Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds3,986 sqft
20 Merrill Hill, Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.22 acresLot Size
2002Year Built
$351/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$199/moHOA Fees
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Private, stately and impeccably styled, this luxurious residence in Ladera Ranch’s award-winning Clifton Heights enclave offers elegance at every turn. Located behind private gates at the end of a cul-de-sac, the impressive residence is recently upgraded with today’s preferred appointments. New lighting, wood flooring, plantation shutters and crown molding enhance the open floorplan, which spans approx. 3,986 s.f. and is home to 4 ensuite bedrooms—including one on the main floor, 4.5 baths, a versatile...Private, stately and impeccably styled, this luxurious residence in Ladera Ranch’s award-winning Clifton Heights enclave offers elegance at every turn. Located behind private gates at the end of a cul-de-sac, the impressive residence is recently upgraded with today’s preferred appointments. New lighting, wood flooring, plantation shutters and crown molding enhance the open floorplan, which spans approx. 3,986 s.f. and is home to 4 ensuite bedrooms—including one on the main floor, 4.5 baths, a versatile bonus room, formal living room with fireplace and a formal dining room. A great room with fireplace, built-in entertainment center and surround sound joins a spectacular kitchen to create a grand casual area. The kitchen is highlighted by Viking and Bosch stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, a butler’s pantry, walk-in pantry, nook, large island with seating, granite countertops and a new subway tile backsplash. Volume ceilings, large windows and archways lend custom flair to the residence. Start and end the day stylishly in an opulent master suite with sitting area, covered terrace overlooking the backyard, tray ceiling, walk-in closet and a distinctive bath with soaking tub and a separate shower with two heads. At 9,632 square feet, the desirable homesite allows ample room for guest parking in the front, and a private rear yard with saltwater Pebble Tec pool and spa with solar heat, a loggia, fire pit and a spacious covered patio with built-in BBQ bar.
  • Listed by: Tim Wolter DRE #01384317 Brokerage DRE #01814504 • HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty
Listing closed: 12/18/2017 12:00 AM • Source: CRMLS, MLS#: OC17255496

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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$2,375,000

Avg days on market

98

Sale-to-list ratio

92.3%

Ladera Ranch, CA

9 comparable properties found

1

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Sold 07/21/26

4
Bedrooms
4.5
Bathrooms
3,411
Square Feet
0.13
Acres
$2,160,000 | 7 Waltham Road, Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
2

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4
Bedrooms
3,786
Square Feet
0.15
Acres
a front view of house with yard and trees
3

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Bedrooms
3,695
Square Feet
0.28
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a front view of house with a yard and seating space
4

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Sold 05/07/25

4
Bedrooms
4,365
Square Feet
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5

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Sold 12/03/25

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an aerial view of multiple house
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Bedrooms
3.5
Bathrooms
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Square Feet
0.18
Acres
a front view of a house with yard and parking
8

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Sold 12/02/25

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Square Feet
0.22
Acres
$2,865,000 | 45 Michael Road, Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
9

$2,865,000

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4
Bedrooms
3,950
Square Feet
0.25
Acres

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Listing Courtesy of HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty, Tim Wolter, DRE #01384317

Sold By HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty, Tim Wolter, DRE #01384317

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Property Information for 20 Merrill Hill

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean
  • View: Hills, Pool
  • Parking Spaces Total: 3
  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Total Units: 1.0
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 3986
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 759-291-38
  • Property Attached YN: false
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • New Construction: No
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Pool: Yes
  • Spa: Yes
  • View: Yes
  • View: Yes
  • Association: Yes
  • Association Fee: $199.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Subdivision Name: Clifton Heights (CLFH)
  • Subdivision Name Other: Clifton Heights (CLFH)
  • Senior Community: No
  • Parcel Number: 75929138
  • Area: Ladera Ranch (LD)
  • Elementary School: Oso Grande
  • Middle Or Junior School: Ladera Ranch
  • High School: San Juan Hills
  • High School District: Capistrano Unified
  • Directions: From Sienna, turn onto Flintridge, Left on Strathmore, Left on Merrill Hill
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Lot Size: 0.22 AC / 9,632 SF
Rental Info
Rental Info
  • Pets Allowed: Call For Rules
Income / Expense / Tax Details
Income Details
  • Financing: Conventional
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract Number: 15909
  • Tax Lot: 8
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Association Amenities: Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Barbecue, Outdoor Cooking Area, Picnic Area, Playground, Tennis Court(s), Sport Court, Biking Trails, Hiking Trails, Clubhouse
  • Assessments YN: Yes
  • Assessments: CFD/Mello-Roos
  • Community Features: Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights
  • Number Of Units In Community: 1
  • Complex Name: LARMAC
  • Association Name: LARMAC
  • Association Phone: 949-218-0900
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Balcony, Crown Molding, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Tandem
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Entry, Family Room, Formal Entry, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Loft, Main Floor Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Master Suite, Office, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Room Bathroom Features: Shower, Shower in Tub, Closet in bathroom, Double sinks in bath(s), Double Sinks In Master Bath, Dual shower heads (or Multiple), Exhaust fan(s), Granite Counters, Privacy toilet door, Separate tub and shower, Soaking Tub, Walk-in shower
  • Bedroom Features: Main Floor Bedroom, Master Bedroom, Master Suite, WalkInCloset
  • Room Kitchen Features: Butler's Pantry, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Walk-In Pantry
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Family Room, Living Room
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Wood
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Exterior Features
  • Window Features: Plantation Shutters
  • Exterior Features: Barbecue Private
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • View Description: Hills
  • Pool Features: Private, In Ground, Waterfall, Heated
  • Pool Description: Heated, In Ground, Private, Waterfall
  • Spa Features: In Ground, Private
  • Tennis: Yes
Land/Lot Info
  • Sign on Property: Yes
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped, Lawn, Lot 6500-9999, Park Nearby, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers Timer
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units: 1
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Road Surface Type: Maintained
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Levels: Two
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Garage: Direct Entrance, Driveway - Concrete, Garage, Gated, Shared Driveway
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 3
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Parking Features: Direct Garage Access, Concrete, Garage, Gated, Shared Driveway
Property / Structure Info
  • Builders Tract Name: Clifton Heights
  • Builders Tract Code: Clifton Heights (CLFH)

Property History for 20 Merrill Hill

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 18, 2017

Sold

CRMLS #OC17255496

$1,400,000—
Dec 18, 2017

Sold

CLAW #OC17255496MR

$1,400,000—
Nov 18, 2017

Pending

CRMLS #OC17255496

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/18/2017

Sold

CRMLS #OC17255496

$1,400,000
12/18/2017

Sold

CLAW #OC17255496MR

$1,400,000
11/18/2017

Pending

CRMLS #OC17255496

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For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 20 Merrill Hill

Taxable ValueLand$757,065Additions$867,752Total$1,624,817
Tax Record2025$20,400 ($1,700 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt3,986 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,986 SqFtLot Size9,632 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2002Year Renovated2002CountyORANGEAPN759-291-38

Schools near 20 Merrill Hill

This home is within Capistrano Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Chaparral Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Ladera Ranch Middle School
Public6 to 8

Tesoro High School
Public9 to 12

Community Roots Academy
CharterK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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$1,400,000
4
3,986
9,632
$791,500
4
4.5
3,963
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$1,233,500
5
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10,707
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