About 257 Avenida La Cuesta
First time on the market in over 50 years for a reason, this home has been loved & enjoyed by its owners for decades. Well-positioned on an ocean-view terrace high on the hillside above Broadmoor, this beyond-desirable home is sure to intrigue those in pursuit of a single-level with major views. Offering several values: No HOA, ranch-style floor plan all on one level (4 beds & 2 baths) with an open atrium courtyard entry, ideally positioned on a quiet single-loaded side street lined with other significant custom estates, underground power (no power lines), newer presidential comp roof, rain gutters tied into upgraded site drainage/hardscaping, & Andersen windows/doors - this property really hits on several desirable value measures. Truly amazing views being higher on the hill of distant rolling hills, major sunsets, Saddleback mountain, ocean, Dana Headlands & harbor framed by a picture window in the dining room. A classic ranch style elevation with a large grassy yard, stone cladding, mature landscaping, & newer vinyl fencing with one side offering generous space & double vinyl doors for potential golf cart parking & convenient storage (large lockable storage shed included). The open air atrium patio offers access via multiple sliders to the family room, living room, & guest bedroom wing. The living & dining rooms feature picture windows & sliders showcasing the stunning views beyond, all warmed by a central fireplace. Recently updated, the kitchen offers crispy white shaker cabinetry, backsplash tile, stainless appliances, & quartz counter tops with peninsula bar seating all open to the family room. The main living spills out to both the rear lounging patio & atrium. A spacious primary suite offers major views, especially from bed when waking up toward the ocean horizon & Dana Point harbor. Three guest bedrooms at the end of the hallway share a full guest bathroom - all finished in LVP flooring throughout the entire interior. Occupying a large 8,190 SF lot, this property offers tremendous outdoor space with room for expansion, off-street parking, & a 2-car garage (laundry in garage). Central to all that Dana Point & San Clemente have to offer: new restaurants, great schools, trail systems, world-class surf, oceanfront beach trail / bike paths, shopping, the nearby Outlet mall, SC Pier, amazing beach access along the whole stretch of coast, & the forthcoming DP Harbor remodel currently underway. Truly an opportunity to be someone’s next forever home.
Features of 257 Avenida La Cuesta
| MLS® # | OC26181771 |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,895,000 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 2.00 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 1,965 |
| Acres | 0.19 |
| Year Built | 1967 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Custom, Ranch |
| Status | Active Under Contract |
Community Information
| Address | 257 Avenida La Cuesta |
|---|---|
| Area | SC - San Clemente Central |
| Subdivision | Rancho Margarita (RM) |
| City | San Clemente |
| County | Orange |
| Zip Code | 92672 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected |
|---|---|
| Parking Spaces | 4 |
| Parking | Concrete, Direct Access, Driveway Level, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Private, One Space, Side By Side |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Garages | Concrete, Direct Access, Driveway Level, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Private, One Space, Side By Side |
| View | City Lights, Hills, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Panoramic, Trees/Woods, Coastline, Harbor, Ocean, Valley, Water |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
| Pool | None |
Interior
| Interior | Vinyl |
|---|---|
| Interior Features | Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, See Remarks, Storage, All Bedrooms Down, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Galley Kitchen, Quartz Counters, Tile Counters |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Range Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator |
| Heating | Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas |
| Cooling | None |
| Has Basement | No |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Gas, Living Room, Gas Starter, Masonry, Raised Hearth |
| # of Stories | 1 |
| Stories | One |
Exterior
| Exterior | Glass, Concrete, Stucco, Stone |
|---|---|
| Exterior Features | Lighting, Rain Gutters |
| Lot Description | ZeroToOneUnitAcre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinkler System, Street Level, Trees, Rectangular Lot, Walkstreet |
| Windows | Blinds, Drapes, Insulated Windows, Screens |
| Roof | Composition, Shingle, See Remarks |
| Construction | Glass, Concrete, Stucco, Stone |
School Information
| District | Capistrano Unified |
|---|---|
| Elementary | Clarence Lobo |
| Middle | Shorecliff |
| High | San Clemente |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | August 24th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 7 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Agent | Christian Wach |
|---|---|
| Office | Talavera Real Estate |
