28821 Drakes, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
- 5 beds
- 5 baths
- 4,394 sq ft
- 7,190 sq ft lot
- Built 2005
$2,999,000
Est. $19,952/mo with 20% down, 30-year fixed
$683 a sq ft against a $821 Laguna Niguel median. Ask how it comparesSubdivision Hillcrest Estates
The home
About 28821 Drakes
Your Private Canyon Resort! Set in one of the most desirable locations within gated Hillcrest Estates, this exceptional 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath residence offers approximately 4,394 square feet of living space with a rare combination of privacy, panoramic canyon views, and resort-style outdoor living. Backing directly to Aliso Creek/Wood Canyon with no homes behind, the property enjoys peaceful natural surroundings, spectacular sunsets and sit-down views from both levels.
The expansive floor plan features a builder-option fifth bedroom plus a customized bonus room, providing exceptional flexibility for today's lifestyle. A dramatic two-story foyer with a sweeping circular staircase welcomes you inside, complemented by custom Craftsman doors, crown molding, upgraded baseboards, recessed lighting and thoughtful custom details throughout.
At the heart of the home, the spacious gourmet kitchen features dual sinks, a center prep island, distinctive wood breakfast bar and breakfast nook with French doors opening to the backyard and canyon views. The adjoining family room offers a stone fireplace and custom built-ins, creating an inviting space for everyday living and entertaining.
A main-level en-suite bedroom with direct backyard access is ideal for guests, extended family or a private office suite. Upstairs, the impressive primary suite captures sweeping canyon views and features a dual-sided fireplace, private retreat, oversized walk-in closet and spacious bath with dual vanities, soaking tub and separate shower. Additional bedrooms and the expanded bonus room provide generous space for family, work, fitness or recreation.
The backyard is a true private retreat, featuring a saltwater PebbleTec pool and spa, cascading waterfalls, built-in BBQ island with bar seating, fire pit and custom landscaping, all overlooking the serene canyon backdrop.
Additional highlights include fully paid solar, repiping, central vacuum, integrated sound wiring and three-car garage parking with a separate single-car garage offering additional flexibility for storage, fitness or hobbies.
A rare opportunity to enjoy space, privacy and resort-style living in one of Laguna Niguel's premier view locations.
Property details for 28821 Drakes
This 5-bedroom, 5-bath single-family home sits in the Hillcrest Estates neighborhood of Laguna Niguel in Orange County. It has 4,394 square feet of living space on a 7,190-square-foot lot and is listed at $2,999,000, about $683 per square foot. The home was built in 2005. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 639-038-08. Highlights include panoramic and city lights views, a private pool and spa, a fireplace, a guard-gated community, an attached three-car garage, and central air.
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Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- SB26088028
- Year Built
- 2005
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 4,394
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 7,190
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1651
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full Baths
- 4
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Parking Spaces
- 3
- View
- City Lights, Canyon, Hills, Mountains, Panoramic
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $300
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Hillcrest Estates
- Parcel Number
- 63903808
- On Market Date
- 2026-04-23
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, Central Vacuum, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Two Story Ceilings, Wired For Sound, Bedroom On Main Level, Dressing Area, Entrance Foyer, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Built In Range, Barbecue, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Primary Bedroom
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Casement Windows, Custom Coverings, Double Pane Windows, Plantation Shutters, Tinted Windows
- Doors
- Double Door Entry, French Doors
- Rooms
- Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Bathroom, Kitchen, Dining Room, Primary Bathroom, Bonus Room, Foyer, Laundry, Bedroom, Office
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Barbecue, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Fire Pit
- Roof
- Tile
- Construction
- Stucco, Copper Plumbing
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Near Park, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- See Remarks
- Parking
- Concrete, Door Multi, Direct Access, Door Single, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Private, Garage Faces Side, Storage
- Pool Features
- In Ground, Private
- Spa
- In Ground, Private
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Faces
- Southeast
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Hillcrest Estates (HILE)
- Community Features
- Biking, Hiking, Suburban, Gated, Park
- Association Amenities
- Controlled Access, Picnic Area, Guard, Security, Trails
- Security
- Gated With Guard, Gated Community, Security Guard
The record
Property History for 28821 Drakes
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2026 | Status changed to Active | From Withdrawn | |
| Sep 25, 2026 | Price reduced | $2,999,000 | From $3,199,000 |
| Sep 14, 2026 | Status changed to Withdrawn | From Active | |
| Aug 20, 2026 | Price reduced | $3,199,000 | From $3,200,000 |
| Jul 29, 2026 | Price increased | $3,200,000 | From $3,199,000 |
| Jun 26, 2026 | Price reduced | $3,199,000 | From $3,490,000 |
| Apr 23, 2026 | Status changed to Active | From Coming Soon | |
| Apr 23, 2026 | Listed for sale | $3,490,000 |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 28821 Drakes
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 06059C0436J effective December 3, 2009. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
High 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, 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 106 of 106 residential locations in this census block. DSL: AT&T, up to 100 Mbps, at 84 of 106. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 106 of 106.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590423262001, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.5 miles away (ChargePoint, 2 Level 2 ports). 84 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
7.18% · 30-yr fixed$
$23,109/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $299,900 down
Principal & interest$18,285
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$1,125
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$2,524
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$875
HOA from listing$300
$19,952/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $599,800 down
Principal & interest$16,253
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$2,524
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$875
HOA from listing$300
$17,920/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $899,700 down
Principal & interest$14,221
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$2,524
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$875
HOA from listing$300
Estimated carrying cost
$3,699/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.01%)$2,524
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$875
HOA from listing$300
Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.18% (week of Nov 5, 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 Laguna Niguel rate, excluding Mello-Roos. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.
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The neighborhood
About Laguna Niguel
Set in the San Joaquin Hills between Laguna Beach and Dana Point, Laguna Niguel began in 1959 as one of California's first master-planned communities, laid out along Crown Valley Parkway. The city is served by the Capistrano Unified School District and contains Laguna Niguel Regional Park and its lake.
Laguna Niguel home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 423
- Median price
- $1,765,000
- Median days on market
- 17
- Median per sq ft
- $821
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Nov 5, 2025 to Nov 5, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent Laguna Niguel sales
At $683 per square foot, this home's asking price is 17% below the Laguna Niguel median of $821 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Laguna Niguel sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28581 La Cumbre | Nov 5, 2026 | $1,660,000 | 1,696 | $979 | 3 |
| 24306 Hillview | Nov 5, 2026 | $1,140,000 | 1,850 | $616 | 174 |
| 63 Poppy Hills | Nov 3, 2026 | $4,850,000 | 5,069 | $957 | 0 |
| 32042 Isle Vista | Nov 3, 2026 | $3,625,000 | 3,425 | $1,058 | 5 |
| 29131 Kensington Drive | Nov 2, 2026 | $1,855,000 | 1,950 | $951 | 17 |
Schools
Schools for 28821 Drakes
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Moulton
- Middle
- Aliso Viejo
- High
- Aliso Niguel
- District
- Capistrano Unified
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Listed by Kun Tao of Harvest Realty South Bay
Listing information updated Nov 7, 2026 at 6:31 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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