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Kevin Smith

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First Team Real Estate

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Houses California Orange County Mission Viejo
$5,900 Total Monthly Price

26531 Cardenio

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Mission Viejo, CA 92691

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  • Bedrooms

    4

  • Bathrooms

    3

  • Square Feet

    2,224 sq ft

  • Available

    Available Now

Highlights

  • Filtered Pool
  • Heated Spa
  • No Units Above
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Atrium Room
  • Deck
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About This Home

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Lives Like a Detached Home! Nestled in the picturesque hills of Mission Viejo within the highly desirable La Mancha community, this stunning Mediterranean-inspired residence features the coveted Dulcinea floor plan the largest in the community. Boasting 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 dens approximately 2,230 square feet of elegant living space, this exceptional home is offered for lease at $5,900 per month (approx. $2.65/sq. ft.) Designed for maximum privacy, this spacious three-level residence features soaring vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and premium pinewood flooring throughout. Expansive windows showcase tranquil hillside and lush greenbelt views. A charming brick fireplace anchors the inviting living room, which flows seamlessly into the formal dining area. From there, sliding doors lead out to a private view balcony perfect for relaxing. The remodeled chef's kitchen is equipped with soft-close mahogany cabinetry, granite countertops, a 5-burner stove, a BOSCH dishwasher, and a stainless steel refrigerator. Upgrades shine through every room, including brand-new upgraded lighting, new recessed lighting, modern 4" baseboards, fresh paint, new door handles, and new blinds. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite offers a double-door entry, vaulted ceilings, spectacular views, and a large walk-in closet with custom organizers. The primary and secondary baths have been beautifully refreshed with new bathroom vanities and new mirrors. Two additional generously sized bedrooms and a convenient linen closet complete the upper level. The private lower level provides a separate, complete living space ideal for guests, a home office, or multigenerational living. It features a second family room/den with its own brick fireplace, a fourth bedroom, a full bath with a walk-in shower, and a private atrium. Sliding doors open to a peaceful, covered patio surrounded by mature landscaping. Nearby, a dedicated laundry room with a closing door houses a high-end, large-capacity washer and dryer. Practical amenities include central AC and heating, a newer water heater, and an attached 2-car garage complete with an opener and storage cabinets. Even better, this lease includes a separate assigned parking space for a total of 3 parking spaces. Residents also enjoy two community pools, scenic trails, and Lake Mission Viejo membership privileges. Centrally located in the heart of Mission Viejo, you are just minutes from the Mission Shops, Mission Hospital.

26531 Cardenio is a house located in Orange County and the 92691 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Capistrano Unified School District attendance zone.

* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family Detached Home

Year Built

Built in 1976 | Remodeled

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Walk-In Closet Bathtub with Shower Remodeled Bathroom Walk-in Shower 4 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms 3 Full Bathrooms Mirrored Closets Doors Linen Closet In Bathroom Exhaust Fan In Bathroom Closet In Bathroom Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom Private Water Closet Low Flow Shower Low Flow Toliet

Flooring

Wood Laminate

Home Design

Traditional Architecture Spanish Tile Roof Turnkey Fire Rated Drywall Common Roof Stucco Slab Foundation Entry on the 1st floor

Home Security

Carbon Monoxide Detectors Fire and Smoke Detector

Interior Spaces

Atrium Room Family Room with Fireplace Cathedral Ceiling Den Double Pane Windows Living Room Living Room Balcony Recessed Lighting Storage Sliding Doors Dining Room Window Screens Gas Fireplace 2,224 Sq Ft Home 3-Story Property Drapes & Rods Blinds

Kitchen

Updated Kitchen Granite Countertops Eat-In Kitchen Bosch Dishwasher Gas Cooktop Gas Oven Free-Standing Range Microwave Dishwasher Self-Cleaning Oven Range Hood Disposal Built-In Trash or Recycling Cabinet Water Line To Refrigerator

Laundry

Laundry Room Dryer Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $5,900 Available 7/6/26 Tax Lot 13 Tax Tract Number 8498 Assessor Parcel Number 76123116 Rent includes association dues, trash collection

Location

Suburban Location

Lot Details

1,950 Sq Ft Lot No Units Above No Units Located Below Landscaped Paved or Partially Paved Lot Level Lot Two or More Common Walls Northeast Facing Home Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre Sprinkler System

Outdoor Features

Deck Covered Patio or Porch Outdoor Grill Rain Gutters Exterior Lighting

Parking

2 Car Direct Access Garage Assigned Parking Parking Lot Parking Available 1 Open Parking Space Garage Door Opener

Pool

Filtered Pool Heated In Ground Pool Heated Spa In Ground Spa Gas Heated Pool Gunite Pool Gunite Spa Fence Around Pool

