$1,550,000
UNDER CONTRACT $150K PRICE DROP

31462 La Matanza St San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

Estimated payment $8,590/month

Total Views 10,811
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,220 Sq Ft
$1,270 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • Property is near public transit
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Marco Forster Middle School Rated A-
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

**Charming Historic Home Near San Juan Mission**Nestled on a serene, tree-lined street just moments from the iconic San Juan Mission, this beautifully upgraded 1928 single-level home offers timeless character with modern comforts and qualifies for the Mills Act.
The main residence features 2 spacious bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, a cozy gas fireplace, and a welcoming dining and living area. The remodeled kitchen is both stylish and functional, perfect for home chefs and entertainers alike.
A long driveway leads to a 2-car garage with a charming covered patio—ideal for relaxing or greeting guests.
The lush backyard is a true oasis, boasting a variety of mature fruit trees including Avocado, Lemon, Key Lime, Pear, Orange, Pomegranate, Apple, and even a Coffee Tree—creating a peaceful garden retreat right at home.
Attached to the main home is a permitted Granny Flat (added in the 1970s), offering private living space complete with a kitchenette featuring a brand-new stove and refrigerator, a bathroom with shower, and a bright, open layout with room for a bed and seating area. Sliding doors open to the tranquil garden, making it perfect for guests, extended family, or potential rental income.
This rare opportunity blends historic charm, modern upgrades, and a versatile layout in one of the most desirable areas near downtown San Juan Capistrano.

Listing Agent

Janet Montandon

First Team Real Estate Brokerage Phone: 949-291-4820 License #01397515 Listed on: 05/16/2025

First Team Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,512

Year Built

  • Built in 1928 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 6,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Flag Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Lawn
  • Garden
  • Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,220 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Blinds
  • Window Screens
  • French Doors
  • Sliding Doors
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Storage
  • Center Hall
  • Neighborhood Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Open to Family Room
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Freezer
  • Water Line To Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Pots and Pans Drawers
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Granite Bathroom Countertops
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Utilities

  • Heating Available
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Central Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Old San Juan Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 5 / 7
  • Tax Tract Number 808
  • Assessor Parcel Number 12421222
  • $365 per year additional tax assessments

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,512

Year Built

Built in 1928 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Inclusions: All appliances and living room TV. Washer and Dryer in garage.
  • Other Phone Description: Janet
  • Other Phone Number: 949-291-4820
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name Other: Old San Juan (SJ)
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 12421222
  • Year Built: 1928
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: No
  • Special Features: UnderContract

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1220.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, In-Law Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Storage
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Laminate, Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: French Doors, Sliding Doors
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Nook, Family Kitchen, Dining Room
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1270.49
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Center Hall, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom
  • Window Features: Blinds, Drapes, Screens
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower In Tub, Granite Counters, Main Floor Full Bath
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Pots & Pan Drawers

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Raised
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Block, Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Porch, Front Porch, Rear Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Concrete, Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Water Heater Central, Water Line to Refrigerator
  • Electric: Standard
  • Heating Type: Electric, Fireplace(s)
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, In Garage, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Street Lights

Schools

  • School District: Capistrano Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Garden, Lawn, Flag Lot, Near Public Transit, Sprinkler System
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6000.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1377

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 6000.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 7
  • Tax Census Tract: 423.12
  • Tax Lot: 5
  • Tax Tract Number: 808
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 365.00

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,512 $233,269 $163,288 $69,981
2024 $2,512 $215,713 $150,999 $64,714
2023 $2,464 $217,750 $152,425 $65,325
2022 $2,254 $223,953 $156,767 $67,186
2021 $2,192 $217,718 $152,403 $65,315
2020 $1,922 $191,229 $133,860 $57,369
2019 $1,832 $182,333 $127,633 $54,700
2018 $1,973 $195,742 $137,019 $58,723
2017 $1,954 $191,984 $134,389 $57,595
2016 $1,859 $182,666 $127,866 $54,800
2015 $2,003 $242,082 $169,457 $72,625
2014 $2,514 $237,904 $166,533 $71,371
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/03/2025 07/03/25 Price Changed $1,550,000 -3.1% $1,270 / Sq Ft
06/23/2025 06/23/25 Price Changed $1,600,000 -5.9% $1,311 / Sq Ft
05/16/2025 05/16/25 For Sale $1,700,000 0.0% $1,393 / Sq Ft
09/14/2022 09/14/22 Rented $3,500 0.0% --
09/12/2022 09/12/22 Under Contract -- -- --
09/06/2022 09/06/22 For Rent $3,500 -- --
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Accommodation
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Chicago Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Commerce Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Commerce Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $311,429 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Closed $260,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $308,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $300,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC25093177

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 124-212-22