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$1,249,900

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 1,540 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
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Charming Cape Cod Style Home with Panoramic Views in Evergreen Lakeview. Discover this stunning Cape Cod style gem at the end of a serene cul-de-sac in the coveted Evergreen Lakeview neighborhood. Enjoy breathtaking, panoramic views from the mountains to Lake Mission Viejo. This private, quiet retreat features upgraded cherry hardwood and travertine flooring, elegant French doors, and classic plantation shutters. The lush, colorful landscaping blooms vibrantly in the spring.The spacious backyard is an entertainer's dream, with a large brick-covered patio surrounded by mature trees-perfect for hosting gatherings and enjoying front-row seats to July 4th fireworks. Inside, cozy up to the dual-faced wood/gas burning fireplace. The primary suite offers a private deck with sweeping views, a walk-in closet, and an attached bath with a newly refinished shower. Ample secondary bedrooms provide plenty of space for family or guests. As a member of private Lake Mission Viejo (just a quarter-mile away), indulge in two beaches, swimming, boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, and summer concerts. Benefit from award-winning schools and proximity to shopping, restaurants, and the 241 toll road. Don't miss out on this must-see home in a prime location!

Full Property Details for 28242 Elmwood

General

  • Price: $1,249,900
  • HOA FEE: $105/month
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRMLS
  • MLS ID: OC25178174
  • Updated: 8/8/2025
  • Days on Market: 164 days
  • Added to Site: 164 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: All Bedrooms Down, Family Room, Living Room
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Copper Plumbing (Full)
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Gas, Wood Burning, See-Through, Two-Way
  • Eating Areas: L-Shaped Dining Area
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Water Heater, Water Line to Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, In Garage

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: Picnic Area, Clubhouse
  • Pool Description: None
  • Spa Description: None

Exterior

  • Deck/Patio: Concrete, Covered

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Garage (Direct Access), Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage (Single Door), Street

Location

  • County: Orange
  • Subdivision: Evergreen Lakeview (EVEL)
  • Driving Directions: Olympiad/Melinda/Tobarra
  • Direction Faces: Northeast

School Information

  • School District: Saddleback Valley Unified
  • High School: TRAHIL2

Community

  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Suburban
  • Assoc. Name: Cardinal

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Structure Type: Single Family Residence
  • Builder: Mission Viejo Co.
  • Construction: Masonite, Stucco
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Composition
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Windows: Double-Pane Windows
  • Disability Access: None
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Stories/Levels: Two
  • Stories Description: Two
  • Square Feet: 1,540
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Year Built Source: Assessor

Unit Information

  • Units in Complex: 143

Lot Features

  • Property View: Hills, Lake, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Trees/Woods
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.0964
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,200
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Irrigation System: Sprinkler System
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Cul-de-Sac, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level with Street, Park Nearby, Sprinkler System
  • Fencing (Description): Block

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $811.62
  • Association Fee: $105
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
  • Other Fee: $178
  • Other Fee Type: Association Fee 2
  • Other Fee Freq.: Semi-Annually

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Standard

Listed by Regency Real Estate Brokers, Ronald Deak

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949-338-6260

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Schools serving 28242 Elmwood

School District:Saddleback Valley Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
Melinda Heights Elementary School
21001 Rancho Trabuco, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
K-61.6 mi
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate School
21931 Alma Aldea, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
7-82.8 mi
Trabuco Hills High School
27501 Mustang Run, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
9-121 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 28242 Elmwood Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/07/2025
Listed
$1,249,900
212.96%
MLS
7/02/2003
Sold
$399,375
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Tax History for 28242 Elmwood

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,029
2%
$494,884
2%
2024
$4,937
2%
$485,181
2%
2023
$4,819
2%
$475,668
2%
2022
$4,732
2%
$466,342
2%
2021
$4,636
1%
$457,199
1%
2020
$4,594
2%
$452,511
2%
2019
$4,502
2%
$443,639
2%
2018
$4,416
2%
$434,941
2%
2017
$4,327
2%
$426,413
2%
2016
$4,254
1%
$418,052
2%
2015
$4,218
2%
$411,773
2%
2014
$4,126
—
$403,707
—
2013
$4,123
—
$401,883
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28242 Elmwood, Mission Viejo, CA 92692 (MLS# OC25178174) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 28242 Elmwood is currently listed for $1,249,900 and was received on August 07, 2025. Want to learn more about 28242 Elmwood? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Mission Viejo? You can browse all Mission Viejo real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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