Schools

Viejo Elementary School Newhart Middle School Capistrano Valley High School

Utilities

High-Efficiency Water Heater Forced Air Heating and Cooling System Gas Water Heater Cable TV Available Phone Available Underground Utilities Natural Gas Connected

Views

Neighborhood Views

Community Details

Overview

500 Units Property has a Home Owners Association La Mancha Subdivision

Pet Policy

Dogs and Cats Allowed Breed Restrictions Limit on the number of pets Pet Size Limit Pet Deposit $500

Recreation

Community Pool Community Spa

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

  • Cats
    • Allowed
  • Garage - Attached
  • Garage Lot

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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City - Mission Viejo

Mission Viejo showcases the best of Southern California living through its thoughtfully planned community design. Tree-lined streets and Mediterranean-style architecture characterize its neighborhoods, while Lake Mission Viejo serves as a central gathering spot where members enjoy swimming, fishing, and boat rentals throughout the year. The lake also hosts popular summer concerts and lakeside movie screenings. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate the Oso Creek Trail system, which winds through the city's parks and recreational areas.

The rental market in Mission Viejo offers options at various price points, with current average rents ranging from $2,207 for studios to $3,790 for three-bedroom homes. Rental rates have remained stable over the past year, showing changes between -1.1% and 1.1%. The city features The Shops at Mission Viejo and Kaleidoscope Center for shopping and dining, while Saddleback College brings educational opportunities to the area.

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Amenities
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Cable Ready
  • Fireplace
  • Sprinkler System
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Family Room
  • Views
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Patio
  • Porch
  • Deck
  • Spa
  • Pool
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Saddleback College
Drive: 7 min 2.9 mi
Brandman University
Drive: 15 min 10.7 mi
Irvine Valley College, Irvine
Drive: 18 min 11.1 mi
Concordia University Irvine
Drive: 19 min 12.3 mi
26531 Cardenio is within 7 minutes or 2.9 miles from Saddleback College. It is also near Brandman University and Irvine Valley College, Irvine.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Irvine International Academy
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
530 Students
Nearby
Viejo Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
447 Students
Attendance Zone
Newhart Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
1,105 Students
Attendance Zone
Capistrano Valley High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,991 Students
Attendance Zone
Marguerite Christian Pre School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
125 Students
Nearby
S. C. Academy for Highly Gifted Scholars
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
School data provided by The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.

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Transportation

26531 Cardenio is near John Wayne/Orange County, located 16.8 miles or 22 minutes away, and Long Beach (Daugherty Field), located 36.8 miles or 45 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Laguna Niguel/Mission Viejo
Drive: 7 min 4.1 mi
San Juan Capistrano
Drive: 12 min 7.4 mi
Irvine
Drive: 13 min 8.8 mi
San Clemente Metrolink Station
Drive: 19 min 13.7 mi
San Clemente Pier
Drive: 21 min 14.9 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
John Wayne/Orange County
Drive: 22 min 16.8 mi
Long Beach (Daugherty Field)
Drive: 45 min 36.8 mi
Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40 / 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
0 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50 / 100

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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean? Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs. Transit measures access to public transportation. Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads. Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling. How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
75 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Calm

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 26531 Cardenio.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Beverly Plaza
Walk: 18 min 0.9 mi
Mission Viejo Marketplace
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
Crown Valley Retail Center
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
26531 Cardenio has 3 shopping centers within 1.7 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Riley Wilderness Park
Drive: 9 min 5.5 mi
Aliso and Wood Wilderness Park
Drive: 15 min 6.9 mi
Tree of Life Nursery
Drive: 15 min 9.3 mi
Starr Ranch Sanctuary
Drive: 17 min 9.9 mi
O'Neill Regional Park
Drive: 20 min 10.9 mi
26531 Cardenio has 5 parks within 10.9 miles, including Riley Wilderness Park, Aliso and Wood Wilderness Park, and Tree of Life Nursery.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center
Drive: 10 min 4.8 mi
Hoag Orthopedic Institute
Drive: 13 min 9.9 mi
26531 Cardenio is 4.8 miles from MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center, and is convenient to other hospitals, including Hoag Orthopedic Institute.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Los Alamitos Army Airfield
Drive: 39 min 29.5 mi
Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton
Drive: 47 min 33.1 mi
March Air Reserve Base
Drive: 85 min 56.0 mi
26531 Cardenio has 3 military bases within 56.0 miles, the nearest is Los Alamitos Army Airfield which is 29.5 miles away and a 39 minute drive.

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About the Listing Agent

Kevin Smith

First Team Real Estate

Always happy to help Kevin Smith is a friendly, outgoing people person who loves to bring a smile. Other people's happiness is important to him, and he believes in being upfront and straight-forward Kevin is family oriented, with old-fashioned values. Treating others as he would want to be treated is something he believes in. He will walk you through the entire process of selling or purchasing your home, and together you all will make it happen. Call Kevin any time!

MLS Number: 52000
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