This Laguna Niguel trophy estate is nestled within the highly regarded guard-gated Palmilla community. Upon passing through the private gate, a picturesque cobblestone driveway lined with majestic Queen Palms guides you to the grand entrance, where a delightful fountain welcomes you. Stepping into the marbled entryway, you'll be greeted by the home's tall windows that bathe the interior in radiant natural light. The main floor boasts an custom office/library with built-ins and glass cabinetry, a living room featuring a mantled fireplace, dramatic staircase, a bar area with a wine fridge, wine rack, and glass cabinetry, and a formal dining room. Down the hallway, you'll discover a chef's dream kitchen, complete with a sprawling island, a five-burner gas stove, double ovens, a built-in microwave, steamer, a pantry, and generous counter space. The adjacent family room invites you to enjoy the company of loved ones while you prepare gourmet meals. Numerous French doors throughout the home open onto an outdoor oasis, revealing breathtaking 270-degree panoramic views of South Orange County, encompassing beaches, mountains, and city lights. The outdoor space offers multiple patios, a cozy firepit, a resort-like pool and spa, and picturesque view balconies. Convenience and accessibility are paramount with the inclusion of a custom-built McKinley elevator, providing easy access to the four spacious second-floor bedroom suites, each with its private bathroom, as well as a ground floor bedroom with a ¾ bath. The master retreat features a sitting area, a fireplace, a vaulted ceiling, a cedar-lined closet within a walk-in closet, wooden and glass cabinetry, and a private balcony. The adjoining master bath boasts an oversized jetted tub and its own fireplace, with expansive views visible from many of the windows. Upstairs, a sizable bonus room/6th bedroom with stellar views and can easily serve as a guest or in-law apartment, with beautiful beamed ceilings, built-in wooden cabinetry, a bar sink, microwave, and counter areas. An outdoor staircase provides access to a pool house room complete with a fridge, sink, stackable washer/dryer, and a ¾ bath. Additional amenities include a downstairs laundry room equipped with a laundry chute, as well as ample garage and on-premises parking. This meticulously designed property is an entertainer's delight offering a turnkey luxury home with awe-inspiring views, all within the confines of an exclusive gated community.
Sold for $4,388,800
Listed by: Alta Realty Group CA, Inc • Kenneth Nodelman • 949-388-7876
Bought with: Coldwell Banker Realty
$4,388,800
48 Vista Montemar, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
6beds
5,748sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1989
0.38 Acres Lot
$5,204,700 Zestimate®
$764/sqft
$14,114 Estimated rent
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$4.74M - $5.73M
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Resort-like poolMantled fireplaceWine rackBar areaCustom-built mckinley elevatorCozy firepitDramatic staircase
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Listed by:
Kenneth Nodelman DRE #01255012 949-388-7876,
Alta Realty Group CA, Inc
Bought with:
Cliff Hsia, DRE #01867493
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC23177102
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Bedroom, Den, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Foyer, Game Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Library, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Media Room, Office, Other, Dining Room
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Granite Counters, Heated Floor, Jetted Tub, Separate Shower, Upgraded, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Built-in Trash/Recycling, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Kitchenette, Pots & Pan Drawers
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Softener, Trash Compactor, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater, Warming Drawer, Water Purifier
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Breakfast Area, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Central Vacuum, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Elevator, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Two Story Ceilings, Wired for Data, Bar, Wired for Sound, Bedroom on Main Level, Dressing Area, Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Stone
- Doors: Double Door Entry, French Doors
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Screens, Shutters
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Bath, Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 5,748 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Controlled Entrance, Door-Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Golf Cart Garage, Gated, Guarded, Paved, Public, Private, One Space
- Attached garage spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Ground
- Patio & porch: Covered, Lanai, Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Fire Pit
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gas Heat, Heated, In Ground, Private, Salt Water, Waterfall
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated, In Ground, Bath, Private
- Fencing: Block,Excellent Condition,Glass
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Coastline, Hills, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Ocean, Panoramic, Pool, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Coastline,Ocean,Water
Lot
- Size: 0.38 Acres
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Level, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinkler System, Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 65532113
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Intercom, Satellite Dish
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Copper Plumbing
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1989
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Phone Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Available, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Foothills, Golf, Hiking, Park, Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: Palmilla (Pal)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Maintenance Grounds, Pets Allowed, Guard, Security, Trail(s)
- HOA fee: $234 monthly
- HOA name: Palmillia
- HOA phone: 800-428-5588
- Second HOA fee: $175 monthly
- Second HOA name: Niguel Summit
- Second HOA phone: 800-428-5588
Location
- Region: Laguna Niguel
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $764/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $4,566,107
- Date on market: 10/3/2023
- Cumulative days on market: 1 day
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/12/2023 | Sold | $4,388,800$764/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #OC23177102 Report a problem | ||
| 10/5/2023 | Pending sale | $4,388,800$764/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #OC23177102 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $4,388,800+37.1%$764/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #OC23177102 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2020 | Sold | $3,200,000+8.2%$557/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2012 | Sold | $2,958,000-1.3%$515/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/9/2012 | Price change | $2,998,000-5.6%$522/sqft |
Source: Satcal Inc. #S684034 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2011 | Listed for sale | $3,175,000+34.5%$552/sqft |
Source: Prudential Calif Realty #S663423 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2009 | Sold | $2,360,000+62.8%$411/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/1998 | Sold | $1,450,000+55.1%$252/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/1995 | Sold | $935,000$163/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $4,566,107 +2% |
| 2025 | $45,162 +1.7% | $4,476,576 +2% |
| 2024 | $44,410 +45.8% | $4,388,800 +45.6% |
| 2023 | $30,456 +1.9% | $3,013,913 +2% |
| 2022 | $29,876 +2% | $2,954,817 +2% |
| 2021 | $29,300 +1.3% | $2,896,880 +1% |
| 2020 | $28,938 | $2,867,177 +2% |
| 2019 | $28,938 +2% | $2,810,958 +2% |
| 2018 | $28,366 +4% | $2,755,842 +2% |
| 2017 | $27,277 | $2,701,806 +2% |
| 2016 | $27,277 +2% | $2,648,830 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $26,752 +3.5% | $2,609,043 +2% |
| 2014 | $25,845 | $2,557,936 -15.9% |
| 2013 | -- | $3,041,830 +182.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,076,938 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,055,822 +2.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,029,840 -46.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,928,361 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,890,550 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,853,481 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,817,139 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $1,781,509 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $1,746,578 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $1,714,568 +6.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $1,610,752 +6.8% |
| 2001 | $15,340 +1.9% | $1,508,580 +2% |
| 2000 | $15,059 | $1,479,000 |
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Neighborhood: 92677
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