26422 Papagayo Drive, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,360 sq ft
- 8,011 sq ft lot
- Built 1972
$1,250,000
Subdivision El Dorado
23 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $1,259,900
Open house
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The home
About 26422 Papagayo Drive
Located in the sought after El Dorado tract, this recently updated 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom single story home is located directly across from El Dorado Park and within walking distance to the Montevideo Elementary School! The remodeled kitchen features new quartz countertops with generous counter space, brand new stainless steel appliances and abundant white cabinetry. The spacious living room has a cozy gas fireplace providing the perfect space for everyday living and entertaining. This lovely home features new carpeting, new custom interior paint, new matte black hardware and lighting fixtures throughout and much more! The master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with walk in shower and a walk in closet. Additional features include a 2 car garage with direct access to the home, central heat and air conditioning and an expansive backyard complete with patio, mature trees and plenty of room for the kids or pets to play and roam. Enjoy the Lake Mission Viejo Lake Association with access to picnic areas, BBQ's, summer concerts, paddleboarding, private beaches and year round activities for all ages. Home has been virtually staged. OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY OCTOBER 24TH FROM 1:00 TO 4:00.
Property details for 26422 Papagayo Drive
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the El Dorado neighborhood of Mission Viejo in Orange County. It offers 1,360 square feet of living space and is listed at $1,250,000, about $919 per square foot. The home was built in 1972. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 809-381-02. Highlights include a fireplace, single-story living, an attached two-car garage, an 8,011-square-foot lot, central air, and an updated home. 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
- $1,250,000
- Days On Site
- New Today
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,360 sqft
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 1
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 8,011 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1972
- MLS® Number
- PW26226266
- Status
- Active
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- PW26226266
- Year Built
- 1972
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,360
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 8,012
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1839
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Park Greenbelt
- Parcel Number
- 80938102
- On Market Date
- 2026-10-20
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Quartz Counters, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Carpet, Vinyl
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Gas, Living Room
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Rooms
- Other, Bathroom, Kitchen, Bedroom, Primary Bedroom, Living Room
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front
- Patio and Porch
- Patio
- Parking
- Garage Faces Front, Garage
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- El Dorado (ED)
- Community Features
- Storm Drains, Street Lights, Sidewalks
The record
Property History for 26422 Papagayo Drive
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 20, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.40% · 30-yr fixed$
$9,675/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $125,000 down
Principal & interest$7,789
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$469
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$1,052
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$365
HOANot reported, not included
$8,341/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $250,000 down
Principal & interest$6,924
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$1,052
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$365
HOANot reported, not included
$7,475/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $375,000 down
Principal & interest$6,058
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$1,052
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$365
HOANot reported, not included
Estimated carrying cost
$1,417/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$1,052
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$365
HOANot reported, not included
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.
El Dorado home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 23
- Median price
- $1,259,900
- Median days on market
- 10
- Median per sq ft
- $846
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 El Dorado sales
At $919 per square foot, this home's asking price is 9% above the El Dorado median of $846 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent El Dorado sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26612 Avenida Deseo | Sep 24, 2026 | $1,305,000 | 1,952 | $669 | 5 |
| 23961 Juaneno | Sep 8, 2026 | $1,300,000 | 1,538 | $845 | 6 |
| 25981 Cordillera Drive | Aug 28, 2026 | $1,408,800 | 2,008 | $702 | 62 |
| 26822 Via Zaragosa | Aug 4, 2026 | $1,150,000 | 1,604 | $717 | 37 |
| 26396 Avenida Deseo | Jul 21, 2026 | $1,350,000 | 1,360 | $993 | 5 |
Schools
School District for 26422 Papagayo Drive
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Saddleback Valley Unified.
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Location
Location
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Listing information updated Oct 20, 2026 at 1:47 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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