$1,699,000
UNDER CONTRACT

26175 Buscador Mission Viejo, CA 92692

Estimated payment $9,524/month

Total Views 3,669
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,123 Sq Ft
$800 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Panoramic View
  • Open Floorplan
  • Carl Hankey Middle School Rated A
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Maid or Guest Quarters

About This Home

Welcome to 26175 Buscador — a fully renovated 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom showpiece nestled in one of Mission Viejo’s most desirable communities. Boasting a custom floor plan and BRAND NEW high-end finishes throughout, this home is the perfect blend of style, comfort, and quality.
Step inside to an expansive, light-filled layout featuring a formal living room, formal dining room, and a separate family room. The heart of the home is the open-concept kitchen, redesigned to include a large entertainer’s island, quartz countertops, custom soft close, white oak cabinetry, walk-in pantry and premium THOR stainless steel appliances—all overlooking the main living areas and sunset panoramic views. Over $400,000 in brand new renovations.
Enjoy panoramic sunset views sitting around the fire pit from mountains to the ocean horizon. The backyard oasis is ideal for al fresco dining, relaxing, or hosting guests in style.
The private primary suite features a luxurious en suite bathroom. Additionally a permitted separate mother-in-law or guest suite offers its own en suite bath—ideal for multigenerational living or long-term guests.
All renovations were fully permitted by the City of Mission Viejo and completed by a licensed general contractor. Additional upgrades include wide-plank luxury flooring, dual-pane Milgard windows, upgraded HVAC, PEX plumbing, and electrical systems, and modern designer finishes in all bathrooms.
Located near top-rated schools, parks, shopping, dining, and Lake Mission Viejo. No Mello-Roos and low HOA dues. MUST SEE!

Listing Agent

Meredith Lancona

Legacy 15 Real Estate Brokers Brokerage Phone: 949-257-9480 License #01415935 Listed on: 07/30/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Julie Bullock

Legacy 15 Real Estate Brokers Brokerage Phone: 949-257-9480 License #01841424

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,254

Year Built

  • Built in 1980 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 5,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wrought Iron Fence
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Lawn
  • Front Yard

HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Two Garage Doors
  • Garage Door Opener

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • City Lights
  • Woods
  • Mountain
  • Hills
  • Valley

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Turnkey
  • Metal Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,123 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Formal Entry
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Self-Closing Drawers and Cabinet Doors

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • All Upper Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup

Schools

  • Carl Hankey Elementary School
  • Capistrano Valley High School

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Suburban Location
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 12
  • Tax Tract Number 10553
  • Assessor Parcel Number 78209112
  • $21 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • Oso Valley Greenbelt Association, Phone Number (949) 716-3998
  • Lake Mission Viejo Association
  • Powerstone HOA
  • Cortez Subdivision

Amenities

  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Picnic Area

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,254

Year Built

Built in 1980 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$117 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Subdivision Name Other: Cortez (CZ)
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Architectural Style: Spanish
  • Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 78209112
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Special Features: UnderContract

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2123.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), In-Law Floorplan, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Breakfast Nook, In Kitchen
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 800.28
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Up, Family Room, Formal Entry, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Separate Family Room
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Shower In Tub, Double Sinks In Primary Bath, Remodeled, Upgraded, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Quartz Counters, Remodeled Kitchen, Self-Closing Cabinet Doors, Self-Closing Drawers

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • View: City Lights, Hills, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Trees/Woods, Valley
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Block, Wrought Iron
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Metal
  • Spa: No
  • Construction Materials: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Number Remotes: 1
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Electric: Electricity - On Property
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Association: Lake Mission Viejo
  • Amenities: Barbecue, Picnic Area
  • Association Fee: 101.93
  • Association #2 Fee: 14.92
  • Association #2 Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Oso Valley Greenbelt
  • Phone: 949-716-3998
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Suburban
  • Association Management: Powerstone

Schools

  • School District: Capistrano Unified
  • Elementary School: Carl Hankey
  • High School: Capistrano Valley
  • Elementary School: Carl Hankey
  • High School: Capistrano Valley
  • Elementary School #2: CARHAN
  • High School2: CAPVAL

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Lawn, Level with Street, Sprinkler System
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5000.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1148

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 5000.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 320.40
  • Tax Lot: 12
  • Tax Tract Number: 10553
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 21.00

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $4,254 $1,222,000 $989,998 $232,002
2024 $4,254 $425,557 $205,768 $219,789
2023 $4,163 $417,213 $201,733 $215,480
2022 $4,082 $409,033 $197,778 $211,255
2021 $4,002 $401,013 $193,900 $207,113
2020 $3,962 $396,902 $191,912 $204,990
2019 $3,883 $389,120 $188,149 $200,971
2018 $3,807 $381,491 $184,460 $197,031
2017 $3,731 $374,011 $180,843 $193,168
2016 $3,658 $366,678 $177,297 $189,381
2015 $3,619 $361,171 $174,634 $186,537
2014 $3,548 $354,097 $171,214 $182,883
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/09/2025 09/09/25 For Sale $1,699,000 0.0% $800 / Sq Ft
09/08/2025 09/08/25 Off Market $1,699,000 -- --
07/30/2025 07/30/25 For Sale $1,699,000 +39.0% $800 / Sq Ft
08/16/2024 08/16/24 Sold $1,222,000 +25.5% $576 / Sq Ft
05/21/2024 05/21/24 Pending -- -- --
05/03/2024 05/03/24 For Sale $974,000 -- $459 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,222,000 Fidelity National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,240,000 New Conventional
Closed $1,143,750 Construction
Previous Owner $173,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $174,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $124,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $190,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $139,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC25170770

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 782-091-12