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26381 Amapola

Mission Viejo, CA 92691

$2,780,000
Bedrooms & bathrooms5 Beds • 5 Baths
Living area3,410 Sq Ft
Lot size0.3673 acres
Property typeSingle Family Residence
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Listing broker / agent: Balboa Real Estate, Inc · Peyman Kordnavahsi · 949-529-7418 · CRMLS

MLS # OC26242415 · Last checked Nov 14, 2026 18:52 UTC

About this property

Spectacular sunsets, golf course views, and resort-style living on an expansive 0.37-acre lot. An unexpected retreat in Mission Viejo, 26381 Amapola combines modern design, scenic views, and exceptional privacy. Surrounded by spacious homes, mature trees, and lush greenery, this reimagined residence captures the best of Southern California living. Transformed through more than a year of owner-led renovation, the home features an impressive open-concept great room and a chef-inspired kitchen with an oversized island, 48-inch range, custom cabinetry, and walk-in pantry. Elegant finishes, custom built-ins, and beautifully appointed bathrooms complete the interiors. Every bedroom enjoys its own outdoor space, with upstairs balconies capturing golf course views, greenery, and vibrant sunsets. The primary suite offers a secluded retreat, including a separate balcony accessed directly from the walk-in closet. A desirable first-floor ensuite bedroom with its own private courtyard is ideal for guests or multigenerational living. The five-bedroom layout includes three ensuite bedrooms, with two additional bedrooms sharing a double vanity bathroom. The resort-inspired backyard features a fully renovated pool with all-new equipment, Baja shelf, and dramatic waterfall feature. A custom stainless steel outdoor kitchen, expansive grassy lawns, and mature apple, lemon, pomegranate, and fig trees create an inviting setting for entertaining. A new retaining wall expands the usable yard space. An extended driveway and 14-foot-wide double metal gate provide access to gated side-yard parking for a small RV, boat, or truck. With no directly overlooking neighbors, captivating views, and a location near Mission Viejo Country Club, this exceptional property offers a rare combination of tranquility, versatility, and convenient access to shopping, dining, and major freeways. Schedule your private tour and experience this gem for yourself.

Property details

MLS number
OC26242415
Status
Active
Type
Residential
Subtype
Single Family Residence
Beds / baths
5 Beds • 5 Baths
Living area
3,410 Sq Ft
Lot size
0.3673 acres
County
Orange
Year built
1969
Stories
2
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Listing

Days on market
0

Building

Year built
1969
Year built source
Appraiser
Architectural style
Mediterranean, Modern
Stories
2
Building stories
2
Levels
Two
Entry level
1
Roof
Tile
Condition
Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
Living area source
Estimated

Bathrooms

Full bathrooms
4
Half bathrooms
1

Rooms & interior

Main-level bedrooms
1
Main-level bathrooms
2
Rooms
Attic, Entry Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other, Pantry, Wine Cellar, Dining Room
Appliances
Six Burner Stove, Barbecue, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood
Interior features
Balcony, Separate Formal Dining Room, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Attic, Main Level Primary, Multiple Primary Suites, Primary Suite, Walk In Pantry, Wine Cellar, Walk In Closets
Flooring
Tile, Vinyl
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Family Room, Gas, Primary Bedroom
Laundry
Inside, Laundry Room

Exterior & parking

Total parking spaces
8
Garage spaces
3
Parking
Boat, Concrete, Door Multi, Door Single, Driveway, Garage, Rv Access Parking
Attached garage
Yes
Pool
Permits, Private, Waterfall
Spa
None
Patio / porch
Concrete, Patio
Exterior features
Lighting, Rain Gutters
Lot features
Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped, Sprinkler System, Yard
Lot size source
Assessor
Fencing
Block, Stucco Wall
Property outlook
City Lights, Golf Course, Panoramic, Trees Woods

Utilities & community

Water
Private
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community features
Curbs, Sidewalks
Association amenities
Management

Fees & lease terms

Association
Yes
Association fee
$120.00
Association fee frequency
Monthly

Schools reported in the listing

Elementary school
Viejo
Middle / junior school
Newhart
High school
Capistrano Valley
High school district
Capistrano Unified

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Nearby public schools

Within 5 miles

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Nearby California public school locations, sorted by distance
School / districtGradesDistance
Viejo Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Mission Viejo K–5 0.5 mi
Bathgate Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Mission Viejo K–5 0.7 mi
Carl Hankey Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Mission Viejo K–5 0.8 mi
Carl Hankey Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Mission Viejo 6–8 0.8 mi
Linda Vista Magnet Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Mission Viejo K–6 1.1 mi
La Paz Intermediate Saddleback Valley Unified · Mission Viejo 7–8 1.3 mi
Esperanza Education Center Saddleback Valley Unified · Mission Viejo Not reported 1.3 mi
Mission Viejo High Saddleback Valley Unified · Mission Viejo 9–12 1.4 mi

Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.

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Price and tax history

Asking price

Current asking price
$2,780,000
MLS-reported original asking price
$2,780,000
Asking prices observed by this listing service
Observed (UTC)Asking price
Nov 12, 2026 22:24$2,780,000

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Property taxes

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Market trends in Mission Viejo

Active residential homes for sale in Mission Viejo, CA, available through this website's authorized feed. Includes residential subtypes; excludes rentals. Not the entire market or a valuation of this property.

Available listings171Current authorized inventory
Median asking price$1,099,000171 listings with a valid price
Median asking price / sq ft$666.19164 listings with confirmed sq ft
Median days on market30171 listings with MLS-reported days

Observed price activity · past 30 days

Listings with a reduction52
Listings with an increase1

52 currently active listings have an observed price-change pair ending in this period. A listing can appear in both counts.

Calculated 2026-11-14 21:16 UTC. Source: this website's authorized MLS inventory. Import progress, freshness rules and coverage affect the figures. Medians exclude missing/invalid values; price per sq ft is the median of individual listing ratios. Price observations are limited to the last 24 per listing and may miss changes between refreshes. This is not a complete 30-day market report, historical inventory trend, appreciation measure, or sold-price analysis.

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