A TRUE ONE-OF-A-KIND COASTAL ESTATE IN SOUTH SAN CLEMENTE NOW OFFERED AT $5,250,000, A SIGNIFICANT $1,000,000 PRICE REDUCTION. Set on over 1.8 acres with sweeping ocean views, exceptional privacy, rare road frontage, and abundant parking, this extraordinary nine-level cedar-and-glass residence offers approximately 6,952 sq. ft., 7 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and a truly unique architectural experience. The property is currently being painted with a fresh white exterior and light gray trim, creating a brighter, more modern coastal look. Painting is expected to be completed within the next few weeks. Designed by award-winning architect John McInnes and previously featured in Orange County Homes & Gardens, the home showcases dramatic indoor-outdoor living with soaring ceilings, walls of glass, expansive living areas, skylights, and multiple balconies capturing natural light, ocean breezes, and panoramic coastal vistas. Created for entertaining and everyday living, the home features a chef’s kitchen, generous gathering areas, wet bar, private elevator, and dramatic indoor spa. The primary suite is a secluded retreat near a peaceful stream and waterfall feature, with a spa-inspired bath including a large jetted soaking tub and dual-head shower. One of the estate’s most remarkable spaces is the private ocean-view observatory with wet bar, perfect for sunset cocktails, stargazing, entertaining, or enjoying the coastline and surf. Additional highlights include dual-pane windows, 31 leased solar panels, four 220-volt outlets, fire-retardant composite roofing, mature landscaping, and two separate APN parcels 060-210-026 and 060-210-031 offering privacy, flexibility, and future potential. No HOA. The versatile layout provides multiple private living spaces with income potential, ideal for multigenerational living, guests, creative workspaces, or rental opportunities. Located approximately a 10-minute walk from Riviera Beach and world-class surf, this estate offers extraordinary scale, land, privacy, ocean views, frontage, parking, flexibility, and one of the most compelling price-per-square-foot opportunities west of Interstate 5. With rare acreage, incredible views, a major price reduction, and the exterior transformation underway, this may be one of the best opportunities in San Clemente for a buyer seeking space, privacy, architecture, and long-term upside.
| MLS # | SW26052636 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1978 |
| Days On Site | 167 |
| Listing Provided By | Sommer Realty | Charles Sommer |
| Bed(s) | 7 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 6 Total |
| SQ Feet | 6,952 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Basement | Y |
| Story(s) | 3 |
| Units | 1 |
| Acreage | 1.81 |
| Water Front | Yes |
| Property View | Yes |
| Cooling | None |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central |
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling Yes / No | No |
| Interior Features | Wet Bar, Built In Features, Balcony, Separate Formal Dining Room, Elevator, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Unfurnished, Bar, Atrium, Attic, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets |
| Window Features | Blinds, Screens |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator |
| Fireplace Yes / No | Yes |
| Roof | Composition |
|---|---|
| Construction Materials | Cedar, Glass |
| Foundation Details | Pillar Post Pier |
| Lot Features | Back Yard, Irregular Lot, Lot Over40000Sqft |
| Attached Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Garage Faces Front |
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
| Utilities | Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected |
|---|---|
| Electric | Electricity On Property, Volts220In Garage |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Community Features | Biking, Curbs, Storm Drains, Street Lights |
|---|
| State | CA |
|---|---|
| County | Orange |
| City | San Clemente |
| Zip Code | 92672 |
| Area | SW San Clemente Southwest |
| Community Name | Riviera District (RD) |
| Listing VS Median (in Riviera District (RD)) | |
Price: $5,250,000 low | high Med: $5,250,000 sqft: 6,952 low | high Med: 6,952 $ / sqft: $755 low | high Med: $755 On site: 167 low | high Med: 167 | |
| State | CA |
|---|---|
| County | Orange |
| City | San Clemente |
| Zip Code | 92672 |
| Area | SW San Clemente Southwest |
| Community Name | Riviera District (RD) |
| Listing VS Median (in Riviera District (RD)) | |
Price: $5,250,000 low | high Med: $5,250,000 sqft: 6,952 low | high Med: 6,952 $ / sqft: $755 low | high Med: $755 On site: 167 low | high Med: 167 | |