This elegantly appointed true single-story home is in the highly sought after Village of Esencia community in Rancho Mission Viejo. Designated as a 55+ community, this dream home provides the perfect blend of luxury living and modern amenities in the heart of Orange County. This home enjoys one of the front-loaded lot locations, providing ease of access as well as an immaculately maintained curb appeal and front elevation. Enter through a columned front entry into a spacious, light, and bright flowing floorplan. Awash with natural light, the first impression is one of warmth and comfort. Hard wood floors, and elegant baseboards give this home a clean and crisp feel. The kitchen is an entertainer’s dream with Stainless Steel appliances, herringbone patterned backsplash, expansive island with bar top seating, quartz counters, spacious pantry, and pendant lighting. Family room is laid out in great room style with huge window wall overlooking the elegant exterior loggia and has direct open access to kitchen and dining room. The dining room is spacious enough for an 8- or 10-person dining set and enjoys that true indoor/outdoor California style with its 4 panel bifold glass doors. This floorplan was built for ease of use and perfect for entertaining with its open and bright feel. The primary bedroom is open and elegant and complete with plantation shutters, designer-colored accent walls, recessed cans, and plush carpet. Primary bath boasts dual vanity sinks, quartz counters, and dam-less walk-in shower with seamless glass and marble-like styled tilework. A massive walk-in closet, and tons of drawer space give this room a healthy amount of storage and organizational space. 2 Spacious primary suites plus a large office which could be used as a guest room or craft room. An ample indoor a separately spaced Laundry room is complete with linen uppers, huge laundry sink, and beautiful tiled floors. The backyard was perfectly thought out with expansive fireplace finished exterior loggia, elegant paver flatwork, immaculately maintained planters, and a low maintenance profile. HOA benefits also include pool and fitness center with plenty of planned community events. Other amazing features include a spacious secondary bedroom, recessed cans, 2 car spacious garage, rain gutters, and so much more. Call immediately for additional details!
Sold for $1,249,000
Listed by: Thomas Real Estate Group • Hillary Thomas • Contact: 714-998-8300
Bought with: Compass
$1,249,000
8 Platal St, Mission Viejo, CA 92694
2beds
1,814sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2019
4,879 Square Feet Lot
$1,247,400 Zestimate®
$689/sqft
$4,550 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,247,400
$1.15M - $1.35M
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Spacious secondary bedroomImmaculately maintained plantersAwash with natural lightMassive walk-in closetPendant lightingHerringbone patterned backsplashQuartz counters
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Listed by:
Hillary Thomas DRE #00880226 offers@thomasrealestategroup.com,
Thomas Real Estate Group,
Stephen Thomas DRE #01341809 714-998-8300,
Thomas Real Estate Group
Bought with:
John Tu, DRE #01776421
Compass
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PW25259729
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Library, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office, Retreat
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: 6 Burner Stove, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Down, Entrance Foyer, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite
- Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Wood
- Doors: Insulated Doors
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Outside
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,814 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Door-Multi, Direct Access, Driveway Level, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch
- Pool features: Community, Association
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Association, Community
- Fencing: Masonry
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 4,879 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Lawn, Landscaped, Level, Sprinkler System, Street Level, Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 75549115
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Drywall, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Concrete
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2019
Details
- Builder name: Shea
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Garage, Standard
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Hiking, Park, Suburban, Pool
- Senior community: Yes
- Subdivision: Cortesa (Escort)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Sport Court, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Maintenance Grounds, Meeting Room, Meeting/Banquet/Party Room, Maintenance Front Yard, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Paddle Tennis, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Pets Allowed, Recreation Room, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
- HOA fee: $438 monthly
- HOA name: Esencia
- HOA phone: 949-625-6500
Location
- Region: Mission Viejo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $689/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $931,679
- Annual tax amount: $14,594
- Date on market: 11/14/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 74 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/18/2026 | Sold | $1,249,000$689/sqft |
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| 2/10/2026 | Pending sale | $1,249,000$689/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #PW25259729 Report a problem | ||
| 1/28/2026 | Contingent | $1,249,000$689/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #PW25259729 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2026 | Price change | $1,249,000-7.4%$689/sqft |
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| 1/16/2026 | Price change | $1,349,000-3.5%$744/sqft |
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| 11/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,398,000+67.3%$771/sqft |
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| 4/30/2019 | Sold | $835,500$461/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,594 +1.1% | $931,679 +2% |
| 2024 | $14,440 +0.5% | $913,411 +2% |
| 2023 | $14,363 +1.8% | $895,501 +2% |
| 2022 | $14,111 +1.4% | $877,943 +2% |
| 2021 | $13,918 +2% | $860,729 +1% |
| 2020 | $13,649 | $851,904 +20.5% |
| 2019 | $13,649 +6.5% | $706,960 +112.7% |
| 2018 | $12,820 +59.3% | $332,349 +2% |
| 2017 | $8,048 | $325,833 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 92694
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Esencia TK-8Grades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Esencia MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Tesoro High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Tesoro
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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