creek Golf Course.
The home also includes membership to Lake Mission Viejo, where residents can enjoy boating, swimming, the beach, lakeside walking paths, special events, concerts, and a fantastic Fourth of July Street Faire & Fireworks Spectacular. With the amenities of Casta del Sol and Lake Mission Viejo at your fingertips, this home offers an exceptional Southern California lifestyle.
Property details for 28303 Alava
This 2-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Casta del Sol - Carmel neighborhood of Mission Viejo in Orange County. It offers 1,818 square feet of living space and is listed at $875,000, about $481 per square foot. The home was built in 1983. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 786-211-32. Highlights include a community pool and spa, a fireplace, a guard-gated community, an attached two-car garage, a 3,476-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
- $875,000
- Days On Site
- New Today
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,818 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 3
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 3,476 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1983
- MLS® Number
- PW26211370
- Status
- Coming Soon
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $622.17 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- PW26211370
- Year Built
- 1983
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,818
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 3,478
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.0798
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full Baths
- 3
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- View
- None
- HOA Dues
- $590
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Casta del Sol
- Parcel Number
- 78621132
- Listing Terms
- Standard, Trust
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fans, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, Loft, Main Level Primary
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Trash Compactor, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile
- Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Gas Starter, Living Room
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows, Stained Glass, Skylights
- Rooms
- Primary Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen, Dining Room, Family Room, Loft
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Tile
- Construction
- Drywall, Frame
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Cul De Sac, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Landscaped, Sprinkler System, Street Level, Zero Lot Line
- Patio and Porch
- Concrete, Covered
- Parking
- Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Fencing
- None
- Pool Features
- Community, In Ground, Association
- Spa
- Association, Community, In Ground
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Faces
- Southwest
- Units
- 1,927
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Casta Del Sol - Carmel (CR)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Gutters, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Gated, Pool
- Association Amenities
- Billiard Room, Clubhouse, Controlled Access, Fitness Center, Fire Pit, Maintenance Grounds, Meeting Banquet Party Room, Maintenance Front Yard, Outdoor Cooking Area, Other Courts, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Pickleball, Pool, Pet Restrictions, Recreation Room, Guard, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts, Trash
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Security Gate, Gated Community, Gated With Attendant, Smoke Detectors
- Senior Community
- Yes
- Second HOA Dues
- $193
- Second HOA Name
- Lake Mission Viejo Association
The record
Property History for 28303 Alava
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | Listed for sale | $875,000 | |
| May 26, 2023 | Sold | $700,000 | West Shores Realty, Inc. |
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.03% · 30-yr fixed$
$7,196/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $87,500 down
Principal & interest$5,255
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$328
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$736
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$255
HOA from listing$622
$6,284/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $175,000 down
Principal & interest$4,671
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$736
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$255
HOA from listing$622
$5,700/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $262,500 down
Principal & interest$4,087
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$736
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$255
HOA from listing$622
Estimated carrying cost
$1,613/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$736
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$255
HOA from listing$622
Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.03% (week of Sep 24, 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.
Casta del Sol - Carmel home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 13
- Median price
- $960,000
- Median days on market
- 19
- Median per sq ft
- $591
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Sep 28, 2025 to Sep 28, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent Casta del Sol - Carmel sales
At $481 per square foot, this home's asking price is 19% below the Casta del Sol - Carmel median of $591 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Casta del Sol - Carmel sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28419 Alava | Sep 24, 2026 | $1,050,000 | 1,472 | $713 | 4 |
| 28425 Alava | Aug 17, 2026 | $715,000 | 1,472 | $486 | 0 |
| 28406 Buena Vista | Jul 6, 2026 | $885,000 | 1,568 | $564 | 136 |
| 28419 Alava | Jun 16, 2026 | $770,000 | 1,472 | $523 | 19 |
| 28373 Borgona | May 5, 2026 | $900,000 | 1,439 | $625 | 0 |
Schools
School District for 28303 Alava
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Capistrano Unified.
Living in Mission Viejo covers its schools, parks and beaches.
Location
Location
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Listed by Jeff Perrin of Casta del Sol Realty
Listing information updated Oct 5, 2026 at 4:21 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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