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$1,349,000
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15 Mercato

Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
bedrooms
2 Beds
bathrooms
1 Bath
square feet
1,188 Ft²
$6,829
Est. Monthly
$205
HOA / Fees

About This Property

BUYER COULDN'T PERFORM!! THEIR LOSS IS YOUR GAIN!! STUNNING, MARINA HILLS SINGLE STORY, single-family home. COMPLETELY remodeled from top to bottom, this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home has been reimagined into a refined coastal retreat where every detail has been beautifully upgraded. High end upgrades and finishes throughout. The gated courtyard entry offers a spacious and private outdoor living space, while the solar exterior lighting elevates the home to an entirely new level of beauty after sunset. Inside, the home blends warmth and modern design with engineered hardwood flooring, high ceilings and a bright, open layout filled with natural light. Impressively updated, the kitchen offers quartz countertops, soft-close custom cabinetry, a glass tile backsplash, and Miele stainless steel appliances, including a 5-burner stove, along with a Blanco sink and faucet. Designed as a tranquil retreat, the primary suite features custom lighting and two walls enhanced with additional sound-dampening materials to help minimize sound transfer and increase privacy. Completing the suite, the primary bathroom is appointed with a dual-sink vanity, custom cabinetry, porcelain tile and a spacious spa-like shower with dual shower heads. Custom closet doors enhance the secondary bedroom, which can also serve as a home office or den. Further showcasing the home's upgrades, the secondary bathroom is enhanced with porcelain tile and custom cabinetry. Outdoors, a private retreat awaits, featuring custom pavers, synthetic turf, and ample space for both relaxation and entertaining. Other notable features include PEX piping, Milgard windows and sliders, upgraded doors, handles and switch plates, Wi-Fi enabled kitchen and porch lighting, Graff plumbing fixtures in both bathrooms, remote skylight cover in primary suite, new interior paint, 4 exterior security cameras (included), Wi-Fi enabled garage door, epoxy garage floor, driveway and courtyard pavers and synthetic turf in front yard. Enjoy resort-style amenities including a pool, spa, clubhouse, tennis and pickleball courts, sports courts and beautifully maintained neighborhood parks. Easy access to Salt Creek Trail leads all the way to Salt Creek Beach, while nearby shopping, restaurants and Dana Point Harbor make this location coastal living at its finest. Low HOA and no Mello-Roos. With extensive upgrades throughout, this is an exceptional opportunity to own a gorgeous single-story home in a truly fabulous community.
Unit Size
1,188 Ft²
Days on Market
73 days
Land Size
0.14 acres
Price per sqft
$1,136
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
$205
Year Built
1987

Listed By

Linda Battisti
Harcourts TCG Real Estate

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Last updated: 12 days ago (CRMLS #OC26176069)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Oct 14, 2026 Relisted $1,349,000
Relisted
Oct 3, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Sep 25, 2026 Price Increased $1,349,000
↑ $50K (3.9%)
Price Increased
Sep 18, 2026 Price Decreased $1,299,000
↓ $60K (4.4%)
Price Decreased
Aug 12, 2026 Listed by Re/Max Property Connection $1,359,000
Listed by Re/Max Property Connection
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Property Highlights

Garage
Air Conditioning
Fireplace
Parking Details
Has Garage
Attached Garage
Has Open Parking
Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, DoorMulti
Garage Spaces: 2
Open Parking Spaces: 2
Interior Details
Full Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), SeparateFormalDiningRoom, QuartzCounters, AllBedroomsDown, MainLevelPrimary
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Refrigerator
Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
Door Features: Sliding Doors
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Fireplace Features: None
Exterior Details
Has Property Attached
Square Footage: 1188
Square Footage Source: $0
Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Architectural Style: Mediterranean
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1987
Levels: One
Window Features: Blinds, Skylight(s)
Construction Materials: Stucco
Patio and Porch Features: Patio, Stone
Pool Features: Community, In Ground, Association
Lot Features: Back Yard, Close to Clubhouse, Front Yard, Landscaped, NearPark
Lot Size Area: 6300
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.1446
Lot Size Square Feet: 6300
Tax Lot: 25
Water Source: Public
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: Central Air
Sewer : Public Sewer
Location Details
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Clubhouse, Sport Court, Dog Park, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Security, Tennis Court(s), BocceCourt, Pickleball
HOA Fee: $205
HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1987
  • Effective Year Built: 1987
  • Building Count: 1
  • Bedroom Count: 2
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 0
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 0
  • Building Style: 0
  • Exterior Walls Type: 0
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 0
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 7
  • Garage Square Area: 409
  • Parking Space Count: 2
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 6,300
  • Total Building Area: 1,188
  • Building Area: 1,188
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 1
  • Heating: 0
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,188
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: MONACO
  • Land Acres: 0000000145
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 1
  • Legal Description 1: N TR 12681 BLK LOT 25

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Capistrano Unified School District
  • Census Tract: 042330

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 35-F4
  • Subdivision Tract Number: 12681
  • Parcel: 653-271-56
  • Lot: 25
  • Latitude: 33.5249
  • Longitude: -117.692

    Address

  • Full Address: 15 Mercato
  • Address - House Number: 15
  • Address - Street Name: Mercato
  • State: CA
  • City Name: Laguna Niguel
  • Carrier Code: C072
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 8916
  • Zip Code: 92677

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $729,850
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 29-063

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1827
  • Valuation Date: Oct 18, 2023
  • Confidence Score: 76
  • Final Value: 964,956
  • High Value: 1,141,326
  • Low Value: 788,585

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $720,711
  • Assessed Land Value: $576,133
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $144,578

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Dec 17, 1997
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Jan 08, 1998
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 36
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 19980009608

    Financing

  • First Mortgage Financing Type: ADJ
Data used for valuation calculations is provided by RealtyHop, and other third party sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 15 Mercato built and last sold?
The property at 15 Mercato was built in 1987 and last sold on Dec 17, 1997 for $220,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 15 Mercato is $1,354,951.
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