$2,695,000

228 S La Esperanza San Clemente, CA 92672

4 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,306 sqft
0.1 acres
$1,169 / sqft
House

Property details

About 228 S La Esperanza

Recently renovated throughout with no intention of ever selling, this home is dialed-in at a level rare to come by. Situated in the hills right above downtown, this exceptional location captures ocean views while offering expansive outdoor spaces. A crisp mid-century elevation enhanced by mature palms, ascending clerestory windows, floating top-cast concrete steps, & a beautiful clear-cedar entry door. The front elevation is garnished by new low-maintenance landscaping & old-growth palms. A clean & crisp Scandinavian-inspired interior with abundant natural light draws you inside. Inside, peek ocean horizon views add to the family room warmed by the newly limewash-plastered fireplace. Finished in Oak-like LVP flooring, the family room flows into the dining & kitchen creating one large, open living space. All brand new & hardly-used, the impressive kitchen is newly-finished with Taj Mahal stone counters, quiet cabinetry, brand-new stainless appliances, & polished nickel faucet. The bonus room (potential kids play room or 5th bed) is just off the powder & completes the lower level. Relaxing interiors flow seamlessly into a massive backyard. Al fresco dining & lounging adds to an expansive grassy yard, rare to come by & so desirable. A very aesthetic & newly-rebuilt staircase anchors the home leading to 4 generous bedrooms. 3 guest bedrooms (1 ensuite w/ direct Dana headlands view) access the most luxurious guest bathroom. An operable skylight tempers the second floor. The primary suite features walls of glass framing crisp ocean horizon, sunsets, & Catalina Island views. An all-new, spa-like bath features a curbless shower with dual heads, dual sinks, aesthetic finishes, & high-end polished-nickel fixtures. The walk-in closet offers clever clothing organizers. NEW Improvements: 7.447KW solar w/ 2.0 net metering & 25-yr warranty, 125A panel, cooling-shingle roof 2023 w/ Velux skylight, ducting, dual-zone A/C, fully re-piped & re-wired, all lighting, all flooring, base & casing, doors & hardware, entry door, all bathrooms, kitchen, stairwell, entry stairs, landscaping & irrigation, fencing, dog-washing station & stackable laundry. An amazing opportunity combining several major values: significantly renovated top-to-bottom, major space inside & out, major ocean & coastline views, no power lines, near hiking tails, walkable to downtown restaurants & cafes, bikable to world-class surf at Trestles, nearby 2.5 mile beach trail, San Clemente Pier & sandy beaches.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric, Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump, Solar
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Dual, Electric, Other, Heat Pump, Zoned
Size2,306 sqft
Lot size0.1423 Acres
Year built1963
ParkingConcrete, Direct Access, Door-Single, Driveway, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Private, Side By Side
MLS #OC25035140
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceFamily Room, Gas, Gas Starter, Raised Hearth
ViewIsland, City Lights, Other, Hills, Neighborhood, Ocean

Summary

  • MLS Number: OC25035140
  • MLS Name: CRMLS
  • Office Name: Talavera Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (949) 370-3917
  • Listing Agent: Christian Wach

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mid-century inspired home featuring an attached garage, concrete driveway, and stucco siding

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Apr 18, 2022
Home Sold
$1,600,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$1,670,840$16,922
2023$1,632,000$16,502
2022$502,273$5,096
2021$492,425$4,998
2020$487,376$4,948
2019$477,820$4,758
2018$468,451$4,758
2017$459,266$4,665

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Clarence Lobo Academy of Innovation

Public District PK-5

1.0 mi

200 Avenida Vista Montana

5

Las Palmas Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.0 mi

1101 Calle Puente

5

Marblehead Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.8 mi

2410 Via Turqueza

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $81,926. The most common annual income of people living in San Clemente, CA is between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

28%
<35k
34%
35k-100k
28%
100k-200k
10%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

39%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
37%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
19%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Chico'sChico's
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • MazdaMazda
  • CadillacCadillac

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • RockRock
  • ClassicalClassical
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 228 S La Esperanza

This home is located at 228 S La Esperanza in San Clemente, CA and zip code 92672. This 2,306 square foot home, which was built in 1963, sits on a 0.14 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 25, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,695,000.

In January 2025 more than 12 listings in San Clemente, CA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 9 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 27 were sold below. The number of listings in San Clemente, CA increased by 13% between December and January 2025. Listings spent 55 days on the market in January 2025, and had a median list price of $1,700,000 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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