Extremely Rare San Clemente Coastal Triplex – Welcome to an exceptional investment opportunity—a meticulously maintained triplex located in the heart of San Clemente, nestled on the desirable north side of Trafalgar Canyon. This coastal beauty boasts unbeatable curb appeal and is walking distance to everything that makes San Clemente special: T-Street Beach, the San Clemente Pier and walking trail, and Downtown’s vibrant shopping and dining. Property Highlights: Three Fully Appointed Units (2) Lower-level 2 Bed / 1 Bath units, each with two private decks (1) Upper-level 3 Bed / 2 Bath loft-style unit with a sprawling private deck. Interior Features in Every Unit include Full-size washer & dryer behind shuttered doors, Refrigerator, dishwasher, and modern appliances. New paint and new ceiling fans throughout. New flooring in Units 1 & 2. Unit 1: Brand new kitchen & fully remodeled bathroom. Garage & Parking - Each unit has its own 2-car garage with storage cabinets, remotes, keypads & timed lighting. BONUS: One additional 2-car garage – perfect for owners or added tenant use. Exterior Improvements include - New roof. Full exterior painting & conditioning, with all cracks repaired. Professionally designed landscaping surrounding the property. Outdoor lighting and electrical upgraded for both security and ambiance. Construction materials & pavers removed, making way for future outdoor entertainment areas. Two new rear staircases add value and functionality, sparking future expansion or enhancement ideas. This is more than an income property—it’s a rare lifestyle asset. It radiates pride of ownership from top to bottom and offers tremendous upside potential in a location that’s nearly impossible to beat. Whether you’re looking to live in one unit and rent the others, or add a trophy investment to your portfolio, this San Clemente Triplex delivers on every level.
Sold for $3,150,000
Listed by: HomeSmart Realty West • Laurie Garcia • Contact: 951-491-7800
Bought with: Associated Realtors
$3,150,000
251 Avenida Madrid, San Clemente, CA 92672
7beds
4baths
3,904sqft
Triplex
Built in 1977
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$807/sqft
$5,565 Estimated rent
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Listed by:
Laurie Garcia DRE #01717293 951-757-9979,
HomeSmart Realty West,
Maria Santi DRE #02108098 323-646-8819,
HomeSmart Realty West
Bought with:
Mei Su, DRE #02210188
Associated Realtors
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SW25231642
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 4
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Balcony, Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Storage
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
- Doors: Mirrored Closet Door(s), Sliding Doors
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: Item2CommonWalls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,904
- Total interior livable area: 3,904 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Assigned, Door-Single, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Private, Storage
- Garage spaces: 8
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Street
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood, Ocean, Peek-A-Boo, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Lot
- Size: 8,276 Square Feet
- Features: Item25UnitsAcre, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Sprinklers In Front
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 05810414
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Triplex
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Curbs, Golf, Hiking, Park, Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Sidewalks, Water Sports
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: San Clemente
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $807/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,601,000
- Annual tax amount: $26,260
- Date on market: 10/3/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 228 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,Item1031Exchange,Owner May Carry,Private Financing Available,Relocation Property
- Total actual rent: 13092
- Tenant pays: All Utilities
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/18/2026 | Sold | $3,150,000-4.5%$807/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #SW25231642 Report a problem | ||
| 1/21/2026 | Contingent | $3,300,000$845/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #SW25231642 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,300,000$845/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #SW25231642 Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2025 | Listing removed | $3,300,000$845/sqft |
Source: BHHS broker feed #SW25108007 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,300,000+29.4%$845/sqft |
Source: BHHS broker feed #SW25108007 Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2023 | Sold | $2,550,000$653/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #OC22220123 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2023 | Pending sale | $2,550,000$653/sqft |
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| 6/16/2023 | Price change | $2,550,000-3.5%$653/sqft |
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| 4/10/2023 | Price change | $2,642,000-5.5%$677/sqft |
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| 1/20/2023 | Price change | $2,795,000-1.8%$716/sqft |
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| 12/8/2022 | Price change | $2,845,000-1.9%$729/sqft |
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| 10/15/2022 | Listed for sale | $2,900,000+820.6%$743/sqft |
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| 4/18/2018 | Listing removed | $2,600$1/sqft |
Source: Del Mar Rentals #OC18038987 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2018 | Listed for rent | $2,600$1/sqft |
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| 6/11/1997 | Sold | $315,000$81/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $26,260 +1.7% | $2,601,000 +2% |
| 2024 | $25,824 -27.1% | $2,550,000 +26.6% |
| 2023 | $35,446 +621% | $2,014,500 +316.7% |
| 2022 | $4,916 +2% | $483,438 +2% |
| 2021 | $4,821 +2.5% | $473,959 +1% |
| 2020 | $4,702 | $469,100 +2% |
| 2019 | $4,702 +2% | $459,902 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,609 +4.1% | $450,885 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,429 | $442,045 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,429 +2% | $433,378 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,343 +3.6% | $426,869 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,193 | $418,508 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $416,617 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $408,449 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $400,441 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $397,449 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $398,394 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $390,583 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $382,925 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $375,417 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $368,056 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $360,840 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $354,227 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $347,282 +2% |
| 2001 | $3,694 +1.7% | $340,473 +2% |
| 2000 | $3,630 | $333,798 |
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Neighborhood: 92672
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