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$1,700,000
New Listing

31226 Belford Drive
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
3
Beds
3
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
2,851
SqFt
$596
/SqFt
1981
Built
Subdivision:
Belford Terrace (BT)
County:
Orange
Listed by David Kline Lovett of Next Home First Choice Realty [email protected]
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Belford Terrace area • 0.4 mi to St. Margaret’s Episcopal School • Owned solar • Cathedral ceilings • Skylights • Major primary bath remodel • Large office/Den • Synthetic turf yards • Three-car garage Set on a 10,500 sq ft lot in the Belford Terrace area of San Juan Capistrano, 31226 Belford Dr. offers 2,851 sq ft of thoughtfully upgraded living space with a focus on light, scale, and long-term efficiency. Cathedral ceilings, skylights, crown molding, recessed lighting, and double-pane windows create a bright interior, while two marble fireplaces provide architectural anchors in the living and family rooms. The expansive downstairs office delivers privacy and flexibility, making it suitable for a variety of uses. The kitchen is outfitted with extensive cabinetry featuring pull-out drawers, Pergo flooring, a Bosch dishwasher, Jenn-Air microwave, oven and stove and generous storage. Plantation shutters, custom blinds, and ceiling fans are integrated throughout the home. Den could be converted back to a fourth bedroom suite... and an added plus it is downstairs. Perfect for a parent or grandparent. The primary suite is designed for comfort and scale, featuring vaulted ceilings, a reading area, enjoy the privacy and comport on the balcony, walk-in closet, and a spacious four-fixture bath with a separate tub and shower. A major primary bath remodel and extended den remodel enhance both function and layout. Additional skylights in the primary bath further elevate natural light. Recent and notable upgrades include an owned solar system, relined interior plumbing with fiberglass-coated pipes, a brand new hot water heater installed September 2025, a Southland security system, and an updated concrete driveway. Stonework enhances the front yard, adding curb appeal and durability. Outdoor spaces are designed for easy maintenance, with synthetic turf in both the front and rear yards and a drip irrigation system. The rear patio is offered fully furnished. A three-car garage provides additional functionality with a workbench, utility sink, and extra storage. Conveniently located approximately 0.4 miles from St. Margaret’s Episcopal School, close to additional public and private schools, shopping, dining, parks, and recreation, and approximately 0.5 miles to freeway access. No HOA and no Mello-Roos.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,700,000
Days On Site 
0 Days
Bedrooms 
3
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,851 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.241 Acres
Year Built 
1981
MLS® Number 
OC25257990
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Assessor
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
21 hours agoListing first seen on site
21 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Acres 
0.241
Attached Garage 
Yes
Direction Faces 
South
Foundation 
Slab
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
3
Land Lease 
No
Levels 
Two
Number Of Stories 
2
Parking 
AttachedConcreteDrivewayGarage Faces FrontGarageOn SitePrivateOn Street
Parking Spaces 
3
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Security Lights
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
Style 
Contemporary
Utilities 
Electricity ConnectedSewer ConnectedWater Connected
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
DishwasherDisposalGas Water HeaterMicrowaveRefrigeratorRange HoodWasher
Cooling 
Central Air
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
GasLiving RoomRaised Hearth
Flooring 
Carpet
Heating 
Central
Interior 
Beamed CeilingsCeiling Fan(s)Crown MoldingCathedral Ceiling(s)Eat-in KitchenGranite CountersOpen Floorplan
Laundry Features 
Washer HookupLaundry Room
Window Features 
BlindsScreens
Bathroom 
Bedroom 
Kitchen 
Features - Granite Counters
Laundry 
Living Room 
Master Bathroom 
Master Bedroom 
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Exterior Features
Lot Features 
Back YardNear Public Transit
Patio And Porch 
Deck
Pool Features 
None
Road Frontage 
City Street
View 
None
Waterview 
None
Windows/Doors 
BlindsScreens
Community Features
Building Access 
Front Door
Community Features 
CurbsGolf
Financing Terms Available 
Cash
MLS Area 
OR - Ortega/Orange County
Roads 
Paved
School District 
Capistrano Unified
Schools
School District
Capistrano Unified
Elementary School
Ambuehl
Middle School
Marco Forester
High School
San Juan Hills


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