Welcome to 26 Mercato in the highly sought-after Marina Hills community of Laguna Niguel. This beautifully upgraded 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 1,559 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. From the moment you arrive, the landscaped courtyard and wrap-around patio invite you to relax outdoors. Gather around the built-in gas BBQ, cozy up by the firepit, or unwind in the private spa with waterfall feature—this backyard was made for enjoying California living. Inside, the home is filled with natural light thanks to soaring ceilings, a skylight, and large windows. A stacked stone fireplace anchors the living room, while crown molding, updated lighting, and fresh finishes add warmth throughout. A separate dining area with nearby wine storage and built-in cabinetry, making entertaining effortless. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, soft close drawers and cabinets, large pantry with pull out shelves, and a lovely view of the backyard and soothing waterfall feature. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite includes a walk-in closet in the the remodeled bath with a sleek walk-in shower, and great storage in the dual sink vanity area. Two additional bedrooms down the hall share a well-appointed full bath with tub and shower, while a downstairs powder room has also been tastefully updated. Additional highlights include PEX re-piping, dual-pane windows, ceiling fans, central AC, a Nest thermostat, Ring doorbell, and an epoxy-finished garage with recessed lighting, keyless entry keypad, MyQ garage door opener, ample storage, and a generous driveway. The home has been repiped with Pex piping, and the exterior of the home and backyard pergola have been freshly painted within the past year. Living in Marina Hills means access to resort-style amenities: an Olympic-size pool, spa, clubhouse, tennis, pickleball, and more. Nearby trails connect you to Salt Creek Beach, and you’ll be close to shopping, dining, world-class resorts, and easy freeway and toll road access. This home offers the perfect balance of comfort, style, and convenience. This is an amazing opportunity to own a single family residence (only attached on one side) in a beautiful area of Laguna Niguel. Enjoy the perfect South Orange County climate and beach close living in this lovely home.
Sold for $1,200,000
Listed by: Berkshire Hathaway HomeService • Dana Wall • Contact: 949-892-9598
Bought with: Maximus Properties
$1,200,000
26 Mercato, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
3beds
1,559sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1988
4,800 Square Feet Lot
$1,213,900 Zestimate®
$770/sqft
$4,916 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,213,900
$1.12M - $1.32M
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Listed by:
Dana Wall DRE #01227433 949-892-9598,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Bought with:
Michael Minassian, DRE #02080789
Maximus Properties
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: LG25225270
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Other, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Closet, Dual Sinks, Enclosed Toilet, Linen Closet, Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Tub Shower, Upgraded
Kitchen
- Features: Built-in Trash/Recycling, Pots & Pan Drawers, Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Self-closing Cabinet Doors, Self-closing Drawers, Updated Kitchen
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Barbecue, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Dry Bar, Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, All Bedrooms Up, Entrance Foyer, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Screens, Skylight(s)
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: 1 Common Wall
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,559 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Storage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Fire Pit
- Pool features: Community, Heated, Lap, Association
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: In Ground, Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: Ocean Side Of Freeway
Lot
- Size: 4,800 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Close to Clubhouse, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Lawn, Near Park, Near Public Transit, Sprinkler System
Details
- Parcel number: 65327168
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Drywall, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Concrete,Spanish Tile
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled,Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Curbs, Gutter(s), Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Park, Pool
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Monaco I (Niguel East) (Mhm)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Sport Court, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
- HOA fee: $225 monthly
- HOA name: Marina Hills Planned Community Association
- HOA phone: 714-508-9070
Location
- Region: Laguna Niguel
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $770/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $803,828
- Annual tax amount: $8,056
- Date on market: 9/26/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 10 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,Submit
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Outdoor Barstools.
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/7/2025 | Sold | $1,200,000+0.4%$770/sqft |
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| 10/23/2025 | Pending sale | $1,195,000+58.3%$767/sqft |
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| 9/10/2025 | Listing removed | $5,000$3/sqft |
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| 8/28/2025 | Listed for rent | $5,000$3/sqft |
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| 6/26/2025 | Listing removed | $5,000$3/sqft |
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| 5/29/2025 | Listed for rent | $5,000$3/sqft |
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| 4/17/2020 | Listing removed | $755,000$484/sqft |
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| 4/17/2020 | Listed for sale | $755,000+2.7%$484/sqft |
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| 4/15/2020 | Sold | $735,000-2.6%$471/sqft |
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| 3/6/2020 | Pending sale | $755,000$484/sqft |
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| 3/2/2020 | Price change | $755,000-0.7%$484/sqft |
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| 2/8/2020 | Price change | $760,000-0.7%$487/sqft |
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| 1/18/2020 | Price change | $765,000-2%$491/sqft |
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| 12/3/2019 | Price change | $780,500-2.3%$501/sqft |
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| 10/2/2019 | Listed for sale | $799,000$513/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,056 +1.7% | $803,828 +2% |
| 2024 | $7,920 +2.2% | $788,067 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,752 +2% | $772,615 +2% |
| 2022 | $7,603 +2% | $757,466 +2% |
| 2021 | $7,455 -6.3% | $742,614 +82.6% |
| 2020 | $7,958 +96% | $406,733 +2% |
| 2019 | $4,061 +2% | $398,758 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,980 +4.1% | $390,940 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,825 | $383,275 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,825 +2% | $375,760 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,750 +3.6% | $370,116 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,620 | $362,866 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $361,227 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $354,145 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $347,201 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $344,607 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $345,426 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $338,653 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $332,013 +5.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $314,798 +2.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $307,323 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $301,298 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $295,776 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $289,977 +2% |
| 2001 | $2,829 +1.9% | $284,292 +2% |
| 2000 | $2,776 | $278,718 |
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Neighborhood: 92677
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