YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS ONE!!! Nestled within the privately gated Falcon View Estates—one of Orange County’s best-kept secrets—this stunning 5,903 sq. ft. custom estate is perched atop a 13,680 sq. ft. cul-de-sac lot, offering unmatched privacy, luxury, and sweeping mountain views. As one of only six custom-built residences in this secluded 42-acre enclave, this home delivers an extraordinary level of exclusivity and sophistication.
Designed for both grand entertaining and everyday comfort, this six-bedroom, seven-bath masterpiece boasts extensive designer upgrades throughout. The show-stopping primary suite which is downstairs is a true private sanctuary—featuring a spacious bedroom with its own sitting area, a warm natural fireplace, direct backyard and pool access, dual walk-in closets, and a spa-inspired primary bath. An additional bedroom with its own bath is located on the first floor, making this home ideal for multi-generational living or a luxurious guest retreat.
The gourmet chef’s kitchen flows seamlessly into the dramatic, high-ceilinged family and dining room, where walls of windows frame panoramic views of the sparkling pool and rolling hills. Upstairs, an expansive media room is purpose-built for entertainment, complete with a custom cherry-and-quartz bar, kitchenette, and French doors that open to a covered balcony with hillside vistas.
A four-car attached garage (882 sq. ft.) with epoxy floors and sectional steel doors provides ample space for your vehicles and storage needs. Recent upgrades include a fully paid solar system, fresh interior and exterior paint, new pebble-tech pool resurfacing with high-efficiency heater, brand-new hardwood flooring on both levels, updated bathrooms with quartz counters and modern fixtures, and custom wood shutters throughout.
Beyond the home’s luxurious interior, enjoy direct access to Whiting Ranch Regional Park and Cleveland National Forest, where hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian adventures await. The rare low-density development of Falcon View Estates ensures lasting exclusivity while maintaining convenient access to SR-241, just minutes away—offering seamless connectivity to all of Orange County.
This is more than a home—it is a private retreat, thoughtfully designed and meticulously upgraded for those who demand the very best. Schedule a showing today and experience the perfect blend of luxury, privacy, and nature.
For sale
Listed by: CENTURY 21 Affiliated
$3,899,000
18041 Merlin St, Silverado, CA 92676
6beds
5,903sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
0.31 Acres Lot
$3,708,600 Zestimate®
$661/sqft
$450/mo HOA
What's special
Warm natural fireplaceSpa-inspired primary bathDual walk-in closetsExtensive designer upgrades throughoutCustom cherry-and-quartz barSix-bedroom seven-bath masterpieceSweeping mountain views
- 137 days |
- 399 |
- 8 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Bryan Feltman DRE #02037659 949-235-0630,
CENTURY 21 Affiliated,
Stacy Feltman DRE #01736886,
CENTURY 21 Affiliated
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC26016098
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSLoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Den, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office, Other, Pantry, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Enclosed Toilet, Full Bath on Main Level, Granite Counters, Jetted Tub, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Vanity
Kitchen
- Features: Butler's Pantry, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Pots & Pan Drawers, Utility Sink, Walk-In Pantry
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Pantry
- Features: Walk-In Pantry
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Laundry: Laundry Chute, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Balcony, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Central Vacuum, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Multiple Staircases, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Two Story Ceilings, Bar, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Shutters
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Family Room, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 5,903 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Concrete, Door-Multi, Driveway Level, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side
- Attached garage spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main Floor
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Covered, Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Brick Driveway
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, Gas Heat, Pebble, Permits, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Gunite, In Ground, Permits, Private
- Fencing: Good Condition,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Canyon, Hills, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.31 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Rectangular Lot, Sprinkler System, Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 86609107
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Spanish Tile
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Propane, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Foothills, Near National Forest, Storm Drain(s), Gated
- Security: Prewired, Fire Detection System, Security Gate, Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Controlled Access, Maintenance Grounds
- HOA fee: $450 monthly
- HOA name: Falcon View Estates
- HOA phone: 714-288-8520
Location
- Region: Silverado
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $661/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,311,064
- Annual tax amount: $13,406
- Date on market: 2/15/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 137 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$3,708,600
$3.52M - $3.89M
$7,909/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,899,0000%$661/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #OC26016098 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2025 | Listing removed | $3,899,888$661/sqft |
Source:  SDMLS #OC25025374 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,899,888+71.4%$661/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #OC25025374 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2022 | Sold | $2,275,000-15.7%$385/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: SDMLS #OC21134263 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2021 | Listed for sale | $2,699,000+17.4%$457/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #OC21134263 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2014 | Listing removed | $2,299,000$389/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX FINE HOMES #OC14052985 Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2014 | Listed for sale | $2,299,000$389/sqft |
Source: Lee Ann Canaday, Broker #OC14052985 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,406 +1.9% | $1,311,064 +2% |
| 2024 | $13,162 +2.4% | $1,285,357 +2% |
| 2023 | $12,851 -6% | $1,260,154 -5.2% |
| 2022 | $13,673 +2.2% | $1,328,817 +2% |
| 2021 | $13,380 +0.9% | $1,302,762 +1% |
| 2020 | $13,260 | $1,289,404 +2% |
| 2019 | $13,260 +2% | $1,264,122 +2% |
| 2018 | $12,995 +4% | $1,239,336 +2% |
| 2017 | $12,499 | $1,215,036 +2% |
| 2016 | $12,499 +1.7% | $1,191,212 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $12,293 +3.6% | $1,173,319 +2.2% |
| 2014 | $11,861 | $1,148,138 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $1,142,950 |
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Neighborhood: 92676
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- 10/10Portola Hills Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1.5 mi
- 6/10Serrano Intermediate SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 5.7 mi
- 8/10El Toro High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.2 mi
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